Purpose and Context
The Responsable pédagogique et développement des formations (Training and Education Development Manager) certification is intended for training professionals seeking to move into roles involving strategic coordination, instructional design, and the management of educational projects.
It addresses the growing demand for pedagogical leaders capable of designing innovative, inclusive training systems aligned with the evolving landscape of professional training, higher education, and skills development.
In a context marked by digitalisation, the rapid transformation of professions, and the increasing role of data in pedagogical decision-making, this certification helps structure comprehensive expertise in instructional design and educational quality management.
Objective
The objective is to train professionals who are able to design and manage complex educational projects while incorporating accessibility requirements, innovation, and continuous evaluation.
Participants develop advanced skills in curriculum development, educational technology integration, pedagogical team management, educational data analysis, and assessment strategy.
They are prepared to meet contemporary challenges in educational transformation, lead teaching teams within a continuous improvement framework, and develop training systems aligned with competency frameworks and stakeholder expectations.
Target Audience
This certification is designed for professionals in training, teaching, or skills development who wish to take on roles involving strategic coordination, pedagogical management, or the design of innovative training projects.
It is particularly suited to individuals looking to enhance their expertise in instructional design, educational technologies, team leadership, or the quality management of learning systems.
Languages of instruction: English (100%) or French (100%)
French-language instruction will be available from January 2026.
Targeted Careers
- Pedagogical Manager
- Instructional Design Project Lead
- Training Manager (in companies or training organisations)
- Director of a Training Centre or Educational Institution
- Quality Assurance Officer in Education and Training
- Training Offer Development Manager
- Learning Technologist / Educational Technology Specialist
- Academic or Programme Coordinator
- Educational Transformation Consultant
- Learning Assessment Manager
- Training Manager in Private Education Institutions
These roles can be carried out in various professional environments: higher education institutions, vocational training organisations, businesses, NGOs, public bodies, or consulting firms specialising in instructional design and educational innovation.
Competency Blocks
- Block 1: Develop and evaluate curricula that meet educational needs
- Block 2: Design instructional plans and create engaging learning resources
- Block 3: Integrate educational technologies into training programme implementation
- Block 4: Manage teaching and training teams
- Block 5: Manage and monitor educational and training data
- Block 6: Develop and manage learning assessment systems
Course Modules
- Curriculum Development and Programme Design
- Instructional Planning and Engaging Resource Creation
- Strategy and Integration of Educational Technologies
- Human Resource Management in Educational Organisations
- Educational Data Analysis and Performance Indicators
- Assessment Design and Learning Outcome Management
Access Routes
- Initial training
- Continuing professional development
- Validation of Prior Learning (Validation des Acquis de l’Expérience – VAE)
For all VAE enquiries, please contact: enquiry@ibesuni.fr
Certification Access Requirements (excluding VAE)
Admission Requirements:
- Hold a Level 6 diploma (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in education sciences, instructional design, human resources management, or a related field.
- Applicants without a Level 6 diploma must have at least three years of experience as a training manager, instructional designer, trainer, or in a related role.
- Be a native English speaker, have completed a degree in an English-taught institution, or hold a minimum B1 English level at programme entry (B2 required by the end of the programme, proven by a standardised test).
No English requirement applies to candidates enrolled in the French-language version.
Access through Experience:
Module exemptions: Candidates with at least three years of experience as a training manager, instructional designer, or trainer may apply for partial or full exemption from modules based on an entry requirements assessment.
Validation of Prior Learning (VAE): Candidates with professional or personal experience directly related to the competency framework may apply to earn the certification through the VAE process. For all VAE enquiries, contact: enquiry@ibesuni.fr
Requirements for Certification Assessment:
- B2 English level required (for the English-language version)
- Completion of all modules (unless exempted)
Programme Duration: Up to 18 months
Assessment Methods
Professional Portfolios:
- Curriculum Design
- Instructional Design
- Educational Technology Integration
- Strategic HR Planning
- Educational Data Analysis
- Learning Assessment
Oral Examination: Individual presentation before the jury
Teaching Methods
- 100% online or hybrid format available from January 2026
- Methods: courses, case studies, applied professional scenarios
- Supervision: expert instructors in instructional design and educational innovation
Certification Statistics
- Overall employment rate at 6 months: 100%
- Employment in a relevant role at 6 months: 94%
- Certification success rate: 100%
