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Student membership

Our student membership is ideal for anyone who’s at the early stages of their career development or for anyone looking to join the profession. Becoming a student member and undertaking CIPS qualifications will lead you all the way to the globally recognised MCIPS status.

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Routes to MCIPS

Explore the different learning options to put you on your path to MCIPS.

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CIPS qualifications

Start studying one of our qualifications to get started on your route to MCIPS.

ABOUT QUALIFICATIONS

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Accredited Degree

We work with many universities that allow you to achieve MCIPS by studying one of their degrees.

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Benefits of student membership

Professional recognition

95% of our students say that CIPS qualifications are recognised as the standard for the profession. Evidence your membership status on the Professional Register.

Leading insights

As a student member, you’ll have access to our refreshed Intelligence Hub. Get the latest insights, professional resources and research to help you with your studies.

Career potential

Those in the UK with MCIPS earn 52% more than non-MCIPS colleagues. Delve into our CIPS Procurement Salary Guide 2025 to view the most recent salary insights.

Flexible and convenient

Our qualifications are flexible to suit your learning needs and styles. Study on your own or at one of our approved study centres, there’s an option to suit everyone.
 

How to become a member

Join online

The quickest way to become a member is using our simple online form.

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Continue enjoying the benefits of CIPS membership and renew your membership today.

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Membership benefits

Discover all the benefits you’ll receive by becoming a CIPS member.

Help Me Choose

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Membership fees

View our membership fees in your country here.