How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 12 Weeks and can be completed self-paced or with live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications carry CPD credits and are internationally recognised.

What level is this certification?

This is a Expert / Executive Level certification.

Email info@certifications.ac, WhatsApp +254 722 223 084, or fill in the enrolment form on this page.

What is included in the fee?

All study materials, study guide, examination, digital certificate and badge. Live option adds tutor sessions and priority support.

Certified Construction Procurement and FIDIC Expert (CCPFE)

Executive Summary

Certified Construction Procurement and FIDIC Expert

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

This 12 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 CCPFE 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 Construction Procurement and FIDIC Expert

Acronym

CCPFE

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

✦Construction Procurement Architecture

✦Construction Bill of Quantities

✦Employer-Contractor Interfaces

✦Interim Payment Administration

✦Contractor Performance Systems

✦Dispute Interfaces

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

Core CurriculumModules 1–20 · specific to Certified Construction Procurement and FIDIC Expert · module 20 is the capstone

1

Construction Procurement Architecture

Construction contracts and procurement: from tender to FIDIC · Managing supplier performance against the contract · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · Procurement strategy: what to buy, how, and from whom

2

Construction Tendering Systems

Running a tender: process, evaluation and award · Specifications, tendering and supplier selection · Construction and site safety · Construction health and safety: managing the industry's hazards

3

Contractor Prequalification

E-procurement and procure-to-pay systems · Public and regulated procurement · Procurement ethics, conflicts of interest and anti-corruption · Contractor and visitor safety

4

Construction Bill of Quantities

Supplier and contract management systems · Contract terms: what the words have to do · Contract closeout and exit · Contract performance, remedies and variations

5

Technical Specification Procurement

Writing a specification that gets what you need · Specification writing and the specification trap · Responsible and sustainable procurement · Sustainable procurement principles and standards

6

FIDIC Contract Structures

Contract management: terms, variation and dispute · Contract, grant and third-party compliance · Contract oversight in the public sector · Contract performance management after award

7

Employer-Contractor Interfaces

Category and supplier innovation · Agile and collaborative delivery · Total cost and value delivered · Supplier and category performance

8

Construction Contract Particulars

Terms, conditions and clauses · Negotiation strategy and planning · Negotiation tactics and behaviours · Dispute resolution and claims

9

Variations and Change Orders

Contract variations, claims and disputes · Variations, claims and delay: managing change on site · Supplier selection and due diligence · Supplier relationship management and segmentation

10

Interim Payment Administration

Negotiation and conflict management · Conflict resolution and negotiation · Commercial deal structuring · Commercial negotiation and value capture

11

Claims and Extension of Time

Category management and strategy · Spend analysis and segmentation · Supply market analysis · Supplier evaluation and selection

12

Construction Procurement Evaluation

Evaluation design: attribution, comparison and honest claims · Vendor and partner management · Cloud and platform decisions: sourcing the foundations of digital delivery · Vendor and faculty management

13

Contractor Performance Systems

Service-level agreements and KPIs · Materials management and the supply-production interface · Islamic financing contracts: sale, lease and partnership structures · Negotiation strategy and tactics

14

Construction Procurement Risk

Procurement risk and internal control · Ethical sourcing and modern slavery · Fair trade and responsible supply · Embedding sustainability in sourcing

15

Construction Contract Documentation

Supply disruption: exposure, alternatives and tested continuity · Requirements and the specification gap · Handover, commissioning and the defects liability period · Range planning and category management

16

Dispute Interfaces

Compliance and regulatory projects · Professional ethics and responsibility (PMI) · Health, safety and compliance in delivery · Project KPIs and performance metrics

17

Construction Cost and Procurement Monitoring

Cost, value and procurement savings that are real · Performance tuning and optimisation · Cost, performance and capacity management · Grading, standards and food safety compliance

18

FIDIC Administration Systems

Operating systems administration · Monitoring profitability and performance · System operation and performance · Linking CX to business performance

19

Construction Procurement Closeout

Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules · Building a compliance culture · Sales performance and pipeline management · Social performance and outreach

20

Construction Procurement and FIDIC Project

Measuring IT value and performance · Ethics and independence · Treasury, market risk and asset-liability management · Asset-liability management, liquidity and interest-rate risk

Professional ElectivesModules 21–30 · common to all GLI certifications · broaden your professional range

21

Strategic Communication and Executive Presentation

Vision, purpose and translating direction into work · Audience-centred communication and message structure · Executive leadership: the board interface and enterprise stewardship · Persuasive structure: framing, evidence and the ask

22

Leadership and Team Effectiveness

Leadership identity, style and the limits of style · Leadership assessment, feedback and continuous self-review · Leadership versus management and when each is needed · Situational and adaptive leadership

23

Analytical Thinking and Evidence-Based Reasoning

Creativity and critical-thinking development · Analytical techniques and bias · Evidence-based improvement · Problem framing: symptoms, definition and scope

24

Professional Decision-Making

Managerial decision-making, bias and decision rights · Escalation and decision-making · Decision support: briefs, options and judgement under pressure · Decision frameworks: criteria, weighting and trade-offs

25

Negotiation, Influence and Stakeholder Management

Negotiation preparation: interests, options and the walk-away · Power, followership and organisational politics · Negotiation: preparation, interests and value creation · Concessions, anchoring and the shape of a bargain

26

Project and Execution Management

Proposals, bids and the business case · Project roles and the project manager · Developing the project business case · Planning, scheduling and personal workflow systems

27

Financial Literacy for Professionals

Financial reporting standards and their application · Financial management for the operating manager · Liquidity, funding and balance sheet management · Management accounting: costing, budgeting and decision support

28

Digital Skills, AI and Technology for Professionals

Digital workplace, collaboration and user support · Productivity, collaboration and workflow tools · Tools for interaction and collaboration · Working with data: quality, interpretation and honest presentation

29

Ethics, Governance and Professional Accountability

Ethical leadership: integrity, tolerated behaviour and moral courage · Ethics, conduct and speaking up · Business development risk, ethics and integrity · AI for managers: adoption, oversight and governance

30

Personal Effectiveness, Productivity and Career Growth

Emotional competence: awareness, regulation and expression · Self-awareness, strengths and the accuracy of self-image · Emotional intelligence and self-regulation · Priority: outcomes, importance and the urgency trap

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

Construction Tendering Systems — applied to your own work
Contractor Prequalification — applied to your own work
Construction Bill of Quantities — applied to your own work
Technical Specification Procurement — applied to your own work
FIDIC Contract Structures — applied to your own work
Employer-Contractor Interfaces — applied to your own work

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CCPFE certification?

The Certified Construction Procurement and FIDIC Expert is a professional certification awarded by the Global Leadership Institute. It covers 20 core modules specific to Construction Procurement and FIDIC Expert, culminating in the capstone “Construction Procurement and FIDIC Project”, plus 10 professional elective modules common to all GLI certifications. Candidates study through the online portal, submit the capstone project and sit a final examination; those who pass receive a verifiable certificate carrying a unique certificate ID.

Who should enrol in the CCPFE?

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 CCPFE certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 12 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 CCPFE 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 CCPFE certification?

The Certified Construction Procurement and FIDIC Expert is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CCPFE 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 CCPFE?

The Certified Construction Procurement and FIDIC Expert 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 CCPFE?

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

Can I study the CCPFE 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 CCPFE?

Graduates progress towards senior procurement, category and supply-chain leadership roles. The CCPFE 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

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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 CCPFE while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Category Lead

Government

Certified Construction Procurement and FIDIC Expert

Certified Construction Procurement and FIDIC Expert

Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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