ILM Level 4 Certificate In Leadership And Management in Charleston

ILM Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management Course Outline

Total Credit Value – 13

Guided Learning Hours – 19

Unit 8605-406: Developing Your Leadership Styles

Total Credit Value – 4

Guided Learning Hours – 10

Module 1: Understand the Outcomes of Effective Leadership

• Evaluate the Importance of Performance and Engagement with Followers in an Organization
• Defining Leadership

Module 2: Be Able to Assess Own Leadership Styles

• Review Own Leadership Styles by Using a Diagnostic
• Assess the Effectiveness of Own Leadership Styles

Module 3: Understand the Implications of Own Leadership Styles for Self and for Leadership Within Own Organization

• Impact of Changes in the Situation on the Effectiveness of the Adopted Style
• Leadership Profiling

Module 4: Be Able to Assess Own Leadership Behaviour, in Terms of the Factors Which Determine Effective Leadership

• Factors Which Impact on Leadership Effectiveness
• Assess Own Leadership Behaviour in Terms of These Factors

Module 5: Understand How to Develop Own Leadership Style and Effectiveness

• Produce an Action Plan for Developing Own Leadership Style and Effectiveness
• Benefits of Implementing the Action Plan
• How You Will Monitor and Evaluate the Action Plan?

Unit 8605-408: Management Communication

Credit Value – 4

Guided Learning Hours – 18

Module 6: Understand the Importance of Effective Communication in Management

• Importance of Effective Communication in Management
• Communication Process
• Relevance of the Communication Cycle for Effective Communication
• Importance of Selecting an Appropriate Tone and Language
• Importance of Level of Formality
• Effectiveness of Verbal and Written Communication Methods
• Evaluate Communication Skills as a Manager

Module 7: Be Able to Develop Effective Communication Skills as a Reflective Manager

• Developing Effective Communication Skills as a Reflective Manager
• Tools for Evaluating Communication Skills
• Importance of Feedback on Communication Skills
• Identifying Strengths and Areas for Improvement
• SWOT Analysis
• Personal Development Planning

Unit 8605-300: Solving Problems and Making Decisions

Total Credit Value – 2

Guided Learning Hours – 9

Module 8: Know How to Describe a Problem, Its Nature, Scope, and Impact

• Problem, Its Nature Scope, and Impact
• Ways to Recognise, Define, Investigate, and Analyse Problems
• Objective Setting in Relation to Problem
• Brainstorming, Problem Solving, and Creative Thinking Techniques

Module 9: Know How to Gather and Interpret Information to Solve a Problem

• Gather and Interpret Information to Identify Possible Solutions to a Problem
• Prepare a Summary of the Options Providing Facts and Evidence
• Difference Between Data and Information

Module 10: Know How to Evaluate Options to Make a Decision

• Importance of Adequate and Relevant Information for Effective Decision-Making
• Identification of What Information is Relevant to Specific Decisions
• Decision Making Techniques

Module 11: How to Plan, Monitor, and Review the Implementation and Communication of Decisions?

• Plan the Implementation and Communication of the Decision
• Monitoring and Review Techniques to Evaluate Outcomes

Unit 8605-303: Planning and Allocating Work

Total Credit Value – 2

Guided Learning Hours – 9

Module 12: Know How to Plan Work in the Workplace

• Identify Organisational Targets Relevant to the Team
• Set Smart Objectives for the Team to Achieve the Targets
• Use a Technique to Plan to Achieve the Objectives
• Explain How to Monitor and Control a Planned Activity

Module 13: Know How to Allocate Work to Team Members

• Identify Resources Required to Complete a Planned Activity
• How to Allocate Work to Team Members?
• How to Assess and Support Team Performance in Achieving Objectives?

Module 14: Understand How to Improve the Performance of a Team in Delivering to Plan

• Possible Cause of Variance from a Planned Activity
• How to Involve Team Members in Identifying Ways to Improve Performance to Meet Objectives?
• Techniques for Identifying Causes of Underperformance

Unit 8605-314: Understanding Discipline in the Workplace

Total Credit Value – 1

Guided Learning Hours – 5

Module 15: Understand the Legal Aspects and Organisational Policy Relating to Discipline in the Workplace

• Legal Aspects of the Disciplinary Process
• Organisation’s Employment Policies and Procedures that Could Guide the Manager in Dealing with Disciplinary Issues

Module 16: Understand How to Monitor Discipline in the Workplace

• Purpose of Disciplinary Procedure
• Interpersonal Behaviour and Support Skills Required by a Manager to Monitor Discipline in the Workplace

Who Should Attend this ILM Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management Course?

This Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management Course is ideal for professionals aiming to refine their Leadership and Management Skills. It is particularly beneficial for:

• Mid-level Managers
• Team Leaders
• Project Managers
• Aspiring Senior Managers
• HR Professionals
• Business Owners
• Department Heads

Prerequisites of the ILM Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management Course. However, a foundational understanding of Leadership and Management principles is beneficial.

ILM Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management Course Overview

The ILM Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management is designed to enhance the leadership and management skills of professionals, equipping them with the knowledge and tools needed to lead teams and drive organisational success. This qualification is highly relevant in today’s competitive business environment, where effective leadership is crucial for achieving strategic goals and fostering a positive work culture.

Understanding leadership and management principles is essential for Mid-level Managers, Team Leaders, and Aspiring Leaders who want to improve their ability to manage people and processes efficiently. Mastering these skills enables professionals to make informed decisions, motivate their teams, and contribute to the overall success of their organisation.

This 1-day training by the Knowledge Academy provides delegates with a comprehensive introduction to leadership and management concepts. The course covers key topics such as decision-making, team dynamics, performance management, and strategic planning.

Course Objectives

• To identify the problem and make appropriate decisions
• To know about the responsibilities of a manager to achieve organisational goals
• To understand the relationship between formal and informal organisations structures
• To learn effective managerial communication and interpersonal skills
• To get in-depth knowledge about effective leadership styles
• To understand how to monitor and evaluate the action plan

After completing this training, delegates will be able to make effective decisions to solve problems in the workplace. They will also be able to engage more followers in the organisation with the help of an effective leadership style.

What's Included in this Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management Course?

• ILM Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management Assessment
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• ILM Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management Certificate 
• Digital Delegate Pack

ILM Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management Assessment Information 

• You will complete assessments for each unit you study, consisting of written tasks and project-based evaluations. 
• All submissions will be completed online and evaluated by your ILM tutor.