Description

Course Name: Certified Procurement Consultant

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/BS/CPC/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The course is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to manage procurement processes strategically and efficiently. It focuses on developing expertise in sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiation, cost analysis, risk management, and compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Participants learn to optimize procurement operations, ensure timely acquisition of goods and services, foster supplier relationships, and contribute to organizational profitability.

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 the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Procurement Management: Overview of procurement and sourcing, Role and responsibilities of a procurement manager, Key procurement terminology, Procurement lifecycle and processes, Strategic importance of procurement, Types of procurement (direct, indirect, services),

Module 2: Supplier Selection and Evaluation: Vendor identification and qualification, Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) process, Supplier assessment and scoring, Due diligence and risk evaluation, Supplier onboarding process, Building strategic supplier relationships,

Module 3: Contract Management and Negotiation: Contract drafting and management, Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and key terms, Negotiation techniques and strategies, Legal and regulatory compliance, Contract renewals and amendments, Dispute resolution and conflict management,

Module 4: Procurement Planning and Sourcing Strategies: Demand forecasting and planning, Strategic sourcing methods, Cost analysis and budgeting, Make or buy decisions, Category management and spend analysis, Procurement process optimization,

Module 5: Technology and Tools in Procurement: E-procurement systems and software, Supplier relationship management tools, Purchase order management systems, Data analytics for procurement decisions, Automation and digital procurement, Cybersecurity and data privacy in procurement,

Module 6: Performance Monitoring and Risk Management: Key performance indicators (KPIs) for procurement, Supplier performance evaluation, Risk assessment and mitigation, Auditing and compliance checks, Reporting and decision-making, Continuous improvement and strategic procurement planning.

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:

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🤝 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.

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