CIPFA PIN Network

For all staff with responsibility for producing or checking specifications and other staff who are involved in the tender process and need to understand the relationship between technical and commercial aspects of specifications.

CPD

1 day short course

Nationwide

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Institute of Public Care

This postgraduate short course is designed to support commissioners to implement the national agenda and develop good commissioning practice within available resources. It explores the links between strategic commissioning, locality commissioning and personalisation. Children's or adults services specific versions are available.

Postgraduate

4 taught days over 6 weeks and 2 written assignments. In-house or regional courses can be arranged.

Nationwide

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Institute of Public Care

This postgraduate short course offers a comprehensive introduction to commissioning and purchasing of substance misuse services. We work closely with The National Treatment Agency to help you explore commissioning good practice.

Postgraduate

4 taught days over 6 weeks and 2 written assignments. In-house or regional courses can be arranged.

Nationwide

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Institute of Public Care

This postgraduate short course aims to help managers and commissioners to develop the tools and skills required to implement performance management effectively within their own service or in provider organisations.

Postgraduate

4 taught days over 6 weeks and 2 written assignments. In-house or regional courses can be arranged.

Nationwide

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Institute of Public Care

This postgraduate short course is designed to help providers of public care from the private, statutory and third sectors to take a proactive role in identifying and creating business opportunities and building constructive relationships with commissioners.

Postgraduate

4 taught days over 6 weeks and 2 written assignments. In-house or regional courses can be arranged.

Nationwide

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Institute of Public Care

This postgraduate short course is designed to help managers reconfigure services and implement service redesign, as well as service providers to be able to respond to the commissioning and procurement environment. It looks at the tools, methods and practical skills needed to lead organisational change projects.

Postgraduate

4 taught days over 6 weeks and 2 written assignments. In-house or regional courses can be arranged.

Nationwide

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Blackburn College

The college offers 4 courses for professional qualifications in purchasing and supply accredited by CIPS at levels 2, 4, 5 and 6, leading to a range of certificates and diplomas. The courses cover procurement issues suitable for a range of different needs and experiences.

Undergraduate

These part time courses range in length according to level from half a day for 4 weeks to half a day over a year.

North West

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Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply

CIPS can provide a range of in-house flexible programmes around purchasing and supply issues such as leading and influencing in purchasing, legal aspects of purchasing, sustainable procurement and measuring purchasing performance.

Undergraduate

In house and flexible.

Nationwide

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CIPFA PIN Network

This course is aimed at staff at all levels who have gained responsibility for supply focused activity with a need to obtain commitment from suppliers in a negotiation situation. Can be specifically tailored to strategic negotiation or social care programme.

CPD

1 day course.

Nationwide

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Liverpool John Moores University

This module explores commissioning and the management of finance in the present NHS structures. It explores the rationing of healthcare and the effectiveness of commissioning to deliver evidence based healthcare. This includes costing, budgeting, appraising different options for securing finances and managing financial aspects.

CPD

7 half days within the university.

North West

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Nottingham University Business School

This course looks at how health service organisations are evolving formally and informally. It examines how which services change, in response to changing health needs and thus commissioning processes; and how organisations can respond through effective service re-design- learning lessons from the past and techniques for increasing success.

CPD

Contact provider.

Yorkshire & Humber

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University of Brighton

This module is for clinical and non-clinical health professionals. It re-appraises their experience in the light of commissioning and market theory. Progress against the skills and competencies required by World Class Commissioners will be assessed and monitored through application sets.

CPD

12 days in 6 x2 day blocks

South East

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University of Brighton

A postgraduate programme for clinicians, managers, and health/social care professionals commissioning health and social care services. Work-based projects, individual skills development and academic theory are combined, with input from both the Brighton Business School and Institute of Postgraduate Medicine.

Postgraduate

2-6 years part time or 1 year full time 

South East

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University of Essex

This postgraduate level course explores the common elements that underpin the commissioning of health and social care services, and aims to equip participants with an understanding of the approaches, tools, and techniques that support this process.

