ILM Level 7 Diploma Strategic Leadership And Management in Fairfax

ILM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management Training Course Outline

Total Credit Value – 46

Total Guided Learning Hours - 92

Unit 8618-601: Developing Personal Effectiveness and Impact

Credit Value: 6

Guided Learning Hours: 14

Module 1: Apply the Meta Skills Required for an Effective Manager

• Communication Skills and Their Use within the Management Role
• Introduction to Meta Skills
• Communications Skills in Management Role
• Effective Use of Communication Skills at Internal and External Level
• Assess Own Skills in Critical Thinking and Its Relevance to Problem Solving
• Critical thinking to analyse all available facts, evidence, observations and arguments
• Theories of critical thinking Like bounded rationality
• Different Critical thinking skills 
• 3C’s of Complex Problem Solving
• Compare and Creative Thinking Tools/Techniques
• Creative Thinking Models
• Creative Tools/Techniques
• Produce an Action Plan
• Peer Learning
• Action Sets
• Reflective Practice
• Research
• Webinars

Module 2: Leader Behaviours within an Organisation

• Evaluate Models of Continuous Development and Their Importance
• Introduction to Continuous Development
• Continuous Development Models: Peer, Collaborative, and Experiential
• Importance of Continuous Learning at Management Level
• Analyse the Characteristics of a Self-Aware Leader 
• Characteristics of Self-Aware Leader
• Ability to be Self-Aware and Understand Impact of Own Behaviours
• How They Apply to Own Behaviours?
• Evaluate Theories of Behaviours which Support Impression Management
• Introduction to Impression Management
• Models of Behaviours: Folkman’s, Lewin, and Goffman

Module 3: Apply Their Understanding of Crisis Management, Agility and Resilience

• Importance of Crisis Management
• Stages of Crisis Management
• Prevent Damage to Organisations Reputation
• Understand Factors That Led to Crisis
• Restore Calm and Stability
• Develop Adaptive Coping Strategies for Future Situations
• Critique Organisational Agility and Resilience
• Organisational Agility
• Organisational Resilience
• Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness
• Assessment of Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness for Crisis Management, Agility, and Resilience
• Produce an Action Plan to Develop Personal Effectiveness and Preparedness
• Setting SMART Action Plan

Unit 8618-608: Delivering a commercially focused strategy

Credit Value: 8

Guided Learning Hours: 17

Module 4: Promoting Creative Culture and Team Performance

• Reflect on Leadership Suitability in a Creative Culture
• Evaluate Creative Culture Components for Strategy
• Analyse High-Performance Team Factors

Module 5: Strategic Commercial Review

• Evaluate Organisational Strategy
• Analyse Organisational Capacity for Strategy Revision
• Analyse Markets for Strategic Opportunities
• Revise Commercial Strategy

Module 6: Strategy Delivery to Stakeholders

• Develop Strategy Pitch for Stakeholders
• Present Strategy to Stakeholders

Unit 8618-609: Principles and Practices of Risk Management

Credit Value: 5

Guided Learning Hours: 10

Module 7: Importance of Risk Management, Analysis, and Control

• Evaluate the Benefits of Risk Management in the Workplace
• Introduction to Risk Management
• Benefits of Risk Management
• Potential Barriers to Risk Management in the Workplace
• Assess Own Organisation’s Risk Management Approach 
• Evaluate Techniques Supporting the Identification and Analysis of Risk
• Analyse Control Strategies to Manage Risk

Module 8: Develop a Risk Management Plan

• Appraise Methods of Monitoring and Reporting Risk
• Analyse Contingency Planning and Crisis Management
• Create a Risk Management Plan for Identification and Mitigation of Risks 

Unit 8618-700: Developing Leadership and Management Capability Through Enquiry

Credit Value: 20

Guided Learning Hours: 30

Module 9: Enquiry-Based Approach

• Introduction to Enquiry-Based Approach
• Principles of Enquiry-Based Learning
• Benefits of a Research-Oriented Approach
• Identifying Complex Situations in Leadership and Management
• Common Challenges Faced in Complex Organisational Environments
• Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
• Critical Analysis of Leadership and Management Theories
• Conducting Enquiry in a Learner-Specific Context
• Strategies for Addressing Uncertainty and Ambiguity in Leadership

Module 10: Design and Undertake an Enquiry-Based Approach

• Purpose a Valid Enquiry
• Current Practice in Leadership and Management
• Undertake Data-Driven Enquiry
• Design the Enquiry Process
• Collect Data
• Analyse the Data
• Present Your Findings
• Reflect on Enquiry Process
• Apply the Findings
• Summary Reports, Tables, Webinar, Podcast
• Portfolio of Evidence, Minutes of Meetings, Slide show with Voice Over 

