NEW: ABE Level 5 Diploma in Effective Leadership

Qualification number
610/5859/2
Number of units
6
Guided learning hours
140
Credits
40
Strategic, self-aware, inclusive — lead at a higher level

This qualification provides a comprehensive and practical framework for developing confident, adaptive, and self-aware leaders who can drive individual and organisational success. 

It is designed for current and aspiring leaders who seek to refine their leadership approach, build high-performing teams, and foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture through continuous reflection and improvement. The qualification focuses on self-awareness, building a personal brand, effective communication, team performance management, and inclusive and inspirational leadership. 

You will apply adaptive leadership behaviours and reflective leadership practice to manage diverse personalities, life stages, and neurodiversity, by analysing your leadership experiences and outcomes to foster a culture of continuous improvement within your organisation. 

This diploma supports leaders in becoming purpose-driven, people-focused, and performance-oriented, ready to meet the evolving demands of modern leadership.

Assessments:

  • Practical, assignment-based assessments that you apply directly to your organisation
  • Fast six-week turnaround  from submission to result to keep you on track
  • All assessments are marked by ABE to ensure a consistent standard

Who It's For:

  • Experienced leaders seeking formal recognition
  • Senior professionals responsible for organisational change or growth
  • Those on a pathway to executive or transformational leadership roles

Why Study This?

  • Integrate strategic thinking, critical reflection, and leadership theory
  • Lead diverse teams with confidence and empathy
  • Build a consistent leadership brand and influence at all levels
  • Embed high-performance culture and continuous improvement across teams

Certificates will feature the logos of ABE, Ofqual and The Institute of Leadership!

A transformational qualification for leaders ready to make a lasting impact.

Compulsory units

Cultivate a Culture of High Team Performance

5 credits

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