ZCAS announces the introduction of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing 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 programme provides a well-rounded approach to business purchasing and supply chain management which is much sought after by both industry and academia.
ZCAS offers CIPS courses twice annually commencing in January/July for the May/November examinations respectively.
CERTIFICATE – LEVEL 1
All Five Compulsory Units
Understanding Purchasing principles
Selecting the Right Supplier
Effective Negotiation
Managing Inventory
Business Environment
Entry Criteria: As or Bs (4 points or better for each subject ) in 5 subjects which must include English and Mathematics.
Duration: Six Months (Full Time)
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE – LEVEL 2
All Five Compulsory Units
Analyzing the Supply Market
Introduction to Strategy
Preparing and Managing Contracts
International Logistics
Measuring Performance
Entry Criteria: Successful completion of the Certificate (level 1) or equivalent
Duration: Six Months (Full Time), One Year (Part Time)
ADVANCED DIPLOMA - LEVEL 5
Three Compulsory Units
Management in the purchasing Function
Risk Management and Supply Chain Vulnerability
Improving Supply Chain Performance
Plus Choice of Two Units from Three Options
Marketing
Storage and Distribution
Operations Management
Entry Criteria: 1. Successful completion of Advanced Certificate (level 2) or equivalent
Duration: Six Months (Full Time) or One Year (Part Time)
COURSE FEES
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
