The CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management is aimed at HR professionals who want to gain a deeper understanding of HR within an organisation. You’ll explore the management of relationships, systems, and processes, and learn how to develop talent and build successful teams.
An ideal candidate for this programme will be someone in, or who aspires to move into, a role in Human Resources (HR) or People Management, where they will work across various functions within the organisation.
This may involve being responsible for a range of activities, including attracting and recruiting talent, supporting employee development and retention efforts, managing payroll and benefits, fostering positive employee relations, and ensuring compliance with employment law.
This programme will equip candidates with the skills to effectively manage these critical HR functions.
Complete within 9-12 months
121 coaching from a HR expert
7 interactive workshops
Online resources included
Organisational performance and culture in practice
Learn how to build a people-first culture where everyone feels connected, supported, and motivated to reach shared goals.
Evidence-based practice
Discover how to use data and real-world insights to create people-focused solutions that make a positive impact on individuals and teams.
Professional behaviours and valuing people
Develop skills to lead with empathy and fairness, fostering a respectful, inclusive environment where people feel valued and empowered.
Employment relationship management
Covering managing employment relationships, focusing on legal, ethical, and communication strategies to build trust, resolve conflicts, and create a positive work environment.
Talent management and workforce planning
Focus on aligning talent management and workforce planning with organisational goals, ensuring the right skills are in place to drive performance and growth.
Reward for performance and contribution
This unit covers designing reward strategies that motivate employees, align with performance, and support organizational goals.
Leadership and Management Development
Build the foundation for developing compassionate, inspiring leaders who bring out the best in people and create lasting positive change.
Diversity and Inclusion
Gain tools to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong and can contribute their unique strengths to the team.
You will meet with your coach at least every 8 weeks, so we can check in on your progress and provide any additional support you need. But please do reach out more regularly than this, and let us know if you’d like to catch up more regularly.
There are 7 assignments and these vary with word count ranging from 2500 to 5000. Each assignment will be slightly different in word count.
This qualification will be assessed by Assignments/Personal development plan & Leadership assessment and evaluation.
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Learnmore Network, The Lantern, 75 Hampstead Road, London, NW1 2PL






You may be eligible for an advanced learner loan if you are aged 19 or over, and do not hold an existing level 3 qualification (or above).
Getting an advanced learner loan doesn’t depend on your household income or your employment status, and there is no credit check. You won’t have to pay anything back until you are earning more than £25,000 per year (before tax and other deductions).
Advanced learner loans are suitable for anyone who:
This course is also available without a learner loan and you can pay over 9 monthly instalments (1 x£226 plus 8 x £220)