Who it's aimed at This qualification is designed for senior managers, directors, and business leaders who are responsible for setting and delivering organisational strategy. It is particularly suited to professionals involved in:• Strategic decision-making• Business growth and transformation• Strategic marketing and commercial planning• Leadership of teams, departments, or entire organisations Candidates who register for this qualification are typically operating at a senior level and wish to formalise and enhance their strategic leadership capability. Entry Requirements Be in a senior management or leadership role, have responsibility for strategy, planning, or organisational performance. Or in a role where there will be an opportunity to build this experience. Candidates must be aged 18 or above and must be in a role, or have access to an organisational context, that enables them to generate valid evidence for the qualification. Units options Group A- Mandatory units include: Develop a strategic business plan Execute a strategic business plan Provide strategic leadership and direction Optional unit must be chosen from each group and will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role. Options include: Group B (Minimum of 4, dependant on the unit credit level) Develop a business strategy Establish organisational governance controls Shape organisational culture and values Manage strategic human resources Obtain financial resources Lead the development of a quality strategy Lead the development of a continuous improvement strategy Establish business risk management processes Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion Design business processes Develop and manage collaborative relationships with other organisations Optimise the use of technology Manage product and/or service development Manage strategic marketing activities Lead the development of a knowledge management strategy Please note: This qualification will require written assignments. Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK.  This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to additional qualifications.

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Who it's aimed at This qualification is suitable across all occupations and sectors of employment and is aimed at individuals who have the ability and the opportunity to demonstrate recognisable management skills. For example, managing business processes, leading, planning and implementing change, managing finance, providing learning opportunities. Individuals may find that the focus of their work is more to do with managing projects, or with technical matters, than with people. Entry Requirements Relevant experience in leadership and management or in a role where there will be an opportunity to build this experience.  Candidates must be aged 18 or above and must be in a role, or have access to an organisational context, that enables them to generate valid evidence for the qualification. Turn Experienced Managers into High-Performing Leaders Today's organisations need managers who can lead change, improve performance, manage risk, and deliver strategic objectives. The Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Management & Leadership is a nationally recognised qualification designed for middle and senior managers who want to strengthen their leadership capability while achieving measurable business results. Unlike traditional classroom programmes, this qualification is completed through workplace-based projects and evidence, meaning learners apply their learning directly to real organisational challenges. Ideal For: Department Managers Operations Managers Team Leaders progressing into senior roles Project Managers Service Managers Experienced Supervisors with management responsibility What Participants Will Learn Managers will develop practical expertise in: ✓ Strategic Planning and Business Improvement✓ Leading Teams and Influencing Stakeholders✓ Managing Change and Organisational Transformation✓ Risk Management and Business Continuity✓ Operational Planning and Performance Management✓ Budget and Resource Management✓ Project Management✓ Developing People and Building High-Performing Teams✓ Quality Improvement and Continuous Improvement Strategies Why Invest in Level 5 Management and Leadership Development? This is not theoretical management training. Every activity is linked directly to the learner's role, ensuring immediate application and a tangible return on investment for the organisation. Your managers won't just learn about leadership they'll demonstrate it in practice. Units options Group A- Mandatory units include: Contribute to the development of a strategic plan Design business processes Manage strategic change Provide leadership and management Optional unit must be chosen from each group and will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role. Options include: Group B (Minimum of 4, dependant on the unit credit level) Establish business risk management processes Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion Develop and manage collaborative relationships with other organisations Optimise the use of technology Manage product and/or service development Develop and maintain professional networks Develop and implement an operational plan Encourage learning and development Discipline and grievance management Develop working relationships with stakeholders Manage a tendering process Manage physical resources Manage the impact of work activities on the environment Prepare for and support quality audits Conduct quality audits Manage a budget Manage a project Manage business risk Manage knowledge in an organisation Recruitment, selection and induction practice Manage redundancy and redeployment Lead the development of a knowledge management strategy Lead the development of a quality strategy Lead the development of a continuous improvement strategy Manage strategic marketing activities Group C (Minimum of 2, dependant on the unit credit level) Manage Health and Safety in own area of responsibility Contribute to the design and development of an information system Manage information systems Manage events Manage customer service operations Review the quality of customer service Developing sales proposals Prioritising information for sales planning Please note: This qualification may require written assignments. Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK.  This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to additional qualifications. One to consider: Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

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Who it's aimed at This qualification is appropriate for managers moving into a middle management position, who still retain responsibility for operational processes but are more removed from day-to-day line management duties. The qualification develops the knowledge and skills required to take on higher level responsibilities such as planning and implementing change. Entry Requirements Relevant experience in management or in a role where there will be an opportunity to build this experience.  Candidates must be aged 18 or above and must be in a role, or have access to an organisational context, that enables them to generate valid evidence for the qualification. Develop Managers Who Lead Teams, Drive Performance and Deliver Change As organisations grow, supervisors and team leaders are often promoted into management roles with greater responsibility for people, projects and operational performance. The Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Management provides the practical skills and confidence needed to make that transition successfully. This nationally recognised qualification develops capable managers who can lead teams, manage resources, improve performance and support organisational change—all while continuing to deliver results in the workplace. Because assessment is based on real workplace activities, managers immediately apply their learning to current business challenges, creating measurable value for the organisation. Ideal For: First Line Managers Team Leaders Department Supervisors Operations Supervisors Aspiring Middle Managers Experienced Team Members preparing for promotion What Participants Will Learn Managers will develop practical expertise in: ✓ Leadership and Team Management✓ Operational Planning and Performance Improvement✓ Stakeholder and Relationship Management✓ Managing Projects and Delivering Results✓ Budget and Resource Management✓ Risk Management and Business Continuity✓ Managing Change and Continuous Improvement✓ Staff Development, Coaching and Performance Reviews✓ Conflict Resolution and Difficult Conversations✓ Building Effective Cross-Department Collaboration Why Invest in Level 4 Management Development? Many managers are promoted because they are excellent at their job. This programme helps them become equally effective at managing people, performance and operational delivery. The result is a stronger management team, improved business performance and a clear pathway for future leadership development. Units options Group A- Mandatory units include: Provide leadership and management Develop and implement an operational plan Develop working relationships with stakeholders Manage personal and professional development Optional unit must be chosen from each group and will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role. Options include: Group B (Minimum of 4, dependant on the unit credit level) Develop and maintain professional networks Encourage learning and development Initiate and implement operational change Discipline and grievance management Manage a tendering process Manage physical resources Prepare for and support quality audits Conduct quality audits Manage a budget Manage a project Manage business risk Manage knowledge in an organisation Manage redundancy and redeployment Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace Manage team performance Manage individuals’ performance Manage individuals’ development in the workplace Chair and lead meetings Manage conflict within a team Procure products and/or services Implement and maintain business continuity plans and processes Collaborate with other departments Support remote or virtual teams Contribute to the development of a strategic plan Design business processes Develop and manage collaborative relationships with other organisations Optimise the use of technology Manage product and/or service development Encourage innovation Manage the impact of work activities on the environment Recruitment, selection and induction practices Group C (Minimum of 3, dependant on the unit credit level) Manage health and safety in own area of responsibility Contribute to the design and development of an information system Manage information systems Manage events Review the quality of customer service Contribute to the improvement of business performance Negotiate in a business environment Resolve customers’ problems Resolve customers’ complaints Analyse competitor activity Developing sales proposals Prioritising information for sales planning Manage customer service operations Please note: This qualification may require written assignments. Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK.  This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to additional qualifications. One to consider: Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

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