ILM Level 7 - United Kingdom

ILM Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Leadership and Management Course Outline

Total Credit Value – 21

Total Guided Learning Hours – 39

Unit 8618-601: Developing Personal Effectiveness and Impact

Credit Value – 6

Guided Learning Hours - 14

Module 1: Apply the Meta Skills Required for an Effective Manager

• Communication Skills and Their Use within the Management Role
  • Introduction to Meta Skills
  • Communications Skills in Management Role
  • Effective Use of Communication Skills at Internal and External Level
• Assess Own Skills in Critical Thinking and Its Relevance to Problem Solving
  • Critical thinking to analyse all available facts, evidence, observations and arguments
  • Theories of critical thinking Like bounded rationality
  • Different Critical thinking skills
  • 3C’s of Complex Problem Solving
• Compare and Creative Thinking Tools/Techniques
  • Creative Thinking Models
  • Creative Tools/Techniques
• Produce an Action Plan
  • Peer Learning
  • Action Sets
  • Reflective Practice
  • Research
  • Webinars

Module 2: Leader Behaviours within an Organisation

• Evaluate Models of Continuous Development and Their Importance
  • Introduction to Continuous Development
  • Continuous Development Models: Peer, Collaborative, and Experiential
  • Importance of Continuous Learning at Management Level
• Analyse the Characteristics of a Self-Aware Leader
  • Characteristics of Self-Aware Leader
  • Ability to be Self-Aware and Understand Impact of Own Behaviours
• How They Apply to Own Behaviours?
• Evaluate Theories of Behaviours which Support Impression Management
  • Introduction to Impression Management
  • Models of Behaviours: Folkman’s, Lewin, and Goffman

Module 3: Apply Their Understanding of Crisis Management, Agility and Resilience

• Importance of Crisis Management
  • Stages of Crisis Management
  • Prevent Damage to Organisations Reputation
  • Understand Factors That Led to Crisis
  • Restore Calm and Stability
  • Develop Adaptive Coping Strategies for Future Situations
• Critique Organisational Agility and Resilience
  • Organisational Agility
  • Organisational Resilience
• Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness
  • Assessment of Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness for Crisis Management, Agility, and Resilience
• Produce an Action Plan to Develop Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness
  • Setting SMART Action Plan

Unit 8618-609: Principles and Practices of Risk Management

Credit Value – 5

Guided Learning Hours - 10

Module 4: Importance of Risk Management, Analysis, and Control

• Evaluate the Benefits of Risk Management in the Workplace
  • Introduction to Risk Management
  • Benefits of Risk Management
  • Potential Barriers to Risk Management in the Workplace
• Assess Own Organisation’s Risk Management Approach
• Evaluate Techniques Supporting the Identification and Analysis of Risk
• Analyse Control Strategies to Manage Risk

Module 5: Develop a Risk Management Plan

• Appraise Methods of Monitoring and Reporting Risk
• Analyse Contingency Planning and Crisis Management
• Create a Risk Management Plan for Identification and Mitigation of Risks

Unit 8618-703: Developing Strategic Leadership and Management Capability

Credit Value – 10

Guided Learning Hours - 15

Module 6: Senior Leadership and Management

• Introduction to Senior Leadership
• Analyse the Strategic Context of a Learner
• Identify the Espoused Strategic Leadership and Management Capabilities
• Evaluate the Congruence of Leadership and Management Actions
• How Organisational Culture Influences Leadership Styles?
• Aligning Leadership Practices with Organisational Values
• Managing the Dual Role of Operational Oversight and Strategic Direction
• Prioritising Actions that Drive Long-Term Success
• Role of Influence and Power in Leadership
• Developing Resilience and Agility in Leadership Practices

Module 7: Design an Investigation and Implementation Plan of Leadership and Management

• Investigation of Relevance to Leadership and Management with Data
• Developing Research Questions
• Alignment Between Research Objectives and Organisational Goals
• Formulate a Plan for the Leadership
• Aligning Leadership Plans with Organisational Vision
• Evaluate the Sources of Information and Development
• How They Might Inform the Investigation?
• Professional Development Plan
• Stakeholder Needs Analysis
• Evaluation of Information Presented

Module 8: Implement and Evaluate the Results of the Investigation

• Impact of Professional Network on Thinking with Regard to Leadership
• Evaluate the Impact of the Implementation of Plan
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Evaluating the Success of Leadership
• Identifying Factors Impacting the Success or Failure of Implementation Efforts
• Using Stakeholder Feedback to Refine Leadership Approaches
• Communicate the Impact of the Investigation to Specified Stakeholders
• Adapting Leadership Strategies Based on Investigation Results
• Establishing a Framework for Ongoing Assessment
• Documenting and Reporting the Investigation Process

ILM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management Training Course Outline

Total Credit Value – 46

Total Guided Learning Hours - 92

Unit 8618-601: Developing Personal Effectiveness and Impact

Credit Value: 6

Guided Learning Hours: 14

Module 1: Apply the Meta Skills Required for an Effective Manager

• Communication Skills and Their Use within the Management Role
• Introduction to Meta Skills
• Communications Skills in Management Role
• Effective Use of Communication Skills at Internal and External Level
• Assess Own Skills in Critical Thinking and Its Relevance to Problem Solving
• Critical thinking to analyse all available facts, evidence, observations and arguments
• Theories of critical thinking Like bounded rationality
• Different Critical thinking skills 
• 3C’s of Complex Problem Solving
• Compare and Creative Thinking Tools/Techniques
• Creative Thinking Models
• Creative Tools/Techniques
• Produce an Action Plan
• Peer Learning
• Action Sets
• Reflective Practice
• Research
• Webinars

