The Chartered Institute of People Management and Development (CIPMD) stands as a globally recognized professional body committed to advancing excellence in People Management, workforce strategy, and organizational leadership. Achieving or gaining the CIPMD tiered-membership as well as its complementary certifications demonstrates the member’s dedication to professional growth, ethical practice, and leadership in People Management. The institute offers two structured membership routes—Experiential and Professional—alongside specialized certifications that align with its tiered membership cadres: Associate, Fellow, Doctoral Research Fellow, and Senior Fellow. Other cadres such as the Platinum Fellow and Eminent Fellow are awarded to individuals with overwhelming contributions to the growth of People Management and development.