Who is this leadership and management programme for?
This programme is for leaders who know that results come through people, and who recognise that management is a profession you can learn and develop.
You know your role has changed
Delivering results is no longer enough. You now lead people, too, and you want to do it well.
You understand the power of organisational culture
You know that how people work together matters just as much as strategy, and you want to help shape it.
You are highly skilled in your field
And you want your people management skills to be just as strong as your technical expertise.
You lead an operational or financial function
You make decisions about people every day and want a clearer understanding of people practices and processes.
How do you prepare as a leader for today’s systemic challenges?
People are feeling less motivated, asking for fairness and transparency, and facing one business change after another. The pressure on teams and results is high. Your technical expertise got you into your role. How you lead people will help move the business forward and take your career to the next level.
The International CIPD Certification in Leadership and Management gives you a foundation in the profession of people management, drawing on the same internationally recognised standards used to develop people professionals around the world, adapted to today’s challenges.
What changes for you
From making people decisions on instinct
→ to using criteria you can explain to anyone
From treating HR processes as formalities
→ to using them as management tools
From change being announced from the top
→ to leading your team through change
From seeing culture as “an HR thing”
→ to shaping culture through your everyday actions
What makes this programme different?
An internationally recognised foundation that helps you understand people, make better decisions and lead your team through a changing world of work.
International CIPD certification
Build your knowledge through a qualification awarded by CIPD – the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, an internationally recognised professional body in people development.
Designed specifically for leaders
Every topic starts with the decisions you make as a manager, every day.
Consistent standards, clear criteria and decisions you can confidently explain.
People knowledge every leader can use
Explore essential people management concepts through the decisions, responsibilities and real situations leaders face.
The human side of change
Discover how culture, behaviour, technology and changing business conditions influence the way people work together, adapt and deliver results.
Learning grounded in practice
Connect theory with real workplace situations, reflection and practical application through the Noosfera learning experience.
A foundation for your continued growth
Build a solid foundation for your growth in leadership and people management, with the opportunity to earn an internationally recognised qualification.
Leadership and Management Course Curriculum
Business, Culture and Change – Leading People Through Business and Cultural Change – 1 DAY
- How market conditions, strategy, technology and culture shape team behaviour. How to lead a restructuring, integration or digital transformation without losing people's trust.
- Understand how people and organisations respond to change.
- Explore how market trends, business priorities, organisational culture and technology influence behaviour and results at work.
- Practical tools to help you better support your team through periods of change.
- Develop long-term thinking and a broader perspective on people development.
Principles of Analytics – Making People Decisions with Data – 1 DAY
- How to gather and interpret information about your team – performance, engagement and turnover – and use it to make fair, credible decisions.
- Learn to make people decisions using information, data and sound judgement.
- Explore what evidence-based thinking means, how to choose relevant information and how to approach challenges from different perspectives.
- Develop critical thinking and move beyond subjective assumptions.
Core Behaviours for People Professionals – Ethics, Fairness and Credibility as a Leader – 1 DAY
- Explore the behaviours that build trust, fairness and healthy working relationships.
- Practical conversations about having the courage to speak up respectfully and the importance of continuous learning.
- Reflect on your own values and reactions, and how they affect team relationships and organisational culture.
- Learn to listen to different perspectives and approach challenging situations with more clarity and responsibility.
- Understand some of the biggest mistakes leaders make and the deeper factors that help retain and motivate colleagues.
Essentials of People Practice – Managing People Processes – 2 DAYS
- Gain a clearer understanding of the employee journey and the practices that shape people's experience and organisational results.
- Explore the fundamentals of recruitment and selection, learning and development, performance, reward and workplace policies.
- Discover strategies for attracting, supporting and retaining people, and how they connect to business needs.
- Learn to work more effectively with HR and gain clearer reference points for supporting your team.
- Build fundamental people management skills and understand which management responsibilities cannot be delegated.
