The course comprises six modules that are covered in 20 hours of tuition. About one to two hours of study time should be allocated per week.

The CIPR Internal Communication Certificate will provide you with a solid grounding in all the key concepts, techniques, theories and skills needed to develop effectively as an internal communication professional.

You will focus on core topics such as:

Organisational culture and transformation

Communication theory and strategic internal communication and engagement

Planning and managing

Setting the right tone - the fit between internal and external communication

Using social media for internal communication

Role of communications in transforming organisations

Read the whole syllabus here.

Summative assessment is the completion of a 3000 word report, showing application of learning.

Students should complete a report based on the consolidated learning from all modules, showing how internal communication is practiced in their own organisation (or an organisation of their choice).

Final grade is fail, pass, merit or distinction (in accordance with other CIPR qualifications).