Online and On Campus Course Overview

The Certificate/Diploma in Management and Leadership is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Staff study at college part-time and complete work-based projects as part of the course. This qualification is ideal for those who are, or who wish to become, Operational or Departmental Managers, or existing managers who have practical management skills, but wish to develop their theoretical understanding further.

This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education, and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons.

Please note: We have Daytime and Evening CMI Level 5 Certificate/Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership courses available.

Daytime: Starts on February 9th 2024, from 9.15am to 12.15pm. Classroom attendance is once a month, on a Friday.

Evening: Starts on February 8th 2024, from 6pm to 9pm. Classroom attendance is once a month, on a Thursday.

What will I learn?

The course covers a wide range of business management skills and knowledge, including organisational performance, interpersonal skills and personal effectiveness.

Example modules

  • Project development and control
  • Personal development and a manager and leader
  • Managing recruitment, selection and induction
  • Managing team and individual performance
  • Information-based decision making
  • Organisational financial management

Study Method – Online and On Campus

We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this course through our flexible Online and On Campus model.

Online, you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer – meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study. Lessons last for around 45-60 minutes and are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Practice questions, downloadable lesson materials and interactive case studies help to enhance the learning experience further and learners should expect to spend around 3-4 hours studying independently online each week.

On campus, you benefit from regular classes with a college tutor – without having to commit to attending multiple evenings each week. Your tutor will review what you have learnt during your online lessons and will be on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment. Regular discussion with classmates will help to reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from being part of a group.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is via practical work-based assignments provided by the college. This ensures you minimise time away from work and that you undertake work study which is relevant to your own organisation’s context.

Entry requirements

Individual employers will set the selection criteria for their apprentices though most will be expected to hold 5 GCSEs at grade 5 / C or higher. Prior experience may also be considered. Learners should also have achieved qualifications in English and mathematics at a minimum of level 2 (GCSE) or equivalent.

Progression

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is an opportunity to study CMI courses at higher levels up to level 8.

Career opportunities

Learners who successfully complete the programme will be awarded a Level 5 Certificate/Diploma in Management and Leadership and will also be eligible to register as full members of the CMI.

Roles may include: Operations Manager, Regional Manager, Divisional Manager, Department Manager and specialist managers.

Key responsibilities may include creating and delivering operational plans, managing projects, leading and managing teams, managing change, financial and resource management, talent management, coaching and mentoring.

Additional information

We have Daytime and Evening CMI Level 5 Certificate/Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership courses available.

Daytime: Starts on February 9th 2024, from 9.15am to 12.15pm. Classroom attendance is once a month, on a Friday.

Evening: Starts on February 8th 2024, from 6pm to 9pm. Classroom attendance is once a month, on a Thursday.

This course will typically take two years to complete but can take less depending on the prior experience of the individual and the specification of the employer.

Course costs

The cost of the course is £1500 for the Certificate, £2100 for the Diploma and can be met by individuals or their employers. Individuals may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Find out more

For more information on how this course, visit the Chartered Management Institute website. (link https://www.managers.org.uk/education-providers/qualification-resource-library/new-level-5-in-management-and-leadership)

Partnered with Mindful Education