CMI Qualifications and Courses
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If you’re a time-pressed manager, looking for a simple way to improve your management skills, then Reed Business School’s Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualifications are for you.
Taught by experienced tutors, our career-boosting qualifications will help you become a respected manager at your organisation. We offer the following qualifications:
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Level 5
CMI Level 5 Award in Leadership & Management
Level up your leadership skills with the CMI Level 5 Award in Leadership & Management. This accredited course empowers you with essential management techniques and strategic insights. Perfect for aspiring managers looking to enhance their career prospects and drive organisational success.
Enrol now and elevate your leadership journey with confidence!
- Duration: 3 months
- Total credit value: 4 credits
From £549.00 (inc VAT)
or from £37 per month
Level 5
CMI Level 5 Certificate in Leadership & Management
Gain leadership expertise with the CMI Level 5 Certificate in Leadership & Management. Perfect for aspiring managers, this accredited course enhances your strategic thinking, decision-making, and team leadership skills. Elevate your career with comprehensive training endorsed by the Chartered Management Institute.
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- Duration: 6 months
- Total credit value: 13 credits
From £1099 £989.00 (inc VAT)
or from £60 per month
Level 5
CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership
Elevate your leadership skills with the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership. This comprehensive course covers essential management techniques, strategic planning, and team leadership. Ideal for aspiring and current managers, it equips you with the knowledge to drive success in any organisation.
Enrol now to advance your career!
- Duration: 16 months
- Total credit value: 37 credits
From £1999 £1799.00 (inc VAT)
or from £73 per month
Study methods
With our extensive range of study methods you learn in a way that suits you
Residential
Make the Reed Business School campus your home away from home, while you study for your qualification. Classes take place at our iconic 17th-century manor in the heart of the Cotswolds where you’ll be able to study in a distraction-free setting, surrounded by nature.
Classroom
If you like the idea of learning in person, where you can collaborate with other learners, then our face-to-face classes are for you. Our in-person classes take place in locations across the UK and are taught by experienced tutors with years of experience.
Live online
Experience the convenience of online learning with the interactivity of a classroom. Our Live Online sessions are led by expert tutors in real-time, offering structured lessons, instant feedback, and the opportunity to engage with peers - all from the comfort of your chosen location. Learn effectively without compromising on flexibility or quality.
On-demand
Study at your own pace with our 100% online, on-demand study option. With 24/7 our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), you can study whenever and wherever you want. Perfect if you’re on a tight schedule or need to fit your studies around other commitments.
Why choose us
Whether you’re brand new to the world of management or are looking to get promoted to a more senior role, our CMI courses will give the skills and knowledge you need to lead your teams to success. When you learn with Reed Business School, you’ll get access to:
Our experience CIPD qualified tutors, we’ll be on-hand to support you throughout your studies, whether you have a question about the course materials or want to talk through
All our qualifications include unlimited access to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), where you can rewatch course content and read through our comprehensive study materials whenever and wherever you want. Perfect if you want to study on the go, or prepare for you assessments in your spare time
We offer a variety of delivery options including classroom learning at our conveniently located training centres and residential study programs at our iconic 11th-century manor
We’re a CMI Approved Centre which means we’re fully equipped to deliver a range of CMI qualifications, while helping you excel in your studies
Frequently asked questions
CMI stands for Chartered Management Institute, a specialist awarding body that offers different levels of qualifications in Management and Leadership, Coaching and Mentoring, and Professional Consulting. The organisation’s thought leadership research and online resources provide practical insight for both today’s leaders and the next generation of managers. CMI can also confidently represent their membership community when speaking to policy makers. The overall goal of providing CMI qualifications is clear: to increase the number and standard of professionally qualified managers worldwide.
CMI qualifications offer more than just nationally recognised management courses. By studying with CMI, you are joining a network of over 180,000 members worldwide, with access to the mentoring, support and globally recognised CMI learning resources that come with CMI membership. As the only Chartered professional body in the field of Management and Leadership, you can be assured that CMI qualifications represent a global benchmark for managerial excellence. If you are committed to pursuing a career in management and leadership, studying for a CMI qualification is one of the best ways to prove to employers you have the skills and knowledge to do the job.
