ILM Award

ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership and Management 2 days 9:30- 4:30 The ILM level 3 Award is a concise qualification which gives an introduction to the basic skills, knowledge and understanding required by today’s first line manager. The units delivered are designed to develop practical techniques for tackling managerial problems and making decisions, understanding the differences between leadership and management and be able to understand the management and communication of change. Throughout the workshops there will be a number of different training methods utilised by the tutor to cater for all learning styles and these will include the following – theory, team exercises, individual questionnaires, discussions/debates and YouTube clips. Reflection time will be built in to cater for learning points to be consolidated; this will enable a clear link to be made between learning and the practicalities of the workplace. You will also discuss the assessments needed for the qualification and the tutor will guide and support you through the requirements.

Content:

Solving problems and making decisions

Simple ways to recognise, investigate and analyse problems to make informed decisions.

Understanding leadership

The difference between leadership and management, and the need for each of them. The characteristics and behaviours of a leader, and the sources of power.

Key Benefits: As a result of completing this qualification, learners will be able to;

Describe problems and gather information to provide possible solutions.

Use problem solving and decision making techniques to inform suitable decisions.

Plan, review and communicate decisions.

The differences between leaders and managers and the qualities of a leader.

Identify their leadership style and use this effectively.