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Certified Tendering and Contract Award Expert

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CTND)

✅ 2026 Edition 🎓 CPD Accredited 🌍 100+ Countries 📜 Digital + Physical Certificate 100% Online
Executive Summary

Certified Tendering and Contract Award Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Tendering and Contract Award Expert (CTND) 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 11 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 CTND 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 Tendering and Contract Award Expert
Acronym
CTND
Category
Procurement & Supply Chain
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
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 Tendering and Contract Award Expert
Certified Tendering and Contract Award Expert: 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
Public Procurement and Competitive Tendering
Specification writing and the specification trap · Analytical techniques and bias · Contract law fundamentals and formation · Freight, transport mode and route reliability
3
Terms, conditions and clauses
Terms, conditions and clauses · Negotiation strategy and planning · Negotiation tactics and behaviours · Supplier and category performance
4
Negotiation strategy and planning
Negotiation strategy and planning · Negotiation tactics and behaviours · Service-level agreements and KPIs · Category and supplier innovation
5
Negotiation tactics and behaviours
Negotiation tactics and behaviours · Service-level agreements and KPIs · Contract administration and variation · Contract oversight in the public sector
6
Service-level agreements and KPIs
Service-level agreements and KPIs · Contract administration and variation · Dispute resolution and claims · Capacity and production planning
7
Contract administration and variation
Contract administration and variation · Dispute resolution and claims · Contract performance and exit · Evaluation criteria and award
8
Suppliers and Partners
Supply chain risk identification and mapping · Procurement fraud, collusion and bid rigging · Emergency, humanitarian and constrained procurement · Demand and supply planning (S&OP)
9
Sustainability
Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics · Carbon markets and climate finance · Sustainable input management · Preparing financial statements
10
Public and Community Context
Corporate responsibility and community · Procurement and asset management under donor rules · Proposal development and donor reporting · Community natural-resource governance
11
Knowledge and Learning
Motivation and self-directed learning · Apprenticeships and work-based learning · Wellbeing and personal-effectiveness learning · Training needs analysis and learning strategy
12
Leadership and Management
Competitive bidding and tender management · Crisis management and recovery · Demand management and controlling maverick spend · Make-versus-buy decisions
13
People and Capability
Supplier dependency, development and continuity · Agile delivery and iterative development · Building digital capability in an organisation · Attachment and developmental theory
14
Strategy and Direction
Sourcing portfolios (Kraljic) · Supplier market analysis and competition · Strategic analysis: PESTLE, SWOT and Porter’s Five Forces · Real options and strategic investment
15
Operations and Delivery
Materials requirements planning (MRP) · Business continuity and contingency planning · Quality control and continuous improvement · Integrated risk and quality control
16
Communication and Influence
Negotiating with suppliers · Communication and interpersonal skills · Closed-loop feedback systems · Influencing and presenting insights
17
Change and Innovation
Continuous improvement of delivery · Continuous safety improvement · Change management and adoption · The finance function and digital transformation
18
Data and Measurement
Performance scorecards and reviews · Performance measurement and KPI dashboards · Data ethics, privacy and responsible analytics · Cost and profitability analysis
19
Financial Acumen
Total cost of ownership versus purchase price · Inventory service levels and the cost of stockouts · Transparency, fairness and value for money · Supplier financial and operational risk
20
Risk and Governance
Risk assessment and prioritisation · Quality planning and assurance · Programme governance and assurance · Governance of campaigns and spend
21
Stakeholders and Partners
Reporting automation · Partnership building and multi-stakeholder platforms · Relationship management and retention · Stakeholder mapping and collaboration
22
Digital and Technology
Electric and hybrid vehicles: what changes for the market · Telehealth and digital care delivery · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution · Communicating financial results
23
Ethics and Integrity
Ethical and reputational risk · Ethical sourcing and modern slavery · Ethical decision-making under pressure · Values, purpose and authentic leadership
24
Self-Leadership
AI and personalisation in marketing · Digital and self-service transformation · Self-service and digital support · Data-driven and personalised banking
25
People Administration
Loyalty programmes and rewards · Performance management in service · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Capacity and performance management
26
Customers and Markets
Leading service projects and change · Team leadership in customer service · Content marketing and editorial planning · Email marketing and automation
27
Projects and Delivery
Leading campaigns and sales projects · Team leadership in field and project settings · Managing boundaries and dual relationships · HACCP principles and prerequisite programmes
28
Inclusion and Culture
Peer support and consultation · Service culture and brand promise · Building a customer-centric culture · Building a service culture
29
Legal and Policy
Regulatory and fair-treatment obligations · The regulatory landscape and central banking · Regulatory duty and accountability · Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules
30
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Global sourcing and trade · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Global and comparative HR contexts · Cross-cultural communication

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

  • Public Procurement and Competitive Tendering — applied to your own work
  • Terms, conditions and clauses — applied to your own work
  • Negotiation strategy and planning — applied to your own work
  • Negotiation tactics and behaviours — applied to your own work
  • Service-level agreements and KPIs — applied to your own work
  • Contract administration and variation — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CTND 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 CTND?

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 CTND certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 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 CTND 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 CTND certification?

The Certified Tendering and Contract Award 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 CTND 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 CTND?

The Certified Tendering and Contract Award 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 CTND?

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

Can I study the CTND 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 CTND?

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

I earned my CTND 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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