LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT Level 5 Certificate

Level 5
Skill Up
eCampus
City & Guilds

Overview

The Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management is designed for practising middle managers, helping them to develop their skills and experience, improve performance and prepare for senior management responsibilities. It allows learners to use core management techniques to drive better results and to develop ability to lead, motivate and inspire. It also prepare learners for strategic leadership as well as day-to-day management and benchmarking managerial skills.

Throughout the course, participants will explore various aspects of leadership and management. They will gain a deep understanding of leadership theories and styles, and how they can be applied in different organisational contexts. Participants will learn essential skills such as communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict resolution, which are crucial for effective leadership and management.

All staff delivering on this programme are highly experienced with extensive knowledge of management and leadership.

This course will be delivered, supported and assessed through the use of common digital tools such as Microsoft Office, online learning resources and online meetings. Prospective learners should therefore have a level of competence and confidence in the use of IT before applying for this course.

Eligibility for this course includes:

Applicants should have achieved a level 3 qualification through the completion of A-Levels, National Awards, Access or other alternative approved qualifications.
Applicants must be currently employed in a leadership/managerial role.

You must upload the following documents to the application portal:

Photographic ID
Qualifications achieved
Letter/e-mail from your employer to state that you are in a leadership/management role

This course is funded through the Skill Up programme. All applicants must meet the following entry requirements.

Applicants must be 18 years of age on or before the course start date.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Northern Ireland.
Applicants must be ‘settled’ in Northern Ireland, and have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least three years; or are a person who has indefinite leave to enter or remain in the UK.

Candidates are only permitted to complete a maximum of two free courses at a time.

Modules include:

Becoming an effective leader
Making professional presentations
Managing Stress and Conflict in the Organisation
Management communications

Assessment is completed through assignments which are submitted online.

The Level 5 Certificate in Leadership & Management is a recognised qualification in its own right. Level 5 holders may be eligible for entrance onto the Level 7 Strategic Leadership and Management offered at Southern Regional College.

Upon successful completion of the Leadership and Management Level 5 Certificate, participants will be equipped with the necessary skills to take on middle and senior leadership and management roles in a variety of industries and sectors. They will be prepared to lead teams, manage projects, and drive organisational success. Graduates may find employment opportunities as department managers, senior managers or progress to higher-level management positions.