CMI Level 5 Course: Certificate in Management and Leadership
Strengthen your management skills with Reed Business School’s CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership. Over twelve content-packed weeks, you’ll develop the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to become a more successful middle manager.
Includes free CMI affiliate membership
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What to expect
This CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership is perfect for middle managers who want to lead more successful teams, but don’t have the time to commit to a full Diploma.
Over the course of 12 weeks, you’ll explore up to two management and leadership topics that are most essential to your role, so you can quickly upskill in areas that will have the most impact on the success of you and your team.
This Level 5 Diploma includes free CMI Affiliate Membership. When you complete your course, you’ll automatically be awarded Foundation Chartered Management status, and can use the post-nominals fCMgr after your name. Perfect if you want to boost your CV and stand out from the crowd when applying for jobs.
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
Downloadable course materials and supporting resources
Not sure if this CMI qualification is right for you?
Speak to one of our learning advisers. They’ll run through the options with you and help you make the best decision for your career.
Chose 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
This CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership consists of up to two compulsory units worth up to 13 credits.
Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you’ll be automatically awarded Foundation Chartered Manager status (fCMgr), which you can use after your name.
Choose up to two modules worth up to 13 credits
Principles of Operational Leadership & Management in an Organisational Context & Principles of Developing, Managing and Leading Individuals and Teams to Achieve Success: Credits: 13
Principles of Operational Leadership & Management in an Organisational Context & Managing Projects to Achieve Results. Credits: 13
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
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 12 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 12 weeks, you’re free to work at your own pace, and your 24/7 access to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) allows you to do just that.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you are a middle manager wanting to gain further knowledge, skills and techniques or you currently don’t have a qualification to demonstrate your expertise, our CMI Level 5 courses are the perfect choice. The CMI Certificate is less comprehensive than the Diploma but will help you gain a deeper understanding of management in specific areas. Simply choose the three units which are most relevant to your current or aspiring role. It’s possible to add further units to top-up to a Diploma when you are ready.
Yes, it is most definitely worth studying for! A CMI Level 5 Certificate can be completed in just 12-18 weeks and so is the perfect course if you want to gain new skills quickly or enhance your CV with a management qualification. There are eight units to choose from covering topics such as conflict management or setting and managing budgets. Choose the units that are most relevant to your role and get started!
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 Certificate can be achieved after successfully completing three written assessments within 12 to 18 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.
Once you have successfully completed either a CMI Level 5 Certificate or Diploma in Management and Leadership, you will be awarded Foundation Chartered Manager status. Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) is a professional status designed to help you become a better manager and stand out from the competition. This unique status recognises you as an individual who has the skills needed to be an effective manager. It also shows your commitment to further developing those skills to deliver better business results.
Reed Learning’s courses provide you with the opportunity to set you on your way to achieving the ultimate professional distinction for any manager or leader, full Chartered Manager status. This can have an incredible impact on your earning potential, confidence and career progression.
Once qualified, make sure you update your email signature, stationary and social profiles to include your CMI post-nominals and promote your achievement!