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ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership & Management

Study Method In-class, Online
Locations Online, London
Provider The Learning & Development Company
Recognition ILM
Start Date 25th November 2025, 9th December 2025, 3rd February 2026
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Course overview

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.

Who's It For?

This course is best suited to managers, middle managers, aspiring middle managers, team leaders.

Job outcomes

  • Middle to Senior Management Positions

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What you'll learn

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.

Recognitions

ILM

Accredited/ Certified by ILM

Study method

  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Online Online info icon
    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
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Locations

  • England
    • London
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Duration study load

  • 9 months – Part-time
  • Classroom: 9:30am – 16:30pm over two days.

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.

Course features

Key Benefits:

  • Gain an accredited qualification respected by employers nationwide.
  • Learn how to motivate, inspire, and bring the best out of your team.
  • Build confidence to tackle change, performance, and strategic challenges.
  • Unlock new opportunities for career growth and progression.

Assessment

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.

Subjects

Core 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.

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Payment options

Course fees – £1,795.95

  • No government funding is available for this course

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About The Learning & Development Company

At the Learning and Development Company, we specialise in providing 1st class service and are trusted by some of the world's most prestigious brands. Our CourseCheck.com ratings and participant evaluation. We offer a range of custom management programmes, open courses, virtual, 121 coaching, and distance learning solutions. We are an Approved Centre for the Institute of Leadership & Management, offering qualifications from level 2 to 7.

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