COMPLIANCE
“I’d first seen the programme in 2014, when I joined the CIPP. I’d completed my undergraduate degree in 2001 and had gone straight into work, rather than postgraduate study, but I’d always been interested in further learning. “I’ve enjoyed meeting fellow payroll professionals and other leaders from different industries. It’s been great to share our challenges and successes, and to help each other through the course materials. My favourite piece of learning has been the Kirkpatrick Model, my team are probably sick of me asking what the results from their learning actions are now! “I would recommend the programme to others, it has a very strong academic foundation, but is pitched at a practical level, offering you insights into your own leadership style and how you can use the tools and models presented to get results. It’s great to talk to others at a similar stage in their career and the group-based dynamic makes it an energising experience. “I’ve learned the importance of strategy and how to apply it to various functional areas such as human resources, marketing and information technology. The quality of the teaching is very high, and the academic backing and evidence base comes through clearly.”
Graduate, Jim Woodlingfield ChMCIPP
A distinctive feature of this programme is its campus-based, block-taught structure, which includes face-to-face workshops and offers students the chance to explore module content more fully. Students also benefit from personalised support and guidance throughout their studies. IPPE’s education team regularly meets with students and the programme delivery specialists to ensure high-quality, practical learning experiences, while fostering engagement and gaining real-world applicable knowledge and skills. This programme offers graduates the expertise needed to transform payroll operations from a functional role into an integral part of business strategy, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of future leadership positions in the field.
“Our learners bring with them a wealth of practical experience; this programme is designed to harness that real-world knowledge while providing the academic challenge to truly stretch and develop those looking to advance in their career. By engaging with contemporary leadership research and theory and applying it to real-world contexts, particularly within payroll and reward functions, learners are empowered to think more strategically, communicate with greater impact and lead with confidence across their organisations. “A key strength of the programme is the close collaboration between Loughborough University and the CIPP. Their ongoing involvement ensures that the learning remains directly relevant to the profession, rooted in current practice and supported by experts who understand the realities of the workplace.”
Dr Kate Broadhurst, Programme Lead
Some professionals entering the programme may be returning to academic study after years in industry. The programme’s supportive structure helps them transition back into an academic environment, developing confidence and skills, while building upon their existing practical experience. This combination of academic rigour and industry knowledge enables graduates to elevate their payroll and pensions expertise to a strategic level, while demonstrating the value of the profession across other business disciplines. For professionals seeking career advancement, this master’s level programme offers access to industry-leading insight and expert teaching support. Learners can build strong professional networks within their cohort, exploring best practice and gaining real-world applicable knowledge and skills. This programme offers graduates the expertise needed to transform payroll operations from a functional role into an integral part of business strategy, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of future leadership positions in the field.
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| Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward |
Issue 113 | September 2025
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