Module 11: Evaluate and Deliver the Outcome of Enquiry-Based Learning

• Define Evaluation Objectives
• Clarify the Purpose
• Set Measurable Goals
• Select Evaluation Methods
• Choose Appropriate Tools
• Use Mixed Methods
• Assess the Enquiry Process
• Evaluate Engagement
• Review Research Quality
• Analyse Problem-Solving Approaches
• Evaluate Learning Outcomes
• Knowledge Acquisitions
• Skill Development
• Application of Learning
• Gather Feedback from Learners
• Self-Assessment 
• Peer Feedback
• Instructor Feedback
• Synthesise and Analyse Data
• Combine Data
• Interpret Results
• Deliver the Outcome
• Prepare a Summary Report
• Written or Recorded Narrative
• Communicate Results to Stakeholders
• Provide Actionable Feedback
• Specific and Constructive Feedback
• Recommendations for Future Enquiries 
• Reflect on the Evaluation Process
• Review the Evaluation Methods
• Document Insights and Lessons Learned
• Follow Up and Continuous Improvement
• Implement Changes
• Encourage Lifelong Learning

Unit 8618-717: Evolving Approaches in Leadership and Management

Credit Value: 7

Guided Learning Hours: 21

Module 12: Innovation and Change in an Evolving World and Potential Impacts on Leadership and Management

• Analyse the Effects of Innovation and Change and Its Impact on Leadership
• Dynamic and Future Focused Working Environment
• Impact of Innovation and Change
• Fostering an Environment and Culture of Innovation and Change in an Evolving World
• Current Leadership Thinking in a Dynamic Working Environment
• Methods to Appraise Impacts on Leadership 
• Cultural Engagement Techniques and Behaviours
• Analyse the Effects of Innovation and Change and Its Impact on Management
• Techniques to Enable Innovation and Change in an Evolving World
• Current Management Theories
• Methods to Appraise Impacts on Management

Module 13: Create a Development Plan

• Research Evolving Trends of Leadership and Management Practices
• Evolving Trends of Leadership in an Evolving World 
• Past School of Thoughts, Current Thinking, Emergent Thinking
• Leadership Practices that to Support an Evolving World
• Evolving Trends of Management in Dynamic Working Environment
• Management Practices in the Context of an Evolving World
• Review Own and Organisational Leadership and Management Approaches
• Skills Radar
• Organisational Skills Gap Analysis 
• Johnson and Scholes - Cultural Web Analysis Theory
• Plan Own and Organisational Future Leadership and Management Development

Who Should Attend This ILM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management Course?

This Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management is ideal for individuals looking to deepen their strategic leadership skills. It is particularly beneficial for:

• Senior Managers
• Directors
• Executives
• Business Owners
• C-Suite Professionals
• Aspiring Leaders
• Strategic Planners

Prerequisites of the ILM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management. However, it is recommended that delegates have some experience in Coaching or Mentoring, or in a related field such as management.

ILM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management Course Overview

Advanced leadership and strategic management skills are essential for guiding organisations toward success. The Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management provides comprehensive training designed to equip senior professionals with the tools they need to lead strategically and manage effectively.

This diploma is crucial for Senior Managers, Directors, and Executives who are responsible for setting and implementing organisational strategy. The Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management covers a wide range of topics, from strategic planning and decision-making to change management and organisational growth. It’s an excellent choice for those looking to refine their leadership skills and gain a deep understanding of strategic management principles.

Offered by The Knowledge Academy, this intensive 4- days training provides delegates with a thorough understanding of strategic leadership and management. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, using real-world case studies to ensure that delegates can apply what they learn directly to their roles.

Course Objectives

• To master advanced leadership and strategic management concepts
• To develop strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation skills
• To enhance decision-making and problem-solving abilities in complex organisational contexts
• To gain expertise in leading and managing organisational change effectively
• To cultivate the skills needed to drive sustainable growth and success in any organisation

Upon completion, delegates will have the strategic insights and leadership capabilities to excel in senior roles, making impactful decisions that contribute to long-term organisational success.

What's Included in This ILM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management?

• ILM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management Assessment
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• ILM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack

ILM Level 7 Diploma Strategic Leadership and Management Assessment

• You will complete multiple assessments, including written tasks, case study analyses, and project-based evaluations.
• Assessments will be submitted online and graded by your course tutor.