UK Training Industry Press Releases

The Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM), has welcomed the findings of the UK Commission for Employment and Skills (UKCES) National Strategic Skills Audit, which highlights the need to invest in improving the UK's leadership and management skills.

Penny de Valk, Chief Executive of ILM said "We welcome the recommendations made today by the UKCES on the need for continued investment in leadership and management development. A full recovery from the recession calls for a workforce with the skills to innovate and drive economic performance. UK plc needs leaders and managers who can facilitate this process. Yet at the time when we need them the most, the UK is failing to produce adequate leaders and managers."

Closing this leadership and management skills gap is one of the most important challenges facing us.  ILM's own research shows that managers are systematically appointed and promoted without the appropriate training and support. Around 60% of managers did not choose to become a manager, they are ‘reluctant managers' who typically progress into a management position mid-career with little or no management development. These managers absolutely need to be supported to develop the skills, knowledge and awareness to make a difference in these roles that are critical to organisational success.

 "Our global competitors are already investing in developing current and future managers. If the UK is to continue to compete on a global scale, we absolutely agree that leadership and management development must remain a priority for both government and employers."

For further information or interviews, please contact: Lauren Franze at ILM on 020 7294 3054 or lauren-fraze@i-l-m.com

Notes to editors:

The Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) is Europe's leading management organisation. We believe that good leadership and management holds the key to organisational effectiveness and social and economic prosperity.

Our fast-growing community of over 30,000 practising leaders and managers, gives us a real insight into the issues affecting the management community day-to-day, both in the UK and globally.

Each year we help over 85,000 practising and aspiring managers to fulfil their potential and achieve success through a range of flexible leadership and management development solutions.

Backed by an in depth programme of research, ILM operates internationally, improving leadership and management skills, across all sectors, from financial services to the armed forces.

Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM)
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