Course Content
The CMI Level 5 Extended Diploma in Management and Leadership will help you gain practical experience in leading teams, making strategic decisions, and managing resources effectively, while enhancing communication, collaboration, and performance management.
On completion, you can progress to higher-level qualifications such as the CMI Level 6 or Level 7 in Management and Leadership.
CMI graduates achieve remarkable things:
- 72% agree that their CMI qualification gave them a competitive edge in the job application process.
- 89% agree they use the skills learnt on their accredited qualification in their current role.
- 88% agree that the accredited qualification gave them good career prospects.
- Recent CMI graduates earn a median of 28k compared to just 21k for a typical business studies graduate.
- Employers highly value the qualifications awarded by CMI, and over 80% of managers agree that a CMI qualification is essential to becoming a professional manager.
- Established over 60 years ago as the British Institute of Management, the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) has been at the forefront of management and leadership development in the UK.
- Today, CMI is the only chartered professional awarding body dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in management and leadership. Over 100,000 managers use CMI’s services daily to enhance their skills, achieve professional recognition, and progress in their careers.
- CMI qualifications are designed for managers and leaders at all levels, providing practical knowledge and skills that employers highly value. It is also the only awarding body to confer Chartered Manager status, the ultimate professional accolade for managers.
- Earning a CMI qualification can boost your career prospects, demonstrate leadership competence, and achieve recognition as a skilled management professional.
- Employers highly value the qualifications awarded by the Chartered Management Institute, and over 80% of managers opine that a CMI qualification is essential to becoming a professional manager.
- Boost employee morale and engagement. According to Engage for Success (2013), about 65% of employees do not trust managers. Compared to other developed countries, the UK has a 6% lower average engagement (Kennexa, 2011).
- Networking at any of our events around the UK or via our online community, including regional conferences, bespoke webinars and industry speakers.
- Access to our research and insight content, including Professional Manager magazine, delivered to your door and available online.
This course is strategically designed for practising or aspiring middle managers who want to develop their leadership skills and take the next step in their career.
No formal qualifications are necessary to enrol in this course; however, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a minimum of 19 years of age.
- Have considerable work experience as a junior manager, first-line manager or similar job role.
- Demonstrate the capability to successfully complete the Level 5 course.
- Possess a considerable proficiency in English.
Our committed admissions advisors are ready to offer personalised advice that aligns with your career aspirations and professional objectives, ensuring that this course effectively supports your growth as a leader.
Assessments include a written assignment of 3000 to 4000 words for each module, which provides an excellent chance for in-depth learning. There are no exams.
To succeed, you should carefully read the assignment brief and understand the requirements before starting your assignment. This helps improve understanding and encourages personal reflection and growth.
To pass each module, you must meet all the requirements outlined in the assessment criteria and achieve all the learning outcomes.
Completing this course provides a strong platform for continued professional growth. Successful learners can:
- Elevate their professional status by upgrading their CMI membership and gaining access to enhanced resources and recognition.
- Progress to higher-level qualifications, such as the CMI Level 6 Diploma in Professional Management and Leadership Practice.
- Fast-track to apply for Chartered Manager status, the ultimate professional accolade for managers, after completing this course and with 3+ years of experience in a managerial role.
