Oakwood International provides intermediate level certifications and diplomas in human resource management and development from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) in various countries in the Middle East, UK, and Eastern Europe. The certifications involve attending training over several weeks with periods of work between modules to complete assignments. Oakwood offers student support throughout the program and a 24/7 online platform to help ensure success in completing the certifications.

1. OAKWOOD INTERNATIONAL
Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Libya, Egypt,
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the UK and Eastern Europe
INTERMEDIATE Level 5 QUALIFICATIONS
CERTIFICATE AND DIPLOMA IN HR MANAGEMENT
CERTIFICATE AND DIPLOMA IN HR DEVELOPMENT
CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF PERSONNEL
AND DEVELOPMENT (CIPD)

2. WHAT IS THE CIPD?
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) is the professional body for all
those involved in the management and development of people. Currently there are more
than 135,000 individual members, and achieving a qualification from the CIPD is now seen as
a fundamental requirement for professionals in the fields of HR/HRP/HRM/HRD. Many
organizations now view the CIPD Foundation Programmes as the “International HR
Passport”.
“Oakwood is a good company with professional tutors and support team – it’s a pleasure taking
this qualification with them” - Student from Abu Dhabi
WHY STUDY WITH OAKWOOD?
For nearly 20 years our clients have benefited from Oakwood's experience of
delivering these professional qualifications to their employees, thereby adding real
value to their businesses as a whole. We have produced a powerful and focused
qualification that delivers global best practice sympathetically coupled with local
knowledge and culture.

3. Oakwood International has been successfully delivering CIPD Qualifications in the
UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi), Bahrain (Manama), Oman (Muscat), Qatar (Doha),
Libya (Tripoli), The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Riyadh, Jeddah and Khobar), Egypt
(Cairo) and Eastern Europe (Bulgaria and Croatia).
Oakwood has a strong reputation for student support, coupled with many happy
clients in the UK and worldwide. Oakwood is the world’s largest provider of CIPD
Programmes outside the UK.
♦ All Oakwood Associates have more than 10 years experience in Management & HR in the UK and Internationally.
♦ All Trainers are accredited CIPD Members.
♦ We believe in high quality and excellence in delivery – not “chalk and talk” – but highly participative debate and
discussion.
♦ 24 Hour Student Support Service through a unique Online Web Platform designed exclusively for Oakwood
Students, offering continual on-the-job support.
♦ 100% Student pass rate, endorsed by past and present students in the region.
♦ With international experience and local knowledge, Oakwood is in a unique position to deliver global best
practice for any local company or organization.
“The Oakwood team are very supportive and understanding before, during and after the
Training Programme” - Student from Haya Water, Oman

4. CIPD INTERMEDIATE Qualification Overview
The CIPD qualifications at Intermediate level offer the perfect platform to further develop your HR, L&D or other
specialist knowledge. Ideally suited if you're working in HR or L&D, but have no professionally-recognised HR
qualifications, or after studying a CIPD Foundation level qualification.
CIPD Intermediate level qualifications will give you a broader perspective of the organizational issues facing
HR/L&D professionals and enable you to further develop your decision-making, analytical and problem solving
skills.
1. The CIPD Intermediate Qualification in Human Resource Management
This is ideal for those currently employed in HR management & advisory level roles and those who have
already achieved a qualification at Foundation level and want to gain further recognition with a higher level
CIPD qualification. This programme is equivalent to an Undergraduate level qualification and is suitable for:
- Those working in the field of HR wishing to develop their knowledge and gain recognition for the skills
and experience they have already accomplished
- Those with responsibility for HR activities and decisions within an organization without a specialist
function
- Those contracted as an employee or an independent consultant within the field of HR
The HR Management Certificate Qualification
Module ~ 1 Managing & Coordinating the HR function
Business issues and context of HR
Developing Professional Practice
Module ~ 2 Resourcing & Talent Planning
Employee Engagement
Using information in HR
The HR Management Diploma Qualification
Module ~ 3 Meeting Organizational Development Needs
Organizational Development
Improving Organizational Performance
2. The CIPD Intermediate Qualification in Human Resource Development
It is ideal for all those currently employed in L&D roles and those who have already achieved a qualification at
Foundation level and would like to gain further recognition with a higher level CIPD qualification. This
programme is equivalent to an Undergraduate level qualification and is suitable for:
- Those working in the field of HR wishing to develop their knowledge and gain recognition for the skills
and experience they have already accomplished
- Those with responsibility for activities and decisions within an organization without a specialist function
- Those contracted as an employee or independent consultant within the field of L&D
The HR Development Certificate Qualification
Module ~ 1 Managing & Coordinating the HR function
Business issues and context of HR
Developing Professional Practice
Module ~ 2 Developing Coaching and Mentoring within Organizations
Knowledge Management
Using Information in HR
Contemporary Developments in HR Development
The HR Development Diploma Qualification
Module ~ 3 Meeting Organizational Development Needs
Organizational Development
Improving Organizational Performance

