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| Certification Vendor: | CIPS |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Strategic Programme Leadership |
| Exam Number: | L6M5 |
| Related Certifications: | CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Format: | Computer-based assessment, Objective test / multiple-choice questions |
| Recommended Training: | CIPS Official Learning Resources |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Exam Booking CIPS Official Exam Registration |
| Sample Questions: | CIPS L6M5 Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based exam delivered via authorised test centres or online proctoring (where available) |
| Pre Condition: | Completion of CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma or equivalent experience recommended |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.cips.org |
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Topic 1: Leadership in Programme Delivery | - Team coordination and cross-functional collaboration - Leadership styles and influencing stakeholders |
| Topic 2: Risk, Performance and Benefits Management | - Measuring programme performance and benefits realisation - Programme risk identification and mitigation |
| Topic 3: Strategic Programme Management | - Defining programme scope and objectives - Programme governance and alignment with organisational strategy |
| Topic 4: Stakeholder and Change Management | - Managing organisational change in programmes - Stakeholder engagement strategies |
The L6M5 exam, officially titled Strategic Programme Leadership, is the qualifying exam for the CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply certification, which sits at the Professional level. Earning it shows employers that you have the skills the credential stands for, and it is a solid step forward on a CIPS career path. It also connects to CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply, so the effort you put in now keeps paying off as you advance.
According to the official requirements: Completion of CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma or equivalent experience recommended. Eligibility rules do change from time to time, so confirm the current details on the official exam page before you register.
Registration for the L6M5 exam is handled through the official channels below:
The exam is delivered in the following format: Computer-based exam delivered via authorised test centres or online proctoring (where available). Pick a date that leaves room for at least one full timed practice test beforehand.
CIPS recommends the following official training options for candidates preparing for CIPS Strategic Programme Leadership:
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The current CIPS Strategic Programme Leadership syllabus is organized into 4 exam domains. The first three are:
For the full domain and subtopic breakdown, see the Exam Topics section above — that is the outline your TestSimulate practice questions are mapped to.
Question 1
Casper is conducting a Variance Analysis of the company's budget. What is its main purpose?
Answer Options:
A. To identify where cost savings can be made
B. To identify which departments have overspent
C. To analyze whether costs are fixed or variable
D. To minimize inefficiencies
Question 2
"Persuasion should be a last resort in cultural change." Is this statement true?
Answer Options:
A. Yes - persuasion should be linked to an implicit or perceived threat
B. Yes - persuasion should only be used after coercion has failed
C. No - persuasion is not useful in large cultural shifts
D. No - persuasion should be planned before implementing change
Question 3
Petra is setting up a contract for a new construction project that must be robust with little flexibility. The contract stipulates that the client will bear the risk of unforeseen negative circumstances. Which type of contract is most suitable?
A. NEC
B. JCT
C. FIDIC
D. IMechE
Question 4
Mustard Ltd contracted Red Ltd for IT services, requiring 98% internet connectivity.
Red Ltd has only achieved 90% connectivity despite multiple meetings.
Mustard Ltd now seeks to terminate the contract.
Q: Can Mustard Ltd terminate the contract?
Answer Options:
A. No - Red Ltd should be given more time to fix the issue
B. Yes - since previous meetings have failed to resolve the issue, termination is justified
C. Yes - connectivity was written into the contract, and Red Ltd is failing to deliver
D. No - the contract would not allow for termination
Question 5
Manchester City Council is planning to construct a new hospital using an EPC style of contract. Which two of the following are the greatest risks to the Council?
A. setting an accurate budget before the contract is signed
B. ensuring the specification is correct
C. accurately communicating the requirements to the contractor
D. ensuring the contractor limits the use of subcontractors
E. including a time-is-of-the-essence clause within the contract
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: D | Question 2 Answer: D | Question 3 Answer: C | Question 4 Answer: D | Question 5 Answer: B,C |
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