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Provider DPG
Recognition CIPD
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Course overview

The CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management is the equivalent to an undergraduate degree and is designed to give you a deeper understanding of HR, giving you the tools to take on mid-level HR roles. You’ll study a wide breadth of HR principles, learning to evaluate the intricacies and effectiveness of HR models and practices.

You will cover key topics including talent management, workforce planning, employment law and reward. Successfully completing this course will lead to CIPD Associate Membership, opening up your path to develop your career and continue studying at the Advanced Level.

Who's It For?

The Associate Diploma is right for you if you’re currently working in, or aiming for, a mid-level HR role. That could include positions like:

  • People & Culture Manager
  • HR Manager
  • HR Advisor
  • HR Business Partner

If you’re just starting out in HR, take a look at the CIPD Foundation Certificate. Looking for a more senior role? Check out the CIPD Advanced Diploma.

Job outcomes

  • People & Culture Manager
  • HR Manager
  • HR Advisor
  • HR Business Partner

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Recognitions

CIPD

Accredited/ Certified by CIPD

Study method

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    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
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    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
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Duration study load

It takes most students, on average, 9-12 months to complete

Delivery

Choose from 100% online self-paced study or blended learning which includes online workshops led by expert tutors

Entry requirements

Aside from being aged 21 or over, there aren’t any formal entry requirements for this course. However, you should be able to meet the requirements of the learning outcomes and have the literacy and numeracy skills needed to complete the course.

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Course features

  • Interest-free affordable payment plans with low deposits to help you get CIPD qualified without breaking the bank.
  • 100% online or blended learning programmes so you can choose the learning style that suits you.
  • No exams, removing the stress of revision or planning it around a busy schedule.
  • Free access to the DPG Career Hub, providing access to thousands of resources to help you impress employers, master essential skills, and ace your career goals.
  • Handpicked expert tutors carefully selected based on their subject knowledge, recent industry experience, and ability to inspire you to achieve your goals.
  • Immediate starts, so there’s no waiting around, you can start building your future today!

Professional Recognition

You will achieve a globally recognised accreditation from CIPD.

Assessment

You’ll complete written assignments for each module that you study, and submit them online to be marked by our assessors and moderated by CIPD.

Subjects

This qualification is perfect for deepening your understanding of HR.

All topics are aligned with the Associate Level of the CIPD Profession Map so you can be sure that everything you learn will be useful, relevant, and respected at work.

It consists of 3 core units, 3 pathway units, and your choice of 1 optional unit:

Core Units
Organisational Performance and Culture in Practice
Evidence Based Practice
Professional Behaviours and Valuing People
Pathway Units
Employment Relationship Management
Talent Management and Workforce Planning
Reward for Performance and Contribution
Optional Units
Learners will select ONE from a possible six of the following
  • Specialist Employment Law
  • Advances in Digital Learning & Development
  • People Management in an International Context
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Leadership Management Development
  • Well-being at Work

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Payment options

Course fees – Was £2,899 Now £2,261

  • Interest-free payment plans for up to 18 months

  • No government funding available for this course

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About DPG

Sale now on, up to 25% off CIPD courses, your shortcut to success starts here!DPG has been providing training in Human Resources and Learning & Development for over 30 years.As a fully approved CIPD provider, with more than 30,000 successful students, we’re committed to helping you build the future you deserve.Our core purpose forms part of the DPG Difference – which you’ll see in every interaction you have with us before, during and after your programme.Learning with DPG is easy, and with a choice of 100% online or blended learning programmes you can pick a learning style that suits you or your team.Our tutors are experienced professionals with current industry knowledge. This gives you access to highly skilled people and a glimpse of what a better future could look like for you or your company.So why wait? Upgrade your career and transform your department with a professional qualification from DPG.

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