5. Dennis O'Donnell ~ CEO
Dennis brings a pragmatic 'hands on' approach to all projects undertaken. He specializes in
Leadership and Management issues as well as corporate Competency profiling. A key area of
activity is the reworking of complex business issues, turning these into practical and
straightforward solutions, which add value to clients and organizations.
Janine Bunning ~ Managing Director
Janine has extensive experience in HR and Training strategy and implementation. Janine has been
an HR, Management and Training Consultant for the last 20 years and has been designing and
delivering CIPD programmes on behalf of Oakwood in the UK, Bulgaria and Gulf regions for the last
15 years. Janine is a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD.
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
The delivery time:
The Certificate Qualifications are delivered over 2 weeks and the Diploma Qualification over
1 week. There is a period of around 8 weeks between each module. This allows the student
to return to their workplace, review their learning, and complete the required workbooks
and assignments. Oakwood also maintains regular contact with the sponsoring client to advise
on the progress of each student. Students will normally complete their qualifications within
12 months (or sooner) – both Certificate and Diploma.
Who should attend?
CIPD Intermediate qualifications offer an individually tailored approach for HR and L&D professionals seeking a
flexible approach to study that fits around their work commitments.
What Qualifications do I need?
No formal educational qualifications are needed but you should currently be working within an HR or Training role.
The programmes are delivered in English so you should be reasonably fluent in both written and spoken English,
and possess a good level of IT skills.
What about examinations?
There are no examinations. Each student must successfully complete all the required workbooks and
assignments as well as attend all the training days, and maintain ongoing professional development records.
Student progress will also be monitored during their training.
What help do I get?
You will be given continual guidance and support throughout the whole qualification, via our bespoke 24 hour
Online Student Platform, so as to ensure success.
What about CIPD membership?
Whilst studying for one of these qualifications you must be a member of the CIPD. On completion
of the qualification you will receive CIPD Certification. The Intermediate Certificates and Diplomas
provide the knowledge towards Associate Professional Membership.
Oakwood International Ltd
The Annexe, Grosvenor Hall,
Bolnore Road, Haywards Heath,
West Sussex, England, RH16 4BX.
Contact: Carrie Baghurst
Tel: +44(0)1444 459500, Fax: +44 (0)1444 451110
Email: cipd@oakwoodinternational.co.uk
MEET THE OAKWOOD DIRECTORS
TO ENROL IN OAKWOOD’S CIPD PROGRAMMES

6. Dennis O'Donnell ~ CEO
Dennis brings a pragmatic 'hands on' approach to all projects undertaken. He specializes in
Leadership and Management issues as well as corporate Competency profiling. A key area of
activity is the reworking of complex business issues, turning these into practical and
straightforward solutions, which add value to clients and organizations.
Janine Bunning ~ Managing Director
Janine has extensive experience in HR and Training strategy and implementation. Janine has been
an HR, Management and Training Consultant for the last 20 years and has been designing and
delivering CIPD programmes on behalf of Oakwood in the UK, Bulgaria and Gulf regions for the last
15 years. Janine is a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD.
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
The delivery time:
The Certificate Qualifications are delivered over 2 weeks and the Diploma Qualification over
1 week. There is a period of around 8 weeks between each module. This allows the student
to return to their workplace, review their learning, and complete the required workbooks
and assignments. Oakwood also maintains regular contact with the sponsoring client to advise
on the progress of each student. Students will normally complete their qualifications within
12 months (or sooner) – both Certificate and Diploma.
Who should attend?
CIPD Intermediate qualifications offer an individually tailored approach for HR and L&D professionals seeking a
flexible approach to study that fits around their work commitments.
What Qualifications do I need?
No formal educational qualifications are needed but you should currently be working within an HR or Training role.
The programmes are delivered in English so you should be reasonably fluent in both written and spoken English,
and possess a good level of IT skills.
What about examinations?
There are no examinations. Each student must successfully complete all the required workbooks and
assignments as well as attend all the training days, and maintain ongoing professional development records.
Student progress will also be monitored during their training.
What help do I get?
You will be given continual guidance and support throughout the whole qualification, via our bespoke 24 hour
Online Student Platform, so as to ensure success.
What about CIPD membership?
Whilst studying for one of these qualifications you must be a member of the CIPD. On completion
of the qualification you will receive CIPD Certification. The Intermediate Certificates and Diplomas
provide the knowledge towards Associate Professional Membership.
Oakwood International Ltd
The Annexe, Grosvenor Hall,
Bolnore Road, Haywards Heath,
West Sussex, England, RH16 4BX.
Contact: Carrie Baghurst
Tel: +44(0)1444 459500, Fax: +44 (0)1444 451110
Email: cipd@oakwoodinternational.co.uk
MEET THE OAKWOOD DIRECTORS
TO ENROL IN OAKWOOD’S CIPD PROGRAMMES