Who is this qualification for?
This qualification is designed for aspiring managers or middle managers looking to expand their knowledge and gain a recognised qualification. Really get to grips with the role, gain comprehensive business knowledge and develop the skills you need to lead and inspire others at this level.

Qualification benefits
For individuals
- Develop the capabilities and personal awareness you need to lead, motivate and inspire others
- Accredit your experience with a nationally recognised qualification that is transferable across multiple professions and sectors
- Supports both personal growth and career progression goals
- Flexible learning approach, working around you and your commitments
For employers
- Develop managers who are more effective, communicative, and capable of driving positive organisational outcomes
- Develop managers who can assess and improve their own leadership styles and behaviours
- Develop managers with an advanced understanding of their role and function in your organisation
Qualification units
- Understanding the Management Role to Improve Performance
- Planning and Leading a Complex Team Activity
- Developing Your Leadership Style
Depending on your chosen programme, some or all of the following Essential Skills courses may be required or will need to be completed:
- Essential Skills Level 2 or 3 Application of Number (AON)
- Essential Skills Level 2 or 3 Communication
- Essential Skills Level 2 or 3 Digital Literacy
On completion of the ILM Level 4 Certificate, learners can progress onto the Diploma, developing advanced skills and deeper strategic insight.
“The support and flexible approach shown by the team at Portal is really helping to get the best out of my team.”
Caroline Spanton
Beicio Cymru | Welsh Cycling
Qualification delivery and assessment
At Portal we understand the demands of modern work life. We know that your work commitments, project deliverables, and team responsibilities require careful balance. That’s why we’ve shaped a flexible learning approach that allows you to hone your skills without having to compromise your ongoing commitments.
On enrolment, each learner is assigned a dedicated assessor who will provide ongoing support throughout the programme. Following an initial induction session, learners take part in monthly two hour one-to-one sessions via Microsoft Teams, focused on progress, observations and task setting.
Mixed methods which could include:
- Assignments and reflective accounts
- Professional discussion
- Question and answer
- Work related evidence
Fees for this qualification are subject to VAT. We welcome both individual learner bookings and organisation bookings, with invoicing available for employers placing group bookings.




