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IFPSM Global Standard (GS)

International recognition for Academic Excellence in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.

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What is the IFPSM Global Standard?

The IFPSM Global Standard (GS) is an internationally aligned assessment framework designed for higher education and degree-equivalent procurement and supply chain management programmes.

The framework evaluates both institutional capability and programme quality, including governance, curriculum structure, learning outcomes, assessment integrity, professional relevance, and alignment with global procurement and supply chain management practices.

The IFPSM Global Standard defines the knowledge, competencies, and professional capabilities expected from world-class procurement and supply chain management education programmes.
Benefits of the IFPSM Global Standard

Why apply?

International recognition

Demonstrate that your programme aligns with internationally recognized standards for procurement and supply chain management education.

Official IFPSM Recognition

Receive formal recognition from IFPSM confirming that the programme meets the requirements of the IFPSM Global Standard.

Enhanced Institutional Credibility

Strengthen the reputation of your institution through alignment with globally recognized academic and professional standards.

Global Visibility

Gain international visibility through inclusion on the IFPSM website as a recognized programme provider.

Professional Relevance

Provide employers and industry stakeholders with confidence that graduates have developed the competencies and knowledge expected by the profession.

Student Assurance

Demonstrate to current and prospective students that the programme reflects internationally aligned professional standards and industry expectations.

Who can apply?

Universities & • Business Schools

Colleges and Higher Education Institutions

Professional Associations offering advanced academic programmes

Executive Education Providers

Reasons

What the IFPSM Global Standard covers

Pre-contract

Contracting & legal

Relationships

Professionalism, ethics & CSR

Sourcing

Supplier management

Technology

Strategy

Accreditation & Assessment process

The IFPSM Global Standard assessment process is designed to ensure transparency, consistency, academic quality, and alignment with internationally recognized professional expectations.

Step 1 - Application Submission

The institution submits the application form together with the required supporting documentation.

Step 2 - Part A – Institutional Eligibility Review

An initial assessment is conducted to evaluate institutional governance, academic quality assurance, assessment integrity, and organizational eligibility for participation in the Global Standard framework.

Step 3 - Part B – Programme Assessment

The academic programme is evaluated against the IFPSM Global Standard framework, including curriculum structure, learning outcomes, competencies, assessment methodologies, and professional relevance.

Final Review & Decision

The final assessment outcome is reviewed and approved by the IFPSM Global Standard Board.

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Who has the IFPSM Standard?

Beijing Wuzi University (BWU)
China
China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing (CFLP)
China
Dutch Association for Purchasing Management (NEVI)
Netherlands
European Institute of Purchasing Management (EIPM)
France
Hubei University of Automotive Technology (HUAT)
China
Indian Institute of Materials Management (IIMM)
India
Institute of Supply and Materials Management (ISMM)
Sri Lanka
Jiangsu University of Science and Technology
China
Kenya Institute of Supplies Examination Board (KISEB)
Kenya
Nanjing-university-logo-1 Nanjing Xiaozhuang University
China
Swiss Association for Procurement and Supply Management (PROCURE.CH)
Switzerland
University of twente
Netherlands
Association Belge des Cadres d’Achat et de Logistique (ABCAL)
Belgium
Association of Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Turkey
Association of Purchasing Professionals and Managers
Turkey
Business Management Training Group Ltd (BMTG)
UK
logo corporate grande-negro Corporate Resourse Management SC
Mexico
Enterpot Training Institute LLC
Arab Emirates
Finnish Association of Purchasing and Logistics (LOGY)
Finland
Global Integrator of Logistics | Maersk
Denmark
logo_uz Graduate School of Business and
Entrepreneurship Uzbekistan (GSBE)
Uzbekistan
Hellenic Purchasing Institute (HPI)
Greece
International Management Consultancy (IMC)
Arab Emirates
Israeli Purchasing and Logistics Managers Association (IPLMA)
Israel
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USA
Positive Purchasing
UK
Procurement Tactics (PT)
Netherland
Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Association of Thailand (PSCMT)
Thailand
The institute of purchasing & supply of Hong Kong (IPSHK)
Hong Kong
WingsWay Training Institute LLC
Arab Emirates

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Apply for IFPSM Global Standard Accreditation

Institutions and providers interested in GS accreditation are invited to begin the application process by downloading the application form and submitting the required supporting documentation.

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Applicants

Download the Application Form
Access the GS application form and accreditation requirements documentation.
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Submit Your Application
Send the signed and completed application form, together with all supporting documents, in PDF format to: info@ifpsm.com.
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Re-apply for accreditation

download the RE-Accreditation Form
Access the re-accreditation guidance and updated submission requirements.
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Submit Updated Documentation
Submit signed updated programme information and evidence of improvements or changes implemented since the previous accreditation review in PDF format. Send it to info@ifpsm.com
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