Understand the nature of L&M work and the key concepts of manager, leader, management development, leadership development, organisation development and strategy and their inter-relationships, and the contested nature of such concepts
Articulate the purposes and rationales for M&LD and the links with organisation strategy, policies and operations.
Assess the changing environment and the formulation of M&LD strategies at national, organisational and individual levels
Identify how to prioritise and respond to M&LD needs at organisational, unit and individual levels making appropriate use of current ideas, trends and practices
Understand the nature of individual learning and of organisational learning and knowledge management
Understand the formulation, implementation and monitoring of a M&LD strategic plan consistent with corporate direction, culture and strategy and which reconciles the needs of individuals with the needs of the organisation