CIPS Courses – DPSS is a CIPS Centre of Excellence
DPSS Ltd is a CIPS Centre of Excellence specialising in CIPS training courses and Contract Management with World Commerce & Contracting (WCC). We have an outstanding record of successfully enabling individuals and organisations to achieve their learning and development goals. We pride ourselves on our individual learner support, and this is evidenced in our consistently above national average exam results.
Procurement & contract management training courses that develop and transform a range of supply chain knowledge, skills, and performance for over 25 years and have a wealth of knowledge & skills.
We offer remote learning through our live virtual, fully interactive classroom and distance learning for students who wish to study in their own time. Our short courses can be tailored to the individual requirements of your organisation.
Our CIPS Centre of Excellence status has been retained year upon year, for which we are very proud. This demonstrates our focus on quality delivery for our students.
For all CIPS related enquires, contact geoff.kontzle@dpss.co.uk
What our DPSS Study Centre Can Offer to Customers / Learners
As a CIPS study centre we provide our students with many of the benefits outlined below depending on the service offering agreed before study commences
| Service / Offering | Description & Benefits |
| Structured classes (face-to-face / online) | Scheduled lessons guided by expert tutors to deliver module content, explain theory, discuss case studies, and facilitate peer learning. |
| Tutorial support / Q&A sessions (online) | Drop-in or scheduled sessions where learners can ask questions, get clarification on difficult topics, and receive guidance on exam technique. |
| Mock exams / practice assessments | Provide exam simulations, past paper drills, timed practice tests, and feedback to prepare students for the real exam environment. |
| Study materials and resources | Provide textbooks, slides, revision notes, workbooks, module summaries, flashcards, case studies, e-learning materials, and recorded lectures. |
| E-learning / blended delivery | A combination of live sessions, self-paced online modules, recorded content, and asynchronous assignments to provide flexibility to students. |
| Tutor / mentor support | Assign personal tutors or mentors to monitor progress, guide study plans, answer queries, and keep learners motivated. |
| Progress tracking / diagnostics | Use assessments / practice questions to identify strengths/weaknesses in learners, and tailor support accordingly. |
| Exam registration / logistics support | Help learners with booking their CIPS module exams (through the official CIPS exam system), handling scheduling, exam centre information. |
| Certification guidance / path planning | Guide learners on which level to take, module sequencing, exemptions, and how to progress through to MCIPS. |
| Study centres / supervised exam rooms | We can host examinations at our study centre in Basingstoke all levels. |
| Continuous professional development (CPD) | After qualification, offer refresher modules, updates on procurement practices, or short CPD courses for alumni. |
| Support materials / e-libraries | We maintain a resource library (digital or physical) of procurement books, journals, research articles, templates, tools, and case studies. |
| Marketing & guidance for corporate clients | DPSS can also offer corporate training packages, and bespoke in-house delivery for businesses wanting to upskill procurement staff. |
Target Audience
The typical course participant needs to gain an in-depth knowledge of contract and commercial management. Management Information is key to analysing performance, identifying trends and potential risks to delivery. SLA agreements, profit margins, bid preparation and contract award all need to be managed or escalated as appropriate. The participant will need to be able to collaborate with contractors to resolve business performance issues and agree on activities for improvement.
CIPS Level 2
This programme, of course, builds foundational knowledge of procurement and supply operations.
CIPS Level 5
This programme progresses learners from operational/tactical roles to managerial and strategic roles in procurement and supply.
CIPS Level 3
This programme builds on Level 2 knowledge and moves into more operational and tactical procurement responsibilities.
CIPS Level 6
This programme focuses on strategic, global, leadership, and ethical themes in procurement. Students who complete Level 6 can apply for MCIPS.
CIPS Level 4
This programme is the first diploma-level qualification in procurement with greater depth, combining theory and practice.