Level 4 Ruby Package (Distance Learning)
CIPS Diploma
Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply* has eight core modules of 6 or 12 credits. Based on the operational and managerial levels of CIPS Global Standard, this is the essential toolkit to get you started on your professional procurement journey.
Do you want to advance your career, earn more and achieve greater employability?
Do you lack qualifications to back up your experience?
Do you secretly worry that your instincts are wrong because of this lack of training?
I was in your position. I worked in procurement roles without any training and wondered whether my instincts and processes were correct and in line with best practice theory. This led to me constantly second guessing myself. It did not help that I was young and was desperate to be taken seriously and advance in my career.
I took the plunge and started my CIPS training, and although it sounds cheesy, it changed my life. The CIPS training showed me that I did know what I was doing and gave me the theoretical models to back me up and give me more confidence in my role. It also fast-tracked my career. The month I finished my CIPS I was offered a job with a £17,000 pay rise.
This could be you! Imagine having the qualifications, the experience, and the confidence. You will be a triple threat in the industry and have a stronger base from which to apply to new roles or achieve promotion. Yes this training is a commitment, but nothing in life worth anything comes easy.
...Invest in your future today!
What's Included?
HOW TO PURCHASE
Online Training Package
The Ruby Package is our virtual distance learning. We have designed the course to be self-paced and is designed like a virtual classroom with pre-recorded videos and then revision webinars.
As an alternative to our training only package, we also offer an all inclusive service, where we book your exams and CIPS membership for you.
"I would highly recommend using the Business Academy if you are looking to sit your CIPS. The course material is easy to understand and system is easy to use. Even the notes at the end of each section are written up for you so that you can concentrate on understanding the context. Everything is broken down with current examples which makes it a lot easier to understand and digest. The support I have received from Laura has been incredible, not only has she supported me on the course but she has also helped me get a position within procurement. I have really felt supported by her and I know she’s on the other end of the phone if I ever get stuck with anything. I’m really grateful for Laura and the Business Academy in supporting me through my procurement journey. "
Hardeep Khatkar
"I couldn’t be happier to be studying with Business Academy Online. From the engaging videos to the excellent revisions notes and webinars, Laura has provided me everything I need to successfully pass my exams. Even though I’m studying remotely Laura’s personality really shines through during her delivery of course material and provides a wealth of real-life examples and anecdotes (which often cause me to laugh out loud) it’s a genuine pleasure to study with her!"
Joseph Turner
"I have successfully passed my CIPS Level 5 and this is all down to the Business Academy Online. Along with the vast variety of course content which by its self is detailed enough, the support received from the tutor is outstanding. The videos per module really help with revision planning and keeping yourself on a schedule and the extra exercises provided at the end of each module helps to solidify your learning."
Olivia Clinton Carter
" Having just received my MCIPS I want to give a big shout out and massive thanks to Laura. I would not have been able to achieve this without her. Her training is always insightful, relatable and enjoyable.
She is always on hand if you need some support. Thanks for everything- forever grateful."
Emma Forth
"Laura takes a blended learning approach to helping students prepare for the rigours of CIPS exams. Her charismatic style and well prepared materials equip students to learn in a modular style. The focus on individual learning objectives and regular tests helped me to cement the learning whilst working for time and was a key part in preparing me to pass all my exams."
Jon Kelly
Director of Strategic BidsWhy Us
What sets us apart?
Edu-tainment
Numerous research studies have found that laughter does help increase learning. One study identified that online classes are more rated by students more highly if they contain jokes and other humour, while a study claims that funny lectures are more effective lectures. Another study suggested that laughter can aid memory in adults.
This is why we subscribe to edutainment. I understand that your attention span is much less than you think, so I try to tell you stories and bring in humour where I can to hold your interest. Learning does not need to be boring and the professional manufacturing widget examples will not be seen.
Micro Learning
Microlearning is information delivered in small purposeful units. Broken down into small sections this means the learning can be better digested by the student.
We have broken down our videos into small chunks for each learning outcome 1.1, 1.2, etc. to help our students retain the information for their exam.
Not only this but we have created exercises and added YouTube videos for each outcome also. This will aid memory retention.
Expert Teaching
Our tutors are experts in Procurement & Supply, plus they are also assessors and assessment authors, meaning they write and mark questions.
This gives a 360 degree view of what is needed to pass your CIPS exams. Laura is also a neuroscience geek who understands how memory works to help you retain information and score highly in your exams!
Director of Training
Laura Scarfe
Laura is the founder and owner of Business Academy Online Ltd. Having a background in public and private sector procurement Laura has trained over 5000+ professionals in these areas over the 13 years she has been running her company.
Specialising in CIPS procurement training, negotiation, and emotional intelligence, Laura has designed and delivered training programs for multi-million-pound companies including an organisation set up under UN Charter. Having received many accolades over the course of her career for her engaging style and innovative approaches to learning, Laura believes in the concept of edu-tainment, the fact that laughter leads to greater memory retention. A gifted storyteller, her programs are infused with passion, dynamism and humour.
Through international negotiations, Laura became fascinated by human behaviour and in particular non-verbal interactions. Unintentionally insulting potential suppliers with her body language led her to studying human behaviour and create internationally recognised training courses in this area. She is one of the few trainers in the world to be a Paul Ekman Certified Trainer and has been featured numerous times on various BBC radio shows to analyse behaviour and give advice.
Laura wants to help busy professionals, achieve their qualifications to help their employability, while also helping them understand and manage their emotions and relationships to improve their confidence. Her training aim is to ensure that they not only reach but surpass their potential. When not working you are most likely to find Laura travelling the world with her partner, especially to their favourite country South Africa, or at home with her animals, her miniature daschund Pepper and her cats.
As an alternative to our training only package, we also offer an all inclusive service, where we book your exams and CIPS membership for you.
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