CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management

Choose a Qualification That Connects You to:

  • Specialist Knowledge to Drive Change

  • A Clear Path Towards Leadership Roles

  • A Career Partner

Transform Your Career with the Associate Diploma in People Management

With an Associate Diploma in People Management, you won’t just support change in your organisation – you’ll drive it. This qualification is perfect for those who enjoy developing and managing people, providing you with the skills and knowledge to take the next step in your HR career.

Why Choose the Associate Diploma in People Management?

  • Build on Existing Knowledge: Specialise in people management to enhance your HR expertise.

  • Expand Your Skills: Increase your knowledge in employment relationship management, talent management, and performance reward.

  • Advance Your Career: Take the next step into a more senior people profession role.

Career Opportunities

Gain the expertise needed 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 Will You Learn?

You’ll improve your people management knowledge and choose optional units tailored to your specific interests. The curriculum focuses on real scenarios, incorporating core behaviours from the CIPD’s Profession Map, based on insights from thousands of experts.

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:

  • 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

CIPD membership offers a badge of professionalism that’s internationally recognised, demonstrating your knowledge and commitment to the people profession. Upon registering for this qualification, you’ll join the CIPD as a Student Member, gaining access to:

  • Expert research, journals, and factsheets

  • Helplines and online communities to help build your network

Upon completing your qualification, you’ll be awarded CIPD Associate Membership and can use the designation Assoc CIPD after your name. This establishes your credibility as a people professional, raising your profile and opening doors to new opportunities.

A Game-Changing Qualification

At a Glance

This qualification is:

  • Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) Level 5 in England and Northern Ireland

  • Credit and Qualifications Framework (CQFW) Level 5 in Wales

  • Comparable to Level 7 in Ireland, Level 9 in Scotland, Level 5 European Qualifications Framework (EQF)