Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Accreditation

This applies to the following course only:

MSc in Supply Chain and Logistics Management (SCLM)
Candidates who successfully complete the Supply Chain and Logistics Management (SCLM) course and meet the conditions specified by CIPS which include module choices (see accreditation statements below for conditions), may apply for full membership of The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.

Acceptance is subject to the submission of a formal application and evidence of three years of experience in purchasing and supply management in a position of responsibility. Entrance and subscription fees applicable at the time of admission to CIPS are payable.

In order to apply for MCIPS candidates must apply directly to CIPS using their application process and it will be necessary to provide documentary evidence. Therefore, candidates will not be able to apply until after the Exam Board has met, their degree has been approved by Senate and their transcript and status letter saying they are eligible to graduate are available. Please note that these are produced by the Academic Office NOT WMG.

CIPS accreditation statement 19/20 (PDF)

CIPS accreditation certificate 19/20 (PDF)
Note that the CIPS accreditation is renewed annually.

Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) Accreditation

The following courses are accredited by The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) as fulfilling the educational requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer when presented with a CEng accredited Bachelors programme (or equivalent prior learning). Note that in all cases your MSc project must be suitably technical in nature.

The IET have published information on how to determine if you are ready to apply for CEng; the IMechE have similar information.

* For these courses, to meet the IET accreditation requirements you must ensure you pass at least five modules from the following list:

• Advanced Materials & Processes
• Problem Solving with Statistics
• Business & Operations Design
• Logistics & Operations Management
• Procurement & Inventory Management
• Supply Chain Management

Institute of Export (IOE) Accreditation

This applies to the following course only:

MSc in International Trade, Strategy and Operations (ITSO)

Candidates must apply directly to the IOE using their application process. This offer is only available while you are registered with the University. You may be required to provide documentary evidence of your registration.

After you Graduate
Candidates who successfully complete the ITSO programme may apply for Associate Membership of the IOE.

Acceptance is subject to the submission of a formal application (via the above link). Subscription fees applicable at the time of admission to the IOE are payable.

In order to apply for this level of membership, candidates must apply directly to the IOE using their application process and it will be necessary to provide documentary evidence. Therefore, candidates will not be able to apply until after the Exam Board has met, their degree has been approved by Senate and their transcript and status letter saying they are eligible to graduate are available. Please note that these are produced by the University Academic Office NOT WMG.

Upon graduation candidates wishing to study for the Advanced Certificate or Diploma in International Trade with the IOE will be exempt from some elements of these programmes. Details of this Approved Prior Learning can be provided by the IOE upon request.

This course has been accredited by the Institute of Export & International Trade.