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CIPS Assignment Modules

Explore the CIPS procurement and supply module for your current course, review a practical study focus, then continue with your exact assessment brief.

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CIPS Assignment Modules

Review the procurement and supply modules from Levels 2 to 6, including the core and elective distinctions that help learners identify their current route.

Elective availability and qualification rules can change by CIPS syllabus and exam series. Always check your registered qualification and current module handbook.

CIPS Level 2

Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations

5 modules
CIPS Level 2 module reference table
Code Module title Route or type Study focus Action
L2M1 Introducing Procurement and Supply Core Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L2M2 Procurement and Supply Operations Core Break the task into scope, responsibilities, resources, measures and review points that match the assessment criteria. Start order
L2M3 Stakeholder Relationships Core Apply the relevant people and stakeholder concepts to the situation, using evidence to justify the proposed actions. Start order
L2M4 Systems Technology Core Identify reliable evidence, explain how it informs a decision, and present the findings clearly for the stated context. Start order
L2M5 Inventory, Logistics and Expediting Core Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order

CIPS Level 3

Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations

6 modules
CIPS Level 3 module reference table
Code Module title Route or type Study focus Action
L3M1 Procurement and Supply Environments Core Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L3M2 Ethical Procurement and Supply Core Connect responsible practice to the setting in the brief, then support the discussion with current evidence and balanced evaluation. Start order
L3M3 Contract Administration Core Separate the governing requirements from practical action, and check every conclusion against the current brief and reliable sources. Start order
L3M4 Team Dynamics and Change Core Set out the drivers for change, consider stakeholder impact and risk, and develop a measured implementation approach. Start order
L3M5 Socially Responsible Procurement Elective Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L3M6 Socially Responsible Warehousing and Distribution Elective Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order

CIPS Level 4

Diploma in Procurement and Supply

8 modules
CIPS Level 4 module reference table
Code Module title Route or type Study focus Action
L4M1 Scope and Influence of Procurement and Supply Core Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L4M2 Defining Business Need Core Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L4M3 Commercial Contracting Core Separate the governing requirements from practical action, and check every conclusion against the current brief and reliable sources. Start order
L4M4 Ethical and Responsible Sourcing Core Connect responsible practice to the setting in the brief, then support the discussion with current evidence and balanced evaluation. Start order
L4M5 Commercial Negotiation Core Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L4M6 Supplier Relationships Core Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L4M7 Whole Life Asset Management Core Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L4M8 Procurement and Supply in Practice Core Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order

CIPS Level 5

Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply

11 modules
CIPS Level 5 module reference table
Code Module title Route or type Study focus Action
L5M1 Managing Teams and Individuals Core Apply the relevant people and stakeholder concepts to the situation, using evidence to justify the proposed actions. Start order
L5M2 Managing Supply Chain Risk Core Identify the key measures and risks, assess their impact, and support improvement priorities with credible evidence. Start order
L5M3 Managing Contractual Risk Core Separate the governing requirements from practical action, and check every conclusion against the current brief and reliable sources. Start order
L5M4 Advanced Contract and Financial Management Core Separate the governing requirements from practical action, and check every conclusion against the current brief and reliable sources. Start order
L5M5 Managing Ethical Procurement and Supply Core Connect responsible practice to the setting in the brief, then support the discussion with current evidence and balanced evaluation. Start order
L5M6 Category Management Elective Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L5M7 Achieving Competitive Advantage Through the Supply Chain Elective Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L5M8 Project and Change Management Elective Set out the drivers for change, consider stakeholder impact and risk, and develop a measured implementation approach. Start order
L5M9 Operations Management Elective Break the task into scope, responsibilities, resources, measures and review points that match the assessment criteria. Start order
L5M10 Logistics Management Elective Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L5M15 Advanced Negotiation Elective Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order

CIPS Level 6

Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply

10 modules
CIPS Level 6 module reference table
Code Module title Route or type Study focus Action
L6M1 Strategic Ethical Leadership Core Connect responsible practice to the setting in the brief, then support the discussion with current evidence and balanced evaluation. Start order
L6M2 Global Commercial Strategy Core Use a clear strategic lens, evaluate alternatives, and explain the evidence behind a feasible recommendation. Start order
L6M3 Global Strategic Supply Chain Management Core Use a clear strategic lens, evaluate alternatives, and explain the evidence behind a feasible recommendation. Start order
L6M4 Future Strategic Challenges of the Profession Core Set out the drivers for change, consider stakeholder impact and risk, and develop a measured implementation approach. Start order
L6M5 Strategic Programme Leadership Elective Use a clear strategic lens, evaluate alternatives, and explain the evidence behind a feasible recommendation. Start order
L6M7 Commercial Data Management Elective Identify reliable evidence, explain how it informs a decision, and present the findings clearly for the stated context. Start order
L6M8 Innovation in Procurement and Supply Elective Set out the drivers for change, consider stakeholder impact and risk, and develop a measured implementation approach. Start order
L6M9 Supply Network Design Elective Relate the procurement or supply decision to the wider value chain, then justify the approach using commercial and ethical considerations. Start order
L6M10 Global Logistics Strategy Elective Use a clear strategic lens, evaluate alternatives, and explain the evidence behind a feasible recommendation. Start order
L6M11 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Principles Elective Connect responsible practice to the setting in the brief, then support the discussion with current evidence and balanced evaluation. Start order

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