The LICQual Level 5 Diploma in HR and Learning & Development – Learning and Development (L&D) Consultant Business Partner is an advanced professional qualification designed for those who play a crucial role in shaping and implementing people development strategies within organizations. This program is ideal for individuals who serve as strategic L&D consultants or business partners, bridging the gap between human capital development and business success. It offers the tools, frameworks, and skills needed to lead impactful learning transformations in dynamic environments.
As the demand for highly skilled learning professionals continues to rise, this diploma equips learners with the ability to align L&D initiatives with corporate goals, analyze learning needs, manage stakeholders, and lead high-value development projects. Participants will explore modern HR practices, workforce planning, digital transformation in L&D, and the measurement of learning impact through data-driven approaches.
Learners will gain advanced knowledge in consultancy skills, stakeholder influence, strategic planning, and organizational learning development. With an emphasis on real-world application, this course blends theoretical insights with hands-on activities to ensure graduates are workplace-ready and highly competitive in the field of L&D and HR strategy.
Whether you are currently in a senior L&D role, transitioning from a general HR function, or seeking to enhance your ability to influence learning culture and performance at a strategic level, this diploma provides the depth and breadth needed to grow as a learning and development leader. You’ll also be introduced to tools for managing change, coaching leaders, and shaping future-focused learning environments.
By completing this internationally recognized qualification, you will not only validate your skills and experience but also increase your employability in global markets. You’ll be fully prepared to operate as a trusted L&D consultant and business partner who can drive innovation and performance across all levels of an organization.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 5 Diploma in HR and Learning & Development – Learning and Development Consultant Business Partner
Total Units
6
Total Credits
60
GLH
360
Qualification #
LICQ2200573
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 5 Diploma in HR and Learning & Development – Learning and Development Consultant Business Partner, applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200573-1 |
Strategic Learning and Development Management |
10 |
50 |
|
LICQ2200573-2 |
Learning Needs Analysis and Workforce Planning |
10 |
50 |
|
LICQ2200573-3 |
Stakeholder Engagement and Consultancy Skills |
10 |
50 |
|
LICQ2200573-4 |
Designing and Leading Learning Interventions |
10 |
50 |
|
LICQ2200573-5 |
Evaluating Impact: Metrics, ROI, and Data-Driven L&D Decisions |
10 |
50 |
|
LICQ2200573-6 |
Organizational Learning, Change Management, and Future Skills Strategy |
10 |
50 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Strategic Learning and Development Management
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
• Evaluate the strategic role of L&D in achieving organizational goals.
• Develop learning strategies that align with business objectives.
• Assess global and emerging trends influencing strategic talent development.
Unit 2: Learning Needs Analysis and Workforce Planning
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
• Conduct systematic learning needs assessments using data-driven approaches.
• Align workforce planning with current and future organizational needs.
• Recommend appropriate learning interventions based on identified gaps.
Unit 3: Stakeholder Engagement and Consultancy Skills
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
• Build and manage productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Apply effective consultancy techniques to support organizational change.
• Influence decision-making through structured communication and negotiation.
Unit 4: Designing and Leading Learning Interventions
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
• Design innovative, inclusive, and engaging learning programmes.
• Implement and lead learning interventions across multiple formats and platforms.
• Adapt learning solutions to meet diverse learner and business needs.
Unit 5: Evaluating Impact: Metrics, ROI, and Data-Driven L&D Decisions
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
• Apply evaluation models to measure the effectiveness of L&D initiatives.
• Use key performance indicators and data to drive continuous improvement.
• Communicate L&D outcomes and ROI effectively to stakeholders.
Unit 6: Organizational Learning, Change Management, and Future Skills Strategy
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
• Promote and sustain a culture of lifelong learning and agility.
• Support organizational change through tailored learning strategies.
• Anticipate and respond to future skills demands in a rapidly evolving workplace.
This course is ideal for:
- HR professionals aspiring to specialize in Learning and Development consultancy.
- Mid to senior-level Learning & Development specialists seeking strategic leadership roles.
- Training managers aiming to influence business outcomes through innovative L&D solutions.
- Organizational development professionals looking to align talent strategy with business goals.
- Business consultants and advisors working in the HR or talent development domain.
- Professionals transitioning from HR generalist roles into specialist L&D positions.
- Learning professionals responsible for evaluating and improving training ROI and impact.
- Internal L&D consultants or business partners supporting change management initiatives.
- Professionals aiming to drive digital transformation and future-skills development.
- Individuals pursuing internationally recognized qualifications to enhance global career prospects in HR and L&D.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
