Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Amsterdam, London, Munich, Paris, Cape Town, Barcelona.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,840 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Certificate in Competency Development and Implementation (HRT-033) Training Course

Q: How long is the Certificate in Competency Development and Implementation course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

Q: When is the next Certificate in Competency Development and Implementation course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Amsterdam. There are 15 upcoming dates in total.

Q: Can I take Certificate in Competency Development and Implementation online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,050 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

Course overview

Why Attend

Organizations that consistently perform at a high level are those that clearly define, develop, and manage the competencies required for success. Competency frameworks provide a structured approach to aligning employee capabilities with organizational goals, improving performance, and supporting talent development.

Without well-defined competencies, organizations often face challenges in recruitment, performance management, and employee development.

This programme is designed to provide practical knowledge and tools for developing, implementing, and managing competency frameworks. It focuses on translating business strategy into measurable skills, behaviors, and capabilities that drive performance and organizational effectiveness.

Course Methodology

This programme combines practical application with strategic insight:

Real-world competency framework case studies
Interactive workshops and group discussions
Hands-on exercises in competency mapping and design
Scenario-based implementation planning
Practical tools and templates for workplace use

Course Objectives

By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:

Understand the principles of competency-based management
Develop competency frameworks aligned with business strategy
Identify core, functional, and leadership competencies
Apply competencies in recruitment, performance management, and training
Design competency-based assessment methods
Implement and manage competency frameworks effectively
Measure and improve competency-based performance

Target Audience

This course is suitable for:

HR Managers and HR Business Partners
Organizational Development Specialists
Learning and Development Professionals
Talent Management and Performance Specialists
Line Managers involved in staff development
Professionals responsible for competency frameworks

Target Competencies

Participants will develop competencies in:

Competency framework design and development
Competency mapping and analysis
Talent assessment and evaluation
Performance management using competencies
Training and development alignment
Strategic HR implementation
Organizational capability development

Course outline

1Day 1: Foundations of Competency-Based Management
- Introduction to competency concepts and frameworks
- Types of competencies (core, functional, leadership)
- Role of competencies in organizational success
- Linking competencies with business strategy
- Benefits of competency-based approaches
- Overview of competency models and standards
2Day 2: Competency Identification and Mapping
- Techniques for identifying competencies
- Job analysis and role profiling
- Developing competency dictionaries
- Behavioral indicators and proficiency levels
- Mapping competencies to roles and functions
- Practical exercise: competency mapping
3Day 3: Competency-Based Applications in HR
- Using competencies in recruitment and selection
- Competency-based performance management
- Training and development aligned with competencies
- Career development and succession planning
- Assessment centers and evaluation methods
- Case study: applying competencies in HR processes
4Day 4: Implementing Competency Frameworks
- Designing implementation strategies
- Change management in competency adoption
- Communicating competency frameworks to stakeholders
- Integrating competencies into HR systems
- Overcoming implementation challenges
- Practical workshop: implementation planning
5Day 5: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Continuous Improvement
- Measuring effectiveness of competency frameworks
- Performance metrics and KPIs
- Continuous improvement strategies
- Aligning competencies with evolving business needs
- Best practices in competency management
- Final case study and action planning

Schedule

Dates and fees

15 upcoming dates in 6 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted. Every date can also be joined live online for £1,050.

All dates as PDF

November 2026

16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session

AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom

£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each

December 2026

7DEC 7 - 11 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each

21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days

MunichGermany · Classroom

£3,450per delegate2+ people: £2,760 each

January 2027

11JAN 11 - 15 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each

February 2027

8FEB 8 - 12 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

March 2027

8MAR 8 - 12 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

ParisFrance · Classroom

£4,500per delegate2+ people: £3,600 each

April 2027

12APR 12 - 16 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

Cape TownSouth Africa · Classroom

£2,840per delegate2+ people: £2,272 each

May 2027

10MAY 10 - 14 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

Cape TownSouth Africa · Classroom

£2,840per delegate2+ people: £2,272 each

June 2027

14JUN 14 - 18 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

BarcelonaSpain · Classroom

£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each

July 2027

12JUL 12 - 16 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

August 2027

9AUG 9 - 13 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each

September 2027

13SEP 13 - 17 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

MunichGermany · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

October 2027

11OCT 11 - 15 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each

November 2027

8NOV 8 - 12 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

December 2027

13DEC 13 - 17 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

ParisFrance · Classroom

£4,500per delegate2+ people: £3,600 each

Live online, on the same dates

Join the class in real time from your office or home: live sessions with the trainer, group discussion, course materials and a certificate of completion. Joining details are emailed before the course starts.

November 2026

16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session

Live onlineVirtual classroom · join from anywhere