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Important Notice:

Please note that the CIPS exam and membership fees have been revised with effect from November 2012.
Check under the “What are the Fees” tab for a confirmation on the new charges.

The Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) is the leading body representing the field of purchasing and supply chain management. CIPS promotes and develops high standards of professional skill, ability and integrity among those engaged in purchasing and supply chain management. Please note that CIPS requires you to register as member before registering for an exam. For more information about CIPS memberships and qualifications, please visit the CIPS website.

The British Council administers exams on behalf of CIPS. Please read the frequently asked questions below for information about taking a CIPS exam with the British Council.

		HOW DO I REGISTER AS A CIPS MEMBER?

CIPS requires you to be a registered member prior to registering for any exams. Only certain membership options are available overseas. Please visit the CIPS website to determine the option that best suits you. Membership registration is open throughout the year. To apply as a new member, download and complete the appropriate application form: Africa application form or Southern Africa application form.
Follow the instructions under 'What are the fees and how do I pay?'

		HOW DO I RENEW MY CIPS MEMBERSHIP?

	If you are already a CIPS member, use My CIPS to keep your details up-to-date. To renew your membership, download and complete the renewal application form. Follow the instructions under 'How and where do I pay?'

		WHEN DO I REGISTER FOR MY EXAM?

Exam registrations are offered three times a year for sittings in May, July and November. The timetable is fixed by CIPS to help you with your exam planning.

Payment and Submission for May 2013 session by:


Early bird closure	15 February 2013
Normal closure	22 March 2013

		HOW DO I REGISTER FOR MY EXAM?

Download and complete the relevant application form (below) and then follow the payment instructions explained under 'How and where do I pay?'

March exam forms:

			Certificate application form
			Level 3 application form
			Level 4 application form
			Level 5 application form
			Level 6 application form
			Enrolment Guide

		WHEN WILL I RECEIVE CONFIRMATION?

	Once we have received confirmation of your application from CIPS, we will send you a notification within seven working days of payment. CIPS will send you the statement of entry. If you do not receive the statement of entry form CIPS two weeks before the exam please contact CIPS.

		WHAT IS THE EXAM TIMETABLE?

CIPS May 2013 external examination timetable

		HOW DO I PREPARE FOR THE EXAM?

You will receive a statement of entry with your exam timetable from CIPS. This will help you in planning for your exam well in advance. Once you are registered you can also check your exams itinerary and update your contact details on My CIPS.

The CIPS website is full of essential resources for registered students and trainers who are studying, taking exams or training for CIPS qualifications.

		WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO THE EXAM?

			1. Photographic ID (Passport or National Identity Card)
			2. Your statement of entry (this states your candidate number)
			3. Writing materials (pens, pencils, etc)

Please note:

			No mobile phones or electronic devices will be allowed into the exam venue.
			If your pencil case is not transparent it will not be allowed into the venue.

		WHEN WILL I GET MY RESULTS?

	Results will be available on My CIPS.

		WHAT ARE THE FEES?

Fees are payable in your local currency. The exchange rate is determined by the British Council on a monthly basis.

Download the monthly spreadsheet fee and refer to the fees of your country.

		How and where do I pay?

Step 1: Please make separate deposits for membership and exams.

Step 2: Complete the Bank Deposit Slip (available at selected Barclay branches – see 'Where do I pay' for details).

In order for us to identifying your payment, please use the correct code on the deposit slip. These codes are only to be used for the deposit slips.


Membership Type	Code for Bank Deposit Slip
CIPS Membership	P506
CIPS Exam	P504

The code should then be followed by your Surname, then First Name. See completed example here.

Step 3: Submit your application, and payment to one of the selected Barclays Branches.

The British Council will collect your application form directly from Barclays. Please keep a copy of your deposit slip and guidance notes as proof of payment.

Applications and payments are only accepted at the following branches:


Lusaka	1. Mutaba House Branch, Cairo Road 2. Longacres Branch, Haile Selassie Avenue 3. Manda Hill - Manda Hill Shopping Centre
Livingstone	Livingstone Branch, Mosi O Tunya Road
Kitwe	City Square branch
Ndola	Buteko, Cnr. Buteko/Maina Soko

		WHERE WILL I SIT MY EXAMS?

	Lusaka: Makeni Islamic Centre Kitwe: Kitwe Teaching College Livingstone: LIBES

		What guidance information do I need for registration?

Please find additional guidance notes on the link below.

Guidance notes for CIPS examinations

		NEED MORE ANSWERS?

	If your questions haven’t been answered, kindly e-mail us for more information.

		what is the refund policy?

Please refer to our Examinations Refund Policy.

Refund application form

		Disclaimer

The British Council and the examining boards take all reasonable steps to provide continuity of service. We feel sure you will understand, however, that we cannot be held responsible for any interruptions caused by circumstances beyond our control. If examinations or their results are disrupted, cancelled or delayed, every effort will be made to resume normal service as soon as possible. The British Council’s liability will be limited to the refund of the registration fee or retesting at a later date.

Fees: All fees are valid for the current registration period only and are subject to change. Please check the relevant web pages for the latest fees before registering for the next session of exams.

Please refer to our Examinations Refund Policy for further info.

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