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CIPS level 2
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What the L2M5 syllabus covers
The official L2M5 syllabus has 3 learning outcomes. Every Gradezup L2M5 paper is written to these outcomes and their assessment criteria.
1.0 Know the key elements of effective inventory control
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1.1
Identify the classifications of different types of inventory
Key topics (5)
- Opening stock, work in progress, safety stock and finished goods
- Obsolescent and redundant stock
- Direct and indirect supplies
- ABC classifications of stock that may apply
- Dependent demand and independent demand items of stock
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1.2
Identify the direct and indirect costs of holding inventory
Key topics (2)
- Direct and indirect costs that are associated with holding inventories
- Options to reduce costs whilst mitigating any negative impact on service levels
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1.3
Identify techniques associated with inventory control
Key topics (7)
- Re-order quantities
- Re-order levels
- MRP and MRPII
- ERP
- Just in Time
- Bar coding
- Subjective and objective forecasting
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1.4
Identify the key aspects associated with the handling, packaging and storage of supplies
Key topics (1)
- The use of materials handling equipment and palletisation and unit loads, packing and packaging and the use of automation in warehousing
2.0 Understand the principles and processes associated with effective logistics control
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2.1
Identify the key principles of stores and warehousing facilities
Key topics (3)
- The effective and efficient flows of inventory
- Reduction of life-cycle costs
- Space optimisation
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2.2
Identify the strengths and weaknesses associated with modes of freight transportation
Key topics (5)
- Road
- Rail
- Air
- Sea
- Pipeline
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2.3
Identify types of Incoterms in international logistics.
Key topics (2)
- E, F, C and D terms
- Incoterms rules and incorporation into the sales contract
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2.4
Identify legislative regulations that affect international sourcing
Key topics (1)
- How to ensure compliance with legislation and regulations for supplies from international sources
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2.5
Describe the documentation that is used in transportation of supplies
Key topics (4)
- The single administrative document
- Packing list, waybill, consignment notes, bill of lading
- Certificate of origin
- Letters of credit or other financial documentation
3.0 Know how effective expediting can be achieved in procurement and supply
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3.1
Explain the assessment of costs of inventory and the cost of stock outs
Key topics (4)
- Monitor levels of inventories and take actions to mitigate over supply and minimise the risk of stock outs
- The use of forecasting to achieve timely delivery of supplies
- Track deliveries and documentation
- The use of forecasting, difficulties and techniques
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3.2
Explain the planning process associated with expediting delivery
Key topics (2)
- Use of problem solving techniques
- Planning milestones and activities
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3.3
Explain the significance of payment to suppliers and cash flow
Key topics (1)
- Track any deviations from planned payments and take remedial actions to mitigate disruptions that may be created through difficulties with cash flow
From the official CIPS L2M5 syllabus.
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Frequently asked questions
What is CIPS L2M5?
CIPS L2M5 Inventory, Logistics and Expediting is a core module of the CIPS Level 2 Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations, worth 3 credits. It is assessed by a 1-hour objective-response (multiple-choice) exam. It teaches you to identify the key role that inventory has to play and define the principles and processes associated with effective logistics control, explaining how effective expediting can be achieved in procurement and supply.
Is L2M5 a core or elective module?
L2M5 is a core module of the CIPS Level 2 Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations, worth 3 credits.
What type of exam is L2M5?
L2M5 is assessed by a 1-hour objective-response exam made up of multiple-choice questions.
What is the L2M5 pass mark?
You need 70% to pass an objective-response exam.
How many L2M5 practice papers are there?
Gradezup has 15 timed L2M5 practice papers with 375+ questions, written to the official syllabus, each marked the moment you submit with an explanation for every answer. At least one paper is free to try, no payment needed.
Are these the official CIPS L2M5 past papers?
No. CIPS does not publish its live exam papers. Gradezup papers are original exam-style practice papers written to the official L2M5 syllabus and modelled on the style and difficulty of the real exam.
What do I get when I enrol?
15 timed practice papers, 375+ exam-standard questions in total, each one auto-marked the moment you submit, with a worked answer and the reasoning behind every option. Your scores are tracked across attempts so you can see what is improving.
Do I have to work through the papers in order?
No. Every paper in CIPS L2M5 Inventory, Logistics and Expediting unlocks as soon as you enrol, so you can start wherever you are weakest and retake any paper as often as you like.
How long do I have access?
Access does not expire. Once you enrol the course stays on your account, including any papers added to it later.
Can I pause a paper and finish it later?
Yes. Any paper can be paused mid-attempt and resumed from the same question, which makes short practice sessions workable.
What device do I need?
Any device with a browser — desktop, tablet or phone. There is nothing to install and nothing to download.
How close are these to the real CIPS level 2 exam?
Every paper is written against the current CIPS level 2 syllabus and mirrors the structure, question style and difficulty of the real exam, so practising here rehearses the exam itself rather than the topic in the abstract.
What is peer review?
Written answers cannot be auto-marked, so this course lets you submit yours for review by other learners working the same papers — and review theirs. Marking someone else against the rubric is usually the fastest way to see what an examiner is looking for.
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