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CIPS L6M9 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | CIPS |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Supply Network Design |
| Exam Number: | L6M9 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | N/A - Professional qualification |
| Real Exam Qty: | 8 to 10 constructed response questions |
| Related Certifications: | CIPS Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Price: | GBP £160 - £200 (varies by region) |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Constructed response (written essay style) |
| Passing Score: | 50% |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Written exam (paper-based or computer-based testing at CIPS approved centres globally) |
| Pre Condition: | CIPS Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications recommended; typically 3+ years procurement/supply chain experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.cips.org/ |
CIPS L6M9 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation and Distribution Strategy | 15-20% | - Distribution network optimisation
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| Demand and Capacity Planning | 20-25% | - Demand forecasting techniques
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| Supply Network Configuration | 25-30% | - Inventory deployment across network
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| Strategic Network Design | 20-25% | - Network design frameworks and models
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| Digital Supply Networks and Technology | 10-15% | - Analytics and simulation tools
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| Sustainability and Risk in Network Design | 10-15% | - Sustainable network design
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L6M9 Preparation: Your Questions Answered
This package includes 86 practice questions for the CIPS Supply Network Design exam. Every answer is verified by an experienced team of experts, so you can trust what you study.
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The CIPS Supply Network Design exam contains 8 to 10 constructed response questions questions, and you will have 120 minutes minutes to complete them. Simulating this exact combination during practice builds both speed and accuracy.
The CIPS Supply Network Design exam requires a score of 50% to pass, and the official registration fee is GBP £160 - £200 (varies by region). Thorough preparation is the most reliable way to protect that investment.
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The CIPS Supply Network Design practice questions are organized around the official exam objectives. Key topics include:
- Sustainability and Risk in Network Design (10-15%)
- Demand and Capacity Planning (20-25%)
- Digital Supply Networks and Technology (10-15%)
Coverage follows the official syllabus, so your practice time always maps to exam content.
CIPS Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications recommended; typically 3+ years procurement/supply chain experience
You can confirm the current eligibility requirements on the official L6M9 exam page before you register.
CIPS Supply Network Design Sample Questions:
Which of the following arecontract pricing arrangementsused to control costs?Select ALL that apply.
- A. Use of price index
- B. Gain-share agreement
- C. Variable price
- D. Open book
- E. Fixed price
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E 🗳️
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Which of the following are examples of investment appraisal techniques? Select ALL that apply.
- A. Payback period
- B. Cash flow impact
- C. Gearing
- D. Return on investment
- E. Liquidity
Correct Answer: A,B,D 🗳️
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Which of the following can be used to pre-assess the consequences of a network member not meeting the control requirements set by the organisation?
- A. Operations strategy
- B. Escalation strategy
- C. KPIs
- D. Corporate strategy
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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Which of the following principles considers the volume of work undertaken by a given resource within an organisation?
- A. Prioritisation
- B. Sequencing
- C. Loading
- D. Process Control
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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Which of the following are Porter's strategies that can help an organisation create competitive advantage in the marketplace?Select ALL that apply
- A. Ensure a large product range
- B. Provide exceptional customer service
- C. Become a specialised provider
- D. Be a low-cost provider
- E. Become an organisation that is meaningfully different from competitors
Correct Answer: C,D,E 🗳️
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