Module 2: Leader Behaviours within an Organisation

• Evaluate Models of Continuous Development and Their Importance
• Introduction to Continuous Development
• Continuous Development Models: Peer, Collaborative, and Experiential
• Importance of Continuous Learning at Management Level
• Analyse the Characteristics of a Self-Aware Leader 
• Characteristics of Self-Aware Leader
• Ability to be Self-Aware and Understand Impact of Own Behaviours
• How They Apply to Own Behaviours?
• Evaluate Theories of Behaviours which Support Impression Management
• Introduction to Impression Management
• Models of Behaviours: Folkman’s, Lewin, and Goffman

Module 3: Apply Their Understanding of Crisis Management, Agility and Resilience

• Importance of Crisis Management
• Stages of Crisis Management
• Prevent Damage to Organisations Reputation
• Understand Factors That Led to Crisis
• Restore Calm and Stability
• Develop Adaptive Coping Strategies for Future Situations
• Critique Organisational Agility and Resilience
• Organisational Agility
• Organisational Resilience
• Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness
• Assessment of Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness for Crisis Management, Agility, and Resilience
• Produce an Action Plan to Develop Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness
• Setting SMART Action Plan

Unit 8618-608: Delivering a commercially focused strategy

Credit Value: 8

Guided Learning Hours: 17

Module 4: Promoting Creative Culture and Team Performance

• Reflect on Leadership Suitability in a Creative Culture
• Evaluate Creative Culture Components for Strategy
• Analyse High-Performance Team Factors

Module 5: Strategic Commercial Review

• Evaluate Organisational Strategy
• Analyse Organisational Capacity for Strategy Revision
• Analyse Markets for Strategic Opportunities
• Revise Commercial Strategy

Module 6: Strategy Delivery to Stakeholders

• Develop Strategy Pitch for Stakeholders
• Present Strategy to Stakeholders

Unit 8618-609: Principles and Practices of Risk Management

Credit Value: 5

Guided Learning Hours: 10

Module 7: Importance of Risk Management, Analysis, and Control

• Evaluate the Benefits of Risk Management in the Workplace
• Introduction to Risk Management
• Benefits of Risk Management
• Potential Barriers to Risk Management in the Workplace
• Assess Own Organisation’s Risk Management Approach 
• Evaluate Techniques Supporting the Identification and Analysis of Risk
• Analyse Control Strategies to Manage Risk

Module 8: Develop a Risk Management Plan

• Appraise Methods of Monitoring and Reporting Risk
• Analyse Contingency Planning and Crisis Management
• Create a Risk Management Plan for Identification and Mitigation of Risks 

Unit 8618-700: Developing Leadership and Management Capability Through Enquiry

Credit Value: 20

Guided Learning Hours: 30

Module 9: Enquiry-Based Approach

• Introduction to Enquiry-Based Approach
• Principles of Enquiry-Based Learning
• Benefits of a Research-Oriented Approach
• Identifying Complex Situations in Leadership and Management
• Common Challenges Faced in Complex Organisational Environments
• Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
• Critical Analysis of Leadership and Management Theories
• Conducting Enquiry in a Learner-Specific Context
• Strategies for Addressing Uncertainty and Ambiguity in Leadership

Module 10: Design and Undertake an Enquiry-Based Approach

• Purpose a Valid Enquiry
• Current Practice in Leadership and Management
• Undertake Data-Driven Enquiry
• Design the Enquiry Process
• Collect Data
• Analyse the Data
• Present Your Findings
• Reflect on Enquiry Process
• Apply the Findings
• Summary Reports, Tables, Webinar, Podcast
• Portfolio of Evidence, Minutes of Meetings, Slide show with Voice Over 

Module 11: Evaluate and Deliver the Outcome of Enquiry-Based Learning

• Define Evaluation Objectives
• Clarify the Purpose
• Set Measurable Goals
• Select Evaluation Methods
• Choose Appropriate Tools
• Use Mixed Methods
• Assess the Enquiry Process
• Evaluate Engagement
• Review Research Quality
• Analyse Problem-Solving Approaches
• Evaluate Learning Outcomes
• Knowledge Acquisitions
• Skill Development
• Application of Learning
• Gather Feedback from Learners
• Self-Assessment 
• Peer Feedback
• Instructor Feedback
• Synthesise and Analyse Data
• Combine Data
• Interpret Results
• Deliver the Outcome
• Prepare a Summary Report
• Written or Recorded Narrative
• Communicate Results to Stakeholders
• Provide Actionable Feedback
• Specific and Constructive Feedback
• Recommendations for Future Enquiries 
• Reflect on the Evaluation Process
• Review the Evaluation Methods
• Document Insights and Lessons Learned
• Follow Up and Continuous Improvement
• Implement Changes
• Encourage Lifelong Learning

Unit 8618-717: Evolving Approaches in Leadership and Management

Credit Value: 7

Guided Learning Hours: 21

Module 12: Innovation and Change in an Evolving World and Potential Impacts on Leadership and Management

