Student Stories & Blog
5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a CIPD Provider
Trying to decide which provider to study your CIPD qualification with? Here are five of the most important questions to ask before making your choice.
06 January 2026 - 3 min read
Complete Guide to HR Strategy: Organisational Design and Development (With Examples)
HR has an important role to play in the business through organisational design and development. Learn how to create an effective OD strategy here.
16 June 2022 - 4 min read
Complete Guide to HR Strategy: Recruitment & Talent Management (With Examples)
Recruiting well and managing talent effectively can drastically impact the bottom line. Find out how to implement these factors in your HR strategy here.
16 June 2022 - 4 min read
ICS Learn Case Study: Amazon | CIPD Courses
We met with three Amazonians to learn how online professional training with ICS Learn is helping them develop their skills around their schedule.
16 June 2022 - 3 min read
ICS Learn Case Study: Barnsley Football Club | Online CIPD Courses
Jean Hall, HR and Payroll Manager at Barnsley Football Club, studied our Level 7 Employment Law course to supplement her HR knowledge with specialist skills.
16 June 2022 - 2 min read
ICS Learn Case Study: Ellis Guilford School | Online CIPD Courses
To take her role as an HR Assistant at Ellis Guilford School to the next level, Maddison Hill began studying a CIPD qualification online with us.
16 June 2022 - 3 min read
ICS Learn Case Study: Farnborough College of Technology | Online CIPD Courses
Tamzyn Jenkins joined her organisation with no HR experience. Through studying Level 3 and 5 Diplomas in HR, she has been able to contribute more in her role.
16 June 2022 - 2 min read
How to List an In-Progress Qualification on Your CV
If you're partway through a qualification, it can be difficult to know how to list it on your CV. Follow our top tips to show off your skills without being misleading.
15 April 2025 - 3 min read
How to Request Training from Your Boss (With Sample Letter Templates)
Our guide talks you through how to request training from your boss complete with sample letters that cover all types of training.
15 June 2022 - 3 min read
Identifying Champions in the Workplace to Increase Morale
Identifying and supporting Workplace Champions can improve the environment for everyone. Employee champions can make real, positive changes to the organisation.
15 June 2022 - 3 min read
