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Certified Advanced Procurement Specialist

Online Certification  ·  10 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CAPS2)

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Executive Summary

Certified Advanced Procurement Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Advanced Procurement Specialist (CAPS2) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations.

This 10 Weeks programme is structured around CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CAPS2 holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Advanced Procurement Specialist
Acronym
CAPS2
Category
Procurement & Supply Chain
Level
Advanced
Duration
10 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 449
Live Virtual
USD 649
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Procurement and Purchasing Officers
  • Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals
  • Contract and Category Managers
  • Warehouse and Inventory Managers
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards senior procurement, category and supply-chain leadership roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards
Operational Excellence
Drive cost savings, supplier quality and supply chain resilience
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to procurement
Business Performance
Deliver measurable value through strategic sourcing and contract management
Global Employability
Qualify for procurement roles across corporates, NGOs, government and international organisations worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Sourcing, Category Management and Supplier Selection
✦Contract Management and Negotiation
✦Logistics, Warehousing and Distribution
✦Supply Chain Risk, Resilience and Continuity
✦Procurement Compliance, Ethics and Governance
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Advanced Procurement Specialist
Certified Advanced Procurement Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models · Procurement's contribution to organisational strategy
2
Supplier diversity and local content
Freight, transport mode and route reliability · Collaboration and partnership models · Supplier audits and assurance · Warehouse operations and stock accuracy
3
Transport modes, planning and optimisation
Transport modes, planning and optimisation · Freight forwarding, incoterms and customs · Warehousing, storage and materials handling · Analytical techniques and bias
4
Demand planning and forecasting
Demand planning and forecasting · Order fulfilment and last-mile delivery · Reverse logistics and returns · Demand planning and sales and operations planning
5
Logistics performance and cost control
Logistics performance and cost control · Inventory models: EOQ, safety stock, reorder points · Materials requirements planning (MRP) · Warehouse and stock control systems
6
Lean, JIT and pull systems
Interpreting financial statements · Bill of materials and master scheduling · Capacity and production planning · Procurement KPIs and savings measurement
7
ABC analysis and stock optimisation
ABC analysis and stock optimisation · Obsolescence and working-capital impact · Operations performance and throughput · Category and supplier innovation
8
Leadership and Management
Crisis management and recovery · Category management and spend analysis · Contract performance management after award · Make-versus-buy decisions
9
People and Capability
Organisational design and development interventions · Absence, capability and ill-health management · Collective relations and union engagement · Workforce planning and the capability gap
10
Strategy and Direction
Sourcing portfolios (Kraljic) · Supplier segmentation and relationship strategy · Supply market analysis and sourcing strategy · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy
11
Operations and Delivery
Business continuity and contingency planning · Demand and supply planning (S&OP) · Content and channel planning · Competitive bidding processes
12
Communication and Influence
Professional documentation and presentation · Communication planning and management · Negotiation and conflict management · Conflict resolution and negotiation
13
Change and Innovation
Innovation and value from suppliers · Change control and configuration · Organisational change management · Change and adoption in projects
14
Data and Measurement
Performance measurement and scorecards · Service-level agreements and KPIs · Marketing analytics and attribution · Web and campaign analytics
15
Financial Acumen
Supplier financial and operational risk · Should-cost analysis and price justification · Inventory service levels and the cost of stockouts · Stakeholders and users of financial information
16
Risk and Governance
Supply chain risk identification and mapping · Risk assessment and prioritisation · Procure-to-pay control and the three-way match · Assurance engagements and standards
17
Stakeholders and Partners
Partnership building and multi-stakeholder platforms · Service analytics and dashboards · Managing difficult stakeholders · Stakeholder mapping in banking
18
Digital and Technology
Bancassurance and digital insurance models · Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches · Automation in project delivery · Emerging project technologies
19
Ethics and Integrity
Ethical and reputational risk · Ethical sourcing and modern slavery · Public procurement integrity: collusion, rigging and conflict · Bribery, corruption and conduct risk
20
Self-Leadership
Wellbeing and resilience coaching · Servant leadership and self-organising teams · Setting professional goals and a personal development plan · Managing growth, risk and resilience
21
People Administration
Loyalty programmes and rewards · Performance management in service · Performance management systems and cycles · Reward strategy and total reward frameworks
22
Customers and Markets
Regulatory compliance and market requirements · Advisory service design and delivery · Sustaining ethical, effective practice · Customer expectations and satisfaction
23
Projects and Delivery
Project management maturity assessment · Financial risk in projects · Realising and measuring project value · Capstone scoping: a real project or programme
24
Inclusion and Culture
Building a culture of compliance · Financial inclusion and agency banking · Financial inclusion strategy · Learning cultures and the learning organisation
25
Legal and Policy
Contract law fundamentals and formation · Contractor safety and shared workplaces · HSE legal duties and enforcement · Contract types and risk allocation
26
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Global sourcing and trade · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Expanding into regional and export markets · Global and comparative HR contexts
27
Suppliers and Partners
Where procurement leverage actually comes from · Procurement fraud, collusion and bid rigging · Emergency, humanitarian and constrained procurement · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution
28
Sustainability
Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics · Continuous environmental improvement · Integration with quality and environment · Environmental management and pollution control
29
Public and Community Context
Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Proposal development and donor reporting · Psychoeducation and public communication · Recovery capital and community
30
Knowledge and Learning
The learning and development profession · Blended and hybrid learning design · Training needs analysis and learning strategy · Knowledge management and capability building

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Supplier diversity and local content — applied to your own work
  • Transport modes, planning and optimisation — applied to your own work
  • Demand planning and forecasting — applied to your own work
  • Logistics performance and cost control — applied to your own work
  • Lean, JIT and pull systems — applied to your own work
  • ABC analysis and stock optimisation — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CAPS2 certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CAPS2?

This certification is ideal for Procurement and Purchasing Officers, Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals, Contract and Category Managers and Warehouse and Inventory Managers, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CAPS2 certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 10 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CAPS2 internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CAPS2 certification?

The Certified Advanced Procurement Specialist is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 449 and Live Virtual at USD 649. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CAPS2 certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CAPS2?

The Certified Advanced Procurement Specialist is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CAPS2?

The Certified Advanced Procurement Specialist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CAPS2 while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CAPS2?

Graduates progress towards senior procurement, category and supply-chain leadership roles. The CAPS2 strengthens your expertise in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations and positions you for advancement across corporates, NGOs, government and international organisations.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Procurement Director
Private Sector
“

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Supply Chain Manager
NGO Sector
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I earned my CAPS2 while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Category Lead
Government
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