Postgraduate

10 x 2 hour sessions. One 3000 word essay.

South East

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Teesside University

This Postgraduate certificate is designed to develop the knowledge and skills to measure the performance of providers and the impact of commissioning plans and decisions.

Postgraduate

12 study days.

North East

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Teesside University

This new Masters course will look at key policies shaping commissioning and help to critically evaulate the process of commissioning health and social care services in transforming outcomes for communities and service users.

Postgraduate

2 years part time.

North East

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University of Leicester

For those who have responsibility for the commissioning, contracting and procurement of social care, health and housing related services. It aims to develop expertise and knowledge and to explore relevant legislation and its application to current practice; explore and examine various models; and gain a better understanding of their application.

Postgraduate

6 days at 1 day per month. Can also be run on an in-house basis.

East Midlands

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CIPFA PIN Network

This course is aimed at procurement, contract managers and staff from other functions (such as social services, IT and Building Services) who are involved in managing contracts and supplier monitoring on behalf of the organisation.

CPD

This course is aimed at procurement, contract managers and staff from other functions (such as social services, IT and Building Services) who are involved in managing contracts and supplier monitoring on behalf of the organisation.

Nationwide

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University of Sussex

With the move to Integrated Children’s Services it is recognised that practitioners from a range of disciplines need to learn together to develop effectiveness in their new, highly specialised and complex roles to develop advanced skills and comprehensive knowledge, rooted in recent research evidence.

Postgraduate

Up to 5 years with very flexible modules.

South East

University of Chester

A Postgraduate Certificate for practising health and social care professionals who wish to influence patient choice and provide quality care. The programme recognises the increasing importance of leadership roles for both practitioners and commissioners of the future.

Postgraduate

3 years part time offered on a modular basis, 1/3 via e-learning. 3 modules with 20 credits each at level M.

North West

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Manchester Metropolitan University Business School

This programme aims to enhance individual and organisational performance and service delivery in health, social care and associated organisations. It covers performance management; project management; systems design and delivery; and personnel development and team leadership. It is a NHS recognised ‘key management qualification’

Postgraduate

Up to 2 years part time

North West

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University of Birmingham

This MSc is for senior managers, clinicians and policy makers working in or with health care organisations. It provides both theoretical frameworks and practical tools that can be applied to health systems in the UK and overseas. Options include Primary Care, International Health Care, Commissioning, Quality and Service Improvement.

Postgraduate

MSc 1 year full time or 2 years part time. Postgraduate diploma 9 months full time or 21 months part time.

West Midlands

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City University London

3 Masters programmes for a wide range of healthcare professionals to develop their strategic management and planning skills. Strategic Management and Planning the most relevant to commissioning, the other two being Executive Management and Evidence-Based Management.

Postgraduate

1 year full time, 2 years part time. 36 days attendance, in short blocks of 2-4 days.

London

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University of Kent

This module analyses the World Class Commissioning framework, the commissioning cycle and the implications of this for professionals within the NHS. It looks at the eleven competencies and encourage students to develop realistic personal development goals for the future.

CPD

30 days part time approximately.

South East

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University of Hertfordshire

This flexible course provides opportunities for personal and/or organisational professional development in leadership and management in public services. There are modules on commissioning and courses can be combined to gain a recognised postgraduate qualification or CPD credits.

Postgraduate

1 year full time and up to 5 years part time

East of England

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University of Portsmouth

The promotion of world class commissioning aims to transform the way health and care services are commissioned. The courses are for people employed within the various organisations responsible for public health and wellbeing, to ensure that they can strengthen their commissioning capabilities and deliver better outcomes.

Postgraduate

Part time over 3 years

South East

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Thames Valley University

For health and social care professionals involved with national and local strategic service planning, management, commissioning and development, particularly with a user perspective.

Postgraduate

Supported distance learning. 5 modules of 180 level 7 credits for Masters or 60 credits for PG Certificate.

