The Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS)

CIPS - MCG Centre Number - 005031578

About CIPS Education

The CIPS Certificate in Purchasing and Supply

CIPS Advanced Certificate in Purchasing and Supply

The CIPS Graduate Diploma

CIPS by Distance Learning

Fees & Registration

Exemptions

Examinations

Exam FAQ’s

Studying Techniques

About CIPS, the Royal Charter, Code of Ethics Details

Membership Fees 

The annual membership subscriptions are set out below; all fees are given in UK Pounds Sterling (GBP):

UK Fees GBP (UK Sterling Pounds)
Fellows 106.00
Corporate Member (MCIPS) 84.00
Affiliate 84.00
Associate Members progressing through the Personal Development Plan 84.00
Student and Associate 42.50

International Fees GBP (UK Sterling Pounds)
Fellows 64.00
Corporate Member (MCIPS) 46.50
Affiliate 46.50
Associate Members Progressing through the Personal Development Plan 46.50
Student and Associate 40.00

African Fees GBP (UK Sterling Pounds)
Fellows 52.40
Corporate Member (MCIPS) 42.60
Affiliate 42.60
Associate Members progressing through the Personal Development Plan 42.60
Student and Associate 35.50

Other Fees GBP (UK Sterling Pounds)

Initial Assessment fee on all application

(all grades)

20.00
Membership Reinstatements Applicable fee as above
Personal Development Plan Assessment Fee 100.00
Examination Exemptions 17.50

Registration by Post:

When you decide to study for any of the CIPS qualifications you must first register by completing an application form. You may download an Application Form by clicking ---here---  [Link open new window]. When you submit your form, CIPS will check your eligibility to register. You may also be entitled to certain exemptions.  

Online Registration:

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A non-refundable registration fee of £10.00 is payable together with an annual subscription to maintain your membership of CIPS and to give you access to examinations. The course fee should also be paid but MCG will refund this if you are not accepted by CIPS to join. We can then ensure that you have access to all materials you need to study, as well as all the information you need when you are ready to be assessed and examined. In addition you will enjoy a number of benefits to help you during your studies:  

  • A free copy of the fortnightly Supply Management magazine
  • A six monthly newsletter

  • Priority service from the CIPS Bookshop

  • Access to CIPS technical information service
  • Preferential rates for attendance on all CIPS courses, conferences and seminars
  • Website access - discussion forums for Students and full Members.