• Analyse the Effects of Innovation and Change and Its Impact on Leadership
• Dynamic and Future Focused Working Environment
• Impact of Innovation and Change
• Fostering an Environment and Culture of Innovation and Change in an Evolving World
• Current Leadership Thinking in a Dynamic Working Environment
• Methods to Appraise Impacts on Leadership 
• Cultural Engagement Techniques and Behaviours
• Analyse the Effects of Innovation and Change and Its Impact on Management
• Techniques to Enable Innovation and Change in an Evolving World
• Current Management Theories
• Methods to Appraise Impacts on Management

Module 13: Create a Development Plan

• Research Evolving Trends of Leadership and Management Practices
• Evolving Trends of Leadership in an Evolving World 
• Past School of Thoughts, Current Thinking, Emergent Thinking
• Leadership Practices that to Support an Evolving World
• Evolving Trends of Management in Dynamic Working Environment
• Management Practices in the Context of an Evolving World
• Review Own and Organisational Leadership and Management Approaches
• Skills Radar
• Organisational Skills Gap Analysis 
• Johnson and Scholes - Cultural Web Analysis Theory
• Plan Own and Organisational Future Leadership and Management Development

ILM Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management Course Outline

Total Credit Value – 68

Total Guided Learning Hours – 150

Unit 8618-601: Developing Personal Effectiveness and Impact

Credit Value – 6

Guided Learning Hours - 14

Module 1: Apply the Meta Skills Required for an Effective Manager

• Communication Skills and Their Use within the Management Role
  • Introduction to Meta Skills
  • Communications Skills in Management Role
  • Effective Use of Communication Skills at Internal and External Level
• Assess Own Skills in Critical Thinking and Its Relevance to Problem Solving
  • Critical thinking to analyse all available facts, evidence, observations and arguments
  • Theories of critical thinking Like bounded rationality
  • Different Critical thinking skills
  • 3C’s of Complex Problem Solving
• Compare and Creative Thinking Tools/Techniques
  • Creative Thinking Models
  • Creative Tools/Techniques
• Produce an Action Plan
  • Peer Learning
  • Action Sets
  • Reflective Practice
  • Research
  • Webinars

Module 2: Leader Behaviours within an Organisation

• Evaluate Models of Continuous Development and Their Importance
  • Introduction to Continuous Development
  • Continuous Development Models: Peer, Collaborative, and Experiential
  • Importance of Continuous Learning at Management Level
• Analyse the Characteristics of a Self-Aware Leader
  • Characteristics of Self-Aware Leader
  • Ability to be Self-Aware and Understand Impact of Own Behaviours
• How They Apply to Own Behaviours?
• Evaluate Theories of Behaviours which Support Impression Management
  • Introduction to Impression Management
  • Models of Behaviours: Folkman’s, Lewin, and Goffman

Module 3: Apply Their Understanding of Crisis Management, Agility and Resilience

• Importance of Crisis Management
  • Stages of Crisis Management
  • Prevent Damage to Organisations Reputation
  • Understand Factors That Led to Crisis
  • Restore Calm and Stability
  • Develop Adaptive Coping Strategies for Future Situations
• Critique Organisational Agility and Resilience
  • Organisational Agility
  • Organisational Resilience
• Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness
  • Assessment of Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness for Crisis Management, Agility, and Resilience
• Produce an Action Plan to Develop Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness
  • Setting SMART Action Plan

Unit 8618-609: Principles and Practices of Risk Management

Credit Value – 5

Guided Learning Hours - 10

Module 4: Importance of Risk Management, Analysis, and Control

• Evaluate the Benefits of Risk Management in the Workplace
  • Introduction to Risk Management
  • Benefits of Risk Management
  • Potential Barriers to Risk Management in the Workplace
• Assess Own Organisation’s Risk Management Approach
• Evaluate Techniques Supporting the Identification and Analysis of Risk
• Analyse Control Strategies to Manage Risk

Module 5: Develop a Risk Management Plan

• Appraise Methods of Monitoring and Reporting Risk
• Analyse Contingency Planning and Crisis Management
• Create a Risk Management Plan for Identification and Mitigation of Risks

Unit 8618-700: Developing Leadership and Management Capability Through Enquiry

Credit Value – 20

Guided Learning Hours - 30

Module 6: Enquiry-Based Approach

• Introduction to Enquiry-Based Approach
• Principles of Enquiry-Based Learning
• Benefits of a Research-Oriented Approach
• Identifying Complex Situations in Leadership and Management
• Common Challenges Faced in Complex Organisational Environments
• Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
• Critical Analysis of Leadership and Management Theories
• Conducting Enquiry in a Learner-Specific Context
• Strategies for Addressing Uncertainty and Ambiguity in Leadership

Module 7: Design and Undertake an Enquiry-Based Approach

• Purpose a Valid Enquiry
• Current Practice in Leadership and Management
• Undertake Data-Driven Enquiry
• Design the Enquiry Process
• Collect Data
• Analyse the Data
• Present Your Findings
• Reflect on Enquiry Process
• Apply the Findings
• Summary Reports, Tables, Webinar, Podcast
• Portfolio of Evidence, Minutes of Meetings, Slide show with Voice Over

