ILM Level 5 Certificate in Operational Leadership and Management Skills
£1,095 + VAT | Or £110 + VAT monthly for 10 months
Course Overview
- Suitable for Mid-level Managers
- Applicable for all industries
- Self-paced e-portfolio, complete the course at your own pace (typically 4–8 weeks)
- ILM accredited qualification
- 0% Finance available over 10 months


4 – 8 Weeks Course
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£1,095+VAT or £110+VAT Monthly
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ILM
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ILM (Institute of Leadership & Management) is the awarding body.
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ILM Level 5 Certificate Course Breakdown
The ILM Level 5 Certificate in Operational Leadership and Management Skills is designed for individuals who want to further develop their leadership and management capabilities. This comprehensive qualification covers a wider range of topics, helping learners build practical skills and knowledge to lead teams effectively, manage operations, and support organisational success.
To achieve this qualification, you must complete 4 units, including:
Mandatory Unit
- Assessing own leadership performance
Choose 3 Optional Units
- Managing own continuing personal and professional development
- Managing people Leading people and organisational culture
- Coaching and mentoring in a leadership role
- Promoting equity of opportunity, diversity and inclusion
- Leading and managing wellbeing in the workplace
- Managing operational workforce planning
- Project management
- Managing operational finance
- Making a financial case
- Optimising the use of technology
- Managing business risk
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Leading innovation and change
- Managing resources
- Business process engineering
- Managing quality
- Contributing to the delivery of organisational strategy
- Operational planning and reporting
- Organisational culture and ethics
- Organisational sustainability
- Data driven decision making
- Developing and managing collaborative relationships
- Managing stakeholder relationships
- Working with partners
- Developing products and services
How the Qualification Works
Our ILM qualifications have been designed to fit around your work and personal commitments. Study at your own pace through our online learning platform with the support of your dedicated tutor from enrolment through to completion.

Our Accredited ILM Tutors

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Why Complete the ILM Level 5 Certificate in Operational Leadership and Management Skills?
The ILM Level 5 Certificate in Operational Leadership and Management Skills is a great choice for managers and professionals who want to build on their existing leadership experience and develop the skills needed to manage teams and operations effectively. This qualification provides a broader understanding of leadership and management, helping you apply practical techniques to improve performance, support your team, and achieve organisational goals.
Benefits of completing this qualification include:
- Develop a wider range of leadership and operational management skills.
- Improve your ability to manage teams, performance, and workplace challenges.
- Build confidence in making effective decisions and leading change.
- Gain a nationally recognised ILM qualification.
- Choose units that align with your role, responsibilities, and career development goals.
- Study flexibly with expert tutor support throughout your course.

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