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ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management

Campus OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 9

Study mode Open learning

Start date Jan 2025

Cost £990
(see funding options)

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Course overview

This leadership and management qualification at SCQF level 9 (RQF Level 5), is designed for project managers, department heads, and other practising middle managers.  Develop your skills and experience, improve your performance, and prepare for senior management responsibilities.

Results for you:

  • Use core management techniques to drive better results
  • Develop your ability to lead, motivate and inspire
  • Provide strategic leadership as well as day-to-day management
  • Benchmark your managerial skills
  • Raise your profile in your organisation

The cost of this course is £990.

What you will learn

You will study the following units:

  • Becoming an Effective Leader (8607-522)
  • Leading Innovation and Change (8607-504)
  • Developing and Leading Teams to Achieve Organisational Goals and Objectives (8607-519)

How the course is assessed

  • Academic written assignments are completed in the delegate's own time.

Number of days per week

  • One half-day session per fortnight on MS Teams starting on Thursday 30 January 2025, from 1.30 PM to 4.00 PM.

Entry requirements

  • HNC or equivalent level studies in management or a related subject  
  • Educated to a minimum of SCQF level 7
  • Mature/experienced managers are accepted on the basis of current or recent work experience  
  • We welcome your application if you are currently unemployed and feel that you match the requirements 

Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements

  • All applicants will be invited to an MS Teams or telephone interview with the course tutor.

English Proficiency Requirements

Minimum 6.5 IELTS or equivalent

Progression and Articulation Routes

  • CMI Level 7 (SCQF Level 11) Certificate or Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice

Career options

  • Promotion to senior management
  • New management opportunities in a range of organisations

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date Cost
OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus Open learning 30/01/25 £990

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