ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership & Management
The Learning and Development Company
In-person course including all materials and certification
Summary
Interest-free payment plans available.
- Tutor is available to students
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Location & dates
End date: 23/09/2026
Additional info: 09:30am - 16:30pm over two days. Lunch & refreshments provided. Please contact ross@thelearninganddevelopmentcompany.co.uk for more details
South East London
London
SE10NZ
United Kingdom
End date: 28/10/2026
Additional info: 09:30am - 16:30pm over two days. Lunch & refreshments provided. Please contact ross@thelearninganddevelopmentcompany.co.uk for more details
South East London
London
SE10NZ
United Kingdom
Overview
Qualification
City & Guilds Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management
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Description
The ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership & Management is a nationally recognised qualification designed for project managers, department heads, and practising middle managers. Equivalent in complexity to the second year of a degree, it focuses on building the skills, knowledge, and confidence required to manage teams effectively, drive performance, and prepare for senior management responsibilities. Through a blend of workshops, self-study, and one-to-one support, the programme combines practical tools with applied learning that makes a direct impact in the workplace.
What you’ll gain as an individual:
Apply core management techniques to deliver stronger results.
Develop the ability to lead, motivate, and inspire others.
Balance strategic leadership with operational management.
Benchmark and refine your managerial skills.
Raise your profile and progress towards senior roles.
Benefits for employers:
Build a pipeline of managers capable of strategic thinking and business improvement.
Increase engagement by investing in middle-management development.
Drive measurable performance gains through applied assignments.
Adapt the qualification to suit specific organisational needs.
Programme Structure & Delivery
The course runs over 6–9 months, offering two flexible learning options:
An immersive 2-day residential to build core foundations, followed by online workshops, guided self-study, and assignments.
A self-paced distance learning route for maximum flexibility.
Included in the programme:
Tailored one-to-one support via Zoom or telephone.
Full access to online course materials and resources.
Registration, certification, and structured deadlines.
Core Learning Modules
Managing for Efficiency & Effectiveness (4 credits) – A 2-day course on aligning vision, mission, and goals with operational excellence while refining leadership style.
Leading Innovation & Change (5 credits) – A 2-hour workshop using S.W.O.T & PESTLE analysis and the change curve to manage innovation and lead people through change.
Managing Equality & Diversity in Your Area (4 credits) ORCoaching & Mentoring in an Organisational Context (6 credits) – Specialist pathways to either strengthen inclusivity or master workplace coaching frameworks like GROW.
Learning Journey
Each module ends with an assignment, giving learners 4–6 weeks to apply their skills to real-world challenges in their own role — ensuring knowledge is embedded and organisational benefits are immediate.
Who is this course for?
This course is best suited to managers, middle managers, aspiring middle managers, team leaders.
Career path
Middle to Senior Management Positions
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