These courses are accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management providing qualifications that are recognised not only throughout the UK but also world-wide.
Management Qualifications Coaching Awards Business Start Up
Introductory Certificate in Team Leading
Level 3 Introductory Certificate in First Line Management
Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management
Level 5 Introductory Diploma in Management
Level 7 Introductory Executive Diploma in Management
Level 7 Executive Diploma in Management
Level 3 Certificate in Coaching for Team Leaders and First Line Managers
Level 5 Diploma in Management Coaching and Mentoring
Level 7 Diploma in Leadership Mentoring and Executive Coaching
Level 3 Introductory Certificate in Starting Your Business
Level 3 Certificate in Starting Your Business
TEAM LEADING AND MANAGEMENT
Introductory Certificate in Team Leading
The Level 2 Introductory Certificate in Team Leading aims to give practising or potential team and cell leaders the foundation for their formal development in this role. The programme has two primary objectives:
-
to assist participants in gaining the basic knowledge required by a team/cell leader
-
to develop basic team leading skills
Participants will normally be either practising or aspiring team or cell leaders. There are no formal educational requirements but learners should have a background that will enable them to benefit from the programme
|
Duration
Structure |
Minimum of 22 guided learning hours, including assessment, to be completed within one year
Assessment and associated tutorial support – 2 hours |
|
Learning and Development |
Flexible delivery modes, to suit the requirements of participants, sponsors and Centres, which may include elements of open/ distance/online learning as well as workshops. Reflective learning and personal development are essential features of the programme, to be achieved through the Personal Development Record |
|
Assessment |
Each candidate must complete to a national standard:
|
The Level 2 Introductory Certificate in Team Leading aims to give practising or potential team and cell leaders the foundation for their formal development in this role. The programme has two primary objectives:
-
to assist participants in gaining the basic knowledge required by a team/cell leader
-
to develop basic team leading skills
Participants will normally be either practising or aspiring team or cell leaders. There are no formal educational requirements but learners should have a background that will enable them to benefit from the programme
|
Duration |
Minimum of 65 guided learning hours, excluding assessment, to be completed normally within one year, or up to a maximum of 2 years
|
|
Structure |
|
|
Learning and Development
Registration Routes |
Flexible, to suit the requirements of participants, sponsors and Centres. May include elements of open/distance/online learning as well as workshops to complement a recommended minimum of 12 hours of workshops to provide collaborative learning. Reflective learning and personal development are also essential features of the programme, to be achieved through the Personal Development Record
Integrated: A single Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading is awarded on satisfactory completion of the whole programme and assessments
Modular: One Certificate of Module Credit in Team Leading is awarded on satisfactory completion of the learning and development for the module, and the Knowledge Assessment. Where a participant achieves all four separate Module Credits and goes on successfully to complete the additional assessment requirements (Presentation and Mini-Project), then a full Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading is awarded. |
|
Assessment |
Each participant must complete to a satisfactory national standard
|
Level 3 Introductory Certificate in First Line Management
The Level 3 Introductory Certificate in First Line Management aims to give practising or potential Managers the foundation for their formal development in this role. The programme has two primary objectives:
-
to assist participants in gaining the basic knowledge required by a manager
-
to develop basic management skills
Participants will normally be either practising or aspiring first line managers. Whilst there are no formal educational requirements, learners should have a background that will enable them to benefit from the programme
|
Duration
Structure |
Minimum of 34 guided learning hours, excluding assessment, to be completed within one year
Tutorial support for development and assessment – 2 hours |
|
Learning and Development |
Flexible modes of delivery - to suit the requirements of participants, sponsors and Centres. May include elements of open/distance/online learning. Reflective learning and personal development are essential features of the programme, to be achieved through completion of the Personal Development Record |
|
Assessment |
Each candidate must complete to a national standard:
You should note that time for completion of the assessments and the Personal Development Record is outside the stated guided learning hours |
Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management
The Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management aims to give practising or potential Managers the foundation for their formal development in this role. The programme has two primary objectives:
-
to assist participants in gaining the basic knowledge required by a manager
-
to develop basic management skills
Participants will normally be either practising or aspiring first line managers. Whilst there are no formal educational requirements, learners should have a background that will enable them to benefit from the programme
|
Duration |
Minimum of 160 guided learning hours, excluding assessment, to be completed normally within one year, or up to a maximum of 3 years
|
|
Structure |
|
|
Learning and Development
Registration Routes |
