LEO Clare joins forces with LCETB to deliver fully funded Leadership & Management Programme
ILM Level 5 Award in Leadership & Management (focussed on small and medium-sized businesses) is now open for booking through Local Enterprise Office Clare. Delivered by LCETB this is a fully funded programme, with no charge to participants. It will be delivered as a hybrid programme (a blend of online and in person training).
Ennis Chamber strongly encourages its members operating small to medium sized businesses to consider participation in this programme, which aims to deliver leadership and management skills. This ILM Level 5 award will concentrate on the leadership of the owner managers /entrepreneurs.
Although open for booking, times and dates are yet to be finalised by LCETB update , once confirmed this information will be updated on the LEO Clare website.
See details and booking here:
ILM Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management – Phase One – Local Enterprise Office – Clare
This programme is tailored for small business owners who are responsible for leading teams and driving business performance. It is particularly suited to those seeking to formalise their leadership skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification.
The programme will focus on two core ILM units: Managing Individual Development & Assessing Your Own Leadership Capability & Performance.
This programme is tailored for small business owners who are responsible for leading teams and driving business performance. It is particularly suited to those seeking to formalise their leadership skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification.
Workshop 1: Launch Event – In Person (8hrs)
This proposal outlines the first in-person workshop of the ILM Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management programme, designed specifically for small business owners. The workshop will serve as the launch event and will run for a full day (8 hours), providing participants with a foundation for personal leadership development and programme engagement.
Workshop Objectives
Introduce the ILM Level 5 Award structure, expectations, and assessment requirements.
Facilitate self-assessment of current leadership capabilities.
Begin development of a personal leadership development plan.
Establish peer learning relationships and group dynamics.
Create a supportive environment for reflective leadership practice.
In Person Workshop Outline (8 Hours)
1. Welcome and Programme Overview (30 mins)
2. ILM Qualification Framework and Assessment Briefing (45 mins)
3. Leadership Self-Assessment Activity (1.5 hour)
4. Group Discussion: Leadership Challenges in Small Business (1.5 hour)
5. Lunch Break (1 hour)
6. Introduction to Personal Development Planning (1 hour)
7. Workshop: Drafting Your Development Plan (1 hour)
8. Peer Learning and Action Learning Set Formation (45 mins)
9. Wrap-Up and Next Steps (15 mins)
Delivery Format
This workshop will be delivered in-person at a designated venue, facilitated by x2 trainers. Interactive activities, group discussions, and individual reflection will be used to engage participants and encourage practical application.
Expected Outcomes for Participants
– Clear understanding of the ILM Level 5 Award structure and expectations.
– Initial self-assessment of leadership strengths and areas for development.
– Draft personal development plan aligned with business goals.
– Connection with peer learning group for ongoing support.
– Motivation and clarity to progress through the programme.
Workshop 2: Development Planning – Part A Online (3hrs)
Workshop Objectives
Begin evaluating personal leadership style and capability.
Explore the impact of leadership behaviours on team and organisational performance.
Initiate the development planning process.
Online Workshop Outline (3 Hours)
1. Review of Workshop 1, outline of today’s objectives, group check-in
2. Completion of diagnostic tools (e.g., leadership style inventory, reflective prompts)
3. Small group discussion: sharing insights from self-assessment
4. Case study and group discussion: how leadership styles influence team performance
5. Individual exercise: identifying strengths, gaps, and development priorities
6. Review and Close
Delivery Format
This workshop will be delivered online
Expected Outcomes for Participants
– Begin evaluating personal leadership style and capability.
– Explore the impact of leadership behaviours on team and company performance.
– Initiate the development planning process.
