Topic groups from the IPMBOK · Domestic vs Global Purchasing
Reasons to buy abroad; Levels of global sourcing
IPSCMI · International procurement
Training for Certified International Procurement Manager (CIPM)
The lowest price in a foreign quote is not always the lowest cost. CIPM covers what changes the decision in global sourcing: freight, duties and risk, the law that governs the contract, delivery terms, and how negotiation differs between cultures.
- Credential
- CIPM
- Specialty
- International procurement
- Next step
- Discuss the curriculum and study options with our team.
About the training
Connect specialist knowledge to practice.
The lowest price in a foreign quote is not always the lowest cost. CIPM covers what changes the decision in global sourcing: freight, duties and risk, the law that governs the contract, delivery terms, and how negotiation differs between cultures.
What will you learn?
- 01
Calculate landed cost: And compare it with a local quote on one basis.
- 02
Choose a delivery term: Suited to the goods and the shipping route.
- 03
Evaluate an overseas supplier: With written criteria before the first order.
- 04
Prepare an international negotiation: That accounts for both law and culture.
Is this training right for you?
- Hold CIPP or an equivalent: And want to move from domestic to international buying.
- Deal with overseas suppliers: And need a method to qualify and compare them.
- Review import contracts: And want to understand delivery terms and governing law.
- Negotiate with foreign partners: And find the local approach does not always work.
- International purchasing manager
- Decides what to buy locally, what to import and from which market.
- Strategic sourcing officer
- Finds new suppliers and evaluates them before contracting.
- Import specialist
- Follows shipping terms, documents and arrival of goods.
- Supply contract negotiator
- Drafts commercial terms with parties from different cultures.
Topics and applications
Your training map in detail.
Topic groups from the IPMBOK · Qualifying Offshore Suppliers
Selection criteria; Supplier visits and evaluation
Topic groups from the IPMBOK · Total Landed Cost
Freight, duties and insurance; Comparison with a local option
Topic groups from the IPMBOK · Domestic Law and CISG
Law governing the contract; Resolving cross-border disputes
Topic groups from the IPMBOK · Incoterms
Transfer of risk and cost; Choosing the right term
Topic groups from the IPMBOK · International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation
Differing negotiation styles; Preparing for an international session
Sourcing decision and supplier
When buying abroad pays off, at what level, and how to qualify a supplier you do not see every day. An Asian plant quotes a quarter below the local price.
Cost, terms and law
Calculating landed cost, choosing an Incoterms rule, and how the CISG affects the contract. Goods are damaged at sea: who bears the loss?
International negotiation
Preparing to negotiate with another culture, reading their style, and adapting without giving up your goal. A supplier avoids a direct answer to a price-cut request.
How to organize your study
- Read the topic list: All 38 IPMBOK topics in one sitting.
- Start with the sourcing decision: Domestic versus global buying and its levels.
- Master the calculation: Landed cost across several examples.
- Study terms and law: Incoterms, the CISG and transfer of risk.
- Practise negotiation: Cross-cultural scenarios, justifying each choice.
- Revise against the clock: 80 questions in 180 minutes, focusing on your errors.
Before applying for the credential
Entry condition: An Associate (AA) degree or 3+ years’ experience, plus CIPP or an equivalent. The exam: 80 multiple-choice questions in three hours, proctored. Equivalence and where to apply: What counts as equivalent to CIPP, and how to apply in your country: check with the issuer.
Credential-owner reference ↗Questions about this specialty
What does CIPM training focus on?
The topics cover international procurement strategy, cost and financial analysis, suppliers and negotiation, contracts and disputes, digital procurement, risk and sustainability, with application connecting knowledge to work.
How can I check the level fits me?
Compare your responsibilities with the topics and roles, then discuss your background and international procurement goals with our team.
How should I plan my study?
Set your weekly time and baseline knowledge, prioritize weaker topics and use regular application and spaced revision.
Where do I check credential requirements?
Use the credential-owner reference in this guide. Exam fees and registration are separate from training unless an approved offer explicitly states otherwise.
Training guide
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