Overview
The ILM Level 3 Leadership & Management Programme develops the core skills, behaviours, and confidence needed to lead teams effectively. It’s designed for people who are stepping into leadership or already supervising others and want a solid professional foundation they can rely on.
Through practical learning, applied projects, and guided reflection, participants build the capabilities that help them lead people, manage performance, and contribute more strategically to their organisation. This is about turning capable employees into confident front-line leaders.
Who It’s For
This programme is ideal for:
- First-line managers, team leaders, and supervisors
- Aspiring leaders preparing for their first management role
- Experienced team leads who want a recognised leadership qualification
- Individuals responsible for guiding people, projects, or day-to-day operations
If you’re managing others or moving in that direction, this gives you the toolkit and credibility to do it well.
What You’ll Gain
Participants will:
- Build core leadership skills rooted in communication, motivation, and clarity
- Learn how to manage performance and support team development
- Develop confidence in delegation, prioritisation, and problem-solving
- Strengthen decision-making and operational leadership skills
- Understand how to create a productive, positive team environment
- Gain a recognised, respected ILM Level 3 qualification that supports career progression
- Apply learning directly to real workplace challenges
Programme Highlights
- Structured learning aligned with ILM Level 3 standards
- Practical workshops with real-world scenarios and skill practice
- Work-based assignments to apply learning directly to your role
- Digital workbook and toolkits for planning, reflection, and implementation
- Support from experienced facilitators throughout the programme
- Access to ILM’s and our own extensive resources
- Flexible delivery options including modular or intensive formats
The Outcome
By the end of the programme, participants will have the skills and confidence to lead teams effectively, communicate with clarity, and support people through daily operational challenges.
Leaders will be equipped to handle performance issues, motivate others, and contribute more strategically to organisational goals.
They’ll walk away with a practical skillset and a recognised ILM Level 3 qualification that strengthens their leadership credibility.
Flexible Options
Delivery formats may include:
- In-house programmes tailored to your organisation
- Public/open cohorts for individuals or small groups
- Blended or fully virtual learning depending on the provider
All options are designed to support meaningful learning that fits around real work.
Modular Approach
Ignite your leadership journey with our modular ILM Leadership Programmes.
Choose the modules that match your needs and craft a pathway that elevates your growth.
ILM Levels
You can also decide what level. Choose the Award for focused enhancement, opt for the Certificate to strengthen and refine your skills or progress to the Diploma to immerse yourself fully and amplify your leadership impact.
The choice is yours. We're here to support every step of the way.
Take the Next Step
Ready to build a strong foundation for your leadership career?
Enquire about the ILM Level 3 Leadership & Management Programmes and gain the skills, confidence, and qualification you need to lead people effectively — and take your next step with purpose.
Core Modules
The ILM Level 3 Leadership and Management covers the foundations of effective leadership: understanding your role, adapting leadership styles, motivating teams, communicating clearly, and managing performance. It focuses on practical skills that help new or aspiring managers lead confidently and improve day-to-day team outcomes.
Learners must complete the mandatory module - Developing Effective Leadership Skills, and complete additional Level 3 modules based on the type of L3 qualification they want to gain: Award (1 module), Certificate (3 modules), or Diploma (5 modules).
Our modular approach to our programmes means that the ILM programme can be tailored to your organisation’s needs, giving you flexibility and a cost-effective way to develop leaders and for them to gain the qualification.
All module details are available here.
Coaching Learning Resources
Every learner on our Coaching Skills Programmes receives access to a full suite of resources designed to reinforce and accelerate their growth.
They will receive a digital e-workbook packed with all the models, tools, and frameworks introduced throughout the programme.
This provides a personal guide to reference during and after the sessions — helping learners to put learning into action straight away.
Alongside this, individuals will gain access to our online Resource Hub, an extensive library created to deepen the learners understanding and embed skills further.
Inside, learners will find:
- Video recordings of each lesson to revisit at your own pace
- Step-by-step coaching guides to support real-world application
- Book reviews to inspire further exploration
- Articles and insights from experienced coaches
- Additional tools and templates to enhance additional practice
And because every learner’s journey is different, the resources provided can be tailored to your individual goals and learning needs - ensuring you get exactly what your learners need to thrive and grow.
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