Module 8: Evaluate and Deliver the Outcome of Enquiry-Based Learning

• Define Evaluation Objectives
  • Clarify the Purpose
  • Set Measurable Goals
• Select Evaluation Methods
  • Choose Appropriate Tools
  • Use Mixed Methods
• Assess the Enquiry Process
  • Evaluate Engagement
  • Review Research Quality
  • Analyse Problem-Solving Approaches
• Evaluate Learning Outcomes
  • Knowledge Acquisitions
  • Skill Development
  • Application of Learning
• Gather Feedback from Learners
  • Self-Assessment
  • Peer Feedback
  • Instructor Feedback
• Synthesise and Analyse Data
  • Combine Data
  • Interpret Results
• Deliver the Outcome
  • Prepare a Summary Report
  • Written or Recorded Narrative
  • Communicate Results to Stakeholders
• Provide Actionable Feedback
  • Specific and Constructive Feedback
  • Recommendations for Future Enquiries
• Reflect on the Evaluation Process
  • Review the Evaluation Methods
  • Document Insights and Lessons Learned
• Follow Up and Continuous Improvement
  • Implement Changes
  • Encourage Lifelong Learning

Unit 8618-703: Developing Strategic Leadership and Management Capability

Credit Value – 10

Guided Learning Hours - 15

Module 9: Senior Leadership and Management

• Introduction to Senior Leadership
• Analyse the Strategic Context of a Learner
• Identify the Espoused Strategic Leadership and Management Capabilities
• Evaluate the Congruence of Leadership and Management Actions
• How Organisational Culture Influences Leadership Styles?
• Aligning Leadership Practices with Organisational Values
• Managing the Dual Role of Operational Oversight and Strategic Direction
• Prioritising Actions that Drive Long-Term Success
• Role of Influence and Power in Leadership
• Developing Resilience and Agility in Leadership Practices

Module 10: Design an Investigation and Implementation Plan of Leadership and Management

• Investigation of Relevance to Leadership and Management with Data
• Developing Research Questions
• Alignment Between Research Objectives and Organisational Goals
• Formulate a Plan for the Leadership
• Aligning Leadership Plans with Organisational Vision
• Evaluate the Sources of Information and Development
• How They Might Inform the Investigation?
• Professional Development Plan
• Stakeholder Needs Analysis
• Evaluation of Information Presented

Module 11: Implement and Evaluate the Results of the Investigation

• Impact of Professional Network on Thinking with Regard to Leadership
• Evaluate the Impact of the Implementation of Plan
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Evaluating the Success of Leadership
• Identifying Factors Impacting the Success or Failure of Implementation Efforts
• Using Stakeholder Feedback to Refine Leadership Approaches
• Communicate the Impact of the Investigation to Specified Stakeholders
• Adapting Leadership Strategies Based on Investigation Results
• Establishing a Framework for Ongoing Assessment
• Documenting and Reporting the Investigation Process

Unit 8618-717: Evolving Approaches in Leadership and Management

Credit Value – 7

Guided Learning Hours - 21

Module 12: Innovation and Change in an Evolving World and Potential Impacts on Leadership and Management

• Analyse the Effects of Innovation and Change and Its Impact on Leadership
  • Dynamic and Future Focused Working Environment
  • Impact of Innovation and Change
  • Fostering an Environment and Culture of Innovation and Change in an Evolving World
  • Current Leadership Thinking in a Dynamic Working Environment
  • Methods to Appraise Impacts on Leadership
  • Cultural Engagement Techniques and Behaviours
• Analyse the Effects of Innovation and Change and Its Impact on Management
  • Techniques to Enable Innovation and Change in an Evolving World
  • Current Management Theories
  • Methods to Appraise Impacts on Management

Module 13: Create a Development Plan

• Research Evolving Trends of Leadership and Management Practices
  • Evolving Trends of Leadership in an Evolving World
  • Past School of Thoughts, Current Thinking, Emergent Thinking
  • Leadership Practices that to Support an Evolving World
  • Evolving Trends of Management in Dynamic Working Environment
  • Management Practices in the Context of an Evolving World
  • Review Own and Organisational Leadership and Management Approaches
• Skills Radar
• Organisational Skills Gap Analysis
• Johnson and Scholes - Cultural Web Analysis Theory
• Plan Own and Organisational Future Leadership and Management Development

Unit 8618-800: The Impactful CEO

Credit Value – 20

Guided Learning Hours - 60

Module 14: Producing Research Proposals for Strategic Challenges

• Critically Review Organisation and Leadership Against Strategic Context
• Create Stakeholder Communication Strategy
• Formulate Research Proposal Based on Challenges and Theories

Module 15: Exploring Research for Strategic Recommendations

• Analyse Secondary Research to Inform Primary Sources
• Critically Analyse Primary Research Data for Strategic Insights
• Compare Primary and Secondary Research to Identify Recommendations
• Present Findings and Recommendations to Stakeholders

Module 16: Synthesising Leadership and Organisational Development Strategies

• Create Organisational Improvement Plan with Change Management
• Evaluate Progress with Performance Monitoring
• Critically Review Leadership Growth and Development Practices

ILM Level 7 Certificate for Coaching Supervisors Course Outline

Total Credit Value - 20

Total Guided Learning Hours - 50 Hours

Unit 8590-700: Understanding the Principles and Practice of Effective Coaching Supervision of Coaches

Credit Value - 6

Guided Learning Hours - 14

Module 1: Purpose and Principles of Coaching Supervision

• Analyse Purpose and Ethical Principles
• Evaluate Roles and Responsibilities for Supervision
• Reflect on Personal Learning’s Impact on Practice

