CIPS L5M9 actual dump : Operations Management

L5M9
  • Exam Code: L5M9
  • Exam Name: Operations Management
  • Updated: Sep 22, 2026
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CIPS L5M9 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply)
Exam Name:Operations Management
Exam Number:L5M9
Available Languages:English
Related Certifications:L5M6 Category Management
L5M7 Achieving Competitive Advantage through Supply Chain
L5M10 Logistics Management
L5M8 Project and Change Management
L5M15 Advanced Negotiation
Exam Format:Short Scenario-based, Multiple Choice, Objective Response, Multiple Response
Passing Score:70%
Exam Duration:90 minutes
Exam Price:£150 - £200 (approx., varies by region/membership)
Certificate Validity Period:Valid for life (no expiry after certification)
Real Exam Qty:25
Recommended Training:CIPS Official Study Guide L5M9
Exam Registration:CIPS Official Exam Booking
Sample Questions:Free Download Latest L5M9 actual dumps
Exam Way:Computer-based; available at test centres or via remote invigilation
Pre Condition:No mandatory prerequisites; recommended prior completion of Level 4 Diploma or equivalent experience; can be taken as elective module within Level 5
Official Syllabus URL:https://www.cips.org/qualifications/advanced-diploma-in-procurement-supply/l5m9-operations-management

CIPS L5M9 Exam Syllabus Topics:

SectionWeightObjectives
Topic 1: Operational Risk, Sustainability and Ethics15-20%- Identifying, assessing and mitigating operational risks
- Ethical and responsible operations management
- Sustainable operations: green practices, circular economy
- ESG considerations in operational design and delivery
Topic 2: Quality Management and Performance Measurement15-20%- Measuring efficiency, productivity and customer satisfaction
- Quality standards: ISO 9000 series and related frameworks
- Total Quality Management (TQM) concepts and application
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for operations
- Quality control, assurance and improvement tools
Topic 3: Lean, Agile and Responsive Operations15-20%- Agile approaches: flexibility, responsiveness and speed
- Lean principles: waste elimination, value stream mapping
- Application in manufacturing, service and public sectors
- Comparison and integration of lean and agile
Topic 4: Principles of Operations Management15-20%- Operations strategy alignment with organizational goals
- Definition, scope and role of operations management
- Input-transformation-output model
- Value creation, efficiency and effectiveness
- Linkages between operations, procurement and supply chain
Topic 5: Process Design, Planning and Improvement20-25%- Benchmarking and process optimization
- Capacity planning, demand management and resource allocation
- Continuous improvement methodologies: Kaizen, Six Sigma, Lean, BPR
- Process mapping, workflow and design principles
- Forecasting, scheduling and inventory management

L5M9 Exam FAQ: Answers to Read Before You Book

The CIPS Operations Management is the official CIPS exam that leads to the Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply certification at the Advanced Diploma / Level 5 level. Passing it validates your skills against CIPS standards and proves your qualification to current and future employers. The credential is also connected with related certifications such as L5M6 Category Management, L5M7 Achieving Competitive Advantage through Supply Chain, L5M8 Project and Change Management, L5M10 Logistics Management, L5M15 Advanced Negotiation, so it can serve as a solid step in a broader certification path.

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The passing score for the L5M9 exam is 70%, and the official registration fee is £150 - £200 (approx., varies by region/membership). Keep in mind that a failed attempt is not discounted — retaking the exam means paying the full fee again — so it is wise not to book your seat until your practice scores sit comfortably above the passing mark. Working through the 124 questions at Actual4Dumps in timed mode is a reliable way to judge when you are truly ready.

CIPS sets the following requirement for the L5M9 exam: No mandatory prerequisites; recommended prior completion of Level 4 Diploma or equivalent experience; can be taken as elective module within Level 5. Eligibility rules can change from time to time, so always confirm the current prerequisites on the official exam page at https://www.cips.org/qualifications/advanced-diploma-in-procurement-supply/l5m9-operations-management before you register.

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The CIPS Operations Management is organized into 5 domains. Among the first ones are Operational Risk, Sustainability and Ethics (15-20%), Quality Management and Performance Measurement (15-20%), Lean, Agile and Responsive Operations (15-20%), and the remaining domains cover the rest of the official objectives. For the complete topic breakdown with every subtopic, see the full L5M9 exam outline above on this page.

CIPS Operations Management Sample Questions:

Question #1

Managing Events and Relationships is a key application of Operations Management in which sector?

  • A. retail
  • B. manufacturing
  • C. agriculture
  • D. finance
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Correct Answer: A  🗳️

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Question #2

Penny is the Operations Manager at a small furniture manufacturing company that makes tables and chairs, among other wooden household items. In the manufacturing site there is a small warehouse which stores inventory which is used in unforeseen circumstances such as a late delivery. What is the name given to this type of inventory?

  • A. anticipation inventory
  • B. buffer stock
  • C. work-in progress
  • D. transit inventory
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Correct Answer: B  🗳️

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Question #3

The Public Sector only provides Services not Goods. Is this TRUE?

  • A. yes- the public sector provides services such as education and health care
  • B. no- the public sector may provide goods as well as services
  • C. yes- the private sector is responsible for the production of goods, whereas services can be provided either by the public or private sector
  • D. no- the public sector provides goods rather than services
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Correct Answer: B  🗳️

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Question #4

Building redundancy into operational procedures increases what for an organisation? Select TWO

  • A. costs
  • B. reliability
  • C. risk
  • D. customer satisfaction
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Correct Answer: A,B  🗳️

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Question #5

At Red Glass Ltd a strategy has been developed by the Operations Department to reduce costs and streamline supply chain operations. This is being incorporated into the organisation's overarching corporate strategy. What is the name given to this type of strategy development?

  • A. value engineering
  • B. bottom- up
  • C. lean
  • D. structure-related strategy
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Correct Answer: B  🗳️

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