CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development
The CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development develops advanced L&D knowledge and practical skills to support employee development, learning strategy and organisational performance.
Course overview
- Qualification
- CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development
- Qualification Level
- RQF Level 5 Associate Qualification
- Delivery Mode
- Fully online, flexible self-paced learning with live and recorded learning support
- Duration
- Up to 18 months access, with many learners completing within 12 to 14 months
- Study Language
- English
- Units
- 7 units
- Assessment
- 7 assignment-based assessments
- Examinations
- No formal examinations
- Certification
- CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development upon successful completion
- Membership Progression
- Eligible for CIPD Associate Membership and the designation Assoc CIPD upon successful completion
- Individual Enrolment
- Available
- Corporate Group Enrolment
- Available
- Payment Flexibility
- Installment payment plans available for 3, 6, 9, and 12 months.
This qualification is ideal for:
- Learning and Development Officers, Coordinators and Specialists
- L&D Business Partners and aspiring L&D Managers
- Talent Development and Capability Development professionals
- Learning Designers and Training Coordinators
- Organisational Development professionals
- Employee Experience and People Development professionals
- Internal trainers and facilitators who want to progress professionally
- HR professionals moving into Learning and Development
- Professionals who have completed CIPD Level 3 and want to specialise in L&D
- Companies developing their Learning and Development, talent or organisational-development teams
Who should enroll
Eligibility Criteria
CIPD Level 5 is designed for professionals who already have some experience in Learning and Development, talent, HR, training, organisational development or a related role.
You should have:
A good standard of written and spoken English
The ability to research, analyse workplace issues and complete written assignments
Practical experience in L&D, training, talent, HR, organisational development or a related role
The ability to study independently and manage your learning alongside professional commitments
Access to a laptop or desktop computer and a reliable internet connection
Basic confidence using Microsoft Word, email and online learning platforms
CIPD Level 3 is a helpful foundation but is not the only route to Level 5. Learners with relevant workplace experience may also be suitable.
What you will learn
By completing this qualification, you will be able to:
- Understand how organisational strategy, culture and performance influence learning needs
- Use evidence, research and data to make stronger L&D decisions
- Demonstrate ethical, inclusive and professional people-practice behaviours
- Support informal, social and self-directed learning
- Identify individual, team and organisational learning needs
- Design engaging and business-focused learning programmes
- Facilitate structured learning activities for groups
- Evaluate learning activity and improve future L&D interventions
- Progress towards CIPD Associate Membership and the designation Assoc CIPD
Course Structure
Course Units and What Each Unit Covers
Unit 1: Organisational Performance and Culture in Practice
This unit explores how organisations operate and how people practices can contribute to sustainable performance. What you will cover
- Organisational strategy, structure and performance
- External influences affecting organisations and people practices
- Organisational culture and employee behaviour
- The impact of technology and digital working
- Change management and its effect on employees
- Employee wellbeing and organisational performance
- The role of people professionals in creating value
Practical relevance: You will learn to connect L&D activity with business priorities, organisational culture and performance, ensuring learning is relevant to the organisation rather than delivered in isolation.
Unit 2: Evidence-Based Practice
This unit develops your ability to use evidence, research, data and critical thinking to make well-informed people and learning decisions. What you will cover
- Principles of evidence-based practice
- Using quantitative and qualitative data
- People analytics and workplace metrics
- Research methods and critical evaluation
- Interpreting information and identifying meaningful insight
- Presenting evidence clearly to support decisions
- Ethical and responsible use of employee data
Practical relevance. You will be able to use data, evidence and research more confidently when identifying learning needs, evaluating learning activity and recommending development solutions.
Unit 3: Professional Behaviours and Valuing People
This unit focuses on the professional behaviours needed to build trust, act ethically and create value as a people professional. What you will cover
- Ethical practice and professional integrity
- Valuing people and supporting employee wellbeing
- Equality, inclusion and respectful workplace practices
- Professional courage and constructive challenge
- Building trust and credible stakeholder relationships
- Reflective practice and continuous professional development
- Managing professional responsibility and accountability
Practical relevance. You will build the confidence to work credibly with managers, learners and stakeholders while applying inclusive, values-led judgement in L&D and people-development decisions.
Unit 4: Support Informal and Self-Directed Learning
This unit explores how people can learn beyond formal training programmes through everyday work, collaboration, experience and access to learning resources. What you will cover
- The principles of informal, social and self-directed learning
- Learning theories and their application in the workplace
- Supporting individuals to take ownership of their development
- Curating useful learning resources and opportunities
- Building a culture of continuous learning
- Peer learning, communities of practice and knowledge sharing
- The role of technology in self-directed learning
Practical relevance. You will learn how to support learning that happens naturally through work, collaboration, digital resources and professional communities, rather than relying only on classroom or virtual training.
Unit 5: Design Learning and Development Programmes to Create Value
This unit focuses on designing engaging learning solutions that address real organisational and performance needs. What you will cover
- • Identifying learning and capability needs
- • Stakeholder analysis and consultation
- • Linking L&D initiatives to organisational objectives
- • Learning-design principles and learning theories
- • Creating inclusive and accessible learning solutions
- • Writing measurable learning objectives
- • Designing programmes for different audiences and delivery methods
- • Evaluating the potential value of L&D interventions
Practical relevance. You will be able to design relevant, engaging and business-focused learning programmes that address genuine capability needs and support improved performance.
