Advance your procurement career
Whether you’re new to procurement and supply or you’re looking to develop your existing skills, we’ve got the qualifications to equip you for a successful career.
We understand what employers are looking for. Our internationally recognised qualifications will give you the skills and knowledge to thrive, whatever stage you’re at in your career.

Over 54% of employers worldwide request those with MCIPS or studying towards it when recruiting. Our flexible qualifications lead you all the way to MCIPS.

Our qualifications are aligned to the Global Standard, a globally recognised procurement and supply framework for competence and best practice, anywhere in the world.
Advance your career and start studying one of our flexible qualifications
The highest entry level for our qualifications is the Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply.
CIPS Level 2 Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
New to the profession? This is ideal if you’re just starting you career in procurement and supply or aspiring to move into the profession.
CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
If you’re already in an operational role, this qualification will help improve your skills to carry out procurement and supply tasks.
CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Begin your journey to MCIPS here if you have 2+ years of business experience. This is the highest qualification entry point to achieve professional recognition in procurement and supply.
You will then progress to Level 5 and finish at Level 6 to then be eligible to apply for MCIPS
CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Take your next step towards becoming MCIPS Chartered. Now updated ready for 2025 exams you’ll continue to develop a higher level of skills and knowledge.
CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Aimed at senior procurement professionals, this qualification will help demonstrate professionalism and will take you to becoming MCIPS Chartered.
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CIPS has signed up to the Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB) ED& I pledge
CIPS is now proudly part of the FAB Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED & I) pledge. This means we're completely dedicated to making sure everyone – whether they're learners, partners, or colleagues in the education and skills system – is treated fairly and included equally.