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Level 7 Strategic People Management Course in Worcester

Cost£2,500.00
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 7
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCIPD awarding body
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About this course

Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management Course in Worcester. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College on Tuesday in year one and Thursday in year two. You'll study core units covering personal effectiveness, strategic leadership, and specialist HR topics including advanced employment law. The course takes two years part-time, with daytime classes that allow you to balance study alongside work. Entry requires a Level 5 CIPD qualification (or similar) and at least two years of experience in an HR or people management role. You'll need to hold CIPD student membership throughout your studies.

Who this course is for

This advanced qualification is ideal if you are looking to develop your Human Resources (HR) career to the next level, work as an independent consultant or aspire to become a Chartered Member or Fellow of the CIPD., , You will study a comprehensive advanced-level course to achieve a Level 7 qualification accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). You will study core units to develop personal, strategic and leadership skills and human resource specialist units, in

Entry requirements

  • A level 5 CIPD qualification, similar qualifications will be considered, - At least two year�s experience working in a HR or people management role, - A good standard of English. If English is not your first language, a suitable qualification e.g. IELTS, , The College has a commitment to widening participation in Higher Education, and will therefore give careful consideration to prior experiential learning, non-traditional qualifications and qualifications obtained outside of the United Kingd

What you will learn

  • You'll develop strategic leadership and personal effectiveness skills at senior level.
  • You'll study advanced employment law and its application in complex HR situations.
  • You'll explore specialist HR topics including resourcing, talent management, and organisational development.
  • You'll build the skills to work as an independent HR consultant or senior in-house practitioner.
  • You'll learn how to align people management strategy with wider organisational goals.
  • You'll develop the knowledge and professional standing required for CIPD Chartered membership.

How you will learn

Classes run on Tuesday (Year 1) and Thursday (Year 2) at Heart of Worcestershire College's All Saints Building in Worcester. You'll study core and specialist units through classroom-based sessions. Assessment is through written assignments and applied projects. You'll need to hold CIPD student membership throughout your studies, which gives you access to additional learning resources alongside those available through the college.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to maintain CIPD student membership for the duration of the course. Relevant books and ebooks are available through the college's Learning Centres; purchasing your own textbooks is optional and costs approximately £50. Heart of Worcestershire College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • HR Director: lead people strategy across a whole organisation.
  • Head of HR: manage HR functions and senior HR teams.
  • People and Culture Director: shape workplace culture at executive level.
  • HR Business Partner (Senior): align HR strategy with business unit goals.
  • Organisational Development Consultant: design and deliver change programmes.
  • Independent HR Consultant: advise organisations on a freelance or contract basis.
  • Talent and Resourcing Director: oversee strategic workforce planning.

What you could study next

After completing the Level 7 Advanced Diploma, you can apply for CIPD Chartered Member (MCIPD) or Chartered Fellow (FCIPD) status, which are the senior professional designations recognised across HR. Some graduates go on to pursue a Master's degree in Human Resource Management or Organisational Development, which may be available with advanced standing given the Level 7 qualification.

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