Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management. Executive HR leadership, strategic workforce planning, organisational design, and Chartered CIPD membership pathway.
Gain professional recognition and executive credibility through the CIPD's Advanced Diploma qualification pathway towards Chartered membership.
Strategic workforce planning, organisational design, advanced employment law, and executive HR leadership for senior professionals.
Direct pathway to Chartered Membership with CIPD, the leading professional body for HR and people development.
Master organisational design, strategic workforce planning, and advanced employment law at executive level.
24-month fully funded qualification eliminating financial barriers to senior HR development.
Designed for professionals advancing to executive HR roles, board-level positions, or specialist strategic functions.
Strategic partners to boards and senior leadership, shaping organisational strategy and people-centred culture.
Experts in designing organisations, managing change, and aligning culture with strategic objectives.
Navigate complex employment law, industrial relations, and strategic people governance.
Build high-performance cultures, succession plans, and talent management strategies at senior levels.
Strategic advisors to business units, driving people excellence and organisational effectiveness.
Lead large-scale organisational change, restructuring, and strategic transformation initiatives.
Earn the CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma with recognised credentials in strategic people management.
Comprehensive advanced qualification covering strategic people management, organisational design, and advanced employment law. Recognised by employers globally.
Core QualificationDirect route to Chartered Membership (CCIPD), elevating your professional standing and opening doors to senior leadership roles.
Professional AchievementExtensive professional development credits count towards ongoing CIPD CPD requirements, keeping your expertise current and certified.
CPD AchievementGain certified expertise in strategic workforce planning, organisational design, employment law, and executive HR leadership.
Specialist RecognitionStructured progression through strategic HR mastery and Chartered CIPD qualification.
Develop strategic competencies essential for senior HR leadership roles.
Design workforce strategies aligned with organisational objectives, including talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning.
Master organisational structure, role design, span of control, and alignment with strategic goals.
Deep expertise in employment legislation, compliance, dismissal law, and strategic employee relations.
Lead at board level, shape organisational culture, and drive people-centred strategic initiatives.
Navigate and lead large-scale transformations, restructuring, and cultural change with strategic impact.
Develop high-performance cultures, executive coaching, and organisational effectiveness metrics.
Everything you need to know about the CIPD Level 7 programme.
The CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management is a postgraduate qualification for experienced HR professionals aiming for executive roles. It covers strategic workforce planning, organisational design, advanced employment law, and leadership at the highest levels. It forms a direct pathway to Chartered CIPD membership, recognised globally.
This programme is ideal for HR managers, HR directors, organisational development specialists, talent managers, and employment relations professionals with significant experience seeking to advance to executive HR roles or gain Chartered professional status with CIPD.
Yes, the entire 24-month programme is fully funded. There are no tuition fees for eligible candidates. We cover all learning materials, assessments, and exam costs as part of our commitment to accessible professional development.
On successful completion of the Level 7 Advanced Diploma, you'll be eligible to apply for Chartered Membership (CCIPD) with CIPD. This is the highest professional credential in HR and people development, demonstrating mastery and commitment to professional standards and ethics.
The programme is typically 24 months in duration, structured across three phases: Foundation (months 1-8), Advanced Specialist (months 9-18), and Completion with Assessment (months 19-24). This allows for deep learning while balancing work commitments.
Cohort-based delivery with peer executives ensuring collaborative learning, knowledge exchange, and professional network building.
Learn from experienced HR practitioners and CIPD assessors who bring real-world strategic expertise to every module.
Apply learning directly to your current role, completing strategic projects and assignments based on your organisation's challenges.
To maximise learning impact, this advanced programme is designed for experienced HR professionals.
Level 5 CIPD Diploma in HR Management or equivalent professional HR qualification required.
Minimum 5-7 years in strategic HR roles, ideally at manager level or above.
Commitment to advancing to executive HR leadership, board roles, or specialist strategic functions.
Access to an organisational setting where you can apply strategic HR concepts and test learning in practice.
Interest in international HR practice, multi-cultural leadership, and global talent management contexts.
Willingness to reflect critically on practice, embrace new perspectives, and drive continuous professional improvement.
Fair, rigorous assessment ensuring you demonstrate strategic HR expertise at the highest level.
Complete evidence-based assignments and strategic case analyses that demonstrate application of theory to real organisational contexts and challenges.
40% of AssessmentDevelop a reflective portfolio demonstrating critical analysis of your strategic HR practice, decisions, and professional development journey throughout the programme.
30% of AssessmentComplete a major strategic HR project addressing a significant organisational challenge, demonstrating advanced research, analysis, and strategic recommendation skills.
20% of AssessmentBenefit from regular individual supervision and mentor support from experienced CIPD practitioners guiding your learning and professional development.
10% of AssessmentWhat graduates achieve after completing the CIPD Level 7 programme.
We're committed to your success with comprehensive learning support and resources.
Regular one-to-one guidance from CIPD-qualified practitioners with senior HR experience and board-level exposure.
In-depth study guides, case studies, research articles, and strategic frameworks supporting each module topic.
Collaborate with executive peers, share strategic challenges, and build professional networks that extend beyond the programme.
Access to online learning platforms, discussion forums, resource libraries, and assessment submission systems.
Exclusive access to TESS Group and CIPD networks, professional events, and executive forums.
Guidance on applying learning to your organisational context, completing workplace projects, and demonstrating strategic impact.
Join leading HR professionals who have advanced to board-level roles and Chartered CIPD status. Start your 24-month journey to strategic HR mastery today.