About us

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Although we are the smallest of the 48 UK Branches with just over 500 members we have big hopes and aspirations for our branch 

We welcome all members - practitioners and consultants - covering all levels of the management and development of people, from HR Directors to students just starting their careers in people management.

Branch activities are designed to enhance members' credibility and strengthen the link between HR and the business. As well as the events there is a regular Newsletter and this Website to keep members up to date with what's going on in Cumbria Branch.  

The Cumbria branch of CIPD is your 

Communication hub:

  • to provide local opportunities for professional networking through events throughout the year
  • to provide the focus for two way exchange of information between CIPD HQ and local members on policies and governance of the Institute through the branch committee and newsletter, website and events throughout the year

 Development support centre:

  • for students, through their CIPD programmes
  • for applicants to membership
  • for upgrading to higher levels of membership
  • for Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

  •  to provide learning and development opportunities, through events and discussion groups, at introductory level, on new issues, for updates and advance debate
  • to facilitate the development of special interest groups by business sector or subject
  • to raise the profile of CIPD locally as a valued source of information for HRD professionals and organisations 
Our Mission 2011/12

We aim to be a best practice resource supporting the professional needs of branch members and promoting understanding of CIPD through sharing knowledge, encouraging continuous development and facilitating networking.

For a full copy of our business plan please follow this link

Our Principles for Operating
- We share good practice information openly and when it is needed, having consideration for confidentiality
- We align our activities with the national mission and standards
- We act in the best interests of our members in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct
Our Objectives 2011/12
1. To deliver quality events linked to the HR Profession Map
2. To maintain effective communication
3. To raise the profile of CIPD and the HR profession in Cumbria
4. To manage the branch to ensure it long term effectiveness