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1 Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) The leading programme for HR professionals in the Middle East PwC s Academy

2 Contents Welcome to PwC s Academy 1 About CIPD 2 Getting qualified 3 Level 3 Foundation qualification in HR 4 Level 5 Foundation qualification in HR 5 Our training programme 6 Why choose PwC s Academy? 7 Contact us 8

3 Welcome to PwC s Academy We are the learning and education business of PwC operating across the Middle East and are part of a growing network of PwC Academies present in over 35 countries worldwide. We have been developing our own people for over 100 years and it is this deep experience of helping professionals become business leaders that is embedded into all PwC s Academy programmes. As one of the top 10 HR consultancies in the world with over 6,000 HR professionals based in over 100 countries, we bring our wide technical knowledge and deep industry expertise to our CIPD training programmes. Our trainers are subject matter experts who not only help participants gain the CIPD qualification, but also provide invaluable support to ensure that participants gain the confidence and skills they need to excel in the workplace. Whether you are looking for CIPD training programme for yourself, for a few employees, or for your entire team, we believe we can help you develop faster and further. We work with organisations across the region to build capabilities. We grow and develop talent, by providing training programmes that build mindset, knowledge and skills. Mindset Skills Trained by PwC Knowledge Amanda Line, Partner, PwC PwC s Academy 1

4 About CIPD Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) is the professional body for HR and people development. CIPD is committed to championing better work and working lives, building HR capabilities, shaping ideologies and setting a benchmark for excellence in HR and Learning and Development for more than a 100 years. CIPD members globally represent the most influential senior HR leaders from the world s leading organisations and the next generation of HR professionals. Benefits of studying the CIPD qualification Valued by employers CIPD qualifications equip professionals with the knowledge and skills that employers are looking for HR in a business context All CIPD qualifications focus on the role of HR in building sustainable business success Flexible learning options Candidates can learn at their own pace to meet particular development needs and gain credit for their achievements HR and L&D study paths The opportunity to branch out into HR, Learning and Development and other specialism s at Foundation and Intermediate level 2000 members in the Middle East 140,000 members globally CIPD Programmes Level 3 Foundation Level 5 Intermediate Certificate in HR Practice Certificate in Learning and Development Certificate in HR Management Certificate in Learning and Development Diploma in HR Practice Diploma in Learning and Development Diploma in HR Management Diploma in Learning and Development 2 PwC s Academy

5 Getting qualified CIPD professional membership helps candidates set the standard for professional excellence in their organisations, at entry level, mid-management or as leaders of an HR and L&D function. Recognised by employers worldwide, CIPD members meet internationally recognised standards and have the ability to make a real impact in the workplace. Who is it for? CIPD is delivered as an open course for individuals and as an in-house customised training for our corporate clients. The programme is suitable for: HR or L&D managers Talent or L&D heads HR and L&D officers HR consultants Anyone looking to develop a career in HR Eligibility criteria There are no formal educational pre-requisites. If a candidate s educational background is not in English, candidate must demonstrate a high standard of verbal and written English to be admitted to a CIPD Programme. Candidates may be required to complete a pre-assessment to demonstrate their English language competence prior to enrolment. Candidates can contact us with evidence of their achievements and experience to determine which level they will be eligible for. Assessments There are no exams in CIPD. Candidates are assessed on an on-going basis on completion of: Written assignments such as reports, essays, and case studies Personal development plans Interviews, performance reviews and other skills based assessments A candidate must pass each module to get the Certificate or Diploma. Certificate and membership In order to receive the CIPD Certificate, candidates need to enroll as a Student Member with CIPD prior to enrolling for the training programme. Upon successful completion of the programme, candidates will be eligible to apply for Associate Membership and use the designation Associate CIPD next to their name (subject to having relevant work experience). PwC s Academy 3

