Cullen Scholefield's Journey to Africa
Our journey towards an increased presence in Africa began in 2015 when a courageous man, Vivens Kalinganire, decided to expand his HR knowledge and become a candidate studying for the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Development (HRM). As a direct result, we hosted our first Circle of Peers events in Africa in Rwanda in November 2019.
We look forward to hosting there again in the future and we look forward to welcoming those within the broader African HR community to share ideas, discuss best practice and review the challenges facing us in this fast paced global world that we live in.
As Maureen Scholefield, our founder and Managing Director, was born in Lusaka, Zambia, she decided to be his Advisor. The rest of the story is now history and as of writing we now have 15 candidates working towards the CIPD Advanced Diploma in Rwanda alone, with others studying across the continent. Maureen is impressed by the strong desire in the candidates to improve and learn; these are qualities that are priceless.
As part of our renewed focus on the idea of values, we used this as the focus for the Circle of Peers in 2019, examining how effectively they are interpreted and applied within both our and other organisations.
Interested in studying with us?
We’d love to hear from you if you’re interested in studying with us!
Please contact us today and we will get in touch with you as soon as we are able.
In addition to bespoke consultancy, we offer all three levels of CIPD via flexible distance learning, with no restriction on module choice. All of our advisors are Chartered Fellows of CIPD and active People consultants.
CIPD Foundation (Level 3)
Click here to find out more about our provision of the full selection of CIPD Foundation units, all offered by flexible distance learning with your one to one course advisor.
CIPD Intermediate (Level 5)
Click here to find out more about our provision of the full selection of CIPD Foundation units, all offered by flexible distance learning with your one to one course advisor.
CIPD Advanced (Level 7)
Click here to find out more about our provision of the full selection of CIPD Foundation units, all offered by flexible distance learning with your one to one course advisor.
Interested in attending an event?
We’d love to see you at a future Circle of Peers event – reserve your place today for our next virtual event. While we will be hosting again in Rwanda, we do also hope to host events elsewhere in Africa.
Available dates:
***Coronavirus Update: our f2f events are subject to postponement, replaced by virtual sessions***
What is the Circle of Peers?
Circle of Peers was launched in 2007. We recognised that People Professionals valued opportunities to meet and exchange experiences. These events also provide a support mechanism for our candidates.
Circle of Peers events are good for People Professionals who give so much to others and yet do not take care of themselves.
If you’re thinking about getting a qualification with us, these events are ideal to meet us, get to know us and ask us questions in depth.
They’re held in London, Sussex, Dubai, Gibraltar, the Isle of Man and Rwanda.
Why not come along at a venue that suits you?
Click here for videos and resources from some of our past events.
Tickets and Format
Circle of Peers Collaborations are a more formal meeting with topical discussions and presentations from guest speakers. Groups meet under Chatham House Rules to share, support, and where appropriate learn from each other. We will provide lunch and of course lots of coffee!
The aims of these meetings are to:
- Enjoy presentations from industry leading People Professionals
- Bounce around ideas
- Discuss problems and share solutions
- Share successes and pitfalls in different approaches
Tickets to our Circle of Peers events are offered once we have reviewed your CV. Once we have done so, your complimentary ticket will be sent to you.
Photos from past Circle of Peers events...
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Maureen Scholefield on the vision for the Circle of Peers
