CMI Qualifications

CMI Level 3

Principles of leadership and management qualification

Study this CMI course with KnowledgeBrief. Learn on-demand and get a level 3 management qualification with the globally recognised CMI Level 3 Award, Certificate or Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership.

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Chartered Management Institute

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Management Specialists

Developing managers for over 12 years

Course overview

KnowledgeBrief's Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 3 in Principles of Management and Leadership has been developed for practising or aspiring managers at the beginning of their management career.

Delivery

  • Inclusive access to our business library
  • Free access to webinars
  • On-demand support of a CMI Specialist

Accreditations & Qualification

  • Automatically receive fCMgr status
  • CMI Level 3 Certificate
  • 12 months CMI membership included

Fees

  • £395 Award
  • £695 Certificate
  • £1495 Diploma

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Course Description

What can you learn?

Choose which study units you wish to study, you need to exceed 40 TUT hours for an Award, 130 TUT hours for a Certificate and 370 TUT hours for a Diploma

Principles of Management and Leadership

301V5 | 70 TUT Hours

This unit has been designed for learners who want to develop or sharpen their professional edge and enhance personal effectiveness.

Managing a Team to Achieve Results

302V5 | 60 TUT Hours

This unit has been developed to support managers in understanding the nature of teams in the workplace, and how these can be managed to achieve results.

Building Stakeholder Relationships using Effective Communication

305V5 | 40 TUT Hours

The aim of this unit is to equip managers to identify and understand stakeholder’s needs, know the purpose and benefits of building relationships with different stakeholder groups, and the methods of communicating with them to achieve results.

Contributing to the Delivery of a Project

311V5 | 60 TUT Hours

This unit aims to equip managers with the knowledge, tools, and techniques for managing and monitoring projects. It also identifies approaches to managing risk and responding to the needs and expectations of stakeholders.

Managing Daily Activities to Achieve Results

312V5 | 40 TUT Hours

The aims of the unit are to equip managers with the knowledge to identify priorities and set measurable objectives. Managers will know how to organise and allocate daily work activities, monitor outcomes, and respond practically to problems in a manner which supports the achievement of results.

Managing Budgets and Resources

314V5 | 50 TUT Hours

The aim of this unit is to equip managers with the knowledge that they need to manage budgets and other resources. This allows them to remain efficient and effective.

Managing Data and Information

318V5 | 50 TUT Hours

The aim of this unit is to equip managers with the knowledge of how to gather, assess and analyse different types of data and information, and how to report findings for different business purposes within legal and organisational guidelines.

Managing Own Personal and Professional Development

321V5 | 50 TUT Hours

The purpose of the unit is to support the manager to identify the benefits of engaging in personal and professional development. By using the knowledge gained, a meaningful development plan will be created to support them to become an effective manager in the workplace.

Learning KnowledgeBrief

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CMI Level 3 qualification

68% of managers have no formal management skills. Get the knowledge needed to unlock your potential and stand out from the crowd.

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83% of learners feel more confident in their roles

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76% of learners report increased engagement and motivation

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Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions.

KnowledgeBrief Level 3 courses provide a pathway to gaining your CMI Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) status or a full Chartered Manager (CMgr) status

The course is delivered 100% online through our KBPro® Learning Platform which condenses the latest business insights and business school academic material into brief, easily useable formats.

Throughout your learning journey, you are provided with the on-demand support of a Qualifications Specialist. We also deliver a detailed Assignment Impact Session on the units you have chosen to complete, setting you up for success.

Upon completing the CMI Level 3 Certificate in leadership and management you will receive your CMI Certificate and can also download your KnowledgeBrief Certificate which includes CPD hours. This qualification will help you on your way to full Chartered Manager (CMgr) status if you choose to continue your studies.

No formal experience required

Practising, new or aspiring managers should ideally have around three years' workplace experience, but it is:

  • Suitable for managers who supervise or manage a team
  • Designed to be accessible to learners who are completely new to management
  • Suitable for anyone who is managing projects in a specific management area such as project management
  • Provides managers with communication and team motivation skills
Learner Experience

Delivered 100% online through our KBPro® Learning Platform

Benefit from the best of current business school knowledge endorsed by professional bodies when studying for your CMI Level 3 qualification. Designed in formats to accelerate learning and focus on business application for immediate results in the workplace. Earn online degree equivalent CMI qualifications, manage your CPD, and access cutting edge research.


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Accreditation

KnowledgeBrief is a Strategic Partner with the Chartered Management Institute

All CMI Level 3 course content is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute and all learners receive a KnowledgeBrief Certificate which includes CPD hours.


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"My Apprenticeship through Wiltshire Council with KnowledgeBrief has enabled me to have a wider understanding of management principles. The guidance given was invaluable to enable me to obtain my chartered management qualification with Distinction."

Wiltshire Council

"Throughout the course, I was guided and supported by skilled Personal Learning Advisors and attended informative workshops. By gaining my CMI qualification in leadership & management, I have been able to advance my career to the next level in management."

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"It doesn’t matter what stage you are at in your Leadership or Management career, a Level 3 or 5 course will make you a better leader."

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Advance your career with qualifications in management and leadership

Be a better manager by investing in a CMI Level 3 qualification