CMI Level 3 Course: Award in Principles Of Management and Leadership
Become a more effective manager in just six weeks with this CMI Level 3 Award in Principles of Management and Leadership. Designed especially for those in their first leadership role, you’ll learn how to successfully lead and manage your team from CMI-qualified tutors with years of management experience.
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What to expect
What to expect from this CMI Level 3 Award in Principles of Management and Leadership
If you’ve just started a management role with little to no training and are worried about succeeding in your new role, then this CMI Level 3 Award in Principles of Management and Leadership will help you develop your skills in an area of your choice.
Taught by CMI qualified tutors, you’ll choose one unit that’s most relevant to your current role, allowing you to apply your new-found knowledge to your job straight away.
When you complete this course, you’ll also get free Affiliate CMI Membership, giving you free access to extensive research and resources to help you in your leadership journey.
When you learn with Reed Business School, you’ll get access to:
A CMI approved centre
Support from CMI qualified professionals with years of leadership and management experience
24/7 access to a range of learning materials via our Virtual Learning Environment, so you can study any time you want
A variety of learning options and start dates
Downloadable course materials and supporting resources
Not sure if this CMI qualification is right for you?
Get in touch with a learning advisor now. They’ll run through the options with you and help you make the best decision for your career.
Choose your study method
We offer a range of study methods to suit your lifestyle and budget. All our study options include 24-hour access to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) where you can study in your own time between classes.
Live online
Get all the benefits of in-person learning, all from the comfort of your home. Great if you need a little more flexibility when it comes to location, but still want the opportunity to interact with other learners.
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or from £26 per month
Residential
Make the Reed Business School campus your home away from home, while you study for CMI qualification. Delivered at our iconic Manor, you’ll get to know other students, relax in our first-class accommodation and enjoy delicious homemade meals.
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or from £41 per month
Face-to-face
If you like the idea of learning in person, where you bounce around ideas with other learners, then our face-to-face classes are for you. Classes take place every few months at one of our many UK venues.
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or from £34 per month
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 for your Level 3 CMI qualification, whenever and wherever you want. Perfect if you’re on a tight schedule or need to fit your studies around other commitments.
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or from £26 per month
Payment options
Spread the cost of your course over 12-months, with our interest free payment plans. Perfect if you need more flexibility with your payments.
You also have the option to pay for your course in full.
If your employer is paying for your course, then we can invoice them directly, so you don’t have to worry about trying to organise the payment yourself. You focus on your studies and we’ll take care of the rest.
What you'll study
To complete this Level 3 Award in Principles Management and Leadership you’ll need to pass one unit from the list below.
Managing a Team to Achieve Results – 6 credits
Building Stakeholder Relationships using Effective Communication – 4 credits
Contributing to the Delivery of a Project - 6 credits
Managing Daily Activities to Achieve Results – 4 credits
Managing Budgets and Resources – 5 credits
Managing Data and Information – 5 credits
Managing Own Personal and Professional Development. – 5 credits
Entry Requirements
There are no formal requirements for this course however a good standard of literacy and numeracy is expected.
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Support from an expert tutor
Your tutor will be on hand to support you throughout your CMI Level 3 Award in Principles of Management and Leadership.
Your tutor will help you plan your studies and prepare for assessments, giving you the best chance of excelling at your course.
24/7 access to all our learning resources
Our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) gives you 24-hour access to our comprehensive L&D resources to help you through your course and beyond, Available for the duration of your CMI Level 3 programme, it includes webinar recordings, workbooks and activities, as well as articles, videos and links to further reading. Perfect for when you want revisit something you’ve just learnt, or revise for your assessments.
Collaborate with other learners
Our online discussions are a great way to learn with and from other students, as well as our experts. You’ll share what you have learnt in each unit, reinforcing your understanding while helping you get ready for your assessments and your future role.
Get your questions answered
If you have a question about the VLE, CMI membership, workshops or anything else to do with your course, out training support team are here to help.
You can call the support team whenever you need to, for as long as you’re on the programme.
Achieving your qualification
To pass this course and earn your CMI qualification, you’ll need to complete a written assessment in the unit you chose. If that sounds a little daunting, don’t worry, your tutor will support you with this, giving you, tips and guidance for completion
Your pathway to becoming CMI qualified
Completing this CMI Level 3 qualification typically takes 6 weeks
Induction
Before we dive into your qualification, you’ll complete an induction to help you prepare for the programme and get the most out of your learning. This will involve:
Meeting the learner community
Accessing our extensive online resources
Introducing you to Management Direct, CMI’s comprehensive resource centre
Meeting the CMI team
Study at your own pace
While most learners complete the course over 6 weeks, you’re free to work at your own pace, and our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) allows you to do just that. With 24/7 access to all tour resources, you could complete your qualification in less time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you’re just starting out in your first supervisory or team leader role and want to gain a solid introduction to a particular aspect of management then a CMI Level 3 Award will help you build your skills quickly. Simply choose the unit which is most relevant to your current role. It’s possible to add further units when you’re ready to top-up to a Level 3 Certificate or Diploma.
Yes, it is most definitely worth studying for! A CMI Level 3 Award can be completed in just six weeks and so is the perfect short course if you want to gain new skills and use them in your job straight away. There are eight units to choose from covering different management topics from managing budgets to delivering a project. The ideal qualification for new and aspiring managers who want to boost their management knowledge quickly.
Reed Learning offers expert support to ensure that you have the best chances of achieving your Level 3 CMI qualification.
Our courses allow you to learn online, meaning that you have total control over the pace at which you study for your Award.
Our CMI Level 3 tutors are available to answer questions and offer support.
Learning resources will be available on our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and via ManagementDirect on the CMI website.
Articles, videos and links to further reading are all available to help you achieve success in your CMI qualification.
Yes you can. Simply choose to study for further units when you are ready and top-up to a CMI Level 3 Certificate or Diploma.
CMI Level 3 qualifications are ideal for anyone starting out in their first management role. Typical roles include team leader, supervisor, foreperson, shift manager.