8610 ILM Level 5 Diploma in Principles of Leadership. and Management. Qualification overview. Institute of Leadership & Management

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "8610 ILM Level 5 Diploma in Principles of Leadership. and Management. Qualification overview. Institute of Leadership & Management"

Transcription

1 Institute of Leadership & Management ILM Level Diploma in Principles of Leadership and Management Who is qualification for? This qualification is designed for new and aspiring middle managers seeking a thorough grounding in their role and responsibilities, plus the opportunity to consolidate and further develop the key skills and knowledge they need at this level. Benefits for individuals Enhance core management capabilities Develop knowledge in specialist areas, such as finance and marketing Take responsibility for your own development as a leader Prove you can make a measurable impact on your organisation through work-place based projects and assessment Benchmark your managerial skills with a nationally recognised qualification. Benefits for employers Build sustainable management practice that works for the long term Encourage staff to proactively manage their career progression Close skills gaps the broad range of optional units means you can customise this qualification to fit organisational development needs. There are five mandatory units which cover the skills and knowledge learners need to be effective at this level, including crucial soft skills, critical thinking abilities, understanding financial concepts, and finding and implementing innovative solutions. The optional units cover a broad range of core and specialist topics. Learners can work with employers or training providers to find the units that best fit individual and organisational requirements. Progression This qualification will provide progression opportunities to other qualifications such as: ILM Level Extended Diploma in Leadership and Management. Qualification overview Qualification title Credit value Structure Level Diploma in Principles of Leadership and Management Minimum credits Two hour induction At least nine hours tutorial support Five mandatory units* Choice of optional units from Groups 2 and, where Group 2 contains Level units and Group contains units at Levels and Maximum of 1 credits from Group *Refer to table overleaf for unit details 810/ILMLDPLM/V1/012

2 ILM Level Diploma in Principles of Leadership and Management Rules of combination Five mandatory units from Group 1 Choice of optional units from Groups 2 and Maximum of 1 credits from Group Overview of units Group 1 Reference Unit title Level CV* GLH** Understanding the Management Role to Improve Management Performance Managing Improvement Making a Financial Case Developing Critical Thinking Leading Innovation and Change 2 Group 2 Reference Unit title Level CV* GLH** Managing Individual Development Managing Stress and Conflict in the Organisation Understanding the Organisational Environment Understanding Organisational Culture and Ethics Managing Customer Relations Managing for Efficiency and Effectiveness Managing Projects in the Organisation Managing Resources Managing Information Managing Recruitment Managing Work Analysis Analysing and Interpreting Statistics to Inform Management Decisions Understanding the Management of Facilities Making Professional Presentations Developing and Leading Teams to Achieve Organisational Goals and Objectives Assessing Your Own Leadership Capability and Performance Managing Own Continuing Professional Development Becoming an Effective Leader Preparing to Apply Lean Production and Improvement Methodologies to 8 8 Operational Problems in Service Delivery Applying Lean Production and Improvement Methodologies to Operational Problems in Service Delivery Improving and Maintaining the Organisation s Environmental Performance Managing Remote Workers Partnership Working Understanding Governance of Organisations Knowledge and Information Management Understanding the Skills, Principles and Practice of Effective Management Coaching 18 and Mentoring *Credit value. **Guided learning hours.

3 Group Reference Unit title Level CV* GLH** Planning and Leading a Complex Team Activity Managing Equality and Diversity in Own Area Managing Risk in the Workplace Delegating Authority in the Workplace Developing People in the Workplace Developing Your Leadership Styles Management Communication Managing the Analysis of Secondary Data Managing a Healthy and Safe Environment Managing Meetings Managing Marketing Activities Data Collection and Analysis to Justify Management Decision Making Motivating People in the Workplace Solving Problems by Making Effective Decisions in the Workplace Managing and Implementing Change in the Workplace Understanding the Organisational Culture and Context Understanding Work in Contemporary Society Budgetary Planning and Control Interpreting Financial Statements to Assess Organisational Performance Using Financial Ratios Understanding the Importance of Marketing for an Organisation Using Quantitative Methods to Solve Management Problems Understanding the Economics of the Marketplace Developing a Culture to Support Innovation and Improvement Managing Operations Research 10

