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CIPS & UNDP partnership evolves with a new advanced learning programme

CIPS and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) are expanding their successful long-term partnership, with the launch of the NEW UNDP Level 5 and 6 CIPS Corporate Award Advanced Practitioner Programme, a new pathway to MCIPS Chartered Status. 

Building upon the foundation of the UNDP CIPS Levels 2 - 4 learning programme it’s specifically designed to deepen expertise in critical procurement rules, procedures, and international best practices, with a unique focus on United Nations nuances and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

“Our continued collaboration with UNDP underscores a shared commitment to excellence and ethical practice in procurement, ” said Ben Farrell MBE, CIPS CEO

Ben added,“We’re equipping professionals with the strategic skills needed to drive efficiency, mitigate risk, and champion sustainability within their organisations. This new advanced Level 5 and 6 learning programme is a direct response to the evolving demands on global supply chains.

Officials in high-visibility vests and hard hats inspect a solar panel array in the Democratic Republic of Congo, surrounded by a large crowd of security, press, and locals.
Credit UNDP Dem Rep of Congo

 

Torben Soll, Deputy Director, Global Procurement Services Division (GPSD) in Copenhagen, Denmark stated:

"Effective and sustainable procurement is vital to UNDP's mission. This co-developed programme, will empower professionals with the advanced skills and strategic mindset necessary to navigate complex global challenges, ensure compliance, and maximise impact. The integration of a specific UNDP Sustainability Module is particularly crucial, reinforcing our commitment to achieving the SDGs through every aspect of our operations.

A group of children in traditional indigenous clothing holding up colorful signs representing the UN Sustainable Development Goals against a bright blue sky.
Photo: UNDP

A group of children in traditional indigenous clothing holding up colorful signs representing the UN Sustainable Development Goals against a bright blue sky.
Photo: UNDP

About the learning programme

The programme offers a practical, applied learning approach for experienced procurement and supply professionals. It combines strategic theory with real-world assignments and a final business project that delivers return on investment for organisations.

With an average pass rate of 95% on previous programmes, successful learners can expect to upgrade to MCIPS Chartered Professional Status, the globally recognised benchmark for procurement excellence.

To be eligible candidates must have achieved CIPS Diploma Membership status by successfully completing one of the following learning programmes, UNDP CIPS Level 2 – 4 or CIPS Level 4 Diploma.

For more information on this programme, please see https://www.training.undp.dk or contact Marco Sosted, Procurement Training Team Lead,marco.sosted@undp.org