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qualification with expert
distance learning

Study with APS, a CIPS Centre of Excellence, in a style, format, and timeline that works for you.
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95%

Pass rate across all levels

12

Maximum per cohort

FCIPS

Chartered Fellow tutor

£0

Hidden extras, ever

500+

CIPS graduates
Find your starting point

Pick the level that matches
the job you do today.

CIPS levels map cleanly to real procurement roles. Pick the one that matches your responsibilities now, studying too low wastes time, too high risks overload. If you’re borderline, Katie will tell you honestly on your free call.

Still on the fence?

Book a 20-minute call with Katie. She’ll match your role and experience to the right level, honestly, and with no sales pitch.
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Our qualifications

From foundation to
Chartered.

Every APS CIPS package is all-inclusive, CIPS membership, official study guides, exam fees, and one free resit per module are all included in the price.
Level 2

Certificates in Procurement & Supply Operations

  • 5 modules · 6–12 months
  • Objective Response exams
  • No prerequisites

£1,900.00

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Level 3

Advanced Certificates in Procurement & Supply

  • 5 modules · 9–12 months
  • Objective Response exams
  • No prerequisites

£2,000.00

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Level 4

Diploma in Procurement & Supply

  • 8 modules · 9–18 months
  • OR & Case Response exams
  • Gateway to MCIPS

£2,600.00

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MOST POPULAR PATHWAY
Level 5

Advanced Diploma in Procurement & Supply

  • 5+3 modules · 12–18 months
  • 100% Case Response exams
  • Prerequisite: Level 4

£2,800.00

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Level 6

Professional Diploma in Procurement & Supply

  • 4+3 modules · 12–18 months
  • CR & OR exams
  • Direct route to MCIPS

£2,900.00

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One-to-one

Private Tuition with Katie

  • Any CIPS level, any module
  • 5-hour starter pack · Flexible scheduling
  • Exam technique or topic deep-dives

£375.00

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How you’ll learn

Live classes. Small groups.
One tutor, start to finish.

APS CIPS offers Levels 4 and 5 as live online lessons in cohorts of no more than twelve, not pre-recorded videos, not lecture halls of fifty. You’re taught directly by Katie throughout your qualification.

  • Real-time weekly lessons on TEAMS
  • Time zone friendly lessons to accommodate international students
  • Small cohorts (maximum 12 learners)
  • Informal, informative and interactive

Nobody passes by accident at APS CIPS. But nobody is left to sink, either.

Already studying?

Sharpen up before
exam day.

Not ready for a full course, or studying with another provider and need a stronger finish? Our self-study resources cover every CIPS level, module by module.
For Self Study

Study Packs

Self-study PowerPoint material that walks you through every module of your level. Use them alongside the official CIPS guides for a clearer, more structured route through the syllabus.
  • Levels 2-6, module by module
  • Built around the official CIPS syllabus
  • Yours to keep, study at your own pace

From £150

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For Exam Day

Revision Packs

Focused revision material for the final stretch, pulling out the high-frequency topics, exam technique and worked examples you need to pass OR and CR papers with confidence.
  • Targeted at OR and CR exam formats
  • Module-by-module coverage
  • Designed for the final 4-6 weeks

From £25

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All Inclusive Pricing,
No hidden costs

One transparent price covers everything you need from enrolment to exam, including the things other providers charge extra for.
  • CIPS student membership, worth £267/year
  • All official CIPS study guides, delivered direct to you
  • All exam entry fees, we handle booking and admin
  • One free resit per module, safety net, no extra invoice
  • Unlimited 1 to 1 tutor support, with Katie herself
  • Email support between sessions, we reply fast
  • 0% payment plans, over 12, 18 or 24 months

APS CIPS vs other providers

CIPS membership£267Included
Study guides£320Included
Exam fees£280Included
Free resit£95 perIncluded
1-to-1 tutor hours£75/hrIncluded
You save£1,000+✓
Your tutor

Katie Jarvis-Grove FCIPS Chartered.

