CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management
Tailored for experienced professionals, Reed Business School’s CIPD Level 7 Diploma in Strategic People Management offers 1:1 support from CIPD-qualified tutors to develop the strategic knowledge needed for senior leadership roles.
In just 16 months, you’ll prepare for positions such as HR Business Partner, Head of HR, or Chief People Officer, with average salaries between £53,000 and £150,000.
Become the HR leader you aspire to be and advance your expertise.
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Unlimited support from CIPD qualified tutors
99% pass rate
100% online, classroom and residential options
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What to expect
If you’re looking to lead HR at your organisation or elsewhere, then this CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management is for you.
In eight career-boosting units, you’ll:
Deepen your understanding of HR topics, allowing you lead HR at your organisation with confidence
Explore real-world HR challenges, so you can tackle even the most complex organisational problems head on
Discover how to make the best HR decisions for your company, even when you’re under immense pressure
Develop your leadership skills and strategic expertise to increase your salary and land your dream HR role
And much more
When you learn with us at Reed Business School, you’ll benefit from:
Flexible study options to suit your learning style, including 100% online, classroom or our unique residential experience at the Manor
24/7 access to resources
A fully accredited CIPD centre with nearly 20 years of respected CIPD training
One-to-one support from experienced HR professionals and expert tutors throughout your programme
A 4.6/5-star rating on Coursecheck and a 100% pass rate
Achieving CIPD qualification in just 12-18 months
Up to 36-months interest-free payment plans and a price match guarantee
The backing of a brand with 60 years of recruitment expertise
Downloadable course materials and supporting resources
We’ve helped hundreds of students get CIPD certified. Ready to join them?
Not sure if the Level 7 course is right for you?
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Choose your study method
We offer a range of study methods to suit your lifestyle and budget. All our study options include 24-hour access to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
Online
Learn at your own pace from home, the office, or even while on the move commuting. All of the materials and content that you need to support your studies will be available on the VLE, 24/7.
Ideal for learners who want the flexibility to study from any location
Learn 100% online
Balance study with commitments
Join live support webinars
Guidance from expert tutors
Anytime access to materials
Flexible, structured delivery plan
Live online with workshops
Enjoy the benefits of our live online programme with additional live interactive workshops. You'll study online with other learners, and get a chance to network too.
Ideal for learners who want to study online while interacting with advisors and peers
Learn 100% online
Interactive and engaging workshops
Share best practice with peers
Supported by expert tutors
Access recordings and materials anytime
Structured delivery plan
Classroom
If you like the idea of learning in person, where you bounce around ideas with other learners, then our face-to-face classes are for you. Classes take place every few months at one of our many UK venues.
Ideal for learners who prefer traditional classroom settings
Engaging face-to-face sessions
Convenient UK-wide locations
Collaborative, interactive learning
Expert tutor-led delivery
Anytime access to materials
Clear, structured delivery plan
Our venues span London, Northampton, Birmingham, Newcastle, Cambridge, Little Compton, and many other locations. If you have a specific place in mind, reach out to us - we’d be happy to discuss options to suit your needs.
Residential
Make the Reed Business School campus your home away from home, while you study for your CIPD qualification. Delivered at our iconic Manor, you’ll get to know other students, relax in our first-class accommodation and enjoy delicious homemade meals.
Ideal for learners wanting an immersive experience.
Unique learning environment
All-inclusive learning experience
Access to outstanding facilities
Engaging real-time learning experience
Structured delivery plan
Networking opportunities
In-person and online tutor support
Study books and online resources
Access to recorded sessions
Pay as you go
With our CIPD PAYG Programme, you can study for your qualification unit by unit. Choose what you want to do, when to do it and how to get qualified in your own time and in a way that suits your budget.
Ideal for budget-conscious learners seeking flexible, commitment-friendly studies.
Price: £1,080
or from From £90 per month
Looking to earn this qualification through an apprenticeship?
Whether you're launching or advancing your career, the HR Level 7 Senior People Professional Apprenticeship at Reed Business School offers essential Human Resources skills and knowledge.
Ideal for employed learners, it combines professional development and practical experience.
Government funding is available for eligible employers, making it a cost-effective way to earn a recognised qualification while working.
Enquire today to find out more!
Payment options
Enjoy the flexibility of spreading the cost of your course over up to 36 months with our interest-free payment plans. This is a great option if you need more manageable payments.
Contact our team of advisers today to explore the best plan for you!
If you need a little support to help fund your course, then you may be able to apply for full or partial funding through the CIPD Trust. They also offer mentoring, coaching, and other guidance to support your learning.
Speak to an adviser today to see if you’re eligible.
You also have the option to pay for your course in full.
Call our team of advisers today to get started or buy online using the "Add to cart" button on this page.
If your employer is paying for your course, then we can invoice them directly, so you don’t have to worry about trying to organise the payment yourself. You focus on your studies and we’ll take care of the rest.
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What you'll study
This CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic Learning and Development covers eight HR units to help you advance in your HR career.
You’ll study:
4 core units
3 specialist units
1 additional specialist unit of your choice
Core units
7C001 – Work and Working Lives in a Changing Business Environment (15 Credits)
7C002 – People Management and Development Strategies for Performance (15 Credits)
7C003– Personal Effectiveness, Ethics and Business Acumen (15 Credits)
7C004 – Business Research in People Practice (15 Credits)
Specialist units
7HR01 – Strategic Employment Relations (15 Credits)
7HR02 – Resourcing and Talent Management to Sustain Success (15 Credits)
7HR03 – Strategic Reward Management (15 Credits)
Additional Specialist Unit
7LD01 – Organisational Design and Development (15 credits)
7OS01 – Advanced Employment Law in Practice (15 credits)
7OS02 – Learning and Development Practice (15 credits)
7OSO3 – Technology Enhanced Learning (15 credits)
7OSO4 – Advanced Diversity and Inclusion (15 credits)
7OSO5 – Managing People in an International Context (15 credits)
7OSO6 – Wellbeing at Work (15 credits)
Entry requirements
Although there are no formal entry requirements for this programme, we’re always keen to make sure the qualification is appropriate for you.
To succeed on this course, we would recommend that you have plenty of HR experience, a degree, or to have completed the CIPD Foundation/Associate level. The Advanced Diploma is a postgraduate-level qualification, so you should be ready to study at this level (although a university degree is not compulsory).
Learners must also demonstrate a high standard of both spoken and written English. Book a free call to make sure this qualification is the right level for you.
We're with you every step of the way
1:1 support from your personal advisor
Your personal adviser will work with you throughout your CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic Learning and Development programme.
Together you’ll agree on a plan for your programme, develop a study schedule and prepare for your assessments, giving you the best chance of excelling at your course and landing your dream L&D role.
24/7 access to all our learning resources
Our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) gives you 24-hour access to our comprehensive L&D resources to help you through your course and beyond, Available for the duration of your CIPD Level 7 programme, it includes webinar recordings, workbooks and activities, as well as articles, videos and links to further reading. Perfect for when you want revisit something you’ve just learnt, or revise for your assessments.
Collaborate with other learners
Our online discussions are a great way to learn with and from other students, as well as our experts. You’ll share what you have learnt in each unit, reinforcing your understanding while helping you get ready for your assessments and your future role.
Get your burning questions answered
If you have a question about the VLE, CIPD membership, workshops or anything else to do with your course, our training support team are here to help.
You can call the support team whenever you need to, for as long as you’re on the programme.
Improve your study skills
Study skills are often overlooked when it comes to studying for a CIPD qualification but they’re essential if you want to do well. That’s why we’ve created brand new study skills webinars to help you enhance your critical analysis skills, write and communicate better and of course study more effectively. Available 24/7, you can watch these webinars anytime anywhere and on any device.
Achieving your qualification
Most learners spread the seven units over 18 months, spending two or three months on each unit. You will always have access to a personal adviser and our VLE, join online discussions and regularly receive course materials in the form of articles, activities and videos. While most learners complete the course over 18 months, your free to work at your own pace, and our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) allows you to do just that. With 24/7 access to all tour resources, you could complete your qualification in as little as 12 months.
Your pathway to becoming CIPD qualified
Completing this CIPD Level 7 qualification typically takes 24 months but can also be completed in less time.
Induction
Before we dive into the course units, you’ll complete an induction to help you prepare for the programme and get the most out of your learning. This will involve:
Meeting the learner community and accessing our extensive online resources
Receiving your handbook
Meeting your personal adviser
Exploring your unit workbooks
Watching study skills webinars
Study at your own pace
Most learners spread the seven units over 18 months, spending two or three months on each unit. You will always have access to a personal adviser and our VLE, join online discussions and regularly receive course materials in the form of articles, activities and videos. While most learners complete the course over 18 months, your free to work at your own pace, and our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) allows you to do just that. With 24/7 access to all tour resources, you could complete your qualification in as little as 12 months.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you’re aiming high in your HR career then studying for a CIPD Advanced Diploma will help you achieve your goals. The highest CIPD level available, this prestigious qualification will help you gain the strategic skills to lead and influence others. Develop the specialist HR knowledge to boost your credibility at a senior level with this Advanced Diploma which leads to CIPD Chartered Membership, the ultimate accolade for people professionals.
Study eight units in total to achieve your qualification and earn that well deserved promotion leading to higher pay! The CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma is the only qualification which enables you to apply to become a Chartered Member of the CIPD, the pinnacle of our profession.
If you want to get to the top in the people profession, then the CIPD Advanced Diploma is the qualification for you. Employers looking to recruit to senior positions will expect applicants to be CIPD qualified at this level because they know an Advanced Diploma increases the strategic knowledge and skills needed to set the people agenda in their organisation. Just look at the job adverts! You’ll also gain membership to a community full of advice, guidance and resources to support your career in the people profession.
In addition, CIPD qualifications will increase your salary and provide you with the skills and knowledge to accelerate your career. With research showing that people professionals with a CIPD qualification earn on average 12% more than those not qualified, it may be the best investment you ever make.
On par with a postgraduate/Master’s degree, the CIPD Level 7 is aimed at more experienced HR professionals. Topics and skills at this level include strategic reward management, advanced employment law, organisational design, and more.
Our CIPD Level 7 courses allow you to study at your own pace so the good news is that you decide how much learning time you need. Most learners spend on average at least 12 hours a week studying for their Advanced Diploma. Our online delivery means the course is designed to fit around your full-time work and family commitments.
Reed Learning offers expert support to ensure that you have the best chances of achieving your CIPD Level 7 qualification. Our courses allow you to learn online, meaning that you have total control over the pace at which you study. In addition, our expert CIPD tutors are always available to answer questions and offer support. We offer a wide range of specialist learning materials, study guides, recorded webinars and workbooks on our renowned Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) to help you achieve success. Also available are face-to-face, residential and live online studying options for those who want extra support in their learning. Get in touch today and fine out more about the different ways of learning we offer.
Our CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management is designed to give you the skills you need to take senior strategic HR roles. Advanced level qualifications are ideal if you have significant HR experience. Typical positions include: HR Business Partner, HR Consultant, Head of HR, HR Director, Chief People Officer.
Our CIPD courses allow you to study at your own pace. This means that you can decide for yourself how much time you want to spend on the course. In general, a CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma takes 16 to 24 months to complete.