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All the tools to help you successfully prepare for certification.
NIGP and Sourcewell are dedicated to lifelong learning and professional development for every member.
Start your job search in the field of Public Procurement.
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Each year, NIGP recognizes members who have achieved hallmark status in the eyes of their peers.
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Included with the Module A prep course are items designed to help you prepare for the NIGP-CPP certification exam, including:
This course reviews the same competencies that are evaluated in the NIGP-CPP certification exam by providing activities and discussions to help you apply what you have learned to real-world scenarios. However, this course alone cannot fully prepare you for each competency and situation that is covered in the comprehensive exam, as the exam takes into account the entirety of your education and practical experience. Individuals should enroll in this prep course at least six months prior to their scheduled test date to provide sufficient time for independent review and study. Please note that participation in this course does not guarantee success on the NIGP-CPP certification exam.
The NIGP-CPP Module A Prep Course reviews the following competency statements:
In-Person & Virtual Instructor-Led
Blended (On-Demand + Virtual Instructor-Led)
(To schedule, contact events@nigp.org)
On-Demand
In-Person & Virtual Instructor-Led - 8
Blended (On-Demand + Virtual Instructor-Led) - 15
On-Demand - 7.5
In-Person & Virtual Instructor-Led - 0.8
Blended (On-Demand + Virtual Instructor-Led) - 1.5
On-Demand - 0.8
Advanced
Designed for public procurement professionals who have at least five years’ experience.
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The NIGP-CPP prep course is targeted to individuals who are preparing to sit for the NIGP-CPP Certification Exam and meet or exceed the following professional demographics:
Mid-level public procurement and central warehouse professionals who serve as senior buyers, managers, directors, or equivalent functions within their respective entities.
Non-procurement managers and supervisors who either provide procurement functions that support entity programs under delegated authority, or who already have a good understanding of basic procurement principles but wish to get more in-depth, hands-on training.
Professionals who are employed by local governing entities and special authorities (such as K-12 and higher education, publicly owned utilities, transportation providers, and other publicly funded or created entities) who either serve within or manage the procurement function.
Supplier managers and supervisors seeking to understand the public procurement function from a more in-depth holistic level, including the policies, standards, and procedures by which public entities must function.
This course is designed as an exercise-based learning experience and is tied to NIGP’s Public Procurement Competency Framework. Upon completion of the course requirements, learners will have demonstrated the successful foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities in alignment with the NIGP Public Procurement Competency Framework.
Designed for public procurement professionals who have at least five years’ experience.
Virtual Instructor-Led - 1 Day
Blended (On-Demand + Virtual Instructor-Led)- 2 Weeks
On-Demand - On your own time
For those that want an experience similar to the in-person classroom, but without the travel. Similar to NIGP’s In-Person courses, a set learning schedule is provided - anywhere from a ½ day to 3-days. Participants engage in a live class with the instructor and peers using Zoom and cameras to provide a very personal and interactive learning environment.
This format offers flexibility for those with busy work schedules, but still want access to instructors and peer interaction. These courses follow a set learning schedule (usually 2-4 weeks) where content is primarily taken On Demand. To provide for live instructor and peer interactions, participants are required to attend several short Online Live Learning Events (OLLE). The course may also make use of online discussion forums and assignments to further the learning experience.
For those individuals who want an immersive and interactive experience that takes place at an onsite location with an instructor and peers. These courses follow a set learning schedule - anywhere from a ½ day to 3-days.
For those that want to learn entirely on their own. These courses are 100% self-paced and are accessible 24/7. Best of all, Pathways content comes with lifetime access and no pre-set due dates. So, take as little or as long as you need to complete your work. Some non-Pathway courses have a 90-day expiration.
In order to successfully complete the NIGP Competency Module, learners must:
In order to successfully complete this course, learners must:
On-demand training is for professionals who prefer to develop the skills they need on their time and at their pace. Learners can start, stop and rewind the lessons at your convenience.
Please Note: This On-Demand certificate is an abbreviated learning experience that emphasizes individual learning. As such, the contact hours have been adjusted based on average user experience. In addition, pre-work is not a requirement as these materials have been built into the self-paced learning experience.
The NIGP-CPP Module A Prep Course focuses on the following key areas:
Participation in NIGP’s Module A and Module B Prep Courses will help you prepare to sit for the NIGP-CPP Comprehensive Exam for your NIGP-CPP Certification. These Prep Courses focus your study on the 43 competency statements within seven areas of focus within the Public Procurement Framework.
These Prep Courses cannot overcome lack of experience and will not guarantee a pass rate on the final exam. These Prep Courses will help you understand your areas of content strengths and weaknesses, assist in guiding study activity, and provide self-directed study questions and information.