CMI Level 5 Course: Award in Principles of Management and Leadership
Become a better manager in just six weeks with Reed Business School’s CMI Level 5 Award in Management & Leadership. Taught by CMI experts, you’ll focus on the management and leadership topic that’s most relevant to your role, while earning a management qualification you can highlight on your CV.
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What to expect
What to expect from this CMI Level 5 Award in Principles of Management and Leadership
Especially created for busy middle managers who want to quickly upskill in a challenging area or earn a CMI qualification without the commitment needed from a longer course.
You’ll choose from one of eight modules covering topics such as:
Conflict management, where you’ll learn how to handle difficult situations with ease
Team development where you’ll discover new ways to motivate and inspire even your most disinterested team members
Setting and managing budgets so you can avoid overspending
...And more.
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 dedicated personal adviser to guide you through your programme
A range of learning options and start dates
A flexible interest-free payment plan (up to 12 months)
Downloadable course materials and supporting resources
Not sure if this CMI Level 5 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.
Study whenever and wherever suits you. On-demand learning offers ultimate flexibility, allowing learners to access high-quality course materials anytime, anywhere.
Ideal for independent learners who want flexible, self-paced learning to fit around their busy lives.
Study anytime, anywhere
Flexible and convenient learning
Interactive content and resources
Expert tutor support available
Access recorded sessions anytime
Customise your study plan
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.
Ideal for learners who want the flexibility to study from any location
Learn 100% online
Balance study with commitments
Join live support webinars
Guidance from expert tutors
Anytime access to materials
Flexible, structured delivery plan
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.
Ideal for learners who prefer traditional classroom settings
Engaging face-to-face sessions
Convenient UK-wide locations
Collaborative, interactive learning
Expert tutor-led delivery
Anytime access to materials
Clear, structured delivery plan
Our venues span London, Northampton, Birmingham, Newcastle, Cambridge, Little Compton, and many other locations. If you have a specific place in mind, reach out to us - we’d be happy to discuss options to suit your needs.
Make the Reed Business School campus your home away from home, while you study for your 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.
Ideal for learners wanting an immersive experience.
Unique learning environment
All-inclusive learning experience
Access to outstanding facilities
Engaging real-time learning experience
Structured delivery plan
Networking opportunities
In-person and online tutor support
Study books and online resources
Access to recorded sessions
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
The CMI Level 5 Award in Management and Leadership allows you explore an area of Management and Leadership that’s most important to you and your work.
You’ll choose one unit from a list of eight and delve deep into that topic of the course of six weeks, with support from our experienced CMI qualified tutors.
Choose one unit from the list below
Principles of Operational Leadership & Management in an Organisational Context. Credits: 7
Principles of Developing, Managing and Leading Individuals and Teams to Achieve Success. Credits: 6
Managing Stakeholder Relationships. Credits: 4
Managing Projects to Achieve Results. Credits: 6
Managing Change. Credits: 5
Creating and Delivering Operational Plans. Credits: 6
Managing Finance. Credits: 6
Using Reflective Practice to inform Personal and Professional development. Credits: 5
Entry Requirements
There are no formal requirements for this course however a good standard of literacy and numeracy is expected.
We're with you every step of the way
Support from your personal advisor
Your personal adviser will work with you throughout your CMI Level 5 Award in Management & Leadership
Together you’ll agree on a plan for your programme, develop a study schedule and prepare for your assessments, helping you grow in your management role.
24/7 access to all our learning resources
Our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) gives you 24-hour access to our comprehensive Management and Leadership resources to help you through your course and beyond, Available for the duration of your CMI Level 5 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.
You can also arrange tutorials with our tutor team if there are other areas you need support with.
Achieving your qualification
Every unit of your programme includes written assignments which you’ll need to complete to pass. If that all sounds a little daunting, don’t worry, your adviser will support you through your assessments, giving you with thorough feedback on each assignment submitted and suggesting where amendments can be made, so that you can successfully complete each unit.
Your pathway to becoming CMI qualified
Completing this CMI Level 5 qualification typically takes 6 weeks
Induction
Before we dive into the course units, 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 and accessing our extensive online resources
Receiving your handbook
Meeting your personal adviser
Exploring your unit workbooks
Watching study skills webinars
Study at your own pace
Most learners complete this course over six weeks.
During that time, you’ll attend live online workshops and webinars, have one-to-one catch ups with your adviser, join online discussions and regularly receive course materials in the form of articles, activities and videos.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you want to gain some management expertise quickly and enhance your CV with a CMI qualification, then an Award will help add knowledge and skills in a specific area. Choose the unit that is most relevant to your role, enrol on the course and get started. A CMI Level 5 Award is achieved after successfully completing one written assessment worth four credits.
Yes, it is most definitely worth studying for! A CMI Level 5 Award can be completed in just six weeks and so is the perfect short course if you want to gain new skills quickly or help your chances of achieving a new management role. There are eight units to choose from covering topics such as conflict management or setting and managing budgets. Choose the unit that is most relevant to your current or potential job and get started!
Our CMI Level 5 Awards will help you quickly upskill without the commitment needed from a longer course.
CMI Level 5 qualifications can be compared to Foundation Degrees and Higher National Diplomas (HND). They include a wide range of management skills and topics and are a step up from CMI Level 3 qualifications.
Our CMI Level 5 online management courses allow you to study at your own pace. This means that you can decide for yourself how much time you want to spend on the course. In general, a CMI Level 5 Award can be achieved in as little as six weeks.
CMI Level 5 qualifications are ideal for anyone who is building a career in management or leadership. All courses will allow you to develop your existing knowledge and ultimately prepare you for progression towards the prestigious Chartered Manager status. Learners at this level will typically be in roles such as Operations Manager, Business Manager, Department Head, Team Leader, Specialist Manager, Project Manager.