IPC Commissioning Course Alumni Network

Connect. Collaborate. Innovate.

In 2022, we celebrated two decades of successfully delivering commissioning courses to over 2,000 professionals from social care and health organisations across the UK. Building on this landmark achievement, we established the IPC Alumni Network to:

  • Grow Your Network: Connect with fellow alumni across the UK through exclusive workshops and forums.
  • Stay Updated: Engage with the latest topics, trends, and professional skills via our Alumni Forum.
  • Collaborate and Share: Participate in discussions and share your expertise with like-minded peers.

All known alumni of the accredited IPC Certificate in Commissioning and Purchasing for Public Care, Certificate in Care Purchasing and Brokerage and Certificate in Principles of Commissioning are invited to join the Alumni Network by email. If you’re a commissioning course alumnus but haven’t received an invite, email us at ipc-alumni@brookes.ac.uk, and we’ll get you connected. 

Commissioning Alumni Forum

Our exclusive online forum allows members to connect, discuss, and share information across various topics, including:

  • Integrated or collaborative commissioning
  • Adult commissioning
  • Children’s commissioning
  • National legislation and research
  • Contract management and monitoring
  • General procurement

All materials from our Alumni Conference and current webinars are available on the forum.

We also deliver a comprehensive free online Webinar programme so please visit our Events page for booking details.

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Join Our Alumni Community

For more information about the IPC Commissioning Course Alumni Network and how you can get involved, please get in touch with us today. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant and supportive community of public care professionals.

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Past Webinar Highlights

Embedding co-production in adult social care – how do we get to the top of the ladder?

Read the key insights from our latest Alumni webinar on co-production
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Digital Inclusion in Adult Social Care webinar highlights

Read about the Commissioning Alumni Webinar Highlights September 2023
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Prioritisation in Commissioning – Alumni Workshop insights

How colleagues shared their experiences of prioritising commissioning roles and responsibilities
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15 Years of describing, measuring, and monitoring outcomes in social care – have we got it right yet?

Read some of the key insights from our recent Alumni webinar
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Thriving Babies webinar – Academic Partnership and Alumni

Read the insights from our latest Thriving Babies webinar
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Key enablers and principles for strategic and collaborative commissioning and planning – health and care

Find out more about our online webinar considering the key enablers and principles to support effective collaborative commissioning and planning across health and care.
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We provide robust support to our clients by conducting comprehensive reviews and evaluations, identifying key strengths and opportunities for growth. Our longer-term research projects are designed to fortify the evidence base that underpins the delivery of public care services, ensuring they are both effective and informed by the latest insights.
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Our consultancy services are tailored to address the unique challenges faced by our clients. From problem-solving and enhancing current practices to fostering innovation, we offer expert guidance.
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We are committed to the professional growth of our clients' teams. Through bespoke coaching, training, and development programmes, we empower staff and stakeholders with the essential skills and knowledge to deliver services with a more profound and consistent impact.
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Academic Partnership

Our Academic Partnership programme provides access to dedicated longer-term support from an experienced consultant with specialist knowledge in your field. Academic Partnership members benefit from specialised consultancy, exclusive events, discounted courses and networking opportunities.
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