Module 2: Models and Approaches for Coaching Supervision

• Compare Supervision Approaches: Individual, Peer, Group
• Critique Models for Coaching Supervision

Unit 8590-701: Undertaking Effective Coaching Supervision of Coaches

Credit Value - 7

Guided Learning Hours - 14

Module 3: Establishing Coaching Supervision Contracts

• Create Supervision Contracts
• Set Goals and Build Rapport with Coaches

Module 4: Conducting Coaching Supervision

• Plan and Deliver 20 Hours of Supervision
• Critically Reflect and Summarise Outcomes
• Maintain Supervision Records

Unit 8590-703: Reflecting on Your Ability to Perform Effectively as a Coaching Supervisor of Coaches

Credit Value - 7

Guided Learning Hours - 22

Module 5: Reviewing Coaching Supervision Ability

• Analyse Supervision Strengths and Areas for Development
• Review Effectiveness as a Coaching Supervisor

Module 6: Planning Professional Development

• Develop a 12-Month Professional Development Plan
• Evaluate Long-term Professional Growth Strategies

Module 7: Constructing a Professional Profile

• Develop and Use a Professional Profile
• Connect with Professional Bodies and Gather Feedback
• Build Effective Relationships and Gather Testimonials

ILM Level 7 Diploma for Coaching Supervisors Course Outline

Total Credit Value - 40

Total Guided Learning Hours – 54

Unit 8590-700: Understanding the Principles and Practice of Effective Coaching Supervision of Coaches

Credit Value – 6

Guided Learning Hours – 14

Module 1: Purpose and Principles of Coaching Supervision

• Analyse Purpose and Ethical Principles
• Evaluate Roles and Responsibilities for Supervision
• Reflect on Personal Learning’s Impact on Practice

Module 2: Models and Approaches for Coaching Supervision

• Compare Supervision Approaches: Individual, Peer, Group
• Critique Models for Coaching Supervision

Unit 8590-702: Undertaking an Extended Period of Effective Coaching Supervision of Coaches

Credit Value – 27

Guided Learning Hours – 18

Module 3: Agree and Establish a Contract to Act as a Coaching Supervisor

• Agree and Establish a Coaching Supervision Contract
• Identify Overall Goals and Establish and Build Rapport with Coaches

Module 4: Plan, Deliver and Review 60 hours of Effective Coaching Supervision of Coaches

• Plan 60 hours of evidenced effective coaching supervision
• Undertake 60 hours of effective coaching supervision
• Effectiveness of the coaching supervision undertaken after each session
• Outcomes of own coaching supervision being supervised
• Maintain appropriate and auditable records of coaching supervision activities

Unit 8590-703: Reflecting on Your Ability to Perform Effectively as a Coaching Supervisor of Coaches

Credit Value – 7

Guided Learning Hours – 22

Module 5: Reviewing Coaching Supervision Ability

• Analyse Supervision Strengths and Areas for Development
• Review Effectiveness as a Coaching Supervisor

Module 6: Planning Professional Development

• Develop a 12-Month Professional Development Plan
• Evaluate Long-term Professional Growth Strategies

Module 7: Constructing a Professional Profile

• Develop and Use a Professional Profile
• Connect with Professional Bodies and Gather Feedback
• Build Effective Relationships and Gather Testimonials

ILM Level 7 Certificate for Executive and Senior Level Coaches and Mentors Course Outline

Total Credit Value – 14

Total Guided Learning Hours – 52

Unit 8589-700: Understanding the Principles and Practice of Effective Coaching and Mentoring at an Executive or Senior Level

Credit Value – 5

Guided Learning Hours – 20

Module 1: How to Effectively Contextualise Coaching or Mentoring Practice?

• Compare the Strategic Purposes of Coaching and Mentoring
• Review the Organisational
  • Context
  • Strategy
  • Culture
  • Conditions
• Evaluate Alternative Learning and Development (L&D) Methods
• Factors that Impact Coaching or Mentoring

Module 2: Principles and Practices Required for Effective Coaching or Mentoring

• Analyse the Knowledge, Skills, Behaviours, and Practices
• Review an Effective Coaching or Mentoring Model
• Importance of Reflective Learning
• Evaluate the Theoretical and Practical Elements of Ethical Practice
• Key Elements of Supervision

Module 3: Methods for Evaluating Coaching or Mentoring

• Methods for Evaluating the Impact of Coaching or Mentoring on
  • Individual
  • Stakeholders
  • Organisation

Unit 8589-701: Undertaking Coaching or Mentoring at an Executive or Senior Level

Credit Value – 4

Guided Learning Hours – 12

Module 4: Establish a Contract to Coach or Mentor Individuals

• Coaching or Mentoring Contract
• Effective Coaching or Mentoring Relationships

Module 5: Plan, Deliver and Review

• Plan 20 Hours of Effective Coaching or Mentoring
• Individual Coaching or Mentoring at an Executive or Senior Level
• On-Going Individual or Group Supervision
• Auditable Records of Planning, Coaching or Mentoring, Supervision and Observation Activities
• Effectiveness of the Coaching or Mentoring

Unit 8589-703: Undertaking an Extended Period of Coaching or Mentoring at an Executive or Senior level

