About this workbook
The Unit This unit is about understanding the stages of the consultancy cycle and how to manage interventions effectively. The main purpose of this workbook is to support you as you study for the Chartered Management Institute Level 5 Qualification — Professional Consulting, so it specifically focuses on the content of the syllabus for Unit 5030, Planning and Managing Consultancy Interventions. This workbook provides underpinning knowledge and develops understanding to improve your skills as well as to prepare you for future assessment. If you are studying towards the Level 5 in Professional Consulting then, if you choose to do so, you will be assessed on ‘your knowledge and understanding of’ the following learning outcomes:
Learning Outcomes L O 1. Understand the need to adopt a structured approach to managing consultancy interventions.
Assessment Criteria 1. Discuss different types of consultancy interventions and approaches available to a consultant 2. Evaluate the role of planning in consultancy interventions 3. Explain the stages of the consultancy cycle 4. Identify the inputs and deliverables at each stage of the consultancy cycle 5. Explain how to overcome challenges and risks which may arise during the consultancy cycle 6. Evaluate the importance of scoping to a consultancy intervention
