CIPS APPLIED LEARNING ROUTE
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
Develop Capability. Deliver Business Impact. Achieve Global Recognition.
The CIPS Corporate Award Programme combines academic learning with practical, work-based application, enabling participants to build valuable skills and knowledge while addressing real challenges within their organisation.
Rather than relying on traditional examinations, learners apply what they learn directly to their workplace through practical assignments and a final business project designed to deliver measurable return on investment.
Learners begin at the level most appropriate to their existing experience and professional capability:
Practitioner Level (9 Months)
Ideal for operational professionals looking to build their knowledge, confidence and professional capability.
Advanced Practitioner Level (15 Months)
Available to experienced managerial professionals who successfully complete a competency assessment, allowing them to gain direct entry.
24-Month Duration
Designed to fit around professional commitments while ensuring direct workplace impact.
No Standard Exams
Work-based assignments are submitted and marked remotely with feedback and resubmission options.
95% Average Success Rate
Final business project creates tangible value and measurable ROI for your organisation.
- Interactive workshops
- One-to-one tutor support & direct access to expert tutors
- Detailed written feedback on every assignment
- A dedicated Programme Manager and guidance throughout
- Globally recognised MCIPS recognition
- Enhanced professional capability and confidence
- Practical application of procurement and supply best practice
- Improved organisational efficiencies and performance
- A final project focused on delivering measurable business value
- CIPS Student Membership included for the duration of the programme
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Hear directly from our students and professionals about how our courses and CIPS qualifications helped advance their careers and boost their confidence.

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Joycelyn Korkor Shadey
“Participating in the “Excelling in Commercial Negotiations” short course was an outstanding experience.
The course offered practical negotiation tools and frameworks that enhanced my commercial awareness and built my confidence in approaching business agreements. ”

James Crown
“The CIPS curriculum has challenged me intellectually and connected me with many other procurement professionals; with whom I have been able to share best practices with throughout the course. I have gained a lot of confidence in strategic buying through the help from CIPS curriculum.”