PEOPLE MANAGEMENT Level 5 Associate Diploma

Level 5
Courses For Industry
Newry Campus
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)

Overview

This course is 90% funded by the Department for the Economy and 10% paid by the employer as part of the Skills Focus Programme. To qualify, your business or social enterprise must have less than 250 employees and you must be based in Northern Ireland and operate for profit.

This qualification, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), is perfect for participants who work in or aspire to work in roles developing and managing people. It is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and techniques required to effectively manage and lead teams in a professional setting. This course offers a deep exploration of people management strategies, employee development, and the critical aspects of fostering a positive work environment.

Throughout the course, participants will gain a thorough understanding of the principles and theories of people management. They will learn how to effectively recruit, select, and onboard new employees, as well as develop strategies for employee retention and talent management. Participants will explore techniques for building high-performing teams, fostering employee engagement, and creating a positive organisational culture.

On completion of this course participants will have:

Built on their existing knowledge and specialise in people management
Increased their knowledge in employment relationship management, talent management and performance reward
Taken the next step to a more senior people profession role

Participants who successfully complete this programme will have the abilities needed to assume management and leadership positions in a variety of organisations and sectors. This may include roles as managers of human resources, team leaders or heads of departments.

The over-riding consideration in admitting applicants to this course, is evidence that the learner is likely to be able to complete the course satisfactorily.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July 2024
Applicants must have completed the Level 3 CIPD qualification and be currently employed in a people management role
Applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above but who are working in a HR role for at least 9 months and have a Level 4 or higher qualification in a business/HR related area will be considered through the APL process)

Attendance at Individual or Group Pre-Entry Advice Sessions (IPEAS and GPEAS) may be required. These interviews may take place either on campus, via telephone or video call (Microsoft teams) and will play an important role in place allocation.

Applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above but have evidence of substantial knowledge or relevant industrial experience and skills, which has not been formally assessed, should refer to the College’s Accreditation of Prior Experience and Learning (APEL) Procedure.

Please note that if APEL is granted, a letter of employer endorsement will be required.

Modules include:

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
Leadership Management Development

Participants will be assessed on a regular basis throughout the programme using a range of appropriate assessment method which include:

Written assignments
Projects
Case studies
Presentations
Practical assignments

Where the exam/awarding body fee is listed as TBC in the full fee breakdown, the information has not yet been released by our partner awarding bodies for 25/26. This fee will be updated as soon as it becomes available.

CIPD Student Membership Fees: To complete the course and benefit from the CIPD professional and practical resources, students will be required to join the CIPD as a student member. Student members pay a special subsidised joining fee, which is currently £187 for new members. This is an additional cost and not included in the SRC course fees. Further details are available at CIPD Student Membership | CIPD

The Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management provides the knowledge towards Associate Professional Membership of CIPD. Learners may also progress to other higher education study or CIPD qualifications at Level 7.

Upon successful completion of the People Management Level 5 Associate Diploma, participants will be equipped with the necessary skills to take on leadership and management roles in various organisations and industries. Students will be prepared to lead teams, manage employee performance, and contribute to the overall success of the organisation. Students may also find employment opportunities as: