Leveraging Learnings from Diverse Supplier Relationships: Interview with Joseph DeGrazia
Ampol’s Head of Contracts and Procurement Joseph DeGrazia joins AcademyGlobal’s Paul Vorbach to discuss transforming supplier diversity from a compliance task into a strategic advantage. Discover how applying commercial rigor to diverse supplier relationships drives operational excellence and builds genuine
What is Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)?
Supplier relationship management (SRM) is the practice of segmenting suppliers by value and risk, then matching governance to each segment. This guide covers how SRM differs from contract and category management, what segmentation looks like in practice, and how it
Is CIPS Worth It for Your Procurement Career?
Is CIPS worth it? For most Australian procurement professionals, yes: MCIPS holders earn around 28% more and a third of ANZ employers screen for the qualification. This guide weighs the salary data, employer demand, portability and cost so you can
What Are the CIPS Levels and Which One Do You Need?
The CIPS levels run from the Level 2 Certificate to the Level 6 Professional Diploma, forming one connected pathway to MCIPS. This guide explains what each level covers, who it suits, and how to pick the right entry point for
How Do You Choose a CIPS Study Centre in Australia?
Choosing a CIPS study centre in Australia starts with confirming CIPS approval, then comparing delivery format, tutor quality, pass support and cost. The strongest quality signal is CIPS Centre of Excellence status — and AcademyGlobal is the only one in Australia and New Zealand.
What Qualifications Do You Need for Government Procurement?
There is no single mandatory qualification for government procurement in Australia, but recognised credentials strongly improve your prospects. This guide compares the Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting with the globally recognised CIPS pathway, and explains
What Is Contract Management? An Australian Guide
Contract management is the structured oversight of agreements from signing to closure. Learn what it covers and how Australian professionals build it.
UQ Skills (RTO #1511) PSP60616 Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting
Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting - PSP60616 (PCP Level 4). Learn about fees, and booking details.
UQ Skills (RTO #1511) PSP50616 Diploma of Procurement and Contracting
Diploma of Procurement and Contracting - PSP50616: Join this Diploma to gain essential procurement skills through flexible learning and expert workshops.
CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply
The CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma is the final qualification before MCIPS Chartered status. Covers strategic leadership, global supply chain management, and commercial strategy. Delivered through virtual workshops by AcademyGlobal, Australia's only CIPS Approved Study Centre.