4 ILM Level Diploma in Principles of Leadership and Management Learning resources There is a range of materials available to support ILM qualifications, for full details browse online at ILM membership ILM membership brings access to a wide range of online resources, news and information that have been specially selected to support management learning and development. It s the ideal way to help learners get the most from their ILM programme and support their management career. Visit for more information. Our ethos Our qualifications combine innovative design with a strong focus on workplace performance, we believe this delivers well-rounded managers with a proven ability to perform to the required standards. Contact ILM The ILM Customer Service Team is dedicated to providing the very best in customer care. If you need guidance on any aspect of leadership and management development, whether at an individual or organisational level, contact ILM. T E enquiries@i-l-m.com 810/ILMLDPLM/V1/012

5 ILM LEVEL NVQ DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT ILM/LNDIM/V/0211 Introducing the qualification The ILM Level NVQ Diploma in Management has been specifically designed for middle managers with a wide span of control and accountability for performance, in particular those with responsibility for determining resource allocation and operational methods in their department or organisation. All of ILM s new NVQs in are part of the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF), applicable in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, providing successful learners with transferable unit credit. Learners take four mandatory units covering developing and implementing operational plans, working productively, providing leadership and direction, and planning change. They then choose from a diverse range of optional units to complete the qualification, tailoring their learning to meet their individual and organisational needs. Qualification overview Credit value Guided learning hours Structure Assessment Entry requirements Duration ILM Level NVQ Diploma in Management 01/020/X Minimum 8 Minimum 18 hours, maximum 218 hours Induction one hour Tutorial support at least two hours Four mandatory units from Group A with a credit value of 2 Optional Units from Group B to a minimum value of 1 credits, with at least one unit at Level. No more than 1 credits can be taken at Level ILM NVQs are assessed using evidence from the workplace. This could include observation, professional discussion, questioning/interviews/witness testimony, physical products of work (such as plans, reports, correspondence etc) or other methods allowed within the QCF. Please note simulation is not allowed. There are no formal entry requirements however learners: will undertake an initial assessment to determine the appropriate NVQ level and optional units should normally be employed in a team leading role to gather evidence from the workplace for assessment who are not currently in employment may be able to join the qualification if they are able to gather evidence of recent middle management experience in a paid or voluntary capacity from within a period of three years of registration. Completion within three years

6 ILM LEVEL NVQ DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT Overview of units Level Unit title Mandatory Group A Develop and evaluate operational plans for own area of responsibility Provide leadership and direction for own area of responsibility Plan change in own area of responsibility Work productively with colleagues and stakeholders Optional Group B Establish risk management processes for an organisation Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion across an organisation Examine staff turnover issues in own area of responsibility Developing collaborative relationships with other organisations Promote the use of technology within an organisation Manage health and safety across an organisation Monitor and review business processes Develop a customer-focused organisation Conduct a quality audit Manage product development and marketing Develop, maintain and review personal networks Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements Manage risk in own area of responsibility Review risk management processes in own area of responsibility Implement change in own area of responsibility Develop working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders Recruit staff in own area of responsibility Plan, allocate and monitor work in own area of responsibility Support learning and development within own area of responsibility Address performance problems affecting team members Build, support and manage a team Support individuals to develop and take responsibility for their performance Know how to follow disciplinary procedures Managing grievance procedures Support the management of redundancies in own area of responsibility Develop and implement a risk assessment plan in own area of responsibility Manage physical resources Manage the environmental impact of work activities Manage a tendering process Plan and manage a project Develop and implement marketing plans Analyse the market in which your organisation operates Manage the achievement of customer satisfaction Prepare for and support quality audits Inform strategic decision making Support the culture of an organisation Lead innovation within an organisation Manage a budget for own area or activity of work Outsource organisational processes Manage a programme of complementary projects CV* Learning resources There is a range of materials available to support ILM qualifications, for full details browse online at ILM membership All learners can gain free development support for six months with our Trial Membership package. ILM membership brings access to a wide range of online resources, news and information that have been specially selected to support management learning and development. It s the idea way to help learners get the most from their ILM programme and support their management career. Learners can simply visit and start their free Trial Membership anytime. Contact ILM The ILM Qualification and Membership teams are dedicated to providing the very best in customer care. If you need guidance on any aspect of leadership and management development, whether at an individual or organisational level, contact ILM. For information on any aspect of ILM qualifications and learning resources contact or customer@i-l-m.com For information on ILM membership contact or membership@i-l-m.com Customer Services Stowe House Netherstowe Lichfield WS1 TJ T F * Credit value. To gain the qualification learners must complete all the units in Group A plus a selection of optional units from Group B. Please see the structure section overleaf for details.