CDAF Formation

What CDAF Formation does

CDAF Formation is a French professional training organization specializing exclusively in purchasing, procurement, and supply chain education. The company operates as a brand within the Eduservices Group, a private French higher-education conglomerate headquartered in Levallois-Perret, and is delivered through six physical training academies located in Bordeaux, Lille, Lyon, Nantes, Paris, and Toulouse, supplemented by hybrid and e-learning modalities. The curriculum comprises over 80 certified courses and titles organized into ten thematic categories — Essentials, Negotiation, Purchasing Management, Risk & Compliance, Finance, Tools & Best Practices, Supply Chain, Digital Purchasing, Soft Skills, and Expert Workshops — plus two degree programs (Bachelor 'Acheteur Leader' and Master 'Manager Achat & Supply Chain') and a newly introduced 'Assessment Achat' competency diagnostic service. The pedagogical model centers on game-based learning using proprietary tools (NégoKité, Bête à cornes©, Pieuvre©, plus escape rooms for negotiation), small class sizes, and instruction by practicing procurement professionals with corporate backgrounds.

CDAF generates revenue almost entirely through course fees (€985-€2,550 per person per module) on a pay-as-you-go basis, with financing absorbed through French public mechanisms including CPF, Congé de Transition Professionnelle, Plan de Développement de Compétences, and AIF. Distribution combines direct inter-company enrollment at the six academies, intra-company bespoke programs at client sites, and a channel partnership network of seven educational institutions (Mbway, IPAC, IPAC Online, AFTEC, SEIRA, ECOLE FRANCAISE, ESAP). The go-to-market is sales-led via website inquiries, catalog downloads, open days (Journées Portes Ouvertes), and direct advisor consultations. The company holds the Qualiopi national quality certification, which is a regulatory prerequisite for accessing French public training funding, and aligns with CNA, OBSAR, and France Compétences for credentialing standards.

The business operates at modest scale: 1,200+ trainees per year, an 11-50 employee range, and a reported 98% customer satisfaction rate. Geographic reach is exclusively domestic France. No revenue, funding, or growth-rate figures are disclosed in the public source material. Leadership disclosed includes Executive Director Ines Duprat and several senior practitioner-trainers (Christophe Rey, Jordan Bailliet, Alexis Delcroix) who maintain concurrent procurement roles at corporates such as Intermarché, ADEO, and Novares.

Name

CDAF Formation

Legal name

EDUSERVICES

Website

https://cdaf-formation.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CDAF Formation is a French professional training organization specializing in purchasing, procurement, and supply chain education, delivering over 80 certified courses and degree programs across six French academies to working professionals, career changers, job seekers, and corporate clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Training Services

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Technical and Trade Schools (61151)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Corporate Learning & Training Content Development (EDAGAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Project, Quality & Operations (PMP PDUs, Six Sigma, Quality CE) (EDAAALAM)

Keywords

• Procurement training
• Purchasing education
• Supply chain courses
• Negotiation training
• Professional certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Fontenay-sous-bois

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Training Services: CDAF generates revenue through professional training services in purchasing and supply chain management. The company offers short courses, certifying programs, and degree-granting programs (Bachelor and Master levels). Training is available in inter-company (open enrollment) and intra-company (in-house) formats across 6 French centers and via hybrid e-learning modalities. Pricing varies by course duration and type, ranging from approximately €985 to €2,550 per person per module.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CDAF Formation is a French professional training organization specializing in purchasing and procurement education. It delivers more than 80 certified courses across ten thematic categories (essentials, negotiation, purchasing management, finance, tools & best practices, supply chain, digital purchasing, soft skills, risk/CSR, and expert workshops) plus degree-granting programs (Bachelor Acheteur Leader and Master Manager Achat & Supply Chain). Training is delivered in inter-company (open enrollment), intra-company (in-house), hybrid, and e-learning formats across six French campuses.