CMI is a global organisation with over 180,0000 members in over 170 countries. The Chartered Management Institute is a respected and recognised brand with a portfolio of high quality internationally recognised CMI qualifications, programmes and endorsements.
Backed by a unique Royal Charter in the UK, CMI is the only Chartered professional body in the field of Management and Leadership. This means that they are the only ones who can award Chartered Manager status – the ultimate management accolade.
We offer a wide range of CMI qualifications so the one you choose depends entirely on your experience and current knowledge along with your budget and how much time you want to spend on your learning journey. The more advanced the qualification, the higher the number. Additionally, each CMI level qualifications are categorised by the breadth of information covered and the length of time they take to complete. These are indicated by Award, Certificate and Diploma. Whichever qualification you choose, our expert CMI tutors will be supporting you every step of the way.
According to a recent study, 82% of new managers are promoted without any formal training, leaving them without the expertise to excel in their career. Known as accidental managers, they have the technical capability but find themselves in a managerial role without the skills to lead their team. CMI qualifications are globally recognised and highly valued by employers. They provide managers with the key knowledge and skills to become experts in their role and achieve results for their organisation. Achieving a CMI qualification will sharpen your personal effectiveness and help you achieve success in your career.
Yes, most definitely! Employers actively look for management qualifications on job applications yet only one in five managers have a recognised leadership qualification. CMI qualifications are designed to provide you with the tools, support and guidance needed to create effective leaders who can take on any professional challenge. Designed in collaboration with employers and proven to boost earning potential, CMI qualifications deliver professional pathways for learners at all levels. CMI research shows that businesses which invest in management and leadership programmes see on average a 23% increase in organisational performance and a 32% increase in people performance. CMI qualifications are a win win solution for all involved. Companies will experience more innovative and productive teams which boost business outcomes while CMI qualified individuals will be more knowledgeable, confident and employable.
The CMI has a global membership community of 180,000 plus and over 100,000 active learners. There are 12,000 plus Chartered Managers in the UK. It’s worth joining the club!
As a Chartered Manager, you have achieved the highest status in the management and leadership profession and will join a community of high-performing managers at the top of their game. Chartered Managers are consistent high performers, committed to current best practice and ethical standards. A unique designation, exclusively awarded by the CMI, Chartered Manager embodies a professional approach to management through knowledge, competence, professional standards and commitment to continuing professional development (CPD). When you’re a fully accredited Chartered Manager, you’re entitled to use the following letters after your name: CMgr MCM. The average pay rise of a manager as a result of becoming Chartered is £13,000 and CMI research conducted with Oxford Economics in 2019 found that each Chartered Manager boosts the revenue of their business by £310k over five years. The CMI offers three routes to achieving Chartered Status depending on your mix of qualification and management experience. Find out more here.
Achieving a CMI qualification can not only boost your knowledge, but also your salary. On average, a Chartered project manager in the UK earns £53,000 per year or £27.18 per hour. Entry level salaries start around £48,000 a year, while the majority of experienced managers receive around £67,500 per year.
You can assess your management skills, knowledge and experience against the CMI Professional Standard, an invaluable tool for anyone looking to develop the highest quality skills and capabilities. The hardest part of developing management skills is often figuring out where your gaps are – how can you know what you don’t know? That’s what makes the Management Diagnostic tool so incredibly helpful.
Simply answer a few questions about your knowledge and experience, and it'll assess your management skills against the Professional Standard for Management & Leadership. What's more, your results come with a fully personalised learning plan, packed with resources to help you fill your skill gaps. You'll also receive a certificate of your achievements when you complete each CMI module!
