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INTERNAL CONSULTANCY


INTERNAL CONSULTANCY IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR

Managing in the Public Sector is increasingly demanding. Managers need to focus on improving efficiency and achieving excellent service delivery, and also on identifying and using the levers that are available to transform their organisation.

The National School is an approved centre for Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualifications and offers the Certificate in Management Consultancy Essentials and the Diploma in Management Consultancy. These qualifications have been developed in partnership between the CMI and the Institute of Business Consulting (IBC) and provide a structured framework for the development of internal management consultants against the IBC competence framework and levels of development.

The qualifications consist of two stand-alone open programmes run at Sunningdale (Fundamental Consultancy Skills and Developing Consultancy Skills), and a distance learning programme for those seeking the Diploma in Management Consultancy. Whichever option is followed assessment at the Certificate level will be by external assessment (CMI) of a written assignment and at Diploma level through delivey of two written assignments, a short presentation and interview on a work-based project. Both qualifications also require candidates to maintain and present a personal development portfolio as evidence of continuous professional development.

We also offer more detailed training and development in a range of specific tools and techniques aimed at helping consultants and organisations improve efficiency and operational effectiveness.

Links with IBC Certified Management Consultant (CMC) accreditation

Both the Certificate in Management Consulting Essentials and the Diploma in Management Consultancy are stepping stones towards CMC accreditation and cover the essential knowledge and content which underpin the CMC award. Candidates who successfully achieve the Diploma level qualification will have demonstrated their competence to the IBC independence level and thus be in an ideal position to consider CMC accreditation.

For further information Stephanie Benham 01344 634 057, gtn 3803 4057 stephanie.benham@nationalschool.gsi.gov.uk

Tailored Services

Tailored versions of all our programmes are available on request for organisations that have a number of staff who need to be trained on the organisation’s own premises. One-, two- or three-day programmes can be organised to meet your needs.

If you have a management qualification, such as an MBA, or a large amount of relevant practical experience as a management consultant, you may only need a short, tailored programme in consultancy skills to fill a few gaps in your knowledge or refresh skills you may not have used for some time.

If you’re considering obtaining any of our accredited programmes with qualifications attached, you’ll be required to undergo the same assessment process as those attending the open programmes at Sunningdale Park.

For further information Debbie Evans 01344 634 298, gtn 3803 4298 debbie.evans@nationalschool.gsi.gov.uk

Staff Inspection Techniques

For consultants and other professionals involved in decision making on staffing levels, grading, job evaluation and efficiency reviews. With support and guidance from experienced tutors and role players, you’ll cover aspects of the review process via a simulation. On completion, you’ll be able to provide assurance and advice about resource allocation and how it should be organised. Those wishing to obtain the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Certificate in Staff Inspection Techniques (STIC) will be required to submit a written assignment. For more details see STIC entry.

Programme Director Clement De Souza

Code Length Price

STI 4 days £1,900

Venue Dates

Sunningdale 18-21 May 10, 28 Sep-1 Oct 10, 14-17 Mar 11

Scotland 14-17 Dec 10

For further information Barbara Thompson 01344 634 150, gtn 3803 4150 barbara.thompson@nationalschool.gsi.gov.uk nationalschool.gov.uk/sti

For more programmes for consultancy qualifications, see Fundamental Consultancy Skills and Developing Consultancy Skills on page 50

Certificate in Staff Inspection Techniques

This new, unique Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accredited qualification in Staff Inspection Techniques (STIC) is aimed at people who have been working in the field for some time or are considering a move into this area of work and are seeking to obtain a recognised qualification to enhance their own skills and that of their organisation.

To qualify, you must either attend, or have attended in the past three years:

- Staff Inspection Techniques (STI)
- our three day onsite (STIO) programme.

You will be assessed on the achievement of specific learning outcomes. The assessment programme is designed to test your knowledge and understanding of the whole syllabus. To achieve the qualification you must demonstrate all the learning outcomes.

If you are interested in proceeding with the qualification please contact the National School and we will be happy to discuss any questions or enrol you on the qualification.

Programme Director Clement De Souza

For further information Barbara Thompson 01344 634 150, gtn 3803 4150 barbara.thompson@nationalschool.gsi.gov.uk nationalschool.gov.uk/stic

For more programmes for internal consultants see page 50.

Certificate in Staff Inspection Techniques

This new, unique Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accredited qualification in Staff Inspection Techniques (STIC) is aimed at people who have been working in the field for some time or are considering a move into this area of work and are seeking to obtain a recognised qualification to enhance their own skills and that of their organisation.

To qualify, you must either attend, or have attended in the past 3 years:

Staff Inspection Teschniues (STI)
Our three day onsite (STIO) programme.

You will be assessed on the achievement of specific learning outcomes. The assessment programme is designed to test your knowledge and understanding of the whole syllabus. To achieve the qualification you must demonstrate all learning outcomes.

If you are interested in proceeding with the qualification please contact the National School and we will be happy to discuss any questions or enrol you on the qualification.

Programme Director Clement De Souza

For further information
Barbara Thompson 01344 634150, gtn 3803 4150 - barbara.thompson@nationalschool.gsi.gov.uk - nationalschool.gov.uk/stic