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Course Description

This Certified Procurement Professional (CPP) program is aligned with globally recognized procurement standards such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply – MCIPS) and ISM CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management). The program equips participants with the knowledge and skills to manage the entire procurement lifecycle—from strategic sourcing and supplier management to contract negotiation, procurement analytics, and compliance. Participants will gain the practical tools to optimize procurement processes and prepare for international certification examinations.

Course Objectives

Upon the successful completion of this course, each participant will be able to:

  • Apply international procurement best practices based on CIPS/ISM CPSM frameworks.
  • Conduct strategic sourcing, procurement planning, and supplier market analysis.
  • Evaluate, select, and manage suppliers according to global standards.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts using international procurement principles.
  • Use procurement KPIs and analytics to drive efficiency and cost optimization.
  • Ensure ethical procurement, compliance, and risk management aligned with international standards.
  • Integrate procurement strategy with organizational goals.
  • Prepare for internationally recognized procurement certification exams (CIPS/ISM CPSM).

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for procurement managers, supply chain professionals, sourcing specialists, contract managers, and strategic purchasing officers preparing for international certification (CIPS/ISM CPSM).

Course Agenda

Registration

Welcome & Introduction

Pre-Test

Day 1: Introduction & Strategic Procurement

  • Role of procurement in global organizations
  • Procurement principles: ethics, sustainability, and compliance
  • Strategic sourcing framework (CIPS / ISM CPSM alignment)
  • Spend analysis, category management, and procurement planning
  • Global procurement standards and regulations

Day 2: Supplier Management & Risk Assessment

  • Supplier selection and evaluation techniques
  • Supplier performance measurement (scorecards, KPIs)
  • Supplier risk assessment and mitigation strategies
  • Supplier relationship management (SRM) principles
  • International sourcing and cross-border procurement considerations

Day 3: Contract Management & Negotiation

  • Key contract types and clauses in international procurement
  • Contract drafting, negotiation, and compliance
  • Performance-based contracts and SLA management
  • Legal and ethical considerations in global procurement
  • Managing contract disputes and change control
  • Workshop: Draft a sample procurement contract and simulate negotiations

Day 4: Procurement Analytics & Performance Measurement

  • Total cost of ownership (TCO) and value analysis
  • Procurement KPIs and benchmarking (aligned with CIPS/ISM CPSM standards)
  • Using dashboards and analytics for data-driven decision-making
  • Continuous improvement in procurement processes
  • Technology-enabled procurement: e-procurement and ERP integration

Day 5: Integration, Audit & Certification Readiness

  • Integrating procurement strategy with business objectives
  • Procurement audit, compliance, and ethical procurement practices
  • Global procurement case studies and best practices
  • International certification exam readiness: CIPS / ISM CPSM exam preparation and Q&A
  • Global procurement case studies and best practices

Post Test

End of the Course

Assessment Methodology

All courses conducted by EdTech will begin with a Pre-evaluation and end with a Post-evaluation. The instructor will evaluate the knowledge and skills of the participants according to the feedback given by participants. This will help to recognize the benefits and the level of knowledge gained by participants through the course.

Training Methodology

Facilitated by a highly qualified specialist, who has extensive knowledge and experience; this program will be conducted using extensively interactive methods, encouraging participants to share their own experiences and apply the program material to real-life work situations in order to stimulate group discussions and improve the efficiency of the subject coverage.

Percentages of the total course hour classification are:

  • ​40% Theoretical lectures, Concepts and approach
  • 20% Motivation to develop individual skill and Techniques
  • 20% Case Studies and Practical Exercises
  • 20% Topic General Discussions and interaction

Course Manual

Participants will be provided with comprehensive presentation material as reference manual. This presentation material is a compilation of core valuable information, references, presentation methods and inspiring reading which will be used as a part of the material guide.

Course Certificate

At the completion of the course, all participants who successfully accomplished the required contact hours will receive an EdTech Training Participation Certificate as a testimony to their commitment to professional development and further education.

Why Edtech ?

  • Industry Experienced; Internationally Qualified Trainers
  • Hands-on Practical Sessions & Assignments
  • Intensive Study materials
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Realistic training methodology
  • High-Quality Training in Affordable Course Fees
  • Achievement Certificate, as approved by the Ministry of Education (Abu Dhabi Center for Technical and Vocational Education Training - ACTVET), HABC, AWS, IAOSHE, SHRM, etc.