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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 Professional Qualifications

With a range of flexible study options, our internationally recognised qualifications will lead you all the way to MCIPS.

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Applied Learning Programme

This is a work-based, applied learning programme that offers your teams a route to MCIPS, delivering proven return on investment for your organisation.

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CIPS Management Entry Route

Designed for senior procurement professionals, this experiential pathway is a practical alternative to traditional learning and exams.

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Accredited Degree

We have accredited undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes that will lead you to achieve the internationally recognised designation, MCIPS.

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Apprenticeships

CIPS offers the full package as a training provider for apprenticeships in procurement and supply. Grow talent and develop a motivated, skilled and qualified workforce that will deliver direct, positive results into your organisation.

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Student Membership

Join online today and get your learning journey started.  

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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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Membership benefits

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

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Membership fees

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