CIPS Level 2 Certificate: Introductory Certificate in Purchasing and Supply
The Level 2 Certificate has been designed to aid anyone who would like to develop and improve their skills in the workplace and achieve a recognised Qualification.
This certificate benefits not only the individual but also the company; it could mean cost savings and quality improvements in the workplace.
On completion of this qualification, students will be able to:
- Use confidently the language and terminology used by professional purchasers
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the purchasing process
- Explain the contribution of purchasing to achieving organisational objectives
- Interpret a range of information found in typical purchasing situations
- Accept greater responsibility for sourcing decisions within timescales and organisational frameworks
- Make credible assessments of the tactical options available within a defined purchasing process.
Tuition and Course Length: 2 days tuition followed by a 1 hour multiple choice exam.
Course Content:
Element 1: The Role & Scope of purchasing
Element 2: Systems & procedures in purchasing
Element 3: Working with Suppliers
Element 4: The importance of Purchasing Contracts
The introductory Certificate is a stand-alone qualification therefore no exemptions are granted to students who wish to progress to Level 3 or above on the CIPS 'qualification ladder'.
Examination: monthly dates scheduled
Assessment: 1 hr computer based (40 multiple choice)
Multiple choice Questions are assessed as a whole rather than each individual element
Cost: £549 + VAT (Including 1 year CIPS membership fee, lunch for training days and exam fee)
Course Dates: Monthly dates scheduled
Download the Level 2 Content Guide [PDF]
