CIPS L4M1 Scope and Influence of Procurement and Supply

About Course

The Scope and Influence of Procurement and Supply (L4M1) course provides a comprehensive introduction to the role of procurement and supply in creating organisational value. Based on the CIPS Procurement Cycle, the course explores sourcing activities, stakeholder involvement, compliance requirements, and the influence of procurement and supply on organisational performance and cost management.

Understand the scope and value of procurement and supply chain management
Differentiate between procurement and supply chain management and related concepts
Identify key sources of added value, including the five rights of procurement, life-cycle costing, sustainability, and value for money
Classify organisational spend and different procurement categories
Identify and map key internal and external stakeholders in procurement and supply
Explain and analyse all stages of the CIPS Procurement Cycle
Understand how electronic systems support procurement activities
Evaluate the role of governance, ethics, policies, and organisational structures in procurement
Analyse compliance requirements across public, private, and not-for-profit sectors

Course Content

CIPS L4M1 Learning Outcome 1 – The Added Value that can be achieved through Procurement and Supply chain management

CIPS L4M1 LO1 : Live Session Recording 02 Feb 2026 (New)

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CIPS L4M1 LO1 Presentation 02 Feb 2026 (New)
Working with Suppliers in Complex Supply Chains – Case Study
Managing Logistics in Complex Supply Chains – Case Studies
Reflection Question- Managing Logistics in Complex Supply Chains
Logistic Management = Materials Management + Distribution Mnagement
Managing Materials in Manufacturing Operations – Case Study
Is Waste Management Part of Procurement and Supply Chain Responsibilities?
How to discuss Five Rights of Procurement ( The main sources of added value) ?
Can You Explain—and Control—Your Prices?
TCO equation explained – Case study
Do You Really Know What Whole-Life Asset Management Is?

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How Do Contractual Obligations Support the Rights of Procurement and Supply? – Case study
What Is Value for Money (VfM), and How Do We Achieve It?
How Do We Achieve the Right Price – Without Compromising Value?
How Should Capital Purchasing Be Performed Effectively?
How to discuss Procurement categories ?

CIPS L4M1 Learning Outcome 2 – The Key Steps when procuring goods and services

CIPS L4M1 LO2 : Live Session Recording 04 Feb 2026 (New)

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CIPS L4M1 LO2 Presentation 04 Feb 2026 (New)
When Should You Use an RFQ or an ITT in Procurement?
Applying Stage 4 – Pre-Procurement Market Testing – Case study
Stage 12: Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) in Practice
Stage 13: Asset Management – Closing the Procurement Lifecycle
CIPS Procurement Cycle: Pre-Contract Award Stages (1–8)
From Tender Issue to Contract Commitment – Stages 7–9
CIPS Procurement Cycle: Post-Contract Award Stages (9–13)
The 4Ms Model of Supplier Relationship Management
Online Supplier Evaluation Systems (E-Questionnaires): A Practical Conversation
E-Sourcing and Online Supplier Evaluation Systems in Healthcare Procurement
Using SEDEX for Online Supplier Evaluation – Case Study
The Role of the e-Catalogue in the Digital Procurement Platform (DPP) – Case Study
How Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Works ?
How E-Procurement Can Improve the Asset Management Stage ?

CIPS L4M1 Learning Outcome 3 – Aspects of Organizational Infrustructure that shape scope of procurement and supply chain functions

Conflicts of Interest in Procurement: The Four Questions Every Professional Must Ask
4D Model : How to address potential conflict of interest ? – Case Study
Code of Ethics in Procurement: Addressing Ethical Challenges in Chocolate Manufacturing
Influences on Procurement Strategy
What Could Be Included in Procedures for Procurement and Supply?
The Involvement of Internal Functions and Personnel in the Sourcing Process
Hybrid Procurement Structure – Shared Services in Local Authorities (Case Study)
Becoming a Trusted Procurement Professional
P2P Systems in Oil & Gas – Reducing Waste, Costs, and Strengthening Relationships

CIPS L4M1 Learning Outcome 4 – The need for compliance with requirements when undertaking procurement activities in different sectors

First Round Assignment
This assignment MUST be completed after studying "all four learning outcomes" and serves as a checkpoint for the first round of the learning journey.

CIPS L4M1 LO1 Mock Exam Questions
Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.

CIPS L4M1 LO2 Mock Exam Questions
Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.

CIPS L4M1 LO3 Mock Exam Questions
Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.

CIPS L4M1 LO4 Mock Exam Questions
Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.

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About Course

What Will You Learn?

