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CIPD Level 7

Ian Nathan Kennedy

Hi Everyone

I have just passed my level five CIPD diploma which was mainly done on-line (remotely) having attended a handful of seminars in London.

I would now like to study level 7 CIPD (either certificate or diploma) but in a classroom environment with no exams. Does anyone know any institution in the Greater Manchester area where I can do level 7 in a classroom environment with no exams but assignments/projects only? I'm prepared to travel to Leeds if such a course exists there.

Thanking you in anticipation of your assistance.

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Ian Kennedy

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  • Hi Ian

    I, too have just finished my level 5 CIPD diploma and did mine 100% online.

    I think I would be interested to start the level 7 certificate later this year after a little break so I have enquired what this entails.

    For the certificate, you choose 4 units from a list of 8 or 10. They can all be done online depending on which units you choose. Two of the 'core units' have a 3hr 10min exam each but if you opt for other units for the certificate, you won't have to do them. Only if you choose the diploma and do the full 8 units.

    Lisa
  • in reply to Lisa

    Don't just do the Certificate, you will be at a massive disadvantage when you look for a new job against other candidates, an L7 Diploma is 120 credits whereas a Certificate is 60 credits, when you put that against someone with an MSc is 180, you won't cover L7 at a broad enough depth at Certificate level. I don't think your "Two of the 'core units' have a 3hr 10min exam each but if you opt for other units for the certificate, you won't have to do them", is correct as it will depend on what the provider offers and you can't just pick modules willy nilly. If someone is missing exams at level 7 then it says volumes about their professional competence.

  • in reply to Paul

    Paul
    I was given the information direct from one of the providers I spoke to. The certificate you choose 4 modules whereas the Diploma includes the 2 core modules, for which each has 3hr 10min exam. I was told you can choose ANY modules and do not have to do the core modules.
    Lisa

  • in reply to Lisa
    I amended my reply Lisa, but it still stands, why do you think some University Lecturers who run CIPD Approved courses encourage via social media those doing CIPD qualifications online to go for the lowest option, the answer is your less competition when finding employment against to their students!
  • in reply to Paul

    Paul
    I just checked on the CIPD website and for the certificate, it clearly states any 4 modules as long they form a coherent programme.
    I am not advising Ian this is what he should do. I am simply answering his question regarding him wanting no exams.

    Perhaps you should reply directly to Paul and not myself.


    Lisa

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  • in reply to Paul

    Paul
    I just checked on the CIPD website and for the certificate, it clearly states any 4 modules as long they form a coherent programme.
    I am not advising Ian this is what he should do. I am simply answering his question regarding him wanting no exams.

    Perhaps you should reply directly to Paul and not myself.


    Lisa

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