CIPD Qualifications
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
CIPD
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development is the professional body for those who work in People Management and Learning Development. Founded in 1913, the CIPD is a not-for-profit organisation that sets industry standards across the people management sector.
Why choose a CIPD qualification?
The CIPD is recognised world wide as a benchmark for professional standards across the people management sector. Over 20,000 people study for a CIPD qualification every single year.
Having a CIPD accredited qualification on your CV means that you will not only show your business acumen and academic success, but also carry the reputation and credibility of the CIPD which is widely regarded for its integrity across the sector.
With a CIPD accredited qualification, you can expect to earn a higher salary by being qualified than if starting out unqualified.
Desired by employers, having a CIPD qualification in your arsenal will be an essential tool you can use in developing your career and to achieve responsibility and reward.
With Busec Nova, you will be studying up-to-date theory and best practice, demonstrating your commitment to your professional development.
What CIPD qualifications are available?
The CIPD are always researching the needs of people and organisations, offering the very latest solutions in an ever-changing world. There are five qualifications across three levels to choose from, each designed to meet your needs.
Foundation Level
There is just one qualification at foundation level and it covers both people management and L&D:
Associate Level
There is a choice of two qualifications at the associate level:
Advanced Level
There is a choice of two qualifications at the advanced level:
What is CIPD membership?
When studying for a CIPD qualification, you will also need to apply for a student membership. Once qualified, you can maintain your membership and the benefits include:
- Access to the latest resources including; policy reports, business journals, interactive tools, factsheets and more
- Resource for employment law and commercial legal help
- Access to the award-winning CIPD magazine, People Management
- Invites to events across the globe, includingconferences, networking events and training programmes with peers & industry professionals
- Career support
- Exclusive discounts & rewards
- Exclusive wellbeing services
What are the different levels of CIPD membership?
Student member - The entry level membership for when you are studying for a CIPD qualification.
Foundation member - For level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice graduates.
Associate member - For level 5 & Level 7 CIPD Qualification graduates.
Chartered member - For level 7 CIPD qualification graduates working strategically and operationally in senior roles.
Chartered fellow - For level 7 CIPD qualification graduates working in the people profession. This level is for those who are combining strategic insight and people expertise with commercial acumen in senior roles.
Experience assessment routes available for Associate members, Chartered members and Chartered fellows.
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