Flexible modes of delivery, to suit the requirements of participants, sponsors and Centres. May include elements of open/distance/online learning to complement a minimum of 30 hours of workshops. Collaborative learning is essential, and may be fulfilled by provision of an Extended Learning Experience. Reflective learning and personal development are also essential features of the programme, to be achieved through the Personal Development Record
Integrated: A single Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management is awarded on satisfactory completion of the whole programme and all assessments
Modular: One Certificate of Module Credit in Management is awarded on satisfactory completion of the learning and development for the module, and the assessed Work-based Assignment. Where a participant achieves all ten separate Module Credits and goes on successfully to complete the additional assessment requirements (Project, Summative Personal Development Record and Group Meeting with the External Verifier from ILM) then a full Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management is awarded. |
|
Assessment |
Each participant must complete to a satisfactory national standard
|
Level 5 Introductory Diploma in Management
The Level 5 Introductory Diploma in Management aims to give practising or potential middle managers the foundation for their formal development in this role. The programme has two primary objectives:
-
to assist participants in gaining the knowledge required by a middle manager
-
to develop middle management skills
Participants will normally be either practising or aspiring middle managers. Whilst there are no formal educational requirements, learners should have a background that will enable them to benefit from the programme.
|
Duration
Structure (ex assessment) |
Minimum of 45 guided learning hours, excluding assessment, to be completed within one year
· Tutorial support for assessment – 1 hour |
|
Learning and Development
|
Flexible modes of delivery - to suit the requirements of participants, sponsors and Centres. May include elements of open/distance/online learning. Reflective learning and personal development are essential features of the programme, to be achieved through completion of a Continuing Professional Development Statement |
|
Assessment |
Each candidate must complete to a national standard:
The time for completion of the assessments and the CPD Statement is outside the stated guided learning hours
|
The Level 5 Diploma in Management aims to give practising or potential middle managers the foundation for their formal development in this role. The programme has two primary objectives:
-
to assist participants in gaining the knowledge required by a middle manager
-
to develop middle management skills
Participants will normally be either practising or aspiring middle managers. Whilst there are no formal educational requirements, learners should have a background that will enable them to benefit from the programme.
|
Duration |
Minimum of 220 guided learning hours, excluding assessment, to be completed normally within one year, or up to a maximum of 3 years
|
|
Structure |
|
|
Learning and Development
Registration Routes |
Flexible, to suit the requirements of participants, sponsors and Centres. May include elements of open/distance/online to complement a minimum of 30 hours of workshops. Collaborative learning is essential, and may be achieved by provision of an Extended Learning Experience or residential period. Reflective learning and continuing professional development are also essential features of the programme, to be achieved through the CPD Statements.
Integrated: A single Level 4 Diploma in Management is awarded on satisfactory completion of the whole learning and development programme and all assessments.
Modular: One Certificate of Module Credit in Management is awarded on satisfactory completion of the learning and development for the Module and the Work-based Assignment requirements for a single module. Where a participant achieves all 7 separate Module Credits and goes on successfully to complete the additional assessment requirements (Management Report, Summative CPD Plan and EV Interview) then a full Level 4 Diploma in Management is awarded. |
|
Assessment |
Each participant must complete to a satisfactory national standard
|
Level 7 Introductory Executive Diploma in Management
The Level 7 Introductory Executive Diploma in Management aims to give practising or potential senior managers the foundation for their formal development in this role. The programme has two primary objectives:
-
to assist participants in gaining the knowledge required by a senior manager
-
to develop senior management skills
Participants will normally be either practising or aspiring senior managers. Whilst there are no formal educational requirements, learners should have a background that will enable them to benefit from the programme.
|
Duration
Structure (ex assessment) |
Minimum of 63 guided learning hours, excluding assessment, to be completed within one year
Tutorial support for assessment – 1 hour |
|
Learning and Development
|
Flexible modes of delivery - to suit the requirements of participants, sponsors and Centres. May include elements of open/distance/online learning. Reflective learning and personal development are essential features of the programme, to be achieved through completion of a Continuing Professional Development Review |
|
Assessment |
Each candidate must complete to a national standard:
It should be noted that time for completion of the assessments and the CPD Review is outside the stated guided learning hours
|
Level 7 Executive Diploma in Management
The Level 7 Executive Diploma in Management aims to give practising or potential senior managers the foundation for their formal development in this role. The programme has two primary objectives:
-
to assist participants in gaining the knowledge required by a senior manager
-
to develop senior management skills
Participants will normally be either practising or aspiring senior managers. Whilst there are no formal educational requirements, learners should have a background that will enable them to benefit from the programme.
