Newcomers in procurement and internal stakeholders, who want to better understand the procurement function. Equally suitable for a sales force looking to improve its effectiveness by understanding its clients’ practices in this domain.
Distance Learning: Digital learning platform, e-modules for preparatory self-study, and online group classes facilitated by an EIPM Professor.
4 sessions taught in English or French:
Winter: 12 January to 09 March 2026
Spring: 23 March to 18 May 2026
Summer: 11 May to 6 July
Autumn: 28 September to 23 November 2026
We recommend that you register at least 2 weeks
before the first session of the course.
For late registrations, please contact EIPM by email at
info@eipm.org or by telephone on +33 (0) 4 50 31 56 78.
The aim of the certification “Fundamentals of Procurement” is to explore the essentiel basis by understanding the processes, tools, and practices. Participants will be able to implement best practices and build a procurement strategy.
As the certification prepares participants to take charge of a portfolio, the training will mainly focus on understanding the role of a buyer through eight chapters:
