CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management Course

The CIPD Level 7 is a prestigious qualification from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). Designed for senior HR and L&D professionals, this diploma equips you with the strategic knowledge, leadership skills, and global recognition to influence at board level and operate as a trusted HR leader.

It is more than a qualification, it’s your pathway to Chartered Membership (MCIPD), internationally recognised as the gold standard for HR professionals.

Why choose PwC's CIPD level 7 programme

Expert-led and flexible
Experience hybrid training that works around your schedule and maximises face-to-face contact hours in the Middle East.

Globally recognised for leadership excellence
Strengthen your profile for senior HR roles with a globally respected qualification that prepares you for Chartered CIPD status.

Strategic and applied learning
Learn to design people strategies that drive measurable business results.

Board-level influence
Build the confidence and credibility to shape executive-level decisions.

Who is it for

The programme is ideal for experienced HR and L&D professionals such as:

Head of HR
HR Business Partner
HR Consultants
Head of People & Culture
Head of Diversity & Inclusion
Head of Talent Acquisition

What you’ll gain

Pathway to Chartered CIPD status
Achieve MCIPD recognition, setting yourself apart as a globally respected HR professional.

Strategic leadership and influence
Gain the knowledge and confidence to align HR with business strategy, influence board-level decisions, and drive organisational performance.

Advanced HR expertise
Master resourcing, reward, employment relations, and workforce well-being, with evidence-based decision-making.

Global mobility
Build professional credibility recognised worldwide, opening opportunities for senior HR roles across industries and geographies.

Who is eligible

To enroll, you’ll need one of the following:

Significant HR or L&D experience
Senior management experience with HR responsibilities
A degree in HR or a related discipline

Language requirements (if English isn’t your first language):

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL 90
Cambridge English: Grade C (or equivalent)

How the programme works

The CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management is a postgraduate-level qualification typically completed over 18 months. The programme consists of eight modules. You will be assessed through a combination of written assignments such as reports, essays, and case studies, alongside personal development plans, skill-based evaluations, performance reviews, and interviews. Training is delivered in a hybrid format, combining face-to-face sessions with live online streaming for maximum flexibility. The qualification structure covers a comprehensive curriculum of core modules, including:

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
Resourcing and Talent Management to Sustain Success
Strategic Reward Management
Strategic Employment Relations

In addition, you can choose from elective modules such as:

Wellbeing at Work
Managing People in an International Context (coming soon)

Upskill your team with tailored CIPD training

We also deliver in-house CIPD programmes designed to help organisations strengthen their HR and L&D capabilities. Ideal for teams looking to embed people-first strategies and drive business performance, our customised training solutions align with your business goals and ensure measurable impact.