Product overview

CDAF Formation is a professional training organization specializing in procurement and purchasing education across France. The company operates as a multi-category training platform offering over 80 certified courses and degree programs. The product portfolio is organized into ten core training categories (Essentials, Negotiation, Management, Finance, Tools & Best Practices, Supply Chain, Digital Purchasing, Soft Skills, Expert Workshops, and Degree Programs), supported by specialized expert workshops covering sector-specific procurement domains. Programs are delivered through inter-company, intra-company, hybrid, and e-learning formats across six French campuses. The training methodology incorporates pedagogical games and experiential learning approaches. Degree programs include Acheteur Leader (Bachelor level) and Manager Achat & Supply Chain (Master level) certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Les Essentiels (Foundational Procurement Training) Foundational training category covering the essential skills and knowledge required for procurement professionals, including profession fundamentals and core purchasing processes.
• La Négociation (Negotiation Training Program) Four-level negotiation training program covering techniques from basic to advanced strategic negotiation, culminating in the Negopass certification.
• Le Management des Achats (Purchasing Management Training) Purchasing management training covering organizational leadership, team management, and strategic procurement approaches.
• Protéger et Responsabiliser l'Entreprise (Risk & CSR Procurement Training) Training focused on risk management, compliance, and responsible business practices in procurement.
• La Finance (Finance for Procurement Training) Financial training for procurement professionals including financial analysis, cost control, and supplier financial evaluation.
• Les Outils et Bonnes Pratiques des Acheteurs (Buyer Tools & Best Practices) Tools and best practices training including Excel, project management, supplier quality, auditing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Supply Chain et Approvisionnements (Supply Chain & Procurement Training) Supply chain and procurement training covering logistics, international trade, Incoterms, and inventory optimization.
• Les Achats Digitaux (Digital Procurement Training) Digital procurement training covering AI applications, information systems, and economic intelligence for modern purchasing.
• Soft Skills for Buyers Interpersonal skills training for buyers including communication, public speaking, leadership, and negotiation techniques.
• Atelier Expert (Expert Workshops) Expert workshops covering specialized procurement domains including electricity, investment, facilities management, maintenance, insurance, consulting, and agricultural markets.
• Formation Diplômante (Degree Programs: Bachelor Acheteur Leader and Master Manager Achat & Supply Chain) Certified degree programs including Acheteur Leader (Bachelor level) and Manager Achat & Supply Chain (Master level) qualifications.
• Assessment Achat (Procurement Competency Assessment) Procurement competency assessment services that evaluate buyer skills and identify training needs.
• Formation Hybride (Hybrid E-learning Delivery Format) Blended learning delivery format combining in-person sessions with digital/e-learning components for flexible professional development.
• Intra-Company Training (In-house Customized Training) Customized in-house training programs delivered at client premises or CDAF centers, tailored to specific company needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% customer satisfaction rate
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• QualiopicoreOthersQualiopi is the official French certification for quality of professional training organizations. CDAF holds this certification, which is required for training organizations to access public funding mechanisms such as CPF, skills development plans, and individual training aid.
• CNA (Conseil National des Achats)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe National Council of Purchasing (CNA) is a professional purchasing association. CDAF's partnership aligns with its positioning as a purchasing-focused training provider, potentially offering networking, professional development, and industry recognition benefits.
• OBSARminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOBSAR appears to be a professional body or certification entity related to purchasing/sales professions, providing additional credibility and professional network access for CDAF graduates.
• France CompétencescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrance Compétences is the national authority for professional training and apprenticeship in France. As a partner, CDAF's certifications and degree programs are aligned with national professional standards and qualifications framework.
• MbwaycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMbway is a higher education institution that partners with CDAF for purchasing and supply chain management programs, enabling joint degree offerings and student recruitment.
• IPAC Formation ProfessionnellecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIPAC Formation Professionnelle is a professional training institution collaborating with CDAF on purchasing management education programs, providing certification and degree pathways.
• SEIRAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSEIRA is an educational partner school offering joint programs with CDAF for purchasing and supply chain professional education.
• ECOLE FRANCAISEminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorECOLE FRANCAISE is a partner educational institution collaborating with CDAF on training programs.
• IPAC OnlinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIPAC Online provides online education pathways for CDAF purchasing and supply chain management programs, enabling distance learning options.
• AFTECcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAFTEC is a professional training institution partnering with CDAF for purchasing education and certification programs.
• ESAPminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorESAP is a partner school offering collaborative educational programs in purchasing and supply chain management with CDAF.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• INSEEC Group: Large French private higher education and professional training group offering management, supply-chain and procurement-oriented programs across multiple schools. Comparable to CDAF in its broad French training footprint and corporate B2B orientation, but operating at significantly larger scale across many disciplines.
• ISM (Institute for Supply Management): US-based professional association for supply management, offering CPSM and CPSD certifications plus training programs. Comparable to CDAF in providing credentialed procurement training, but operating primarily as a professional association rather than a private training school.
• ESSEC Executive Education: Top-tier French business school's executive education division, offering executive programs including procurement, supply chain and purchasing leadership tracks. Comparable to CDAF as a credentialed French provider of procurement training, but positioned at the premium executive education tier.
• IONIS Education Group: Major French private education group encompassing multiple schools and brands delivering business, management and professional training. Overlaps with CDAF in serving French professional learners and corporate L&D buyers, but at a much broader portfolio level.
• CNAM (Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers): French public higher education institution offering purchasing, supply chain and management programs to working professionals. Comparable to CDAF in serving French adult learners seeking recognized purchasing qualifications, but as a public institution at a different price point and scale.

Direct peers

• Pigier: French private vocational and professional training network with multiple campuses offering business, management and procurement-oriented programs. Comparable to CDAF as a domestic French multi-campus professional training school targeting similar SMB and corporate buyers.
• AFTRAL: Major French professional training organization operating multiple campuses nationwide, focused on transport, logistics and supply-chain training. Comparable to CDAF as a multi-site French B2B training specialist with Qualiopi certification and public funding access.
• Next Level Purchasing: Specialist procurement training and certification provider serving global corporate buying organizations. Directly comparable to CDAF as a focused procurement training specialist targeting working buyers and corporate procurement teams.
• CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply): UK-headquartered global professional body for procurement and supply, offering MCIPS certification, training and continuous professional development. It is the closest international analogue to CDAF in terms of training, certification, and standards-setting for the procurement profession.

Emerging players

• Coursera (Procurement / Supply Chain specializations): Global online learning platform hosting university and specialist-led procurement and supply chain courses. Represents the emerging digital-native alternative to CDAF's classroom-based model, competing on price and convenience for entry-level procurement training demand.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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