Explore the new Profession Map
Helping you to drive change, manage complexity and navigate uncertainty
The People Profession
Now and for the future
This way to the future of work
We believe in the power of the people profession. And the reason for that is simple: organisations are made up of people. The People Profession: now and for the future is the CIPD vision for our evolving profession, complete with practical ways for people professionals to make a greater impact and thrive through change.
This is our opportunity to redraw the boundaries of our profession and redefine our business impact. We have never had more scope to shape strategy and lead transformation within organisations across the world.
The new Profession Map sits at the core of this work, and will help you drive change, manage complexity and navigate uncertainty.
Make your impact count
The new Profession Map is about the impact you make; for you, for the organisations you work for or with, and for our wider society
Five key trends for 2030
We asked you, ‘what will the people profession look like in 2030?’
Commercial drive
One of eight online courses for members. Explore the importance of commercial drive and develop the behaviour to achieve positive outcomes in your role
The role of organisational culture in future workplace trends
People professionals must recognise the importance of positive culture to prepare their organisations for the future of work
Stories from the people profession
Meet the people professionals working hard to keep people safe and businesses running during the coronavirus pandemic
Watch: the power of the people profession
Individually we make a difference. Together we make an impact.
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Play your part in championing better work and working lives