CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
| Start Date | End Date | Venue | Fees (US $) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations | 23 Aug 2026 | 27 Aug 2026 | Dubai, UAE | $ 4,500 | Register |
| CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations | 25 Oct 2026 | 29 Oct 2026 | Riyadh, KSA | $ 4,500 | Register |
CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
| Start Date | End Date | Venue | Fees (US $) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations | 23 Aug 2026 | 27 Aug 2026 | Dubai, UAE | $ 4,500 |
| CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations | 25 Oct 2026 | 29 Oct 2026 | Riyadh, KSA | $ 4,500 |
Introduction
The CIPS Level 3 program involves a mix of lectures, presentations, questionnaires, and group discussions to enhance learning, and help candidates excel in real-life procurement and supply practices. This qualification is also a way to demonstrate continuing professional development (CPD). Over 66% of organisations consider procurement and supply chain functions vital to achieving business goals (Gartner) — making certified procurement professionals more valuable than ever. The CIPS Level 3 – Advanced Certificate in Procurement & Supply Operations is designed to build your operational knowledge of procurement environments, commercial contracts, contract administration, and ethical sourcing.
Objectives
- Master the terminology of procurement and supply and develop new skills
- Recognize the various pricing structures seen in commercial contracts
- Determine how the external environment affects supply and procurement
- Describe the different forms of documents used in supply and procurement
- Explain the usage of various policies and practices within the procurement and supply area
Upon completing the CIPS Level 3 qualification, participants will be able to:
Training Methodology
The CIPS Level 3 program involves a mix of lectures, presentations, questionnaires, and group discussions to enhance learning, and help candidates excel in real-life procurement and supply practices. This qualification is also a way to demonstrate continuing professional development (CPD).
Who Should Attend?
CIPS Level 3 is designed for administrative and procurement assistants with at least 2 years’ experience. The course is also beneficial for staff who are involved in procurement/ordering of any goods or services, contracts administrators, stock controllers and merchandisers.
Target Competencies
- Procurement and Supply Environments
- Ethical Procurement and Supply
- Contract Administration
- Team Dynamics and Change
- Socially Responsible Procurement
Course Outline
Core Module – Procurement & Supply Environments (L3M1)
- Recognize the range of environments in which Procurement and Supply operate
- Know the external factors that can impact the overall success in meeting organizational
- Identify the procedures that regulate Procurement and Supply
Core Module – Ethical Procurement and Supply (L3M2)
- Identify the significance of ethics for Procurement and Supply
- Define each stage of the sourcing process
- Explain how operational performance can be measured and improved in support of
- added-value operations
Core Module – Contract Administration (L3M3)
- Explain administrative processes behind contract development.
- Monitor Contract Performance.
- Accurately measure contract performance.
- Identify how to achieve competitive pricing.
- Practices to achieve effective tendering.
Core Module – Team Dynamics and Change (L3M4)
- Identify the influence that people and teams can have on Procurement and
- Supply success.
- Recognise the challenges associated with and methods to achieve, organisational
- Identify the need for and responses to change
- Recognize the coping mechanisms which ensure and maintain change.
Elective Module – Socially Responsible Procurement (L3M5)
- Explain the concepts and implications of sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility
- Recognise the potential environmental impact of procurement and supply operations.
- The environmental impact of the supply chain decisions and approaches
Professional Recognition & Accreditations
Accredited by Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply: We are CIPS, the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply. A global membership organisation driving positive change across our profession. We are the voice and standard, defining and amplifying best practice across all our worlds. As the awarding body for the profession we lead in education and training. Helping professionals advance their ambition. We provide insights, information and tools. Enabling members to develop their own best practice. We help build capability within organisations. Interrogating, troubleshooting and training. Through all our work, we build a community. A global network of professionals powering procurement and supply so our societies can thrive. Join CIPS, for your career, and the profession.