London

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LondonMet Enterprises for London Councils

This specially commissioned practical training programme has been developed for use in London but can also be provided elsewhere on an in-house basis. The core programme consists of 7 one-day modules and is intended for both procurement and non-procurement professionals. It leads to the CIPS Level 2 certificate.

CPD

7 x 1 day modules.

Nationwide

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University of Bolton

This module is for managers and care professionals who are engaged in the commissioning process, as a provider or a commissioner. It addresses how the management of systems, standards and risk can support the implementation of strategic change. It is closely linked to the Strategy, Marketing and Commissioning module.

CPD

1 day per fortnight over 14 weeks.

North West

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University of Birmingham and the Institute of Local Government Studies

This MSc is intended for practitioners and managers involved in the management and development of partnerships within health and social care agencies. Key challenges to improve outcomes for service users include separate legislative frameworks, organisational imperatives, funding streams and different professional cultures.

Postgraduate

1 year full time or 2/3 years part time

West Midlands

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Teesside University

Local service provision is looked at in relation to the commissioning cycle with the analysis of the key elements related to the commissioning process. Generally accessed through other Masters programmes within the University.

CPD

2 hours per week for 15 weeks

North East

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National Procurement Strategy Project

On-line procurement training. A number of courses including understanding public procurement; legislation; contract management You need to register to access modules.

CPD

Fewer than 3 days

Nationwide

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University of Bolton

This course presents an overview of the procurement process and inventory management. It helps to develop strategies for procuring goods at the lowest possible cost, in a shortened cycle time and of the best quality. It is of particular interest to those who wish to improve procurement performance within their organisation.

CPD

Part time 1 semester including 2 full days and 3 months distance learning.

North West

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University of Bath

School of Management course supported by the Improvement and Development Agency (IDeA). It is designed to help participants engage with, and create practical responses to the challenges and diversity of third sector procurement and commissioning.

Postgraduate

4 days including three-day, interactive, taught module and a one-day workshop to reflect on lessons.

South West

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University of Liverpool

Masters programme for practising public managers to explore the consequences of change for the role, purpose and nature of governance, public policy, leadership and management. Modules on Governance and Partnership; Contracting and Commissioning; Person-centred services; E-government; Innovation; Sustainability; and Risk Management.

Postgraduate

1 year full time, 2 years par time. Also PG Diploma and Certificate. Action learning sets and action research with live projects.

North West

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University of Hull

This programme aims to meet the needs of the wider public health workforce and practitioners as well as to meet identified local national and international demand for advanced Public Health studies. All modules are at level 7 and include a module on Understanding Commissioning and Influencing Policy.

Postgradute

1 year full time, 3 years part time.

Yorkshire & Humber

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University of Warwick and Institute of Gorvernance and Public Management

This course is designed both to enhance your leadership and management skills and also to cultivate the specialised knowledge and capabilities necessary for effective commissioning.

Postgraduate

Series of 3 day residential programmes.

West Midlands

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University of Birmingham and the Institute of Local Government Studies

This MSc develops an understanding of the politics, principles, evidence and skills associated with public service commissioning and how these interact across organisational boundaries. It is designed for senior managers and policy-makers working in or with public commissioning organisations.

Postgraduate

MSc/Diploma:

Full time: 1 year. Part time: 2 years.

PG Diploma/Graduate Diploma/Certificate:

Full time: 9 months. Part time: 21 months.

West Midlands

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City College, Coventry

The college offers 3 courses for professional qualifications in purchasing and supply accredited by CIPS at levels 4, 5 and 6, leading to a range diplomas. The courses cover procurement issues suitable for a range of different needs and experiences.

Undergraduate

These part time courses in vary in length and time commitment from day release to evening sessions.

West Midlands

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City of Bath College

The college offers 3 courses for professional qualifications in purchasing and supply accredited by CIPS at levels 4, 5 and 6, leading to a range diplomas. The courses cover procurement issues suitable for a range of different needs and experiences.

Undergraduate

These part time courses vary in length and time commitment from day release to evening sessions.

