UAE Ministry of Finance and CIPS Launch Procurement and Supply Diploma

The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE Ministry of Finance to introduce the CIPS Practitioner Level Diploma in Procurement and Supply 2025. This initiative is aimed at strengthening national expertise, fostering innovation within the government sector, and enhancing the UAE’s global competitiveness.

Empowering Government Procurement Professionals

The newly launched CIPS certification is specifically designed for financial and procurement managers, as well as chief procurement officers within the federal government. It seeks to sharpen their professional and analytical skills, enabling them to implement effective procurement strategies. The program emphasizes financial and environmental sustainability, ensuring that government procurement processes remain efficient and impactful.

“We are delighted to strengthen our collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Finance. This partnership represents a significant step in furthering our long-standing commitment to building capacity and capability within government procurement systems,” said Ben Farrell, CEO of CIPS during the signing meeting.

“In much the same way as we’ve supported the UK government in enhancing their procurement frameworks, we are now leveraging our expertise to support the UAE government’s 2031 vision to achieve a continuously up-to-date and developing agile government model that achieves rapid results, harnesses digital capabilities and acts as a highly efficient and effective platform. In signing this MOU, we are proud to support the Ministry of Finance to achieve its ambitious goals and create a benchmark for excellence in public sector procurement,” he added.

Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance, signed the MoU with Sam Achampong, Regional Director of CIPS, in the presence of senior officials. Commenting on the signing, AlKhoori stated: "The Ministry of Finance is committed to adopting a forward-thinking vision that not only drives excellence in public finance but also promotes sustainable development on a global scale. Our collaboration with CIPS opens up new opportunities to develop national competencies through advanced educational programmes that enhance government performance and competitiveness."

Driving Innovation and Sustainability

According to AlKhoori, the launch of this diploma marks a major milestone in empowering federal government employees. By integrating innovative procurement and sourcing strategies, the program ensures that financial and environmental sustainability remains a top priority in public sector operations.

Achampong added: “The CIPS Practitioner Level Diploma is designed to strengthen the capabilities of government employees by equipping them with effective and sustainable procurement and sourcing strategies, ensuring they stay ahead of global trends and deliver optimal outcomes.”

CIPS: A Trusted Global Partner in Procurement

CIPS has established itself as a leading partner for governments worldwide, offering expert procurement advisory services that drive efficiency, transparency, and value. Its long-standing collaboration with the UK government has enhanced procurement practices, promoted accountability, and ensured optimal use of public funds.

Modernising Procurement in the UAE

Building on its proven global track record, CIPS is now playing a key role in the UAE by partnering with the Ministry of Finance to modernise procurement frameworks. CIPS is equipping government entities with innovative and sustainable procurement strategies through best practice sharing and world-class training. This partnership aligns with the UAE’s vision for economic diversification and operational excellence, reaffirming CIPS’ commitment to driving transformative change on an international scale.