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ILM Level 6 Leadership & Management Qualifications (for Sustainability)
These ILM Level 6 Leadership & Management qualifications are designed to enhance leadership capability through practical, work-applied learning.
Learners can choose the Award, Certificate or Diploma route depending on the depth of development required and the number of credits they want to complete.
Each route is delivered with a focus on sustainability contexts and maps to NFQ Level 8.
With a strong emphasis on real-world application, the programme supports personal and organisational development, with opportunities to progress into Level 7 strategic leadership qualifications.
Course Overview
Programme:
ILM Level 6 Leadership & Management Qualifications (for Sustainability)
Registration Deadline:
Open for Registration
Routes:
Award, Certificate or Diploma
NFQ Level:
Level 8
Delivery:
Blended Learning
Cost:
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Choose the Level 6 route that matches your development need
An ILM Level 6 qualification maps to Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ). There are three distinct qualification routes available: Award, Certificate and Diploma. Each of these uses the same leadership and management qualification framework, with different credit and time requirements.
| Route | Minimum credits | Total qualification time | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Award | 5 credits | 50 hrs | Short, focused development |
| Certificate | 15 credits | 150 hrs | Broader skills and knowledge |
| Diploma | 40 credits | 400 hrs | In-depth professional development |
Learners achieve their qualifications by selecting appropriate units from the Level 6 qualification group, with assignments applied to real workplace contexts.
Programme Benefits
Critical Thinking
Develop your ability to critically review and implement ideas and practices, equipping you with the skills to make informed decisions and drive meaningful change in your organisation.
Practical Learning
Embed leadership and management skills in real work scenarios, ensuring that learning translates directly into practical improvements in your workplace
Career Progression
Enhance your knowledge and skills to support your future career objectives, opening doors to new opportunities and leadership roles.
Leadership Resources
Gain a minimum of 12 months of
Institute of Leadership membership, providing access to valuable resources to support your ongoing leadership development.
The Learning Experience
Learning outcomes are selected according to the chosen route and units. Depending on the pathway, learners may work on outcomes such as:
- Understand the need for innovation and change, proposing and leading strategic solutions to improve organisational performance.
- Employ performance management approaches, analyse data, and provide strategic recommendations to inform and influence organisational direction.
- Understand the impact of corporate responsibility and develop future-focused strategies for sustainable organisations.
- Understand and support strategic management processes, ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration to drive organisational success.
- Develop creative and innovative thinking skills to identify business opportunities and assess the feasibility of entrepreneurial initiatives.
Assessment
Each unit in the qualification is assessed through an assignment that can be applied to your work environment. All assessment criteria must be passed in order to gain the chosen Award, Certificate or Diploma.
Learners who successfully complete their selected route will receive an ILM Level 6 Award, Certificate or Diploma in Leadership and Management, mapped to NFQ Level 8.
Who is this Programme for?
These qualifications are designed for senior managers new to their roles and middle managers preparing for promotion. The right Award, Certificate or Diploma route can be selected according to development goals and available time.