Course Content

CIPS L4M1 Learning Outcome 1 – The Added Value that can be achieved through Procurement and Supply chain management

CIPS L4M1 LO1 : Live Session Recording 02 Feb 2026 (New)

CIPS L4M1 LO1 Presentation 02 Feb 2026 (New)

Working with Suppliers in Complex Supply Chains – Case Study

Managing Logistics in Complex Supply Chains – Case Studies

Reflection Question- Managing Logistics in Complex Supply Chains

Logistic Management = Materials Management + Distribution Mnagement

Managing Materials in Manufacturing Operations – Case Study

Is Waste Management Part of Procurement and Supply Chain Responsibilities?

How to discuss Five Rights of Procurement ( The main sources of added value) ?

Can You Explain—and Control—Your Prices?

TCO equation explained – Case study

Do You Really Know What Whole-Life Asset Management Is?

How Do Contractual Obligations Support the Rights of Procurement and Supply? – Case study

What Is Value for Money (VfM), and How Do We Achieve It?

How Do We Achieve the Right Price – Without Compromising Value?

How Should Capital Purchasing Be Performed Effectively?

How to discuss Procurement categories ?

CIPS L4M1 Learning Outcome 2 – The Key Steps when procuring goods and services

CIPS L4M1 LO2 : Live Session Recording 04 Feb 2026 (New)

CIPS L4M1 LO2 Presentation 04 Feb 2026 (New)

When Should You Use an RFQ or an ITT in Procurement?

Applying Stage 4 – Pre-Procurement Market Testing – Case study

Stage 12: Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) in Practice

Stage 13: Asset Management – Closing the Procurement Lifecycle

CIPS Procurement Cycle: Pre-Contract Award Stages (1–8)

From Tender Issue to Contract Commitment – Stages 7–9

CIPS Procurement Cycle: Post-Contract Award Stages (9–13)

The 4Ms Model of Supplier Relationship Management

Online Supplier Evaluation Systems (E-Questionnaires): A Practical Conversation

E-Sourcing and Online Supplier Evaluation Systems in Healthcare Procurement

Using SEDEX for Online Supplier Evaluation – Case Study

The Role of the e-Catalogue in the Digital Procurement Platform (DPP) – Case Study

How Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Works ?

How E-Procurement Can Improve the Asset Management Stage ?

CIPS L4M1 Learning Outcome 3 – Aspects of Organizational Infrustructure that shape scope of procurement and supply chain functions

Conflicts of Interest in Procurement: The Four Questions Every Professional Must Ask

4D Model : How to address potential conflict of interest ? – Case Study

Code of Ethics in Procurement: Addressing Ethical Challenges in Chocolate Manufacturing

Influences on Procurement Strategy

What Could Be Included in Procedures for Procurement and Supply?

The Involvement of Internal Functions and Personnel in the Sourcing Process

Hybrid Procurement Structure – Shared Services in Local Authorities (Case Study)

Becoming a Trusted Procurement Professional

P2P Systems in Oil & Gas – Reducing Waste, Costs, and Strengthening Relationships

CIPS L4M1 Learning Outcome 4 – The need for compliance with requirements when undertaking procurement activities in different sectors

Differences Between Public, Private, and Third Sectors – Case study

Sector Objectives and Their Impact on Procurement (Three case studies)

Regulation and Compliance in Procurement : Why It Matters Across Sectors?

Applying the 4Es Model to Achieve Value for Money

Market and Sector-Specific Factors in Procurement (Retail, Manufacturing, and Services)

First Round Assignment This assignment MUST be completed after studying "all four learning outcomes" and serves as a checkpoint for the first round of the learning journey.

Learning Outcome 1 Reflection

Learning Outcome 2 Reflection

Learning Outcome 3 Reflection

Learning Outcome 4 Reflection

CIPS L4M1 LO1 Mock Exam Questions Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.

CIPS L4M1 LO1 Mock Questions

CIPS L4M1 LO2 Mock Exam Questions Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.

CIPS L4M1 LO2 Mock Questions

CIPS L4M1 LO3 Mock Exam Questions Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.

CIPS L4M1 LO3 Mock Questions

CIPS L4M1 LO4 Mock Exam Questions Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.

CIPS L4M1 LO4 Mock Questions

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First Round Assignment
This assignment MUST be completed after studying "all four learning outcomes" and serves as a checkpoint for the first round of the learning journey.

CIPS L4M1 LO1 Mock Exam Questions
Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.

CIPS L4M1 LO2 Mock Exam Questions
Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.

CIPS L4M1 LO3 Mock Exam Questions
Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.

CIPS L4M1 LO4 Mock Exam Questions
Note: ITQAN does not recommend relying solely on mock exam questions for learning. Mock exams should be used only at the final stage of study as part of exam-based learning, to identify knowledge gaps and enhance preparedness for the CIPS examination.