Master the Art of Executive Coaching
A rigorous 6–12 month postgraduate-equivalent programme for experienced coaches and senior leaders, integrating advanced coaching psychology, neuroscience, and strategic organisational impact. The pinnacle of coaching accreditation from the UK's foremost leadership body.
For Those Operating at the Highest Level
This qualification is designed for experienced professionals ready to master executive-level coaching.
Senior Leaders
Coaching board-level peers and developing the next generation of leaders within your organisation
Professional Executive Coaches
Building premium credentials and commanding executive coaching fees with accredited expertise
L&D Directors
Designing comprehensive coaching strategy and building in-house executive coaching capability
Experienced Coaches
Seeking the highest UK coaching accreditation and specialising in complex, strategic challenges
Who Is This For?
- Experienced coaches with existing Level 5 or equivalent qualification
- Senior leaders who coach other senior leaders
- Professional coaches wanting the highest UK coaching accreditation
- Those who understand that executive coaching requires different skills than operational coaching
What You'll Achieve
What Sets ILM Level 7 Apart
This is not an introductory coaching course. It's the pinnacle of UK coaching accreditation.
20 Hours of Executive Coaching
Not operational-level coaching. Genuine senior individuals, board-level challenges, complex organisational dynamics. Real executive experience embedded in the qualification.
4 Hours of Professional Supervision
Quadruple the Level 5 requirement. Dedicated supervision to ensure executive-level practice integrity and professional development.
Advanced Coaching Psychology
Positive psychology, strengths-based coaching, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioural coaching, and neuroscience applications - not basics, but advanced frameworks.
Strategic Organisational Context
Coaching that connects to business outcomes, systemic thinking, and organisational impact. Not just individual development, but strategic capability building.
The Curriculum: Three Integrated Modules
A rigorous, integrated programme that builds executive coaching mastery.
Understanding Principles & Practice at Executive/Senior Level
Undertaking Coaching at Executive/Senior Level
Reflecting on Ability at Executive/Senior Level
Advanced Techniques You'll Master
The frameworks and approaches that define executive-level coaching.
Positive Psychology & Strengths-Based Approaches
Building on strengths rather than fixing deficits. Creating resilience and sustainable change at senior level.
Motivational Interviewing
Eliciting intrinsic motivation and commitment to change through expert questioning and active listening.
Cognitive Behavioural Coaching (CBC)
Addressing limiting beliefs and patterns. Practical, evidence-based approaches to executive challenges.
Neuroscience in Coaching
Understanding the brain science behind stress, decision-making, and habit change. Coaching with neuroscience principles.
Systems Thinking & Organisational Dynamics
Viewing the organisation as a complex system. Coaching that influences beyond the individual.
Resilience & Wellbeing Coaching
Supporting leaders through complexity, ambiguity, and high-stakes decisions. Building sustainable performance.
Assessment & Accreditation
Postgraduate-standard assessment. Recognised by ILM and City & Guilds.
Assessment Method
Your Qualification
Important Funding Update
Apprenticeship Funding Status: Level 7 apprenticeship funding was withdrawn in January 2026 for those aged 22+. This qualification is now delivered commercially. TESS Group offers flexible payment plans to meet your organisation's needs.
Investment in Executive Coaching Excellence
An investment in your organisation's most senior coaching capability.
£3,000 – £5,000
Complete ILM Level 7 qualification, delivered over 6–12 months
Comparable to just 10 hours of external executive coaching fees - but with a permanent, accredited internal resource.
Flexible payment plans available. Contact TESS Group for bespoke pricing and options.
Ready to Build Executive Coaching Excellence?
Transform your organisation's coaching capability with the UK's highest coaching accreditation. Speak to TESS Group about how Level 7 can elevate your senior leadership development.
Book a Discovery CallHow do you want to start?
Every organisation is different. Some want to pilot with one delegate first. Others want to upskill an entire department from day one. Both work, and we'll help you decide which is right.
Start with one delegate
Test, learn, then scale
Put your most forward-thinking team member through first. They come back with practical skills, real wins, and the confidence to champion it across the business.
Upskill an entire team
Transform a department from day one
When a whole team goes through together, they build shared language, standardise workflows, and hold each other accountable. The impact is transformational, not incremental.