6 Level 3 Foundation qualification in HR The CIPD Level 3 qualification provides candidates a firm foundation in all areas of HR. It will help them develop essential HR skills and give them the confidence and knowledge to work more effectively, adding value to the HR function and to the organisation. Who is it for? The CIPD Level 3 qualification is suitable for candidates who are new to the HR role or those who have worked in HR for a number of years but do not have any formal qualification. Candidates will also have the opportunity to extend their development and enhance the certificate qualification by taking additional modules for the Foundation Diploma in HR 1. Level 3 Foundation Certificate in Human Resource Practice Developing yourself as an effective Human Resources Practitioner Understanding organisations and the role of HR Recording, analysing and using human resources information Resourcing talent Supporting good practice in performance and reward management Supporting change within organisations Contributing to the process of job analysis Foundation Diploma in Human Resource Practice Foundation Certificate in Human Resource Practices Identifying learning and development needs Supporting good practice in managing employment relations 1 Not a university diploma. It is an extension of the Certificate programme. 4 PwC s Academy

7 Level 5 Foundation qualification in HR CIPD Level 5 qualification in HR provides candidates a broad perspective of the organisational issues facing HR professionals and enables them to further develop their analytical, problem solving and decision making skills. Who is it for? The CIPD Level 5 qualification is suitable for experienced HR Professionals looking to develop their management skills, working as independent consultants within HR or for those who are responsible for HR activities in an organisation where HR is not a specialist function. Candidates should either have the required work experience or have completed the Level 3 qualification. Candidates also have the opportunity to extend their development and enhance the certificate qualification by taking additional modules for the Intermediate Diploma in HR 1. Level 5 Intermediate Certificate in Human Resource Management Developing professional practice Business issues and the contexts of HR Using information in HR Reward management Resource and talent planning Improving organisational performance Intermediate Diploma in Human Resource Management Intermediate Certificate in Human Resource management Employee engagement Managing and coordinating the human resources function PwC s Academy 5

8 Our training programme With the highest number of face to face contact hours in the Middle East, PwC s Academy offers unparalleled support to ensure that candidates have all the knowledge, skills and training to become CIPD qualified. Our training programme includes: Comprehensive training experience with 120 hours of classes for Certificate programme and 150 hours for Diploma programme Practical application of knowledge through case studies, role plays and group exercises Tutorial webinars on assessments Access to a student portal which includes the essentials books, learning materials and the ability to submit assessments Support courses specially designed to help candidates clear assessments and get qualified Upon successful completion of the programme, candidates are eligible to receive a certificate from CIPD and can use the designation Associate CIPD after their name. 6 PwC s Academy

9 Why choose PwC s Academy? At PwC s Academy our focus is to make sure candidates have all the knowledge, skills and training to become CIPD qualified. Our training programme Our CIPD Programme is designed to give candidates a comprehensive training experience with 120 hours of classes for Certificate course and 150 hours for Diploma course. Our schedules are flexible to suit the requirements of working professionals. Candidates interact, engage and learn through a mix of lectures, debates, discussions, role-plays and other classroom activities. Candidates will also have access to a student portal which includes the essentials books, learning materials, assignments and submissions. Our trainers At PwC s Academy, our foundation is a fantastic team of highly experienced trainers who have held leadership positions in HR/L&D and also have extensive training experience in the Middle East. Going the extra mile As a student at PwC s Academy, candidates will receive support and guidance throughout the qualification. Half hour club: Trainers are available to answer questions or clear doubts on any topics candidates wish to discuss 30 minutes before/after class. Tutorial webinars: These webinars are designed to provide guidance on assessments and writing structure. Support courses: We regularly run support courses on various topics such as content generation, writing skills, etc. to help develop essential study skills. Our trainers and training consultants are also readily available to provide any additional support candidates may need outside the classroom. Industry expertise PwC is one of the 10 largest HR consultancies in the world, and employs over 6000 HR professionals. Our trainers have experience of applying global best practices in the GCC and are able to bring this deep knowledge and global expertise of developing human capital in various organisations to help candidates excel in the classroom and at their workplace. PwC s Academy 7

10 Contact us Gordon Berrie Director of Corporate Learning and Development T: E: gordon.berrie@ae.pwc.com Kavita Gaglani Course Manager CIPD T: E: kavita.gaglani@ae.pwc.com For customised in-house training solutions contact: UAE KSA Jouhaina Sarieddine Corporate Training Analyst T: E: jouhaina.sarieddine@ae.pwc.com Samar Sayegh Director and KSA Country Leader T: +966 (11) (ext. 1813) E: samar.sayegh@sa.pwc.com facebook.com/pwcacademymiddleeast PwC s Academy Middle 8 PwC s Academy PwC s Academy 8

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