CIPD Level 7 Advanced Additional Specialist Unit: Organisational Design and Development

This unit focuses on the principles of organisational design and development to achieve strategic goals and support organisational success. It examines the impact of change on organisational forms and deliberates the process of change through which adaptations are made to the ways in which structure, process and people work; the success of each is dependent on each other. It also examines the impact of change on working lives and the strategies for engaging employees and wider stakeholders in successful implementation. The unit also encourages reflection on the personal skills, techniques and behaviour that support effective organisational design and development work.

This is a specialist unit under the CIPD Advanced Diploma in Strategic Learning and Development. You must complete all 8 units to get certified for the full Diploma.

You will critically evaluate theory and concepts in relation to organisational design and development in order to understand the general principles and key issues that underpin them. You will examine the meaning and value of organisational design and development and review the rationale for and the complexity of organisational design, considering a range of organisational forms and discussing the contextual relevance of these. You will also develop understanding of different methods and approaches to organisational development and how these align with organisational goals. Additionally, you will explore the role of people professionals in the creation of new organisational forms. Finally, you will examine responses and approaches to change, including strategies for employee engagement and reflection on personal skills and behaviours that influence successful implementation.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this module, learners will be able to:

• Understand the concepts and theories underpinning organisational design and development.
• Understand the range of options for organisational design and how these align with organisational aims and objectives.
• Understand the methods and approaches to organisational development as a means of enabling organisations to meet their goals.
• Understand responses to organisational change and the strategies for a successful implementation.

You may be an experienced people practitioner who cannot commit to the full CIPD Diploma programme or you may wish to undertake this unit to challenge yourself and deepen your understanding in a certain area of L&D. Or you may be looking to get a taster for what to expect from a CIPD Level 7 Qualification.

Contact us and our friendly advisers would be happy to discuss your career goals and the assessment requirements and ensure this the right pathway for you.

You don’t need formal qualifications but ideally you will have a relevant degree or L&D experience. Contact our expert team, who will be happy to offer advice on what is right for you and get you started on developing the knowledge and skills you need to help you on your way to achieving your career ambitions.

Studying towards the Advanced Diploma will ensure you fulfil your potential. Upon completion of this unit you will have completed one of the units needed to achieve the CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic Learning and Development, which can help you become a Chartered Member of the CIPD. You won’t receive the full qualification until all 8 units have been completed.