CIPD

Hi Charlotte

It's interesting, and not uncommon, that you assume a degree is the route in. Some of the many threads on this area seem to assume the same, however the key to our profession is the human element of Human Resources, and working effectively…

I would say yes, definitely work experience is more important than a degree. That's not to say the degree is worthless, however you don't need to look far to see the many discussions on here with people surprised that they can't walk into a job despite…

Entertainingly, I was completing it, and at my first slightly negative comment, it crashed and lost everything....

I would agree with the perspective of time in many cases. I would hate to think anyone cared what my Maths GCSE result was now (and indeed if a recruiter was that pedantic I'd probably think twice), and I do smile when I still get CVs that proudly tell…

CIPD remove qualifications?! I imagine it's at this very moment trying to engineer a level 2 or 4 or 6 so people can go through more hoops :-)

Hi Teresa

I've noticed you've posted a few disparaging comments about having a "bit of paper" as you term the CIPD's professional qualifications. I do feel that's a little insulting to those who have spent much of their personal time, and in many cases…

Level 7!

Hi Hazira, firstly I would suggest read these communities as many people are finding themselves in the same boat. Second, as Robey may ask you, be prepared to explain to potential employers why you undertook an MSC with no practical experience. Unfortunately…

Hi Steve It wasn't so many years ago - you make me feel old and out of touch that I had the choice of "only" 2 levels and went straight into Level 7! And have the qualifications changed "vastly"? I know the CIPD has introduced a level 5 (if I'm being…

Just to say, this is quite a refreshing change of thread from the worryingly common "badge collecting" of qualifications we often have. Yes of course qualifications have a place, but nothing beats experience.