CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply.
The highest CIPS starting point, giving you an overview of the whole procurement function. Study in Norwich, Colchester or online.
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15-18 Months
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From £2,400 + VAT
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95% Pass Rate
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Norwich, Colchester, Online
About the CIPS Level 4 Diploma
The CIPS Level 4 Diploma is essential learning for everyone in the procurement and supply profession.
This course focuses on organisational procedures and processes including planning, negotiation, risk management and data analysis. On completion, you’ll be able to analyse, interpret, and evaluate relevant information and ideas and have an informed awareness of differing perspectives and approaches within the profession. You will also be able to review the effectiveness and appropriateness of methods, actions and results.
Is CIPS Level 4 right for you?
This level is aimed both at people who are looking to build upon existing skills in the field, as well as those who are brand new to it.
This is the highest CIPS starting point, and requires a minimum of two A-levels, a CIPS level 3 qualification, or a minimum of two years’ experience in a business environment.
What you’ll learn: the 8 CIPS Level 4 modules
The Diploma has eight modules covering the full procurement cycle, from defining business needs to negotiation and contract management. Click a module to see what it covers.
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Understand and analyse the added value that can be achieved through procurement and supply chain management
Understand and analyse the key steps when procuring goods or services
Understand and analyse the key aspects of organisational infrastructure that shape the scope of a procurement or supply chain function
Understand and analyse the need for compliance with requirements when undertaking procurement activities in different sectors
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Understand how to devise a business case for requirements to be sourced from external suppliers
Understand market management in procurement and supply
Understand the use of specifications in procurement and supply
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Understand the legal issues that relate to the formation of contracts
Understand the fundamentals of specifications and key performance indicators that are included in contractual arrangements made with suppliers
Understand the key clauses that are included in formal contracts
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Understand options for sourcing requirements from suppliers
Understand the key processes that can be applied to the analysis of potential external suppliers
Understand ethical and responsible sourcing
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Understand key approaches in the negotiation of commercial agreements with external organisations
Know how to prepare for negotiations with external organisations
Understand how commercial negotiations should be undertaken
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Understand the dynamics of relationships in supply chains
Understand processes and procedures for successful working with stakeholders
Understand the concept of partnering
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Understand methods for the storage and movement of inventory
Understand the key elements of effective inventory control
Understand the concept of through life cost
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Demonstrate the application of the procurement cycle
Demonstrate the application of the key stages of the sourcing process
Demonstrate the application of whole life asset management
Demonstrate the application of ethical and responsible sourcing within an organisation
How you can study
Classroom days in Norwich or Colchester, or live online
Live online, 1.5-hour sessions after work
Your own timetable, start any time
Fully funded for eligible learners in England
What’s Included in Your CIPS Level 4 Course
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Resources and Mock Exams
ABA presentations, revision videos, full class recordings and multiple mock exams.
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Profex Textbooks
A full set of 8 books, from the best procurement textbook publisher around.
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Exams Booked for You
8 exam entries are included, and we handle all the scheduling and booking.
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Expert Tutors
Outstanding student feedback, and real-world procurement experience brought into every class.
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Support All The Way
Speed up, slow down, ask questions or just have a chat. We’re with you through the whole level and beyond.
Former CIPS Level 4 Student, Norwich (current CIPS Level 5 student)
“The CIPS course in Norwich was great. The different tutors were really good with their specialisms and working with people from other companies was interesting.”
Current CIPS Level 4 Online Student
“The whole experience has been very positive, with the in person sessions being my highlight.”
CIPS Level 4: your questions answered
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CIPS Level 4 usually takes 15-18 months with ABA Procurement. Day and evening course students generally finish in 15 months. One-to-one students can go at their own pace.
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CIPS Level 4 tuition costs £2,400 + VAT for the evening course, £2,600 + VAT for the day course, or £2,700 + VAT for one-to-one tutoring.
Course books (£285) and CIPS exams (£940 at a centre, or £1,050 online) are extra, and you’ll need CIPS membership.
Company-funded students can pay in full or in 2 or 4 payments, and self-funding students can spread the cost over 10 instalments.
Apprenticeship funding can cover the full cost for eligible learners in England. -
You need two A-levels, a CIPS Level 3 qualification, or at least two years’ experience in a business environment. Level 4 is the highest CIPS starting point, even with a degree, but you may be able to claim exemptions for modules you’ve already covered.
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Yes. You can study CIPS Level 4 fully online with live, tutor-led classes, or in person in Norwich or Colchester. Evening courses run online in 1.5-hour sessions, and every class is recorded.
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New CIPS Level 4 modules start every 2 months so students can enrol at any time. See Full Timetable for next date.
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CIPS Level 4 has one computer-based exam per module. 6-credit modules have a 1.5-hour multiple-choice exam, and 12-credit modules have a 3-hour written exam. Exams run six times a year (January, March, May, July, September and November), online or at an exam centre, and ABA books them for you.
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Yes. You need CIPS membership before you start, because exams can’t be booked without it. You can join at cips.org/join.
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Email cips@abaprocurement.com or call 01603 251754. We’ll make sure you’re on the right course for you, then send you the enrolment form. We don’t do anonymous online sign-up: you’re not a robot (hopefully), and neither are we.
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After Level 4 you can move on to CIPS Level 5 and then Level 6 with ABA. Completing all three levels leads to MCIPS, the internationally recognised professional standard in procurement and supply.
Download our course information to find the perfect study option for you.
Or, get in touch for a chat.
Training@abaprocurement.com
(0)1603 251754
51 Ivy Road,
Norwich, NR5 8BF