ILM Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management

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QAN: 600/5855/9

Overview

The ILM Level 5 Award for Leadership and Management is a recognised qualification designed for middle managers and aspiring senior managers who want to develop their leadership and management capabilities. It provides learners with the essential tools, strategies, and knowledge they need to lead teams effectively and contribute to organisational success.

This qualification helps learners become more competent, confident, and effective managers. It not only improves their day-to-day leadership but also strengthens their long-term career prospects.

Delivery Methods

The London College of Professional Studies (LCPS) offers a variety of flexible delivery methods to meet the diverse needs of learners. These include blended Learning and online. The learners can choose the mode of study at their convenience.

Learners are able to:

  • Access all Course Materials including online modules, written assignments, and study notes
  • Assignment Briefings to help learners understand assessment requirements
  • Assignment Marking and Constructive Feedback from qualified tutors
  • Receive excellent-quality study notes.
  • Teacher Support throughout the learning journey
  • 24/7 Access to the LCPS user-friendly online learning portal.
  • Dedicated Customer Service via live chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday).
  • Ongoing Academic Support until successful course completion

The London College of Professional Studies ensures a flexible, accessible, and fully supported learning experience for all ILM Level 5 learners—empowering them to succeed in their leadership journey.

Duration

Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management is available in 2 duration modes:

  • 02 Months (Fast Track)
  • 04 Months

Accreditation

The ILM Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management is accredited by (Institute of Leadership and Management.), an Ofqual-regulated awarding body.

Course Delivery

  • Online

Entry Requirements

These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above.

The entry profile for learners is likely to include at least one of the following:

  • Relevant Level 4 Diploma qualification or equivalent qualification, or
  • Substantial experience as a manager or supervisor

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Module Structure

Minimum 6 credits Maximum 12 credits from Group 1

Unit Title Level CV*
Managing Improvement 5 3
Developing Critical Thinking 5 4
Leading Innovation and Change 5 5
Managing Individual Development 5 4
Understanding the Organisational Environment 5 5
Understanding Organisational Culture and Ethics 5 3
Managing Customer Relations 5 3
Managing Projects in the Organisation 5 4
Managing Recruitment 5 5
Managing Work Analysis 5 3
Making Professional Presentations 5 2
Developing and Leading Teams to Achieve Organisational Goals and Objectives 5 4
Assessing Your Own Leadership Capability and Performance 5 6
Managing Own Continuing Professional Development (Certificate and Diploma only) 5 15
Becoming an Effective Leader 5 5
Improving and Maintaining the Organisation’s Environmental Performance 5 5
Managing Remote Workers 5 5
Partnership Working 5 4
Understanding Governance of Organisations 5 6
Improving Own Leadership Performance Through Action Learning (Diploma only) 5 15

Modules

  1. Be able to critically assess own beliefs, attitudes and value systems
  2. Be able to critically assess the validity of management theories in relation to own beliefs, attitudes and values

  1. Understand the need for innovation and change management within an organisation
  2. Be able to propose innovative solutions to improve organisational performance

  1. Be able to evaluate individual performance in an organisation
  2. Be able to implement a personal development plan, for an individual in an organisation

  1. Be able to analyse how an organisation is affected by the macro-environment
  2. Understand the impact of economic and political factors on the organisation
  3. Understand the legal environment within which the organisation operates

  1. Be able to use environmental scanning to find and retain customers
  2. Understand how the customer supply chain operates to meet customer requirements

  1. Understand human resource planning in an organisation
  2. Be able to plan and implement recruitment in line with legal and organisational requirements

  1. Understand the strategic context and purpose of work analysis
  2. Be able to conduct a work analysis to improve organisational performance
  3. e able to make decisions based on work analysis outcomes

  1. Understand the importance of leading teams to achieve organisational goals and objectives
  2. Be able to develop and lead teams

  1. Understand leadership styles within an organisation
  2. Be able to review effectiveness of own leadership capability and performance in meeting organisational values and goals
  3. Be able to adopt an effective leadership style to motivate staff to achieve organisational values and goals

  1. Understand own ability to fulfil key responsibilities of the leadership role
  2. Be able to evaluate own ability to lead others

  1. Understand the strategic context of environmental sustainability
  2. Understand how to identify and resolve environmental problems and issues through an environmental audit

  1. Understand the different forms of remote working that can best apply for business/enterprise requirements
  2. Be able to apply the legislative and regulatory requirements for remote working
  3. Understand the benefits and disadvantages from managing remote workers

  1. Understand the role and responsibilities of governance within an organisation
  2. Understand the legal and financial undertakings of a governing body
  3. Understand how to influence the effectiveness of the governing body

What could this qualification lead to?

Having a Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management can open a range of career opportunities, including roles in:

  • Middle management
  • Team leader or supervisor positions
  • Project management
  • Human resources management
  • Operations management
  • Business development and entrepreneurship

Progression

Completing the Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management typically provides individuals with a strong foundation of management knowledge, including leadership theories, decision-making techniques, and project management. This knowledge can then be applied in the workplace, leading to increased confidence, effectiveness, and success in management roles or ILM Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management.

Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission only

No Exams

Payment Plan

Mode of Study: (Online)
Option 1: Full Payment
Fee £800
Fee (discounted) £550
Option 2: Instalment Plan
Instalment Plan: £200 deposit

4 monthly instalments of £110

 

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