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CIPS A10 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Measuring Performance in Purchasing and Supply |
| Exam Number: | A10 |
| Exam Price: | Varies by region (approx. £100–£150 per exam attempt) |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Related Certifications: | CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Computer-based exam, Multiple choice questions |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Lifetime (CIPS qualifications do not typically expire once achieved) |
| Passing Score: | Typically 70% |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60 |
| Recommended Training: | CIPS Official Learning Resources |
| Exam Registration: | CIPS Official Qualifications Page Pearson VUE CIPS Exams |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based exam delivered via Pearson VUE test centres or online proctored options (where available) |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended prior completion of CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate or equivalent procurement knowledge |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.cips.org/qualifications/ |
CIPS A10 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
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| Supplier Performance Management | - Supplier evaluation techniques
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| Key Performance Indicators and Metrics | - Types of KPIs
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| Introduction to Performance Measurement in Procurement | - Purpose of performance measurement
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| Continuous Improvement and Benchmarking | - Improving procurement performance
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Common Questions About the CIPS A10 Exam
The A10 exam, officially known as CIPS Measuring Performance in Purchasing and Supply, is the CIPS test that leads to the CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply certification at the Professional level. Passing it validates the skills employers expect from a certified professional. It is also associated with related credentials such as CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply, CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply.
The A10 exam contains 60 questions, and you have 120 minutes to complete them. Work out your per-question pace before test day, and flag slow items instead of stalling on them — time pressure, not knowledge, sinks many first attempts. Timed mock exams in the Actual4Exams test engines are the most reliable way to build that rhythm.
The passing score for the A10 exam is Typically 70%, and the official registration fee is Varies by region (approx. £100–£150 per exam attempt). If you miss the mark, a retake means paying the full fee again, so book your seat only when you are ready. A practical benchmark: score consistently above the passing line on timed practice tests before scheduling the real exam.
Recommended prior completion of CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate or equivalent procurement knowledge
Entry requirements can change, so confirm the latest conditions on the official exam page: https://www.cips.org/qualifications/.
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The official CIPS Measuring Performance in Purchasing and Supply outline is organized into 4 domains. The first three are:
- Continuous Improvement and Benchmarking
- Supplier Performance Management
- Key Performance Indicators and Metrics
See the complete exam topics section above for the full outline and the weighting of every domain.
CIPS Measuring Performance in Purchasing and Supply Sample Questions:
Question 1
At which of the following locations is a performance review meeting with a supplier best held?
A. At neutral offices to prevent conflict
B. At the purchasing organisation's offices
C. At the supplier organisation's offices
D. At a location where the best outcome can be obtained
Question 2
Which of the following categories of performance measures would be the best to measure and monitor 'contribution to profitability'?
A. Special indicators
B. Sales indicators
C. Staffing indicators
D. Savings indicators.
Question 3
Which of the following would be the expected outcome of entering into a consignment stock agreement with a supplier?
A. A reduction in the purchaser's payment terms
B. An improvement in the debtor portfolio of the buying company
C. A reduction in stock value reported in the financial accounts system
D. A reduction to the capital base of the supplier
Question 4
Which of the following is used to measure and monitor the contribution of the purchasing function to the profitability of the organisation?
A. Invention indicators
B. Induction indicators
C. Service to customer indicators
D. Service to production indicators
Question 5
Which of the following would express a typical performance indicator for slow moving stock?
A. As a percentage of total work in progress
B. As a percentage of total stock
C. As a percentage of obsolete stock.
D. As a percentage of total active stock
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: B | Question 2 Answer: D | Question 3 Answer: D | Question 4 Answer: D | Question 5 Answer: B |
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