Description

Course Name: Certified Procurement & Sourcing Professional

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

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

Objective: The Certified Procurement & Sourcing Professional course is designed to develop strategic and operational capabilities in managing procurement functions, vendor relations, and sourcing strategies in dynamic global markets. The program provides a deep understanding of procurement planning, supplier selection, negotiation tactics, contract management, cost optimization, sustainability in sourcing, and risk mitigation.

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 and Sourcing: Overview of Procurement and Sourcing Functions, Procurement vs. Purchasing: Key Differences, Strategic Importance of Procurement in Organizations, Types of Procurement: Direct, Indirect, and Services, Overview of Sourcing Strategies, Role of the Procurement & Sourcing Manager.

Module 2: Strategic Sourcing and Category Management: Steps in the Strategic Sourcing Process, Spend Analysis and Supplier Segmentation, Category Management Principles and Tools, Supplier Market Research and Benchmarking, Make vs. Buy Analysis, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Concepts.

Module 3: Supplier Selection and Relationship Management: Supplier Identification and Prequalification, Request for Information (RFI), RFQ, and RFP Processes, Supplier Evaluation Criteria and Scoring Models, Contract Negotiation and Supplier Onboarding, Building Strategic Supplier Partnerships, Supplier Performance Monitoring and Development.

Module 4: Procurement Process and Technology: Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Process Flow, E-Procurement Systems and Tools, Automation and Digital Transformation in Procurement, Role of ERP in Procurement Operations, Inventory and Demand Planning Linkages, Compliance and Internal Controls in Procurement.

Module 5: Risk Management and Ethical Sourcing: Types of Procurement and Sourcing Risks, Risk Mitigation Strategies in Supply Chains, Sustainable and Ethical Sourcing Practices, Regulatory Compliance and Anti-corruption Laws, Conflict Minerals and Fair Trade, Developing a Risk-Aware Procurement Culture.

Module 6: Contract Management and Performance Measurement: Contract Lifecycle Management in Procurement, Key Contractual Clauses in Supplier Agreements, Managing SLAs and KPIs, Dispute Resolution and Contract Breach Handling, Procurement Metrics and Reporting Tools, Continuous Improvement and Best Practices in Procurement.

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.