CIPS papers

The six levels within the CIPS “ladder” of qualifications range from Level 2 up to Level 7. In certain circumstances exemptions from these levels may be available.

In the absence of eligible exemptions, the International Certificate and Advanced Certificate in Purchasing and Supply are considered to be an appropriate starting point for non UK based students. 

INTERNATIONAL QUALIFICATION IN PURCHASING AND SUPPLY

For more detail on each CIPS level click on the relevant paper below. 

	Level 2 International Certificate in Purchasing and Supply
	Level 3 International Advanced Certificate in Purchasing and Supply

Following successful completion of these Certificates students can then continue with CIPS Level 4 Foundation Diploma, Level 5 Advanced Diploma and Level 6 Graduate Diploma. 

Successful completion up to Level 6 results in full membership of CIPS and the opportunity to use the designatory letters, MCIPS (subject to also having suitable experience in a purchasing and supply role). 

	Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Purchasing and Supply
	Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Purchasing and Supply
	Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supply