CIPS Level 6 – Professional Diploma in Procurement & Supply
Procurement & Supply Chain · 5 Days · Public · Accredited by CIPS · From USD 4,500
Overview
The CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply employs a strategic and application-driven methodology designed for senior professionals operating at the leadership spectrum of procurement and supply. The program combines executive-level workshops, advanced simulations, and global case analyses that mirror the complexities of modern procurement ecosystems. Each session is facilitated by MCIPS-certified industry experts, blending academic depth with real-world strategic insight.
Learning Objectives
Develop strategic insight to influence corporate goals and policy.
Integrate ethical and sustainable practices into procurement strategies.
Apply global commercial and supply chain management principles to drive value and resilience.
Lead organizational transformation through strategic procurement leadership
Who Should Attend
This program is ideal for senior procurement and supply chain professionals aspiring to leadership roles, CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma holders, experienced practitioners with 3–5 years aiming for MCIPS Chartered Status, and executives shaping procurement policy or strategy.
Professionals in Procurement & Purchasing
Procurement, purchasing and contracts staff
Supply chain and logistics professionals
Course Outline
Day 1 — 1.1 Differences Between Leadership and Management
1.2 Analyse Approaches to Leadership
2.1 Influencing Styles Used in Effective Leadership
2.2 Leadership Techniques to Influence Supply Chain Personnel
2.3 Create a Communication Plan to Influence Personnel
Day 2 — 4.1 Financial Aspects Affecting Procurement
4.2 Managing Currency Volatility in Supply Chains
4.3 Analyse Methods for Managing Commodity Volatility
1.1 Relationship Between Different Levels of Strategy
1.2 Contribution of Strategic Supply Chain Management
Day 3 — 4.4 Challenges to Maintaining Strategic Fit
1.1 Future of Strategic Procurement Functions
1.2 Skills and Expectations of Leaders
1.3 Contrast the Influence of Emerging Markets
2.1 Emerging Role of Innovation and Technology
Day 4 — 1.1 Evaluate the Term Big Data and Its Importance
1.2 Need for Big Data and Data Diversity
2.1 Requirement for Data Integrity and Confidentiality
2.2 Assess Implications of Data Disruption
2.3 Evaluate International Laws on Data Integrity
Day 5 — 1.2 Evaluate how a strategic supply chain network…
1.3 Assess the influence of capacity on strategic supply chain design
2.1 Assess the meaning of operations strategy and the impact that it has on the organisation
2.3 Evaluate the key elements of an operations strategy
2.4 Assess the role of improvement in operations strategy
Accreditation
Accredited by CIPS. On completion delegates receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of achievement.
Yes. CIPS Level 6 is accredited by CIPS. Delegates who complete the course receive a CIPS-accredited certificate issued through Al-Khobraa, a Saudi-registered training provider.
How long is CIPS Level 6?
CIPS Level 6 runs over 5 days. The exact dates and start city for every confirmed session are listed in the dates section on this page.
How much does CIPS Level 6 cost?
The fee for CIPS Level 6 is USD 4,500 per delegate. Each confirmed session shows its own fee on this page, and in-house delivery for a team is quoted separately. Al-Khobraa is an approved HRDF (Hadaf) provider, so eligible Saudi employers can seek training support.
Where is CIPS Level 6 held, and can I attend online?
Confirmed classroom sessions run in Riyadh and Dubai. A live virtual classroom can be arranged on request.
Can CIPS Level 6 be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. CIPS Level 6 can be delivered in-house at your own premises anywhere in Saudi Arabia or the wider GCC, with the content, dates and language tailored to your team. Contact Al-Khobraa for a quotation.