Introduction:

Welcome to the CIPS Training Program, brought to you by Global Horizon Training Center. At Global Horizon, we are dedicated to providing high-quality professional development programs that empower individuals and organizations to excel in the field of procurement and supply chain management. This program has been meticulously designed to help participants enhance their skills and knowledge in CIPS.

Objectives:

• Provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of CIPS principles and practices.

• Equip participants with the tools and techniques required to excel in procurement and supply chain management.

• Prepare participants to pass the CIPS certification exams.

• Enhance participants' ability to make informed decisions in procurement and supply chain functions.

Methodology:

• Interactive lectures and presentations.

• Group discussions and case studies.

• Practical exercises and simulations.

• Q&A sessions to address participant queries.

• Self-assessment quizzes and mock exams.

Target Audience:

• Procurement managers and officers.

• Supply chain managers and specialists.

• Purchasing professionals.

• Anyone aspiring to achieve CIPS certification.

Outlines:

Day 1: Introduction to CIPS

• Overview of CIPS and its significance in procurement and supply chain management.

• Introduction to the training program, objectives, and expectations.

• Key principles and concepts of procurement and supply chain management.

Day 2: Procurement Strategy and Risk Management

• Developing a procurement strategy aligned with organizational goals.

• Identifying and mitigating risks in the procurement process.

• Case studies and practical exercises on strategy and risk management.

Day 3: Procurement Process and Supplier Management

• Understanding the procurement process from sourcing to contract management.

• Best practices in supplier selection, evaluation, and performance management.

• Group discussions and role-playing exercises on supplier management.

Day 4: Procurement Ethics and Sustainability

• Ethical considerations in procurement and supply chain management.

• Sustainability and its role in modern procurement practices.

• Case studies on ethical dilemmas and sustainability initiatives.

Day 5: CIPS Certification Preparation

• Review of key CIPS exam topics.

• Mock exams and practice questions.

• Tips and strategies for successfully passing the CIPS certification exams.

• Closing remarks and certificates distribution.