South West

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St Helen's College

The college offers 4 courses for professional qualifications in purchasing and supply accredited by CIPS at levels 3, 4, 5 and 6, leading to a range of certificates and diplomas. The courses cover procurement issues suitable for a range of different needs and experiences.

Undergraduate

These part time courses vary in length and time commitment from day release to evening sessions.

North West

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Stockport College

The college offers 3 courses for professional qualifications in purchasing and supply accredited by CIPS at levels 4, 5 and 6, leading to a range diplomas. The courses cover procurement issues suitable for a range of different needs and experiences.

Undergraduate

These part time courses vary in length and time commitment from day release to evening sessions.

North West

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Central Sussex College

This professional qualification at level 5 in purchasing and supply is accredited by CIPS. It is suitable for those working in Purchasing and Supply in the Manufacturing, Service and Public Sectors working as higher grade technicians, professionals or managers.

Undergraduate

Part time over 32 weeks.

South East

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University of Birmingham and the Institute of Local Government Studies

This 5 day programme is to enhance skills in commissioning and contacting particularly around intelligent procurement and market management. It brings together developments in theory, policy and practice and can provide a pathway to a higher degree for those who wish to take it.

CPD

Part time over 32 weeks. 5 day programme. Can be accredited by University of Birmingham

West Midlands

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National School of Government

More than just procurement, strategic commissioning looks at how the different parts of a system work together and requires a keen eye for value rather than the cheapest option, an openness to innovation, and a clear focus on public service delivery. Courses are developed according to need.

CPD

Workshops and taught sessions.

Nationwide

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University of Birmingham and the Institute of Local Government Studies

This postgraduate module is for all those engaged in strategic commissioning irrespective of background or level of expertise. It explores commissioner-provider relationships, how strategic commissioning is driving change and critically evaluates impact and performance within a strategic commissioning environment.

Postgraduate

5 day course over 2 sessions.Run several times per year. This programme is also available on an in-organisation basis for larger Authorities or Partnerships:

West Midlands

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Edge Hill University

Programme has been developed in response to local and national drivers that require health and social care services to be anticipatory, focused on patient and public choice and control, locally led and clinically driven. Service redesign and leadership are key priorities.

Postgraduate

1 year full time or 2 years' part time. Full range of teaching methods.

North West

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Anglia Ruskin University

One of Allied Health CPD modules. Aimed at those carrying out population needs assessments and setting local priorities and commissioning in health, local government and the third sector services. It will introduce the principles and methods of partnership working, leadership and change management.

CPD

Flexible, blended learning, including 8000 word portfolio.

East of England

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CP Training Consortium, London

This course equips senior and experienced procurement staff with the ability to identify practical ways to add value to the business and the skills to develop sound procurement strategies and tactical alternatives.

CPD

5 day course.

London

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University of Bolton

This module is for managers and care professionals engaged in the commissioning process, as a provider or a commissioner. It addresses the strategic processes behind configuring and formulating a strategic business plan for services. Closely linked to the Managing and Commissioning for Performance module.

CPD 

1 day per fortnight over 14 weeks.

North West

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Tendering for Care

A number of courses for 3rd sector providers and commissioning and purchasing officers covering all aspects of tendering, including as a consortium.

Undergraduate

Workshop and taught sessions

Nationwide

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CIPFA PIN Network

This course is primarily aimed at new procurement officers and more experienced staff who would like to refresh their skills.

CPD

1 day course

Nationwide

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University of Central Lancashire

Participants are provided with an in-depth introduction to commissioning with and from third sector organisations. It looks at the strengths and weaknesses of the third sector and how developments can be encouraged and sustained.

Postgraduate

30 hours total in a series of workshops supported by online materials.

North West

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University of Hull

This module critically appraises the knowledge and skills necessary for engagement with the commissioning process and influencing policy. Participants will be encouraged to reflect upon their current knowledge and skills and the role of commissioning and policy development in advanced practice.

CPD

Workshops and taught sessions

Yorkshire & Humber

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Edge Hill University