CMI Level 5 Qualifications in Management and Leadership

Duration:

8 weeks | Starting January 2026

Delivery:

Face-to-Face or Online

Application Status:

Open

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is the only UK chartered professional body dedicated exclusively to management and leadership. Established in 1947 and awarded with a Royal Charter, CMI sets the standards for management excellence for more than 75 years.

With over 170,000 members worldwide, CMI provides internationally recognised qualifications that deliver practical knowledge and skills that directly enhance workplace performance. Studying with CMI connects you to a global community of managers and leaders.

Recognition: Chartered Manager status is an internationally recognised accreditation and the gold standard of excellence in management and leadership.

Credibility: As a Royal Chartered organisation, CMI has been the benchmark for management and leadership for over 75 years.

Impact: Our qualifications are designed to deliver real-world impact, boosting individual performance and organisational success.

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CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management & Leadership

WHAT IS IT?

It is a professional qualification awarded by the CMI and includes the following modules:

Principles of Leadership Practice

Uncover, understand and navigate leadership dynamics in real-world contexts
Explore models of leadership and practical approaches
Learn techniques to inspire and empower teams
Strengthen your leadership practice through applied strategies

Managing Change

Understand the key drivers of change
Gain tools to successfully plan, implement, and embed change
Recognise and work with change dynamics such as resistance, ambivalence, and uncertainty
Develop strategies to navigate challenges and lead change effectively

Starting January 2026
Blended learning (in-person and online)
Duration: 8 weeks | evening hours

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WHO IS IT FOR?

Junior and mid-level managers across industries
Professionals aspiring to move into management roles
Team leaders aiming to strengthen their leadership capacity
Managers who want a practical programme with proven impact

WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAMME?

International recognition: Earn a globally respected qualification, valued by employers worldwide

Practical skills in action: Apply tools and techniques immediately to create real impact in your role

Career progression: Strengthen your path to senior management and leadership positions

Global community & networking: Connect with CMI’s and HMC’s international professional networks

Leverage expertise: Gain the mindset and skillset you need for success from distinguished leaders and managers across industries