CMI Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership (Online) - Level 3

Overview

CMI training that fits your life - not the other way around

Whether you’re balancing a full-time job, family commitments or worries about fees, we’re here to support you. Speak to us today and discover the flexible routes that can help you gain this qualification with confidence.

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Start anytime | 9-12 months part-time online course

Take the next step in your career with this flexible and practical online qualification designed for current or aspiring managers. Whether you're supervising a team, managing a shift, or leading a project, this Level 3 CMI Diploma will help you gain the essential skills and confidence to lead with purpose.

Why choose this course?

Flexible learning: Study from home with a blend of online modules and live virtual lessons.
Start anytime: No fixed start date – begin your journey when it suits you.
Professional recognition: Ideal for team leaders, project officers, or shift managers responsible for setting and monitoring objectives, guiding teams, and managing day-to-day operations.
Pathway to Chartered Manager Status: Earn Foundation Chartered Manager Status – a recognised stepping stone to becoming a fully Chartered Manager.

What’s included?

9-12 months of structured, part-time study through monthly online leassons or live webinars
Access to an exclusive online resource centre with guides, learning materials and support.
Flexible payment options to help you invest in your future without financial barriers.

Why study a CMI qualification?

CMI qualifications are designed to provide you with the tools, support and guidance needed to take on any professional challenge. Created in collaboration with employers, these qualifications are proven to boost employability, productivity and create conscious leaders.

80% of managers said that a CMI qualification is a key part of becoming a professional manager
81% of individuals were able to share their new skills with their team
79% confirmed their new skills has increased overall team performance

What our students say

“The course itself has given me practical skills I’m already using at work, but Adela’s support is what made the biggest difference. I felt more confident at every stage because I knew I had someone knowledgeable backing me up.”

Connor

“The flexibility of the course structure, combined with the excellent support from the tutor, made balancing my studies and work commitments genuinely achievable.”

Michael

“The course content was practical, easy to follow, and has genuinely helped me develop new skills. It has also boosted my confidence as a manager, and I’m now applying what I’ve learned in my day-to-day role. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to grow in their management career.”

Tom

“The tutor, Adela, was always patient, responsive, and went the extra mile to help me understand the material. Thanks to her guidance, I felt supported every step of the way to achieve the Level 3 and level 5 qualifications.”
Sue

“Despite being delivered online, the sessions never felt impersonal. The group sizes were perfect - small enough to encourage meaningful discussion and interaction, yet diverse enough to bring a wide range of perspectives. This created a supportive and collaborative learning environment where everyone felt heard.”

Jaime

“It was an amazing course. The tutor Adela brilliantly guided me through, and I really enjoyed the content, and this has helped me navigate my own skills and the skills needed to ensure a team is working effectively.“

Lisa

About the tutor, Adela Brookes

Over the course of her career, she has held a range of roles within the education sector, including teaching, senior leadership, and teacher training. These experiences, supported by industry exposure and a commitment to continuous professional development, have enabled her to cultivate a comprehensive and adaptable skill set. She consistently demonstrates and promotes best practices whilst maintaining a strong understanding of learner development needs within an increasingly dynamic and evolving professional landscape.

Start dates and fees

Start Date - This course is offered on a rolling basis so please get in touch to find out when the next course is starting.

Cost - £1,595

The course fee can either be paid in full or in four instalments.

If you wish to pay in instalments, you will be required to pay 25% (£398.75) of the total fee on the day of enrolment and a Direct Debit mandate would then need to be completed to enable the college to collect a further three payments of £398.75 bi-monthly. The payments will be taken on the date you choose on the Direct Debit mandate form.

Please contact the college’s finance department for further details on 0808 100 3626.

What will I study?

The course is delivered online using Microsoft Teams and includes 8 live webinars, 8 short study modules and 8 CMI assignments.

Webinar 1: Understand how organisations operate and the management/leadership role
Webinar 2: Understand the role and purpose of teams and how to achieve the high performing team
Webinar 3: Understand the purpose of different stakeholder groups and how to build effective communication relationships
Webinar 4: Understand the role of projects within organisations
Webinar 5: Understand the process of managing daily activities and ensuring objectives are met
Webinar 6: Understand the importance of using resources and the purpose of budgets
Webinar 7: Understand reasons for collecting data and information and the different types used by organisations
Webinar 8: Understand the benefits of personal and professional development.