Unit 6: Facilitate Structured Learning and Development Activities for Groups
This unit develops the knowledge and skills needed to plan and facilitate effective group learning activities. What you will cover
- Planning structured learning sessions
- Preparing learners and managing group dynamics
- Facilitation methods and learning activities
- Creating inclusive and engaging learning environments
- Supporting participation and different learning needs
- Using feedback to improve learner experience
- Reviewing the effectiveness of facilitated learning
Practical relevance. You will build confidence in facilitating workshops, group learning sessions and development activities that keep participants engaged and support real learning outcomes.
Unit 7: Additional Specialist Unit
To complete the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development, learners complete one additional specialist unit from the approved Level 5 options. The available option may include a specialist area such as:
- Specialist Employment Law
- Advances in Digital Learning and Development
- People Management in an International Context
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- Leadership and Management Development
- Wellbeing at Work
The most suitable specialist unit will be confirmed as part of your enrolment and learning plan.
How You Will Be Assessed
There are no formal examinations for the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development.
Assessment is assignment-based and allows you to demonstrate how you apply knowledge to realistic workplace situations. You will complete seven written assignment assessments, one for each unit.
Assignments may include:
Written responses to professional practice questions
Reports and evidence-based recommendations
Analysis of workplace scenarios and case studies
Using people data and research to support a decision
Identifying learning or capability needs
Designing a learning and development solution
Preparing learning objectives, facilitation plans or development proposals
Evaluating the effectiveness of a learning initiative
Reflective tasks that demonstrate professional behaviours and ethical practice
Assignments are completed online and submitted through the learning platform.
You will receive tutor guidance and feedback throughout your learning journey. Learners have up to three submission attempts per unit, giving you the opportunity to review and improve your work where required.
How You Will Study
The programme is designed for busy professionals who need flexibility, practical support and the ability to apply learning directly to their role.
Your learning experience includes:
Flexible online learning-platform access
Self-paced study around work and personal commitments
Live online classes to support key learning topics
Recorded sessions available for revision
Comprehensive learning resources and study materials
Tutor interaction and academic support
Assignment guidance and feedback
Train Point Institute enrolment and learner-support assistance
Support from enrolment through to completion and certification facilitation
Career Opportunities After CIPD Level 5
After completing this qualification, you will be better positioned for progressing roles such as:
Learning and Development Specialist
Learning and Development Business Partner
Learning and Development Manager
Learning Designer
Talent Development Specialist
Organisational Development Practitioner
Organisational Development Business Partner
Employee Experience Manager
People Development Manager
Learning Consultant
Training and Development Manager
The qualification also provides a strong pathway for learners who wish to progress further to CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma qualifications.
Why Choose Train Point Institute?
Study an internationally recognised CIPD Level 5 qualification from Dubai
Develop practical L&D and organisational-development capability for career progression
Learn through a flexible online format designed for working professionals
Receive personalised enrolment and learner support from Train Point Institute
Build stronger knowledge in learning design, facilitation and capability development
Complete a qualification assessed through assignments rather than formal examinations
Access flexible payment-plan options
Enrol individually or as part of a corporate people-development initiative
Corporate Training for Companies
Train Point Institute supports organisations that wish to develop the capability of their Learning and Development, talent, organisational-development and people-development teams through CIPD Level 5.
Corporate enrolment can help your organisation:
Build stronger internal L&D and talent-development capability
Design more effective learning interventions for employees and managers
Improve employee capability, engagement and performance
Develop more confident internal trainers and facilitators
Link learning activity more clearly to organisational objectives
Create structured career-development pathways for L&D professionals
Invest in internationally recognised professional development
Corporate group enrolment and tailored support are available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development, and who is it for?
It is an internationally recognised qualification for professionals who already have some experience in Learning and Development, talent, HR, training, organisational development or a related role.
It is suitable for L&D Officers, L&D Specialists, Learning Designers, Talent Development professionals, Organisational Development professionals, internal trainers and aspiring L&D Managers who want to take on broader responsibility and progress in their career.
Who delivers the CIPD qualification?
Train Point Institute in Dubai offers CIPD qualifications in collaboration with e-Careers, a CIPD Approved Platinum Study Centre. Train Point Institute supports your enrolment, learner journey and certification facilitation.
What does the qualification include, and how is it assessed?
The qualification includes seven units:
Organisational Performance and Culture in Practice
Evidence-Based Practice
Professional Behaviours and Valuing People
Support Informal and Self-Directed Learning
Design Learning and Development Programmes to Create Value
Facilitate Structured Learning and Development Activities for Groups
One additional specialist unit selected from the approved Level 5 options
There are no formal examinations. You will complete seven written assignment assessments based on practical workplace scenarios, reports, data, research, learning-design tasks, facilitation plans and evidence-based L&D recommendations.
How long does the programme take, and what support is provided?
You will have up to 18 months of access to complete the qualification. Many learners complete it within 12 to 14 months, depending on their available study time and assignment schedule.
The programme is delivered fully online, allowing you to study flexibly around work and personal commitments. You will have access to learning resources, live and recorded sessions, tutor support, assignment guidance and learner-support assistance from Train Point Institute.
What certificate will I receive, can I progress to CIPD Level 7 and are payment plans available?
Upon successful completion of all required units and assessments, you will receive the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development.
You will also be eligible for CIPD Associate Membership and may use the designation Assoc CIPD after successful completion. The qualification provides a strong foundation for progression to CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma qualifications.
Flexible instalment plans are available to make the qualification more manageable for working professionals. Corporate group enrolment and group rates are also available for companies that wish to develop their Learning and Development, talent or organisational-development teams.
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