Level 2 – Live Instructor-Led Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
Study with DPSS – A CIPS Centre of Excellence
Purpose / Audience
- Entry-level qualification; ideal for those new to procurement or with little experience.
- No formal prior qualifications or experience required.
- Builds foundational knowledge of procurement and supply operations.
Modules & What They Cover
There are 5 core modules (totalling 18 credits) at Level 2.
Module | Credit Value | Major Topics / Learning Focus |
| L2M1: Introducing Procurement and Supply | 6 credits | Role of procurement & supply in organisations; the procurement/sourcing cycle; “five rights” of procurement; administration processes; ethics and responsible procurement; supplier-customer relationships. |
| L2M2: Procurement and Supply Operations | 3 credits | Types of organisations, how they operate; fundamentals of contracts; sources of supplier and customer information; pricing methods; purchase process. |
| L2M3: Stakeholder Relationships | 3 credits | Identifying internal and external stakeholders; market factors affecting procurement; communication techniques; conflict resolution; managing relationships. |
| L2M4: Systems Technology | 3 credits | Role of IT systems in procurement (e-sourcing, e-tendering, e-invoicing, databases); how information systems support ordering, supplier selection, payments; quality and continuous improvement. |
| L2M5: Inventory, Logistics & Expediting | 3 credits | Inventory control methods; logistics and supply chain basics; expediting and ensuring timely delivery; freight and transport modes; planning for efficient flow of goods. |
