Operational foundations
Levels 2 and 3 cover foundation and operational procurement subjects. The published outlines include procurement operations, stakeholder relationships, ethical procurement, negotiation and contract management.
London International · Procurement & supply chain
CIPS courses
CIPS courses
Find your level.
CIPS study develops procurement and supply knowledge through a sequence of qualification levels. Compare the published Level 2 Certificate through Level 6 Professional Diploma pathways before choosing where to start or continue.
Your starting point
Is this the right course for you?
These pathways are relevant to procurement, purchasing, supply and contract professionals, as well as learners developing an operational foundation. Compare your work experience and previous study with the entry guidance for each level rather than choosing by title alone.
Curriculum overview
Skills with a clear purpose.
Diploma study
The Level 4 Diploma pathway has eight published modules. Ask for the module sequence, assessment format and revision plan so you can understand the commitments across the full diploma.
Advanced procurement
Level 5 introduces topics such as category management, risk and supply-chain leadership. Compare this stage when you are ready to move beyond operational foundations into broader procurement decisions.
Strategic leadership
The Level 6 pathway focuses on strategic procurement, leadership and governance. Ask how its requirements relate to your completed qualifications and the professional progression you are pursuing.
Published study options
Choose your pathway.
Compare the programme focus below. Each option links to its specialist institute’s published course information.
CIPS Level 2 Certificate
Build a foundation in procurement and supply operations.
- Procurement operations
- Stakeholder relationships
- Inventory
CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate
Develop operational procurement knowledge and build on foundation study.
- Ethical procurement
- Negotiation
- Contract management
CIPS Level 4 Diploma
Study the eight-module diploma pathway with structured exam preparation.
- Procurement and supply
- Eight diploma modules
- Exam preparation
CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma
Develop strategic procurement and supply chain management skills.
- Category management
- Risk management
- Supply chain leadership
CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma
Advance into strategic procurement, leadership and governance.
- Strategic procurement
- Leadership
- Governance
Make an informed choice
Compare the right things.
Choose the starting level
Use previous qualifications and relevant experience to discuss entry requirements with the team. A higher-numbered course is not automatically the best starting point for every learner.
Plan tuition and assessment together
Ask for a module-level plan, current exam arrangements and a breakdown of tuition, resources and any separate professional-body fees. This makes different study offers easier to compare.
Fees & study options
Know what is included.
Ask for the current fee, available study format and next intake for your chosen pathway. Confirm the teaching hours, materials, assessment arrangements and any separate professional-body or tool fees before you enrol.
Share your experience and preferred timetable so the team can help you compare the appropriate options.
Support beyond the classroom
Learn with a next step in mind.
Every enrolled student gets access to Adam, London INTL Intelligence, for career support alongside their course. Support is included across all courses; employment outcomes are not guaranteed.
Ask how career support works →Before you enrol
Your questions, answered.
Which CIPS levels are published by the institute?
The current course directory lists Level 2 Certificate, Level 3 Advanced Certificate, Level 4 Diploma, Level 5 Advanced Diploma and Level 6 Professional Diploma.
Should I start at CIPS Level 4?
That depends on the current entry requirements and your experience or previous study. Ask the team to check your intended route; the directory does not establish an individual learner's eligibility.
Does completing tuition automatically award a CIPS qualification?
No. Tuition and the professional body's assessment or award requirements are separate. Confirm registration, exams and any additional requirements before enrolling.
Explore related subjects
See the connections.
Explore all published courses or learn about London International and its specialist institutes. The links above identify the institute sources for this overview. Current fees, eligibility and intake availability should be confirmed with the course team.