Purpose of the Education Programme

The institute embarked on the introduction of the Education Programme which has taken into account global and local procurement initiatives which is will contribute and enhance the supply chain management in Zambia. The programme is supported by the government of the republic of Zambia and other cooperating partners. The programme which had the first enrollment in July 2015 with only 45 students has now grown with a total membership of more than 400 students from 6 accredited learning institutions 

Programs being offered

The programme consist of the ZIPS certificate and ZIPS Diploma in purchasing and supply and the implementation will be done through accredited ZIPS Education providers

Certificate Course Subjects

Certificate Level 1

C1 Principles of Procurement & Supply

C2 Business Mathematics & Statistics

C3 Business Communication & Environment

C7 Negotiations

Certificate Level 2

C4 Computer Application & Information System Management

C5 Logistics & Supply Chain Management

C6 Business Management

C8 Public Procurement

C9 Material Management

Diploma Course Subject

Diploma Level 1

D2 Project & Contract Management

D3 Accounting & Finance

D5 Strategic Supply & Management

D6 Entrepreneurship

Diploma Level 2

D1 Business Law

D4 Operations Management

D7 Research Methods

Duration

ZIPS Certificate – 1 Year

ZIPS Diploma – 1 Year

Examination Sessions

There are two examination sessions in a year, that is in June and December. Candidates will be required to apply for registration to sit for the examinations after paying the prescribed fees.

Entry Criteria

Holders of Grade 12 School certificate with 5 “O” Level Credits or better including English and Mathematics

Holders of Valid ZIPS membership identity

Payment of Student Membership Fee.