Level 5 — Live Instructor-Led Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Study with DPSS – A CIPS Centre of Excellence

Purpose / Audience

  • Progresses learners from operational/tactical roles to managerial and strategic roles in procurement and supply.
  • It bridges between the practical diploma level (Level 4) and the strategic/professional level (Level 6).
  • It is aligned with managerial competencies.

Modules & What They Cover

  • The modules focus on managerial and strategic procurement topics (e.g. risk, contract strategy, supplier development, performance management).
  • Level 5 modules are offered in CIPS OnDemand as “Advanced Diploma” modules to support progression to Level 6
CIPS Timetables 2025 – 2026
We reserve the right to amend published dates, times and locations due to COVID-19 and other business interruptions.  Always check with DPSS Ltd on 01256-345575 or cips@dpss.co.uk for further advice and guidance in this respect.
CIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement and SupplyCIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply
L5M2 – Managing Supply Chain Risk   (6 Credits)L5M1 – Managing Teams and Individuals (Core 12 Credit)
Wednesday- REMOTE LESSONS – 5:00 – 7:00pmWednesday- REMOTE LESSONS – 5:00 – 7:00pm
Lesson 130/07/2025Lesson 101/10/2025
Lesson 206/08/2025Lesson 208/10/2025
Lesson 319/08/2025 (Tuesday)Lesson 315/10/2025
Lesson 427/08/2025Lesson 422/10/2025
Lesson 503/09/2025Lesson 529/10/2025
Lesson 610/09/2025Lesson 605/11/2025
Entry Closure19th August 2025Entry Closure14th October 2025
Examination Date15 – 19 September 2025Examination Date18th March 26 @ 09:00
Results published10th October 2025Results published16th January 2026
CIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement and SupplyCIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply
L5M3 – Managing Contractual Risk                      (6 Credits)L5M5 – Managing Ethical Procurement and Supply  (6 Credits)
Wednesday- REMOTE LESSONS – 5:00 – 7:00pmWednesday- REMOTE LESSONS – 5:00 – 7:00pm
Lesson 126/11/2025Lesson 128/01/2026
Lesson 203/12/2025Lesson 204/02/2026
Lesson 310/12/2025Lesson 311/02/2026
Lesson 417/12/2025Lesson 418/02/2026
Lesson 507/01/2026Lesson 525/02/2026
Lesson 614/01/2026Lesson 604/03/2026
Entry Closure9th December 2025Entry Closure10th February 2026
Examination Date19 – 21 January 2026Examination Date9 – 13 March 2026
Results published13th February 2026Results published3rd April 2026
CIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement and SupplyCIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply
L5M7 – Achieving Competitive Advantage Through the Supply Chain.                                                  (6 Credits)L5M4 – Advanced Contract & Financial Management (12 Credits)
Wednesday- REMOTE LESSONS – 5:00 – 7:00pmWednesday- REMOTE LESSONS – 5:00 – 7:00pm
Lesson 125/03/2026Lesson 103/06/2026
Lesson 208/04/2026Lesson 210/06/2026
Lesson 315/04/2026Lesson 317/06/2026
Lesson 422/04/2026Lesson 424/06/2026
Lesson 529/04/2026Lesson 501/07/2026
Lesson 606/05/2026Lesson 608/07/2026
Entry Closure14th April 2026Entry Closure16th June 2026
Examination Date11 – 15 May 2026Examination Date22nd July 26 @ 09:00
Results published5th June 2026Results published4th September 2026
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