CIPS Level 4
Diploma
CIPS level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply
As an alternative to our Procurement Apprenticeship programme, the Apprentice Academy can offer the CIPS Level 4 Procurement Diploma as a commercial option to those individuals who want to complete the qualification only – without the apprenticeship elements.
The programme is delivered online, in real time by our team of CIPS trainers.
Learning will cover the following:
- The principles of procurement & supply
- Understanding and defining business needs
- Understanding the key steps to successful sourcing
- Understanding supply chain risks
- Ethical and responsible sourcing
- How to prepare for effective negotiations
- How to manage suppliers, contracts & relationships
Our CIPS Level 4 Exam Pass Rates
Apprentice Academy learners outperform the global pass rate. Figures cover Janauary 2025 to December 31st 2025.
| Exam Module | Global Pass Rate | Apprentice Academy |
|---|---|---|
| M1 – Scope & Influence of Procurement & Supply | 57% | 67% Higher |
| M2 – Defining Business Need | 71% | 94% Higher |
| M3 – Commercial Contracting | 62% | 83% Higher |
| M4 – Ethical & Responsible Sourcing | 77% | 77% Higher |
| M5 – Commercial Negotiation | 75% | 94% Higher |
| M6 – Supplier Relationships | 81% | 90% Higher |
| M7 – Whole Life Asset Management | 82% | 91% Higher |
| M8 – Procurement & Supply in Practice | 70% | 85% Higher |
Programme elements include:
- 32 Academy interactive live online workshops (3 hours per session)
- All sessions are recorded so learners can revisit at any time.
- Includes revision sessions to support 1st time pass rates.
- Profex Study and Revision Guides included.
- Workbooks and Teaching materials included.
- FREE learning on Category Management included.
Cost
£2577 + VAT
Why choose The Apprentice Academy
- Multi Award Winning Training Provider
- Interactive Live Online Learning Sessions
- Multiple Starting Points Throughout the Year – So Learners Can Start Quickly
- All Our Trainers are Industry Specialists
- Learners Rate Our Services as Excellent
- Our CIPS exam success rates exceed UK and Worldwide averages
Next Steps
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