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***Coming in September*** This is a foundational course for Procurement and Logistics staff to develop their understanding of how change and project management delivers value in the NHS. It focuses on what change and projects are in the NHS, principles of good change and project management and what a learners role may be in delivering projects. Learners will be introduced to a range of tools to support the stages of the project lifecycle.

This course is for Procurement and Logistics staff to build confidence in working with commercial datasets and using Excel to analyse them. This course covers how to find, structure and interpret data, apply basic analysis techniques, and turn insights into clear messages. Designed to build confidence in simple data analysis, it focuses on practical Excel skills to support better commercial decisions across the Procurement and contract lifecycle.

Coming in September 2026, this course is for Logistics, Procurement and Data staff who are developing into influential leaders. It focuses on applying leadership styles and learners understanding their own strengths as a leader, influencing upwards, and developing team capability. Learners will build skills in delegation, stakeholder management, and creating psychologically safe environments to support high-performing teams.

***Coming in September*** This course is for Procurement and Logistics leaders who want to develop their ability to drive commercial value in complex NHS environments. It focuses on applying judgement to prioritise high-value work across BAU and programmes, making clear trade-offs aligned to strategic priorities. Learners will strengthen their ability to use proportionate governance, manage competing demands, and secure stakeholder buy-in to deliver effective, value-focused outcomes.

Coming in September 2026; This course is for operational data staff to develop their ability to work across complex Commercial data environments. It focuses on understanding data ecosystems, integration techniques and system interoperability. Learners will build skills in connecting and preparing data through secure, efficient pipelines, ensuring data is accessible, reliable and handled in line with security requirements to support effective analysis.

This course is for Data managers developing their ability to lead the use of data to deliver commercial value. It focuses on leading data workstreams across projects and business as usual. Learners will build skills in guiding teams, framing analytical questions, managing risk, and supporting stakeholders to use data confidently to deliver measurable value.

***Coming in September*** This course supports Logistics and supply chain teams build a practical understanding of how effective inventory planning supports efficient, safe, and sustainable NHS Logistics operations. Participants will explore how stock control, usage data, and replenishment planning help reduce waste, avoid stockouts, and improve service continuity.

This course is for Logistics staff who are new to, or want a practical introduction to, quality and efficiency concepts. It covers the fundamentals of continuous improvement, based on international best practice principles including Lean Six Sigma, and how to apply simple techniques in the day-to-day. Learners will build skills in working collaboratively to identify issues, improve processes, and support safer, more efficient delivery across the supply chain.

***Coming in September*** This is a foundational course for Data staff to develop their understanding of how data supports commercial value. It focuses on using data to inform decisions, build the case for change, and support project delivery. Learners will build skills in linking data to outcomes, using metrics and calculating return on investment (ROI), and communicating insights to support improvement in both projects and day-to-day operations.

***Coming in September*** This course supports operational Logistics staff develop their ability to apply change and project management in day-to-day operations. It focuses on using structured approaches to deliver value, manage risk, and support projects within logistics. Learners will build skills in applying tools, engaging stakeholders, and leading change to improve efficiency, safety, and support patient outcomes.

This course is for operational Logistics staff developing their ability to improve quality and efficiency in operations. It focuses on applying best practice techniques to identify improvement opportunities, build evidence for change, and support delivery of efficiency and savings. Learners will strengthen their skills in analysing processes, working with others to implement improvements, and driving better operational outcomes.

This course prepares Logistics Managers to oversee complex supply chain operations under pressure. Learners develop advanced skills in planning, technology use, contingency management and operational decision-making to protect patient-critical supply, balance cost and capacity, and maintain safe, resilient NHS Logistics services

Coming in September 2026; This course is for Logistics professionals to develop their ability to translate strategy into operational action. It focuses on aligning team activity to strategic organisational and NHS priorities, while balancing risk, cost and outcomes. Learners will build skills in delegation, escalation and prioritisation, enabling them to lead effectively and deliver value across Logistics operations.

This course is for senior Logistics leaders developing their ability to lead supply chain transparency in complex environments. It focuses on managing risk, evidence and visibility across the Logistics lifecycle, particularly in constrained or high-pressure situations. Learners will build judgement, leadership behaviours and practical approaches to support defensible decision-making under clinical, executive and regulatory scrutiny.

This course is for Procurement staff who are new to, or want a practical refresher on, contract management. It will explain what contracts are, why they matter, and their critical role within the NHS. You will also develop skills required to work successfully with suppliers, combining technical knowledge with behavioural capability.

This course builds from the contract and supplier manager foundational training and supports operational Procurement staff grow their skills in managing contracts and suppliers effectively. This includes learning how to monitor performance, manage risk, address underperformance, and handle common commercial challenges. It will enable learners to develop stronger, outcome-focused supplier relationships and apply practical tools to improve delivery.

Examine the practical application of the key aspects of the PSR 2023 in practice, from the decision-making processes to dealing with representations. This training content is relevant for any procurement professional who would like a refresher on the PSR, or is new to the profession. 

This course is for Procurement managers looking to develop their ability to design and deliver strategic Procurement. It focuses on how to build and apply category strategies, translating organisational priorities into effective sourcing approaches. Learners will explore how to adapt strategies to specialist areas, manage complexity, and align Procurement activity to deliver value, manage risk and support better commercial outcomes.

***Coming in September*** This module is for procurement managers developing their understanding of modern slavery requirements in the NHS. It covers how to identify and assess risks before going out to procurement, and how to apply reasonable steps to mitigate them throughout the process. Learners will build confidence in following NHS guidance to support compliant, responsible and ethical procurement decisions.

This course supports senior Procurement Professionals to apply value based techniques with clinicians and suppliers to support value-based outcomes. It will explore the principles, considerations and enablers around value based procurement to drive savings and improve patient outcomes.