CIPD Level 7 Course | Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management
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What is the CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management?
The CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management extends the disciplines within the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management. This Advanced Diploma is aimed at expanding learners’ autonomy so they can strategically direct organisations and their people.
What’s included in your CIPD Level 7 HR online and distance learning course?
When you learn with Avado, you get access to our online learning Hub, which comes with lots of benefits. It’s no different when you’re working on your CIPD Level 7 courses online with us.* You’ll get:
What’s included in your CIPD Level 7 HR online and distance learning course?
When you learn with Avado, you get access to our online learning Hub, which comes with lots of benefits. It’s no different when you’re working on your CIPD Level 7 courses online with us.* You’ll get:
24-hour access to the online campus
So you can complete your coursework when it suits your schedule.
Online, live classes
Regular online live classes with your tutor and classmates.
Flexibility
So you can focus on being productive while still developing yourself from home.
Dedicated, expert tutors
Subject matter-expert tutors and a community for support through the course.

Exclusive access to Ava
Ava is our multi-language support chat. Available 24/7 only to Avado learners.
CIPD Level 7 Modules for Strategic People Management
Four core units
Unit 1: Work and working lives in a changing business environment
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Unit 2: People management and development strategies for performance
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Unit 3: Personal effectiveness, ethics and business acumen
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Unit 4: Business research in people practice
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Three HR specialist units
Unit 1: Strategic employment relations
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Unit 2: Resourcing and talent management to sustain success
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Unit 3: Strategic reward management
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One of two additional specialist units
Unit 1: Advanced employment law in practice
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Unit 2: Wellbeing at work
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CIPD Advanced Diploma career options
The skills you’ll learn on this course will get you ready to take on senior Human Resources roles. You’ll also be eligible for Chartered Membership of the CIPD, and roles such as:
*Average UK salary data from Totaljobs Salary Checker, June 2023
CIPD Level 5 FAQs
How do I enrol on this course?
One of our specialist enrolment consultants will be in touch when you complete the form or click the ‘buy now’ button to enrol on the course straight away. The Advanced Diploma is our most demanding programme, therefore we ask all learners enrolling on the programme to complete an enrolment form and attend an interview with the Programme Lead to confirm suitability. We therefore reserve the right to cancel your enrolment and refund any payment made.
How long does CIPD Level 7 take?
CIPD level 7 takes 22 to 23 months to complete.
What is CIPD Level 7 equivalent to?
A CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management is very similar to a post-graduate diploma.
What will I need to start the CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma?
CIPD level 7 advanced diploma is a course for experienced HR professionals, so you will need previous formal qualifications to get started.
Can I do CIPD Level 7 without Level 5?
Yes, you can. Although Level 5 is a great foundation for this course, and is recommended, significant management-level experience in HR can also be considered.
Who are the CIPD?
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) is the professional body for HR and people development, with a worldwide community of around 140,000 members.
What is a CIPD Level 7 qualification?
The CIPD Level 7 qualification is the Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management.
Is CIPD Level 7 a master’s?
A CIPD Level 7 qualification is a postgraduate-level qualification in Human Resource Management (HRM). It will contribute to a complete Masters; you can top up the qualification to an MA.
What is the highest HR qualification?
The highest qualification for the CIPD is the Advanced level 7. At university, it would be an MA or MBA.
What is the most prestigious HR certification?
The CIPD professional qualifications are the most recognised globally and is highly credible in the industry.
Which HR qualifications are most recognised in the UK?
The CIPD professional qualifications are the most recognised globally and are highly credible in the industry.
Pricing & Plans
Cohort based, structured programme with live tutor sessions
Features:
£354 /mo
£265 /mo
£7,190
£5,399.10
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Why Avado?
Support every step of the way – We believe who you learn with makes all the difference; that’s why we hand-pick our tutors. Our tutors are available via email or phone, whenever you need them, so you’re never short of support.
Inspiring content – We develop engaging content with subject matter experts, so that you learn all the latest in HR.
Study anytime, anywhere – Our online platform is built around you. It’s designed to be mobile-friendly with bite-sized content so you can learn from home with 24 hour access.
Affordable, all-inclusive prices – Payment packages to suit your budget, with no hidden surprises.
How will you learn?
Your HR course will take place on our online platform – the Virtual Learning Campus. The Campus is where you access all your learning materials and is available on your phone, tablet or laptop, so you can study any time, wherever you are.
Features of the campus:
- Bite-sized learning content, including videos and quizzes
- Regular learning checks and practice tests to keep track of your progress
- Live online classes with your tutor and recorded so you can catch up whenever you like
- Learn as a group, share advice and be part of a HR community.
T&C’s apply – click here for more information. * Included in the course price for all new enrolments on or before 30th November 2023. Thereafter, an additional fee will apply.