Credit Value – 5

Guided Learning Hours – 20

Module 6: Review Own Ability to Perform Effectively as a Coach or Mentor

• Analyse Own Strengths and Areas for Development
• How They Affect Performance as a Coach or Mentor
• How Client's Value Systems, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• Review Own Ability to Perform Effectively as a Coach or Mentor
• How to Adapt Their Approach to Capitalise on Own Strengths?
• Address Areas for Improvement

Module 7: Plan Own Future Professional Development Activities

• Reflect on Their Own Developmental Needs
• Detailed Professional Development Plan for the Next 12 Months
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Plan
• Techniques for Detailed Personal Development Planning
• Continuation of Own Professional Development
• Evaluate Ways to Continue Own Professional Development
• Impact of Continuing Own Professional Development

Module 8: Construct a Profile and Position Themselves as a Coach or Mentor

• Develop a Personal Profile
• Use of Profile for Promoting Self as a Coach or Mentor
• Coaching or Mentoring Approach and Methodology
• Personal and Professional Credibility
• Coaching Work, Skills, Accreditation, and Links to Professional Bodies
• Code of Ethics and Feedback from Others of Own Coaching or Mentoring Practice
• Strategies and Practices for Building Effective Relationships
• Testimonials

ILM Level 7 Diploma for Executive and Senior Level Coaches and Mentors Training Course Outline

Total Credit Value – 37

Total Guided Learning Hours – 60

Unit 8589-700: Understanding the Principles and Practice of Effective Coaching and Mentoring at an Executive or Senior Level

Credit Value – 5

Guided Learning Hours – 20

Module 1: How to Effectively Contextualise Coaching or Mentoring Practice?

• Compare the Strategic Purposes of Coaching and Mentoring
• Review the Organisational
  • Context
  • Strategy
  • Culture 
  • Conditions
• Evaluate Alternative Learning and Development (L&D) Methods
• Factors that Impact Coaching or Mentoring

Module 2: Principles and Practices Required for Effective Coaching or Mentoring

• Analyse the Knowledge, Skills, Behaviours, and Practices
• Review an Effective Coaching or Mentoring Model
• Importance of Reflective Learning
• Evaluate the Theoretical and Practical Elements of Ethical Practice
• Key Elements of Supervision

Module 3: Methods for Evaluating Coaching or Mentoring

• Methods for Evaluating the Impact of Coaching or Mentoring on 
  • Individual
  • Stakeholders
  • Organisation

Unit 8589-702: Undertaking an Extended Period of Coaching or Mentoring at an Executive or Senior Level

Credit Value – 27

Guided Learning Hours – 20

Module 4: Agree and Establish a Contract to Coach or Mentor

• Agree and Establish a Coaching or Mentoring Contract 
• Establish and Build Effective Coaching or Mentoring Relationships
• Nature of Coaching or Mentoring Relationships
• Importance of Coach’s 
  • Credibility
  • Trust
  • Confidentiality
  • Duty of Care
  • Boundaries

Module 5: Plan, Deliver, and Review 60 Hours of Coaching or Mentoring

• Plan 60 hours of Effective Coaching or Mentoring 
• Undertake 60 Hours of Effective, Individual Coaching or Mentoring 
• Outcomes of On-going Individual or Group Supervision 
• Maintain Appropriate Auditable Records of 
  • Planning 
  • Coaching or Mentoring
  • Supervision 
  • Observation Activities
• Effectiveness of the Coaching or Mentoring

Unit 8589-703: Reflecting on Your Ability to Perform Effectively as a Coach or Mentor at an Executive or Senior Level

Credit Value – 5

Guided Learning Hours – 20

Module 6: Review Own Ability to Perform Effectively as a Coach or Mentor

• Analyse Own Strengths and Areas for Development 
• How They Affect Performance as a Coach or Mentor
• How Client's Value Systems, Knowledge, Skills and Experience 
• Review Own Ability to Perform Effectively as a Coach or Mentor
• How to Adapt Their Approach to Capitalise on Own Strengths?
• Address Areas for Improvement

Module 7: Plan Own Future Professional Development Activities

• Reflect on Their Own Developmental Needs
• Detailed Professional Development Plan for the Next 12 Months
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Plan
• Techniques for Detailed Personal Development Planning
• Continuation of Own Professional Development
• Evaluate Ways to Continue Own Professional Development 
• Impact of Continuing Own Professional Development

Module 8: Construct a Profile and Position Themselves as a Coach or Mentor

• Develop a Personal Profile
• Use of Profile for Promoting Self as a Coach or Mentor 
• Coaching or Mentoring Approach and Methodology 
• Personal and Professional Credibility
• Coaching Work, Skills, Accreditation, and Links to Professional Bodies
• Code of Ethics and Feedback from Others of Own Coaching or Mentoring Practice
• Strategies and Practices for Building Effective Relationships
• Testimonials

ILM Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Course Outline

Total Credit Value – 45

Total Guided Learning Hours – 272

Unit 8624-700: Develop a Strategic Business Plan

Credit Value – 5

Guided Learning Hours – 31

Module 1: Principles Underpinning the Development of a Strategic Business Plan

• Evaluate a Range of Strategic Planning Theories and Models
• Analyse the Principles of Resource Management
• Evaluate the Principles of Capital Investment Appraisal
• Evaluate the Role of Stakeholders in the Development of Strategic Business Plans
• How to Involve Stakeholders in the Development of Strategic Business Plans?

