Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)
Part time programmes
University of Derby Corporate is a Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Centre of Excellence.
The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) provides benchmark education programmes globally for the procurement and supply profession. At Derby we offer qualifications from Level 3 to Level 6. On successful completion you will be eligible for full membership of CIPS and the designatory letters, MCIPS.
Why study at Derby?
- The University of Derby is one of only a handful of CIPS Centres of Excellence.
- You'll be taught by experienced professionals whose practical experience ensures that what you learn in class is relevant and applicable to your role.
- Our pass rates regularly exceed the national average - during the most recent assessments, our students achieved 100% pass rates on level 5 and 6.
- You'll study at weekly classes where you can share ideas with fellow students to stimulate debate and enrich your learning.
- Your course fee includes core teaching materials, access to online resources and use of the University of Derby's extensive library.
Our courses
- CIPS - Certificate in Purchasing and Supply - Level 3
- CIPS - Foundation Diploma in Purchasing and Supply - Level 4
- CIPS - Advanced Diploma in Purchasing and Supply - Level 5
- CIPS - Graduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supply - Level 6
What's next?
- Find out how the CIPS qualification will benefit you
- If you have any questions, get in touch with us.
- Complete an application form. You can return this by post or email to udc@derby.ac.uk
- Meet our students, read their interviews
Contact the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply:
T: 01780 756777
F: 01780 751610
E: info@cips.org
W: www.cips.org




