Management and Leadership CMI Level 5 Certificate
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PEOPLE MANAGEMENT CIPD LEVEL 5 ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA
Overview
About the Course
With an Associate Diploma in People Management, you’ll move beyond supporting change to actively driving it, developing advanced HR expertise and leadership skills that position you as a catalyst for organisational success and professional growth.
The PEOPLE MANAGEMENT CIPD LEVEL 5 ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA is designed for those who enjoy developing and managing people, offering a blend of core units and specialist modules that allow you to focus on the areas most relevant to your ambitions. This qualification builds on your existing knowledge, deepening your understanding of employment relationship management, talent management, and performance reward, while equipping you to step confidently into more senior people profession roles.
You will gain expertise suited to a range of positions, including HR Business Partner or Manager, People Analyst, Employee Relations Manager, Diversity and Inclusion Specialist, Resourcing Business Partner, Reward and Benefits Manager, and Talent Manager. The curriculum covers organisational performance and culture, evidence-based practice, professional behaviour, workforce planning, and specialist employment law, ensuring a comprehensive and practical learning experience.
Teaching is delivered face-to-face where possible, with some online and self-directed study, and assessment is continuous through a variety of written assignments. With a strong emphasis on professional development and real-world application, this diploma prepares you to make a meaningful impact in your organisation and provides a clear progression route to the CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management.
For further information please contact us at professionalstudies@farn-ct.ac.uk
Fees
| FEE | COST |
|---|---|
| Tuition | £2250 |
Please note that while we make reasonable adjustments to remove any barriers to education, additional fees may be payable where this is not possible. For example, to provide additional support due to a disability. Please contact us if you believe you have any additional needs so that we can discuss your options before enrolling on a course.
Your Course
How will I be taught?
Students must achieve an 80% minimum attendance requirement and commit to self-directed study, equivalent to the time spent in college, when preparing for class/group work, academic research and assignments. You will also be required to attend pre-arranged individual tutorials. The 33 weeks are not consecutive and college holidays are taken as indicated on the college website.
Our classes will be face-to face teaching where possible. However, there may be the occasional need for classes to be taught on-line and to complete remote self study. You will, therefore, need technology that can support the use of Microsoft Teams.
What modules are covered?
- Organisational performance and culture in practice
- Evidence-based practice
- Professional behaviour and valuing people
- Employment relationship management
- Talent management and workforce planning
- Reward for performance and contribution
- Specialist employment law
How will I be assessed?
Continuous assessment is used throughout the course by a variety of written assignments.
Your Future
What Next?
After successfully completing this qualification, you will be welcome to progress to the CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management.
Entry Requirements
What is the entry process?
This course is aimed at students who have completed a level 3 course: that is either a CIPD Level 3 course, A Levels, National Diploma or equivalent. You must also have some experience working in people management or a role that has significant people management content, such as a line manager role. This course may also be suitable for those with a degree in a non-related subject, who would like to enter the people management profession, and have some relevant work experience within other professions.
An interview with a member of the teaching team is required, prior to, or at enrolment and this will be completed at one of the open evening events run by the college or remotely via a Teams call.
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Ask a Question
Please contact us through the form below. After submitting a form we will contact you as soon as possible. We will delete your information one month after the beginning of the next academic year.
Apply
You can apply for this course online.
| START DATE | TIME | DURATION | APPLY |
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| 09/09/2026 | 09:30 - 17:00 | 33 Weeks | Add to basket |
| 10/09/2026 | 13:00 - 20:30 | 33 Weeks | Add to basket |
| 20/01/2027 | 09:30 - 17:00 | 33 Weeks | Add to basket |
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| Start Date | 09/09/2026 |
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| Time | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Duration | 33 Weeks |
| Start Date | 10/09/2026 |
| Time | 13:00 - 20:30 |
| Duration | 33 Weeks |
| Start Date | 20/01/2027 |
| Time | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Duration | 33 Weeks |
| Start Date | 21/01/2027 |
| Time | 13:00 - 21:00 |
| Duration | 33 Weeks |
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WHY STUDY AT FARNBOROUGH?
CAREER FOCUSED DEGREES
We focus on giving you the skills and knowledge to kick-start your career, which is why many of our courses are more hands-on than you might expect.
CLASSROOM BASED LECTURES
Our class sizes are similar to college, which means you won’t get lost in the crowd or feel like just a number with us.
SMALL CAMPUS EXPERIENCE
Our small campus is full of plants, natural light, and new facilities that will help you feel good while studying. Plus, you’ll have exclusive access to University Centre study spaces in the College.
PLENTY OF PERSONALISED SUPPORT
Studying a degree at a small institution means your lecturers will know all your strengths and weaknesses, and give you valuable feedback and support to help you go further.
University Centre Farnborough
C/O Farnborough College of Technology, Boundary Road, Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 6SB
Call: 01252 405555 Email: info@farn-ct.ac.uk
