The CIPS UK Graduation Ceremonies are open to all members who are currently MCIPS, and have achieved this via one of the following programmes of learning:
CIPS Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply
CIPS Advanced Practitioner (Corporate Award) – post 2015
CIPS Accredited Degree – post 2015
Please note; to book your place, you must have current MCIPS membership status. Check your membership status, here on the CIPS Professional Register. Upgrading is simple, go to upgrade to MCIPS
The graduate package fee is £90.00 and includes gown hire, photography, a post-ceremony drinks reception and one guest ticket. An additional guest ticket is available and costs £25 (there is no charge for under 14s).
Why are we asking members to have a minimum of current MCIPS membership to graduate?
The CIPS Graduation Ceremony is a celebration for members who have achieved MCIPS via a CIPS recognised programme of learning. Those with MCIPS are recognised globally as procurement and supply professionals. Being MCIPS signifies that you that you have attained a level of knowledge and understanding, based on the professional level of the CIPS Global Standard in Procurement and Supply, and that you have three years relevant work experience in procurement and supply role.
Being MCIPS provides assurance for your employer, peers and clients that you have continued to build on your academic achievements to stay relevant and up to date.
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Places are limited and allocated on a first come first served basis.
Venue and location
Peterborough Cathedral, Minster Precincts, Peterborough, PE1 1XS.
Directions and further information in relation to the venue can be found here
Please leave plenty of time to travel especially if you are unfamiliar with Peterborough.
As in any city, traffic may be heavy and finding parking may take time.
The CIPS UK Graduation Ceremonies are open to all members who are currently MCIPS, and have achieved this via one of the following programmes of learning:
CIPS Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply
CIPS Advanced Practitioner (Corporate Award) – post 2015
CIPS Accredited Degree – post 2015
CIPS Executive Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Please note; to book your place, you must have current MCIPS membership status. Check your membership status, here on the CIPS Professional Register. Upgrading is simple, go to upgrade to MCIPS