Description

Certification Name: Certified Procurement & Contracts Manager

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/M/CPCM/V1

Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The Certified Procurement & Contracts Manager course is designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage procurement processes, supplier relationships, and contract lifecycle management. It focuses on strategic sourcing, negotiation, risk management, cost optimization, compliance, and performance monitoring.

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card (Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of online assessment, you can download your Certificate Immediately.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Procurement Strategy & Planning: Strategic sourcing and procurement planning, Market analysis and supplier segmentation, Demand forecasting and budget alignment, Total cost of ownership (TCO) and life‑cycle costing, Procurement policy development and compliance, Risk assessment in procurement planning

Module 2: Supplier Relationship Management & Negotiation: Supplier evaluation and qualification, Performance measurement & scorecards, Negotiation strategies and techniques, Building long-term strategic supplier partnerships, Supplier development and innovation, Risk mitigation in supplier relationships

Module 3: Contract Formation & Legal Framework: Key elements of a contract, Types of procurement contracts (fixed‑price, cost‑reimbursable, time‑&‑material), Contract law fundamentals, Drafting terms and conditions, Legal risk allocation (liabilities, indemnities, warranties), Dispute resolution mechanisms in contracts

Module 4: Procurement Process & Execution: Tendering mechanisms (RFP, RFQ, ITT), Bid evaluation and supplier selection, Purchase orders and procurement documentation, E‑procurement systems and tools, Compliance, audit and record‑keeping, Procurement cycle governance

Module 5: Contract Administration & Performance Management: Contract lifecycle management (CLM), Monitoring supplier performance, Managing contract changes and amendments, Handling contract breaches and remedies, Performance‑based contracts & SLAs, Contract renewal, termination and close‑out

Module 6: Risk, Ethics & Advanced Topics in Procurement: Contract risk management (force majeure, liability), Ethical procurement and anti‑corruption practices, Sustainability and green procurement, Insurance, guarantees, and sureties, Emerging trends (digital procurement, blockchain), Procurement analytics and continuous improvement

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

🌍 1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that opens doors across borders. Trusted by employers, respected by institutions, and recognized in over 100 countries.

📜 2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Certified to global ISO standards, our programs deliver excellence, consistency, and a benchmarked learning experience that speaks for itself.

💼 3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhances your resume and increases chances of promotions or job offers.

🤝 4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certifications from non-profit organizations are mission-driven rather than profit-driven.

📚 5. Access to Verified Learning & Resources – Often includes e-books, mock tests, and online support without hidden costs.

🔍 6. Transparency & Online Verification – Certifications come with a unique Enrolment ID for easy online verification by employers and institutions.

⏳ 7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications usually have lifetime validity or long-term recognition, reducing the need for frequent renewals.