CIPS Level 6

Professional Diploma in Procurement & Supply

90% Pass rate for CIPS Professional Diploma

90%

CIPS Level 6 Course Overview

Targeted at building strategic procurement competence this CIPS Level 6 course gives managers the ability to formulate strategic direction and advice in terms of change management, stakeholder management and team leadership.

CIPS Level 6 Information

Elements

The CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply consists of 4 core units and 3 optional units – 5 units must be completed in total.

• L6M1 Strategic Ethical Leadership
• L6M2 Global Commercial Strategy
• L6M3 Global Strategic Supply Chain Management
• L6M4 Future Strategic Challenges for the Profession

Optional Units:

• L6M5 Strategic Programme Leadership
• L6M7 Commercial Data Management
• L6M8 Innovation in Procurement and Supply
• L6M9 Supply Network Design
• L6M10 Global Logistics Strategy

Who is it aimed at?

This qualification is aimed at individuals who have obtained the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma qualification and wish to progress. On completion of the CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply students can then apply for CIPS member’s status (MCIPS).

Equivalent to

Bachelors(honours)degree. NVQ Level 6 (UK)
SAQA NQF level 8 (SA), NZQA level 7 (NZ)
AQF Vocational graduate certificate/ Graduate diploma (VET/AUS)
TQF level 6 (TEVETA)

Entry requirements

Successful completion of CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Purchasing and Supply, OR CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply

What skills will I learn?

This course is designed to give the strategic acumen to:

• Align functional, organisational and supply chain strategies
• Devise and implement change management
• Develop leadership skills
• Manage stakeholders
• Develop the procurement function, teams and relationship management
• Project and financial management

For full details of all the learning objectives please email info@srscc.co.uk for the level content guide

Assessment

Each 12 credit unit is assessed through a 3-hour computer based exam consisting of essay style questions. Each 6 credit unit is assessed through a 1.5-hour computer based exam consisting of drag and drop, multiple choice and drop down list style questions.

Available Learning Options

Classroom

Face to face across the 9 study centres

In-house

Delivered at organisation (minimum numbers apply)

Virtual Classroom

Live video link direct to classroom

Virtual Learning Environment

Interactive learning environment with pre-recorded videos, course material, mock test etc.

Having completed Levels 4 and 5 elsewhere, I was slightly apprehensive about completing the CIPS Professional Diploma with a new provider within an established work group. SRSCC made me feel part of the group from the first session.

Andy Ridehalgh, Building Systems Manager, Preston City Council

I would strongly recommend SRSCC to anyone who is considering studying for the CIPS/MCIPS accreditation within their organisation.

Simon, Procurement & Innovation Officer, City West Housing Trust, Manchester

To be fair, I think the course delivery has been excellent. I've had all the data and materials to hand when I've needed them. Any queries have been resolved very quickly.

Trish Rimmer - Blackpool Council