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Certificate in ILM – Leadership and Management
NFQ Level 5
- Evening
- In-Person
- 10 Weeks
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- Applications are currently closed for this course. Please check back for updated course information.
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What You'll Learn
On successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Apply essential leadership and management skills in your current or future role.
- Plan and manage change effectively within the workplace.
- Communicate clearly and professionally through business writing.
- Understand different leadership styles and how to apply them in real-world situations.
- Motivate and support team members to improve performance and achieve goals.
- Build stronger working relationships and lead with confidence.
- Reflect on your own leadership style and identify areas for personal development.
On successful completion of this course, you will receive the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Level 3 Award in Leadership and Management which is comparable to Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)
Timetable & Modules
Timetable:
This course takes place in-person, from 6pm – 9pm on Wednesday evenings.
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| Module | Title |
| 8600-302 | Planning Change in the Workplace |
| 8600-308 | Understanding Leadership |
| 8600-304 | Writing for Business |
| 8600-310 | Understanding how to motivate to improve performance |
Progression / Career
Graduates of this course can progress to or pursue supervisory or line management roles across a range of sectors or gain formal recognition in leadership,
Possible job titles include:
- Team Leader
- Supervisor
- Operations Coordinator
- Project Assistant
- Shift Supervisor
This qualification also supports progression to higher-level leadership and management training.
Entry Requirements
- Students must have level 4 skills and knowledge from the National Qualifications Framework or an ILM Level 2 qualification to succeed in this course. You can also show this through relevant life and work experience.
- Suited to team leaders seeking to move up to the next level of management or managers who need to lead people through organisational change, budget cuts or other pressures.
- This course is suitable for you if you have management responsibilities but no formal training and are serious about developing your leadership and management skills.
Eligibility
Non-EU/EEA applicants need permission to work in Ireland. For more details, see our eligibility section.
Cost / Fees
€360
You/your employer may be eligible for reduced course fees or a fee waiver (i.e. no cost).
We will talk to you about the possible low/no cost fees options during your application process.
Share This Course:
Real Students, Real Results!
"I found the modules and a lot of the content related to my day to day role, the company and our mission. I feel it will definitely benefit me when I move into a management or leadership position, even engaging with stakeholders and presenting to senior leadership. Sometimes conversations are difficult, sometimes projects are difficult and change can be difficult. For someone like me, having done this course I feel more equipped to work through changes and work through challenging situations."
Charlottle Madden Clark
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