CIPS LEVEL 4 TIMETABLE
| Module | Start Date | Synchronous Session | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| L4M5 Commercial Negotiation | July 15th, 2026 | Wednesday | You'll learn the prepare and carry out negotations as well as how to analyse approaches, prepare for them, and be successful. |
| Module | Start Date | Synchronous Session | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| L4M6 Supplier Relationships | August 26th, 2026 | Wednesday | Relationships with suppliers is key to success. Here you'll learn how to establish and develop those relationships. |
| Module | Start Date | Synchronous Session | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| L4M7 Whole Life Asset Management | October 7th, 2026 | Wednesday | Learn about methods of inventory management, analysis and the process of idea through to disposal. |
| Module | Start Date | Synchronous Session | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| L4M1 Scope and Influence of Procurement and Supply | January 7th 2026 | Wednesday | In this module you'll learn how to identify key stakeholders, analyse the procurement cycle, and evaluate added value. |
| Module | Start Date | Synchronous Session | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| L4M8 Procurement and Supply In Practice | November 11th, 2026 | Wednesday | Demonstrate the practical application of the procurement cycle as a key part of the business fuction. |
| Module | Start Date | Synchronous Session | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| L4M2 Defining Business Needs | March 18th, 2026 | Wednesday | Learn to, and practice, devising business cases as well as understanding the role of market management and competative forces. |
| Module | Start Date | Synchronous Session | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| L4M3 Commercial Contracting | April 22nd, 2026 | Wednesday | Learn the key elements and legal aspects of formal commercial contracts, as well as the KPIs included in contracts. |
| Module | Start Date | Synchronous Session | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| L4M4 Ethical and Responsible Sourcing | June 3rd, 2026 | Wednesday | You'll study the options and processes available for sourcing with suppliers. You'll also look at the legal and ethical implications of sustainability. |