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What You Will Study

The CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management covers the following topics:

  • Organisational performance and culture in practice
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Professional behaviours and valuing people
  • Employment relationship management
  • Talent management and workforce planning
  • Reward for performance and contribution
  • Learning and Development Essentials
  • Attendance Expectations

    You will be required to attend weekly online teaching sessions via Microsoft Teams – Thursdays 1:15pm-6:45pm. Tutorials are offered as individual appointments.

  • How You Will Be Assessed

    The course is continuously assessed and there is no final examination. Successful completion of all assignment and class-based work will result in achieving the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management.

  • Entry Requirements

    GCSEs Grade 9-4, including English and Maths. 

    AND

    Be a HR practitioner.

    The course is aimed at adult learners, who are likely to hold the Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, or equivalent (although this is not a requirement).

    Applicants without prior HR qualifications but with significant experience of a HR environment will also be suitable for this level of study. Some units may require access to workplace data (e.g in Using Information in Human Resources).

    Similarly, line managers with significant responsibility for the implementation of HR policies and practices will be welcome.

  • Fee Information

    These fees relate to 2024/25:

    £2,130

    Additional Fees:

    All students are required to register with CIPD upon enrolment. The fee for this is payable directly to the CIPD and includes admission and annual membership.

  • Further Study

    Progression is available for students wishing to study HR Level 7 qualifications available at other academic institutions.