Founder, lead tutor, and the reason our pass rate is 95%. Katie teaches every level personally, from Level 2 through to MCIPS . So you learn from the same expert, start to finish.
Twenty years practising procurement across Bentley Motors, Lotus Cars, the NHS, Princes Foods, Doncaster Council, ARCO and the MOD. A CIPS Associate Trainer for multiple providers, Katie’s teaching combines rigorous academic content with dry humour and hard-won, on-the-job reality.
“My goal isn’t just for you to pass the exams. It’s to give you the confidence and tools to transform your organisation’s procurement strategy.”
  • FCIPS Chartered Fellow
  • Teaches every level (2–6)
  • 20+ years senior procurement
  • Hundreds to MCIPS status
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How it works

From first call to MCIPS,
step by step

Seven stages. We handle the admin and the coaching, you focus on the work.

01

20 mins · No obligation

Free consultation
A short call with Katie to map your experience to the right level.

02

Week 1

Enrolment & induction
We handle CIPS registration and welcome you into your cohort.

03

Weekly · Evenings

Live classes
Weekly live sessions with marked practice and mock exams.

04

Hours included

1 to 1 coaching
Dedicated time with Katie to drill weak spots and exam technique.

05

OR + CR formats

Exams
Sit with real confidence, our students pass at 95% across every level.

06

Free, on us

Resit safety net
One free resit per module if things don’t go to plan first time.

07

The gold standard

Next level or MCIPS
Progress when you’re ready. Every level builds to Chartered status.

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Book your free consultation today, no obligation.

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Student success

Real outcomes. Real careers.

From first time learners to Chartered Fellows, APS CIPS students are building careers we’re proud to be part of.

FAQs

Common questions,
honest answers.

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Book a free call with Katie and ask her directly.
  • Which CIPS level should I start at?
    Pick the level that matches your current responsibilities. New to procurement → Level 2. Junior buyer → Level 3. Buyer or specialist → Level 4. Category manager → Level 5. Head of procurement → Level 6. If you’re borderline, Katie will tell you honestly on your free call.
  • What is the difference between OR and CR exams?
    OR stands for Objective Response, multiple-choice exams used at Levels 2, 3, and parts of 4. CR stands for Case Response, written case-study exams used from Level 4 upwards. Level 5 is 100% CR, which is why it’s the jump most students find demanding. We coach exam technique for both formats.
  • Can my employer sponsor me?
    Yes, and many do. We invoice your employer directly, provide the paperwork HR or L&D needs, and keep them updated on your progress if you’d like us to. Our all-inclusive pricing makes the approval conversation easier, there are no hidden extras to explain later.
  • Can I study while working full time?

    Almost every APS CIPS student does. Live classes are scheduled outside core working hours where possible, and recordings are available if you miss one. Expect to put in 6–10 hours per week depending on the level.

  • What happens if I fail an exam?
    Every APS CIPS package includes one free resit per module, we pay the CIPS re-entry fee, not you. Your tutor will work with you on what went wrong and coach you through the retake.
  • What does “all-inclusive” actually include?

    CIPS student membership (worth around £267/yr), every official CIPS study guide, all exam entry fees, one free resit per module, unlimited one to one tutor support, and email support between sessions. Other providers routinely charge £1,000+ extra for the same bundle.

  • How big are the classes?
    We cap every cohort at 12 students, on every level, no exceptions. It’s the single biggest reason our pass rate is so high.
  • Do I need to do every level in order?
    No. Most students skip straight to the level that matches their current role. The only hard prerequisites are Level 5 (Level 4 or equivalent experience) and Level 6 (Level 5 or 5+ years’ senior procurement experience).
  • How do I enrol?
    Book a free consultation, confirm your level with Katie, pick a start date and payment plan, and we handle the rest, including your CIPS registration.
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