Certified International Purchasing/ Procurement Professional (CIPP) Level 1
The CIPP course equips professionals with the foundational competencies and ethical standards required for effective international purchasing and procurement practice.
Introduction to Certified International Purchasing Professional
The Certified International Purchasing/Procurement Professional (CIPP) is the first level of three IPSCMI International Purchasing Management certifications.
CIPP is designed for purchasing professionals, delivering levels of understanding and competence needed to assume responsibility for managing purchasing operations at the international level.
This program offers the designation of Certified International Purchasing/Procurement Professional (CIPP, Level 1) to candidates who demonstrate their understanding of the fundamentals of the profession through the successful completion of rigorous professional certification examinations based upon the
INTERNATIONAL SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT BODY OF KNOWLEDGE (ISCMBOK).
Course Objectives for CIPP Certification
To promote recognition and acceptance of professional status for certified people involved in procurement and supply chain management. To develop performance standards and operational guidelines which can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of purchasing.
To develop and live by a code of ethical standards for purchasing operations under which modern business practices might be more clearly understood and favorably accepted by the public in general.To increase the degree to which the individual gains personal confidence, satisfaction, and pride from direct involvement in purchasing operations. To assist organisations in developing their most valuable assets to streamline efficiencies and techniques to increase profits to shareholder.
What’s Included??
A complete guided learning experience delivered over 7 weeks:
16 expertly designed lessons
Experienced business facilitator led course
24 hours of live virtual classes (8 x 3hrs) or 4 days classroom
Prework reading, copies of presentation slides.
Virtual recordings available within 48 hours of virtual classes
Mentor-supported assignments
Final 3-hour certification exam
Digital certificate upon successful completion of examination
"Benefits of CIPP Certification"
Global Procurement Skills
Learn core international purchasing and supply chain fundamentals.
Professional & Ethical Recognition
Gain credibility through globally accepted ethical standards.
Practical Efficiency & Confidence
Improve purchasing performance with real-world knowledge
Course Structure–Modules Covered
Module 1. Introduction to Purchasing & SC Management
Module 2. The Purchasing Process
Module 3. Purchasing Policy and Procedures
Module 4. Purchasing and Supply Chain Organization
Module 5. Procurement Pre-awards
Module 6. Informal Procurement Methods
Module 7. Reverse Auctions
Module 8. Contract Types
Module 9. Supplier Selection
Module 10. Outsourcing
Module 11. Worldwide Sourcing
Module 12. Strategic Cost Management
Module 13. Purchasing and Commodity Strategy Development
Module 14. Incoterms
Module 15 Learning Curves
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