The Associate Diploma in People Management is designed for those passionate about developing and managing people, equipping you with the expertise to lead HR initiatives and drive meaningful change in your organisation. This qualification strengthens your HR knowledge and prepares you for senior roles in the people profession.
Why Choose This Qualification?
✔ Enhance Your Expertise – Specialise in people management to deepen your HR capabilities.
✔ Expand Your Skills – Build knowledge in employment relationship management, talent development, and performance reward.
✔ Advance Your Career – Take the next step towards senior HR and people management roles.
Career Opportunities
This diploma equips you with the skills and knowledge to excel in roles such as:
- HR Business Partner or Manager
- People Analyst
- Employee Relations Manager
- Diversity and Inclusion Specialist
- Resourcing Business Partner
- Reward and Benefits Manager
- Talent Manager
What You’ll Learn
Develop a solid foundation in people management and customise your learning with an optional unit that aligns with your career goals. The curriculum is based on real-world applications and industry insights from top HR professionals.
Core Units:
✔ Organisational Performance and Culture in Practice
✔ Evidence-Based Practice
✔ Professional Behaviours and Valuing People
Specialist Units:
✔ Employment Relationship Management
✔ Talent Management and Workforce Planning
✔ Reward for Performance and Contribution
Optional Units (Choose One):
✔ Specialist Employment Law
✔ Advances in Digital Learning and Development
✔ Learning and Development Essentials
✔ People Management in an International Context
✔ Diversity and Inclusion
✔ Leadership and Management Development
✔ Well-being at Work
CIPD Membership – Your Professional Advantage
When you enroll in this programme, you’ll gain CIPD Student Membership, granting you access to:
- Cutting-edge HR research, journals, and expert resources
- Professional networking opportunities and online communities
- Helplines for career and legal advice
Upon completion, you’ll earn CIPD Associate Membership (Assoc CIPD), a globally recognised credential that enhances your professional credibility and career prospects.
A Qualification That Sets You Apart
At a Glance:
✔ Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) Level 5 (England & Northern Ireland)
✔ Credit and Qualifications Framework (CQFW) Level 5 (Wales)
✔ Equivalent to Level 7 in Ireland, Level 9 in Scotland, and Level 5 European Qualifications Framework (EQF)