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CIPS - MCG Centre Number - 005031578

   

The following process indicates the data that will be required for online application with CIPS. You may, if you wish, complete the form for us to review and advice. Please Do NOT enter your credit card details

 

CIPS - Application form (Online / PDF )

 

 
Filling in the form.
 

We want to help you make a success of your chosen career in purchasing and supply management and have a range of grades and entry methods to suit your personal circumstances, taking into account your level of experience and expertise. In order to do this effectively, there are details we need to know. Supplying the information requested on this form enables us to help you identify the most appropriate route into membership and work with you to keep up to date with the latest thinking and developments in the profession in a way which is most beneficial to you.

Please take a few moments to read through these notes before filling in the form.

UK Applicants [PDF; 159 KB; New window]
Non-UK Applicants
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If you are applying for membership from African countries, please click here [PDF; 115KB; New window] to download advice on payment methods:
 
All applicants should complete all sections of the application form.
 
Online Reference Number Your Online Reference Number is given above. If you need to contact the Institute about your application you must quote the Reference Number in all correspondence. Once your application has been accepted you will be given a CIPS Membership Number.
 
Payment may be made by credit or debit card using the CIPS secure online payment process.
 
The information you provide will be treated in the strictest confidence. The Institute does not sell or pass on any information about its members, either individually or collectively, to other organisations except to authorised agencies for the express purpose of implementing CIPS services. Your answers will help us identify a detailed profile of our members and allow us to develop products and services tailored to your particular needs.
 
Reinstatement If you are rejoining the Institute, perhaps after a career break or job change, you should still complete all sections of the form with your updated details and, if possible, quote your previous membership number and grade.
 
On receipt of your form and payment we will process your application and confirm your entry grade into membership of The Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply. Applicants who are accepted directly into corporate membership (MCIPS) will be asked to pay an additional sum in line with the full Member fee.
 
If you do not intend to qualify as a full Member, but wish to have access to all the benefits and services of the membership, you will join the Institute as an Affiliate. Please ensure that you send the appropriate fee for this grade (see payment form).