CIPD membership

Stand out from the crowd. Choose CIPD membership

Whether you're at the beginning of your journey as an aspiring people professional or at the pinnacle, CIPD membership provides you with professional credibility and recognition amongst your peers.

  • Boost your earning capacity
  • Join a community of 160,000 people professionals across the globe
  • Receive People Management - the UK’s leading HR media brand magazine
  • Enjoy a range of discounts and rewards
  • Members and students save 20% on all CIPD textbooks with CIPD bookshop
  • Access our HR and Learning & Development courses and subscriptions for free
  • Enjoy 10% off events and conferences

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