In partnership with CIPS

A global guided learning programme for procurement and supply professionals

The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), the world's largest body representing procurement and supply professionals, and Kaplan, a leading global education and training company, have partnered to transform the procurement profession.

Overview

The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply is the leading international body representing procurement and supply professionals, with over 65,000 members in 150 countries. This collaboration aims to promote best practices, ethical standards, and sustainable innovation within the profession. The partnership provides efficient learning and easier access to career advancement.

Profession

Procurement and supply

Members

65,000+

Students

39,000+

Region

Operates globally

Challenge

Professionals need flexible and accessible ways to enhance their skills and advance their careers. CIPS recognised the need to provide learning options that cater to the busy schedules of procurement and supply professionals.

Solution

CIPS partnered with Kaplan to develop an innovative learning programme called CIPS OnDemand. This guided-study online learning course offers a blend of rigour and structure of a tutor-led course with the flexibility of interactive, online study, available 24/7. CIPS OnDemand delivers internationally recognised qualifications in a powerful, innovative new learning format.

Key features

Guided learning environment
Students benefit from a structured learning experience with access to academic support staff.
Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
The online format allows students to study at their own pace around their work and personal lives.
Interactive modules
High-quality content aligned to the CIPS syllabus is delivered through engaging and interactive study modules. Each interactive study module is built around the qualification learning outcomes.
Dedicated support
Learners receive assistance from dedicated advisors throughout their study journey.
High-quality content
CIPS OnDemand courses are structured around content co-created by CIPS' subject experts - fully aligned with the Global Standard and tailored precisely to syllabus learning outcomes.

Together, we have produced a truly unique, engaging, and flexible learning experience that is fully aligned with the Global Standard and tailored to qualification learning outcomes for procurement and supply professionals seeking to advance their careers.

Impact and benefits

The CIPS OnDemand programme has already delivered a measurable impact for learners and organisations worldwide. By combining high-quality, flexible learning with robust academic support, it enables professionals to upskill without compromising their work or personal commitments. Employers also benefit from a more capable, confident, and forward-thinking workforce.

Key results

Enhanced learning experience
CIPS OnDemand provides a user-focused training course that leads to outstanding pass rates.
Career advancement
The partnership supports ambitious procurement and supply professionals in achieving their career goals.
Global reach
CIPS and Kaplan's combined expertise and global presence enable them to empower individuals worldwide.
Innovative approach
The collaboration introduces a new way of learning for CIPS students, supplementing traditional study centre options.
Trusted and proven
Kaplan's pioneering approach to online learning consistently exceeds industry standards. With a 92% pass rate for the Level 4 Diploma, the CIPS OnDemand programme reflects our commitment to learner success and professional achievement.