Online CPD can take many forms, but the most important feature of any activity you undertake is that there are clear learning outcomes. In many cases these may enable you to have a direct impact at work. CMI’s online CPD scheme enables you to record your learning objectives, the activities you have undertaken and encourages you to assess its impact in your role as a manager. It also allows you to print reports for your reviews, appraisals or interviews. Access to CPD is through ManagementDirect where you can create your own learning journeys. ManagementDirect allows you to create curated CMI learning journeys to support your continual professional development. You can log, track and reflect on all your learning and experiences with the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) record.
Learning resources will be available on our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and via ManagementDirect on the CMI website. ManagementDirect has 100,000s of reliable and validated management and leadership digital content including company and industry reports, videos, checklists, e-books, and journals such as the Harvard Business Review, with new content being added weekly.
For in depth research, CMI has joined forces with EBSCO Information Services to offer members access to Business Source Corporate - a database providing direct access to articles on management and business from a range of academic journals and business magazines. You will also have access to country, company and industry reports from leading providers. This platform enables quick and easy access to information automatically tailored to the individual units in each relevant CMI qualification. This means that you can spend less time looking for the information you need to complete your management qualification. This rich source of materials with a powerful search facility is learner friendly and time efficient and is available anytime, anywhere on any device – 24/7 access will be available throughout your CMI course.
Whichever CMI level you choose and however you decide to study with us, the good news is that you will be able to access expert CMI support from experienced tutors who will be able to answer your questions and provide feedback every step of the way. This means that you will be able to smoothly progress and achieve your CMI qualification.
You can learn either way. We offer 100% online courses along with face-to-face learning in the classroom. Residential CMI courses are also available at the Reed Business School, a stunning converted 15th century manor located in the heart of the Cotswolds. Our residential offer consists of two-day teaching blocks with an overnight stay, with a programme tailored to the qualification you are studying. For further information on face-to-face learning and residential courses, please contact our support team.
Reed Learning offers a variety of study options so you can choose which delivery method best fits your schedule and lifestyle:
Live online - combine learning in your own time with attending live online webinars led by our CMI tutors for each unit you study. This option is delivered 100% online.
On demand - this course is 100% online which enables you to learn at your own pace – from home, at the office or even while commuting. Access learning materials and recorded content from any device 24/7. You will be able to work through your CMI qualification in a timeframe that suits you, giving you complete flexibility.
Classroom - learn in online classrooms or via face-to-face workshops hosted at different locations throughout the UK. You will also be supported by 24/7 access to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
Residential - focus solely on your studies at the Reed Business School, a stunning converted 15th century manor house located in the heart of the Cotswolds.
Whichever learning method you choose, you will receive outstanding support whilst on the programme from Reed Learning’s expert CMI tutors.
That really depends on which qualification and how you would like to learn. We offer payments plans to help support budgets. Please talk to our support team so that you can discuss your needs. Some employers may also be willing to fund your CMI course.
Registration fees are included in the cost of your CMI qualification.
Studying for a professional qualification takes commitment but investment in yourself will benefit your career. CMI qualifications hold industry recognition and respect. Whether you are taking your first steps into management or looking to improve existing skills, becoming CMI qualified will ensure you stand out from the competition in your job search and your current role. After completing your CMI qualification you can:
Upgrade your CMI membership to a new level – including fCMgr and CMgr
Continue to study for other CMI qualifications
Achieve personal success in your current role and improved results for your business
Progress to the next level in your career.
All our CMI course learners are automatically provided with free affiliate membership of the CMI until the completion of their studies. You will therefore have access to the comprehensive range of benefits and resources that come hand-in-hand with CMI membership providing you with the tools and resources you need to take on any professional challenge. Whether you are looking to get ahead with your CPD, access digital resources to support your learning or inspiration to lead your team effectively, take advantage of your CMI membership to unleash your potential and become skilled, confident and successful managers and leaders.
Not sure which option is right for you?
Speak to one of our specialist learning advisers who will talk you through your options.
At Reed Business School, professional qualifications and apprenticeships provider, we support learners and organisations with flexible study options.