Overview
ZCAS announces the introduction of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) programs in July 2012. ZCAS was encouraged to broaden its range of course portfolio by including this prestigious program as a response to the increasing demand and enquiries for the program from the market as well as industry.
The internationally recognized programme will enable you to:
- Achieve certified essential knowledge and understanding necessary to practice strategic procurement and supply chain management.
- Become more valued by your employer, with a greater ability to manage spend and risk.
- Gain globally recognised qualifications
ZCAS offers CIPS courses twice annually commencing in January/July for the May/November examinations respectively.
ZCAS offers five stages in the procurement and supply journey:
For anyone new to the profession, with little or no business experience and those aspiring to
move in to a career in procurement and supply.
It is also ideal for managers in other professions and business leaders or entrepreneurs who need
to understand how procurement should function and its overall impact on business success.
You will come away with a clear knowledge and an understanding of facts, procedures and ideas
related to procurement and supply. You’ll be able to effectively interpret information and ideas,
and learn how to identify, gather and use relevant information.
This is an entry level qualification and there are no formal entry requirements.
This qualification will prepare intermediate level learners looking to specialise in procurement and
supply and to progress onto the CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply.
Learn how to apply factual, procedural and theoretical knowledge of procurement and supply.
You will be able to complete tasks and address problems that are well-defined but may be
complex and non-routine. You will understand what relevant information is required and how to
interpret and review its effectiveness.
This is an entry level qualification and there are no formal entry requirements.
This qualification is the essential toolkit for anyone planning a career in procurement and supply.
Developed and written using the Procurement and Supply cycle** as it’s focus, it is at the same
level as the first year of an undergraduate degree course. It’s suitable for those in operational roles
or those managing or supervising the procurement and supply function who want to develop their
career and work towards MCIPS Chartered Procurement and Supply Professional.
You will learn about making procurement and supply happen within an organisation, and you
will be equipped with an essential range of knowledge and tools that you can apply immediately
in your workplace. Learn how to apply a practical, theoretical and technical knowledge, gain a
clear understanding of procurement and supply and develop the ability to address complex, nonroutine problems. On completion, you will be able to analyse, interpret and evaluate relevant
information and ideas and have an informed awareness of differing perspectives and approaches
within the profession. You will also be able to review the effectiveness and appropriateness of
methods, actions and results.
This is the only entry point onto our Diploma qualifications. A minimum of at least two A-levels (or
international equivalent) or a CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate qualification is required. Alternatively,
you will need a minimum of two years’ relevant experience in a business environment.
Provides senior buyers, contract and supply chain managers with the expertise to improve
organisational procurement and to fulfil organisational objectives. It gives you the knowledge base to
reduce cost, improve quality and timescales, manage the supply chain and deal with legal issues.
Building on the practical knowledge and understanding gained at CIPS Level 4 Diploma in
Procurement and Supply you will develop a higher level of practical, theoretical and technical
knowledge and understanding of procurement and supply. Your learning will focus on how to deal
with key aspects of risk in supply chains and mitigation of those risks; processing and evaluating
contracts and the impact of legal implications when contracts are breached. On completion of
this qualification you can expect to improve your overall organisational procurement and supply
performance to fulfil your organisational objectives.
You will need to have achieved the CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply.
For those who are successful in completing the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement
and Supply; this represents the final level of CIPS qualifications for those working towards MCIPS
Chartered Procurement and Supply Professional.
Building on the knowledge and skills learned at the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in
Procurement and Supply, you will be able to demonstrate strategic knowledge and leadership
skills and find solutions to complex problems. It is designed to develop transferable workplace
skills such as excellent communication and the ability to work in and lead a team. Employers
have identified that the ability to think strategically and lead and influence policy and thinking are
essential for progression. You will gain an understanding of different perspectives and theories
and will be able to critically analyse, interpret and evaluate complex information, concepts
and ideas.
You will need to have achieved the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Course fees include study texts, question banks, supplementary handouts, monthly tests, articles and mock examinations.
WHY STUDY THIS PROGRAMME AT ZCAS?
- Qualified and dedicated team of lecturers
- State-of-the-art networked computer laboratories
- Free internet access with prior booking
- Most recently updated course materials
- Continuous quality control assessment tests
- Excellent teaching facilities
- Availability of study rooms in the evenings and at weekends for private study
- Campus and off – campus furnished accommodation
- Air-conditioned lecture theatres and library
- Counselling & Placement
- Student administrations office open during lunchtime
- Video Conference facility
Course Features
- Lectures 0
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- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 1
- Assessments Yes