|
Duration |
Minimum of 242 guided learning hours, excluding assessment, to be completed normally within one year, or up to a maximum of 3 years
|
|
Structure |
|
|
Learning and Development
Registration Routes |
Flexible, to suit the requirements of participants, sponsors and Centres. May include elements of open/distance/online learning to complement a minimum of 30 hours of workshops. Collaborative learning is essential, and may be achieved by provision of an Extended Learning Experience or residential period. Reflective learning and continuing professional development are also essential features of the programme, to be achieved through the CPD Statements.
Integrated: A single Level 5 Executive Diploma in Management is awarded on satisfactory completion of the whole learning and development programme and all assessments.
Modular: One Certificate of Module Credit in Management is awarded on satisfactory completion of the learning and development for the Module and the Work-based Assignment requirements for a single module (E1-E7). Note that the assessment for module E8 is a CPD Portfolio. Where a participant achieves all 8 separate Module Credits and goes on successfully to complete the additional assessment requirements (Consultancy Report and Panel Interview) then a full Level 5 Executive Diploma in Management is awarded. |
|
Assessment |
|
Level 3 Certificate in Coaching for Team Leaders and First Line Managers
The Level 3 Certificate in Coaching for Team Leaders and First Line Managers aims to develop team leaders and first line managers to provide workplace coaching to members of their teams or others whom they manage. The programme has two primary objectives:
-
to provide candidates with an understanding of coaching and its role in improving team members’ performance
-
to develop candidates’ skills to perform effectively as workplace coaches
Participants will normally be either practising team of cell leaders or first line managers. They should normally have successfully completed a programme leading to the award of the ILM Level 2 Certificate or Introductory Certificate in Team Leading or the ILM Level 3 Certificate or Introductory Certificate in First Line Management, or an equivalent qualification and have experience of working in a role at this level. Exceptionally, candidates who have no formal qualification in team leading or first line management, but who have several years experience and have completed some formal training in the role, may also participate.
|
Duration |
Minimum of 24 guided learning hours, excluding assessment, plus six hours of practical coaching activity, to be completed normally within one year. Total notional learning time is likely to be at least 30 hours |
|
Structure |
|
|
Learning and Development
Registration Routes |
Flexible, to suit the requirements of participants and sponsors. May include some elements of open/distance/online learning but these must be accompanied by workshops to develop the practical skills required by the qualification. Reflective learning and personal development are also essential features of the programme, to be achieved through the Coaching Diary.
Integrated: A single Level 3 Certificate in Coaching for Team Leaders and First Line Managers is awarded on satisfactory completion of the whole programme and assessments.
Modular: Module (ie unit) certification is available for candidates who have successfully completed Module G1 and the Work Based Assignment and who may not wish or are not yet able to complete the second Module. |
|
Assessment |
Each participant must complete to a satisfactory national standard
|
Level 5 Diploma in Management Coaching and Mentoring
The Level 5 Diploma in Management Coaching and Mentoring aims to give managers the capability to coach others in their organisation and to be confident to act as a mentor developing people’s performance in their work roles and supporting them in their career development and personal growth.
The programme has two primary objectives:
-
to enable candidates to understand how coaching and mentoring can improve performance and support individuals to develop themselves and their careers
-
to develop the skills candidates need to perform effectively as coaches and mentors
The qualification is designed to support and develop Coaching and Mentoring for Managers practice - it is a condition to the delivery of the programme that candidates are able to put their skills into practice.
Participants will be practising managers. They should normally have successfully completed a programme leading to the award of the ILM Level 3 Certificate or Introductory Certificate in First Line Management or an ILM Level 4 Diploma or Introductory Diploma in Management, or an equivalent qualification and have experience of working in a role at this level. Exceptionally, candidates who have no formal qualification in management, but who have several years experience and have completed some formal training in the role, may also participate.