Module 2: Prepare for Business Strategy Implementation

• Prioritise Strategic Objectives
• Identify Programmes that are Capable of Achieving Strategic Objectives
• Develop Risk Management Plans
• Identify Current and Likely Future Resource Requirements
• Costs and Benefits of Different Approaches to Strategy Implementation
• Develop Policies that are Consistent with the Strategy and Vision
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Evaluation Criteria

Module 3: Develop Plans to Deliver the Business Strategy

• Action to Ensure the Strategic Plan is Comprehensive
• Organisational Structures and Processes Delivering the Plan
• Develop Plans to Manage
• Supply Chain
• Interdependencies
• Potential for Friction
• Address Any Legal or Ethical Requirements
• Articulate the Business Plan and Gain the Support of Stakeholders

Unit 8624-701: Execute a Strategic Business Plan

Credit Value – 5

Guided Learning Hours – 29

Module 4: Principles Underpinning the Execution of a Strategic Business Plan

• Empowerment, Authority, Responsibility, Accountability, and Delegation
• Implications for Different Types of Organisational Structure
• Advantages and Disadvantages of Centralised and Decentralised Structures
• Change Management within Strategy Execution
• Principles of Business Process Re-Engineering
• Application of Project Management Techniques
• Scope of Tools for Monitoring Strategic Performance
• Advantages and Limitations of a Range of Evaluation Techniques

Module 5: Implement a Strategic Business Plan

• Develop the Vision and Objectives of a Strategic Business Plan
• Delegate Responsibilities to Individuals
• Allocate Resources in Accordance with Priorities
• Monitor the Progress of the Implementation Against
• Evaluation Plan
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Evaluation Criteria
• Take Prompt Action in the Event of Problems Arising

Module 6: Evaluate a Strategic Business Plan

• Justify an Evaluation Approach
• Purpose of the Evaluation
• Evaluate the Extent of Success of the Strategy Against Evaluation Criteria
• Identify the Reasons for Successes and Failures
• Identify the Degree of Fit Between an Organisation’s Strategy and Its Structure

Unit 8624-702: Provide Strategic Leadership and Direction

Credit Value – 6

Guided Learning Hours – 39

Module 7: Characteristics Underpinning Strategic Leadership and Direction

• Implications of Corporate Strategy and Organisational Development
• Evaluate the Influence of Strategic Choice on
• Structure
• Culture
• Leadership
• Direction of an Organisation
• Evaluate the Role of Strategic Leadership and Direction
• Analyse the Characteristics and Suitability of a Range of Leadership Styles
• Evaluate the Nature, Influence, and Implications of an Empowerment Strategy

Module 8: Leadership and Direction to Achieve Organisational Objectives

• Evaluate the Impact of Leadership Styles on Strategic Decisions
• Align Business Processes to the Achievement of Strategic Goals
• Impact of Operational and Financial Strategies and Objectives
• Internal Stakeholders
• External Stakeholders
• Apply Strategies to Motivate Employees and Enhance Their Performance

Module 9: Evaluate the Effectiveness of the Leadership and Direction of an Organisation

• Evaluate Tools and Processes
• Benchmark an Organisation’s Performance Against Its Competitors
• Evaluate the Effectiveness of an Organisation’s Employee Engagement and Employee Relations Strategies
• Evaluate the Environmental and Social Impact of an Organisation
• Identify Areas for Improvement in Strategies Relating to
• Operational Performance and the Leadership of People
• Social and Environmental Impact of an Organisation

Unit 8624-703: Develop a Business Strategy

Credit Value – 6

Guided Learning Hours – 41

Module 10: Principles Underpinning the Development of a Business Strategy

• Analyse the Components and Scope of Strategy
• Use of Environmental Scanning Techniques and Scenario Planning Models
• Use of Economic Forecasting Data for Strategy Development Purposes
• Analyse the Use of Decision-Making Tools and Techniques
• Perspectives and Approaches to Business Strategy Development
• Analyse the Usefulness of Strategic Planning Tools and Theories
• Relationship Between Strategy Analysis and Strategic Choice
• Analyse the Value of Variable Pricing Strategies

Module 11: Evaluate an Organisation’s Operating Environment

• Impact of Different Factors on an Organisation and Its Markets
• Analyse Competitor Activity, Their Products and/or Services
• Characterise the Scope and Nature of Stakeholders’ Interests
• Identify and Assess Market Value and Potential in Existing and Potential Markets
• Model a Range of Scenarios Relating to an Organisation’s Intended Market Position

Module 12: Develop a Strategic Vision

• Formulate a Strategic Vision
• ensure the Consistency of Strategic Vision
• Specify Stakeholders’ Roles and Responsibilities
• Articulate the Strategic Vision and Its Practical Application

Module 13: Develop a Business Strategy

• Benchmark the Organisation’s Place in the Market and in Its Lifecycle
• Identify an Organisation’s Competitive Edge(s)
• Develop a Strategy that is Viable Organisation’s Strategic Vision, Mission, and Values
• Evaluate a Range of Models to Deliver the Strategy
• Evaluate the Extent to Which Existing Organisational Structures and Processes are Capable of Delivering the Strategy

