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Advance Your Career with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Level 4 Apprenticeship
Designed for professionals already working in procurement roles, this apprenticeship offers the perfect opportunity to build on your existing experience and take your career to the next level. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of procurement processes, strengthen your problem-solving skills, and develop a clear understanding of how procurement and supply contribute to your organisation’s success.
The Level 4 Apprenticeship is an essential tool for those working in procurement and supply interested in developing their career and working towards MCIPS Chartered Status.
The Level 4 Diploma is comprised of 8 mandatory units and the Open Award is comprised of 7 mandatory units.
Units include:
- Commercial Contracting
- Ethical and Responsible Sourcing
- Commercial Negotiation
- Supplier Relationships
- Whole Life Asset Management
and many more.
When you agree to undertake an Apprenticeship, you may be required to complete Essential Skills qualifications, depending on your previous qualifications, the Apprenticeship level you are completing and your own particular needs.
This apprenticeship is delivered using a mix of masterclass sessions, online study and individual meetings to assess and review progress.
The CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply will be assessed by computer-based exams using a combination of Constructed Response (CR) essay-style questions and answers, and Objective Response (OR) exam formats.
The OR exam format means that you will be given a choice of answers to the questions, and you will be expected to determine the correct answer. The Level 4 Certificate in Procurement and Supply Management (Wales) will be assessed using a variety of methodologies such as assignments, work products, professional discussion, and witness testimonies collated within an e-portfolio.
Learners are supported and encouraged throughout their qualification to reach their full potential in their chosen industry.
The programme prepares learners for roles such as:
- Procurement Manager/ Director
- Finance Manager/ Director
- Senior Buyer
To start an Apprenticeship in Wales, you need to be:
- aged 16 or over (there is no upper age limit)
- living in Wales
- not in full-time education
- not accessing any other funding from the Welsh Government
You can search and apply for Apprenticeship vacancies here
If you’re looking to undertake an Apprenticeship qualification as a way of upskilling within your current role, you will also need to be:
- employed for a minimum of 16 hours
- supported by your employer to undertake the qualification
- committed to undertaking an average of 8-10 hours of study a week plus classroom
- working in a role that is relevant to the qualification
- employed for at least 51% of your contracted hours in Wales
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