Candidates should normally also possess communication skills equivalent at least to Key Skill Level 3 in Communication or receive additional support to enable them to achieve this level in the course of the programme
|
Duration |
Minimum of 45 guided learning hours, excluding assessment, plus 12 hours of practical coaching activity, to be completed normally within one year, or up to a maximum of 2 years. Total notional learning time is likely to be at least 60 hours |
|
Structure |
|
|
Learning and Development
Registration Route |
Flexible, to suit the requirements of participants, sponsors and Centres. May include some elements of open/distance/online learning but these must be accompanied by workshops to develop the practical skills required by the qualification. Reflective learning and personal development are also essential features of the programme, to be achieved through the Coaching/Mentoring Diary.
Integrated: A single Level 4 Diploma in Management Coaching and Mentoring is awarded on satisfactory completion of the whole programme and assessments
Modular: Module (ie unit) certification is available for candidates who have successfully completed Module H1 and the Work Based Assignment and who may not wish, or are not yet able, to complete the second Module |
|
Assessment |
Each participant must complete to a satisfactory national standard
|
Level 7 Diploma in Leadership Mentoring and Executive Coaching
The Level 7 Diploma in Leadership Mentoring and Executive Coaching aims to give managers, HRD specialists and consultants the capability to act as a mentor or executive coach in order to develop clients’ leadership skills and support their career development and personal growth. The programme has two primary objectives:
-
to enable candidates to understand the nature and role of executive coaching and mentoring in developing leadership capability and supporting clients to develop themselves and their careers
-
to develop skills candidates need to perform effectively in the role
The qualification is designed to support and develop the practice of Executive Coaching and Mentoring in Leadership - it is a condition to the delivery of the programme that candidates are able to put their skills into practice.
Participants will be practising managers, HRD professionals or consultants, with experience and/or training and qualifications in management and leadership and in HRD or related disciplines. They should normally have successfully completed a programme leading to the award of the ILM Level 4 Diploma or Introductory Diploma in Management or an ILM Level 5 Executive Diploma or Introductory Executive Diploma in Management, or an equivalent qualification, or have experience of working in a role at this level. Alternatively they may have HRD or consultancy qualifications, such as the ILM Diploma in Management Coaching and Mentoring. Exceptionally, candidates who have no formal qualification in management or HRD, but who have several years experience of working at a senior level in management of HRD and have completed some formal training in the role, may also participate.
Candidates should normally also possess a high level of communication skills equivalent at least to Key Skill Level 4 in Communication or receive additional support to enable them to achieve this level in the course of the programme.
|
Duration |
Minimum of 45 guided learning hours, excluding assessment, plus 12 hours of practical coaching activity, to be completed normally within one year, or up to a maximum of 2 years. Total notional learning time is likely to be at least 60 hours |
|
Structure |
|
|
Learning and Development
Registration Route |
Flexible, to suit the requirements of participants, sponsors and centres. May include some elements of open/distance/online learning but these must be accompanied by workshops to develop the practical skills required by the qualification. Reflective learning and personal development are also essential features of the programme, to be achieved through the Coaching/Mentoring Diary.
Integrated: A single Level 5 Diploma in Leadership Mentoring and Executive Coaching is awarded on satisfactory completion of the whole programme and assessments
Modular: Module (ie unit) certification is available for candidates who have successfully completed Module J1 and the Work Based Assignment and who may not wish, or are not yet able, to complete the second Module. |
|
Assessment |
Each participant must complete to a satisfactory national standard
|
Level 3 Introductory Certificate in Starting Your Business
The Level 3 Introductory Certificate in Starting Your Business is a new qualification designed to cover the key areas to be considered when starting up a small business, or a distinct business unit within a larger organisation. The programme has these primary objectives:
-
to raise participants’ awareness of the issues involved when starting a small business
-
to assist participants in gaining and applying the basic knowledge and skills required for starting a small business or business unit
Participants will normally be intending to start their own small business, with a specific business idea in mind. Alternatively, they may be running a discrete business unit within a larger organisation, which may be a free-standing cost or profit centre. Whilst there are no formal educational requirements, learners should have a background that will enable them to benefit from the programme. This is likely to be Level 2 Key Skills Literacy and Level 1 Key Skills Numeracy, or their equivalent. Where intending learners do not have this level of literacy and numeracy, Business Works can provide support prior to the start of the programme
|
Duration
Structure |
Minimum of 34 guided learning hours, excluding assessment, to be completed within one year. Candidates may expect a nominal learning time of 40-50 hours.
|