CIPD Level 7
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€246/month interest-free*
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30 months
Deposit
€162
Total Price
€7,539
Study any time At your own pace
Support period 30 months
Average completion time 18-24 months
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- Study CIPD independently online
- Gain the fundamental HR skills organisations and employers value
- Advance to senior HR roles, including HR Business Partner or Group HR Manager
Why is this CIPD course right for you?
Take the next step forward and help shape the future of HR with this postgraduate-level online qualification from the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD).
Curated for experienced HR professionals, the CIPD Level 7 Diploma in Strategic People Management offers you the strategic leadership, HR management and business acumen skills you need to make a lasting impact at work – all while studying flexibly, on your own terms.
You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of complex HR topics, build confidence in driving meaningful change, and learn how to operate at the highest levels of the people profession.
Whether you’re aiming to step into senior roles or gain Chartered Member (MCIPD) status, this gold-standard HR training qualification gives you the credibility, confidence, and career-ready skills to succeed.
CIPD Level 7 HR Course Details
To study this CIPD Level 7 Diploma, you should generally have at least one of the following:
- Considerable experience working in an HR role
- Senior managerial experience that involved a broad range of HR elements
- An HR degree
If English is your second language, we recommend that you have achieved one of the following, or an equivalent:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall score with a minimum of 6.0 in each category
- TOEFL: 90 overall score with a minimum of 19 in each category
- Cambridge: Grade C or above
However, this isn't mandatory, and we're happy to review your case on an individual basis.
Your CIPD Level 7 Advanced course and assignments are fully online.
You'll study eight modules: seven core modules (including pathway modules) and your choice of one elective module.
Core modules
- Resourcing and Talent Management to Sustain Success
- Work and Working Lives in a Changing Business Environment
- People Management and Development Strategies for Performance
- Personal Effectiveness, Ethics and Business Acumen
- Business Research in People Practice
- Strategic Reward Management
- Strategic Employment Relations
Elective modules (choose one)
- Advanced Employment Law in Practice
- Learning and Development Practice*
- Managing People in an International Context
- Wellbeing at Work*
- Technology-Enhanced Learning*
- Advanced Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- Organisational Design and Development*
For full details of what you’ll learn on each module, download our CIPD Level 7 HR course guide.
You’ll complete written assignments for each module that you study. These allow you to demonstrate the knowledge you’ve gained and the skills you’ve mastered.
You’ll submit your assignments online, and they’ll be marked by our assessors and moderated by CIPD.
Please keep in mind that Assessment Briefs will be updated each year as part of the CIPD’s Assessment Change Cycle.
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There are three CIPD Human Resources qualifications to choose from, and you can study them 100% online with us - either On Demand or Live Online.
The CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice is designed for those with zero or minimal HR or L&D experience. It’s perfect if you’re looking for your first role in the people profession.
The CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management is designed for those with some HR experience who are looking for a mid-level HR role. It’s also suitable if you have some experience of HR duties in a non-HR role (for example, as a manager), or if you're new to HR but have a degree and want to begin your studies at a higher level.
The CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management is designed for those with considerable HR experience or an HR degree who are ready to take on postgraduate-level study. It’ll prepare you for strategic senior HR roles and allow you to apply for CIPD Chartered Membership once you have the necessary professional experience.
If you’d like to specialise in L&D, you could also study one of our CIPD Learning & Development courses.
Still not sure which CIPD course is right for you? Contact our CIPD course advisors and they'll be happy to help! Alternatively, you can review our expert resources on all things CIPD.
How long it takes you to complete a CIPD Level 7 qualification depends on how much time you can dedicate to studying, and whether you choose the On Demand or Live Online study option.
However, for most of our students, the online CIPD Level 7 HR course typically takes 18 to 24 months to complete while working full-time.
To give you complete flexibility, we offer a generous 30-month support period, allowing you to study at your own pace and balance your learning with work and other commitments.
Technically, yes! However, we don't advise enroling on the CIPD Level 7 course without previous experience.
The CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management is one of the most prestigious HR training qualifications that you can study in HR management. Globally recognised by employers, it commands a great deal of respect and credibility in the HR industry.
As the CIPD Level 7 course is equivalent to a post-graduate degree in difficulty, we recommend that you have at least one of the following to study the qualification:
- Considerable experience working in an HR role
- Senior managerial experience that involved a broad range of HR elements
- An HR degree or relevant qualification (e.g., the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma)
As well as meeting any of the above criteria, you'll need to be able to demonstrate that you can speak and write in English to a high level.
If English is your second language, we recommend that you have an IELTS 6.0/TOEFL 79/Cambridge Grade C or equivalent. We're happy to review your case on an individual basis if you're unsure though.
If you have questions or need more information, contact one of our course advisors today.
As the CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management is equivalent to post-graduate study in difficulty, and it's the most challenging and prestigious HR qualification that the CIPD offers. It's also one of the most fulfilling!
The CIPD Level 7 is the most advanced HR training qualification, focusing on strategic, high-level HR practices.
Unlike CIPD Level 3, which introduces foundational concepts, and CIPD Level 5 in HR, which develops intermediate skills and strategic awareness, CIPD Level 7 delves into complex topics like organisational design, advanced employment law, and global people management. It requires critical thinking, independent research, and the ability to provide strategic solutions to business challenges, making it ideal for senior professionals and leaders.
For more information on what you'll learn, download your FREE CIPD course guide today.
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