What Kind of Leader Do I Want to Become? – Organisational Culture and Performance – 1 DAY
- Write your own leadership story and work with an executive coach through group coaching exercises to shape your impact plan and gain clarity on your next steps.
- Additional coaching hours are available on request.
How does the programme work?
6 days
Live sessions, guided study and on-the-job application: 48 hours over 4 months.
Hybrid
Online and in-person sessions in Bucharest, or delivered in-house for a group within your organisation.
Assessment
Assignments based on real case studies, practical plans addressing situations in your organisation, and international assessment.
CIPD
Level 3 certification, internationally recognised in People Practice; a step forward in your leadership career.
Who will support you along the way?
“We believe people management deserves the same commitment as technical or financial expertise. That is why we are bringing CIPD closer to leaders.”
Iulia Buciuman – Noosfera CEO and Programme Trainer
What makes it different
A qualification built around how people work, viewed through the lens of leadership challenges and business decisions.
The programme brings together internationally recognised knowledge and real organisational situations, helping you, as a leader, understand the strategic value of teams and the role organisational culture plays in addressing business challenges.
Why it will make a difference
When you understand people management processes and organisational dynamics, you begin to see leadership challenges differently. From performance conversations and recruitment to team development and change, you can create an environment where people succeed with less unnecessary effort.
You will have clearer reference points for asking better questions, making informed decisions and taking a more intentional role in developing your team.
Meet the trainers
Beatrice Vana
People and Culture Strategist
People and organizational effectiveness strategist, clinical psychologist, and executive coach with 20+ years of experience in HR leadership, digital transformation, and business performance, helping HR professionals become more data-driven, strategic, and people-centered.
Corina Anghel
Global Culture & Talent Development Leader
People and Culture expert and CIPD-certified trainer, specializing in employer branding, talent acquisition, performance management, and HR transformation, with a human-centered approach that helps HR teams become stronger strategic business partners.
Iulia Buciuman
Director of Content
With over 20 years of experience in HR, Iulia is an education entrepreneur leading multiple ventures, including Noosfera. Her work focuses on leadership, coaching, and high-impact adult learning programmes that support meaningful professional growth.
What our CIPD community says
I started the programme thinking I already knew quite a lot about working with people. I soon realised there was so much more to discover. It changed how I see certain situations at work, and I still find myself going back to some of our conversations.
The sessions with other participants were some of my favourites. We talked about real challenges, learned from one another and came away with ideas we could actually use at work.
I really enjoyed the guest sessions! Hearing experienced leaders talk openly about what worked, what did not and what they learned along the way made everything feel much more relevant and real.
You lead people. Do it to an international standard!
Better leadership starts with a deeper understanding of people. Discover how an internationally recognised qualification can help you make better decisions, develop your team and prepare for the future of work.
Want to know more? Let’s talk!
Madalina Popescu
Strategic Development Manager @ Noosfera
Mobile: (+40) 754 222 036
Email: madalina.popescu@noosfera.ro / contact@noosfera.ro
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Leadership and Management programme with International CIPD Certification for?
The programme is designed for leaders and managers from any area of business – operations, finance, sales or technical functions – including first-time managers.
How does assessment work for the international certificate?
At the end of each of the five modules, you will submit assignments based on real scenarios and case studies. These are assessed against CIPD standards by Noosfera tutors and CIPD in the UK.
What time commitment should I expect? Can I fit the programme around my work?
Each module takes one day, making five days in total. You will also need approximately 3–6 hours of individual study and preparation for each module.
How is the Leadership and Management programme with International CIPD Certification different from an MBA?
The Leadership & Management programme with international CIPD certification focuses on developing the skills needed to lead people and teams. It addresses the everyday challenges managers face: motivating and developing people, managing performance, communicating, making decisions and building effective teams.
Another important difference is the learning approach. The CIPD programme is built around applying concepts to real workplace situations, reflecting on your own management practice and completing practical assessments.
In short, an MBA develops a broad understanding of business, while the CIPD programme focuses on the skills needed to lead people and achieve results through teams.