Unit 8624-704: Establish Organisational Governance Controls

Credit Value – 4

Guided Learning Hours – 26

Module 14: Nature of Compliance and Non-Compliance

• Analyse the Scope and Types of Compliance and Non-Compliance
• Evaluate the Seriousness of Instances of Non-Compliance
• Influences on Attitudes to Compliance

Module 15: Legal and Regulatory Framework Affecting Businesses

• Models of Governance Structures and Their Implications
• Roles of those within an Organisation’s Governing Body
• Legal and Regulatory Requirements for a Range of Statutory Reports
• Analyse an Organisation’s Potential Scope of Non-Compliance
• Responsibility for Individual and Corporate Non-Compliance
• Distinctions Between Statutory and Regulatory Requirements and Codes of Practice
• Role of Overseas Bodies and Their Influence on an Organisation’s Business
• Evaluate the Concept, Application, and Implications of Good Governance

Module 16: Establish Governance Controls

• Analyse an Organisation’s Governance Requirements
• Establish Controls Ensuring the Probity of an Organisation’s Activities
• Resolve Tensions Between an Organisation’s Governance Requirements
• Analyse the Extent of an Organisation’s Compliance
• Nature of the Non-Compliance and Associated Consequences

Unit 8624-705: Shape Organisational Culture and Values

Credit Value – 5

Guided Learning Hours – 35

Module 17: Organisational Culture and Values

• Scope of Organisational Culture
• Effect on Individual and Organisational Behaviour
• Evaluate Theories and Models of Organisational Cultures and Values
• Drivers to the Development of Organisational Values
• Evaluate Ethical Dimensions of Organisational Culture and Values
• Evaluate Organisational Communication Perspectives
• Role of Change Management Techniques
• Potential for Friction Between Organisational Values and Individuals’ Values

Module 18: Influence Organisational Culture and Values

• Characterise the Nature, Strengths, and Weaknesses of
• Organisational Culture
• Sub-Cultures
• Values Within an Organisation
• Identify
• Way in Which Organisational Culture and Values could be Enhanced
• Factors that Influence Organisational Culture and Values
• Effect of Different Organisational Cultures and Values
• Develop a Vision, Strategy, and Structures for Influencing Organisational Culture
• Use Leadership, Interpersonal, and Communication Skills and Tools

Unit 8624-706: Manage Strategic Human Resources

Total Credit Value – 5

Guided Learning Hours – 23

Module 19: Strategic Workforce Planning

• Evolution of Strategic Human Resource Management Theories
• Scope of Current and Future Skills Needs of an Organisation
• Evaluate the Strategic Implications of Planning and Recruitment Decisions
• Use of Strategic Planning Tools to Forecast and Identify Workforce Requirements
• Action to Ensure that Plans Address Current and Future Needs
• Evaluate the Contribution of Workforce Planning to Business Success

Module 20: Optimise Retention in an Organisation

• Benchmark Retention Rates Against Historical Performance
• Evaluate the Strengths, Weaknesses, and Shortfalls of the Skill Mix
• Evaluate the Factors Affecting Turnover
• How the Coherence and Effectiveness of Policies and Practice?
• How Policies, Practices, and Benefits may be Adapted in the Light of Feedback?

Module 21: Manage Human Resources Strategically

• Analyse an Organisation’s Business Strategy and Future Intentions
• Develop a Human Resource Strategy
• Analyse the Role of Employee Engagement
• Effectiveness of a Human Resources Strategy
• Make Recommendations for Improvement

Unit 8624-709: Lead the Development of a Quality Strategy

Total Credit Value – 4

Guided Learning Hours – 20

Module 22: Principles Underpinning the Development of a Quality Strategy

• Scope of Quality
• Distinguish Between Quality Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Quality Improvement
• Approaches to Quality Management and the Principles on Which They are Built
• Development of Quality Management Principles
• Evaluate the Requirements of a Range of Quality Standards

Module 23: Develop a Quality Strategy

• Identify the Scope of a Quality Strategy
• Devise a Strategy of Assuring and Controlling the Quality of Work
• Specify Standards, Processes, and Protocols
• Evaluate the Use of Technology to Manage Quality for Different Purposes

Module 24: Manage Quality

• Implement Systems and Procedures Monitoring Quality Standards
• Evaluate the Capability and Capacity of Systems
• Select Technologies and Suppliers for Meeting Current Quality Needs

Unit 8624-710: Lead the Development of a Continuous Improvement Strategy

Credit Value – 5

Guided Learning Hours – 28

Module 25: Principles Underpinning the Development of a Continuous Improvement Strategy

• Scope of Continuous Improvement and Its Relationship with Other Systems
• Distinguish Between Continuous and Continual Improvement
• Approaches to Continuous Improvement
• Implications of Staff Involvement in Continuous Improvement
• Development of Continuous Improvement

Module 26: Develop a Continuous Improvement Strategy

• Identify the Scope of a Continuous Improvement Strategy
• strategy of Evaluating Business Performance and Identifying Improvement Areas
• Establish Valid Measures for Evaluating Business Performance
• Systems for Collecting and Assessing Information on Business Performance
• Foster a Culture to Make Suggestions for Improvement

Module 27: Manage Continuous Improvement

• Implement Systems and Procedures
• Benchmark Performance Against Historical Data, Other Comparable Organisations
• Action to Ensure that
• Knowledge and Understanding is Fed into the Knowledge Management System
• Improvements Made Align with Business Objectives and Values