Advanced Professional Diploma in Managing Organisational Learning and Development (MOLD)

Why choose this course?

The AP D in Managing Organisational Learning and Development is designed to extend your awareness of learning and development beyond your own organisation and the business sector in which it operates. You will develop a more informed approach to the management of learning and development, enabling you to anticipate changes in your organisation You will then able to devise the learning and development policies and decisions that enable your organisation to implement change programmes.

The areas covered by the course are

• the contexts in which different organisations operate
• HR issues, including training, learning, knowledge and evaluation
• creating a learning and development function that improves organisational capacity (Learning and Development module – L&D)
• building productive environments and creating knowledge capital (Managing Organisational Learning and Knowledge module – MOLK)
• dealing with the realities of training and development operations (Managing the Training and Development Function module – MTDF)
• enhancing management capability to deliver present and future organisation agendas (Management Development module – MD)

Is this course for me?

The AP D in MOLD is aimed at HRD Managers and senior practitioners who would like to specialise in the learning and development profession.

The course also provides a basis of knowledge which you can build on to work towards the CIPD Professional Development Scheme (PDS). Four of the Learning and Development Electives modules (L&D, MOLK, MTDF and MD) overlap with modules that are part of MOL's CIPD Flexible Learning⁺, so there is an opportunity to progress to other modules of CIPD Flexible Learning⁺.

Programme Fees

For details on our competitively priced programmes call MOL on 0161 203 2103.

When you ring why not ask about MOL's popular ‘Instalment Plan’, offered at no extra cost to the student?

NB - Fees include all learning materials, tutor support and workshop lunch/refreshments. MOL DO NOT charge VAT on their course fees.

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What level of CIPD membership will I have?

While studying for the AP D in MOLD, if you are not already a CIPD member you must register for Studying Affiliate Member status, which is mandatory while you are studying. The cost of CIPD membership is not included in the course, and you will need to obtain membership directly with the CIPD.

If you progress to CIPD Flexible Learning⁺ course, completion of the programme ultimately leads to Graduate Member status of the CIPD.

What are my career prospects/next steps after the course?

The AP D in MOLD course provides the skills and knowledge required to develop your career as a manager or senior practitioner specialising in the learning and development function.

Opportunities for further study are the

• CIPD PDS course
• MA in Strategic Human Resources

MOL offers the full range of CIPD qualifications, so stay with MOL as you progress through your career and the CIPD membership structure.

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered through flexible learning, consisting of

• 11 full day workshops
• one personal tutorial
• self-study using CIPD and MOL learning materials
• tutor support via email, fax or telephone
• two Action Learning Sets (ALS)

An ALS is a workshop in which students work together in small groups. MOL provides a supportive and challenging forum to enable the groups of students to reflect on their learning, performance and research activities.

Where do the workshops take place?

MOL has delivery venues throughout the UK.

We can also run in-house company training on your organisation's premises (UK and international). Please see our information about bespoke training for your business.

How long does the course last?

Twelve months

How will I be assessed?

You will need to attend all of the workshops and to complete

• four assignments
• four CIPD national examinations

How do I apply for this course?

Please complete an application form (pdf) and return it to

MOL
D9, Moston Campus
Ashley Lane
Manchester
M9 4WU

Once we have received your application form, we will send you an acknowledgement that your place has been reserved. You will then receive your induction pack two weeks prior to the start of your course.

Further information

Contact the MOL Enquiry Team, who will discuss your requirements and offer advice to guide you to the right course. Please ring 0161 203 2103 or fill in our enquiry form.