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            <title><![CDATA[UNPACKING CONNECT & ENGAGE IN PROCUREMENT & EDUCATION]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Introduction to CIPS, Procurement and Supply]]></title>
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            <itunes:duration>44:51</itunes:duration>
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