CMI Level 7 Strategic Management Certificate Online – Accipio

Cost£1,595.00
Duration6 months
LevelLevel 7
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyChartered Management Institute

About this course

CMI Level 7 Strategic Management Certificate. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your working life. Around 200 hours of study typically takes four to six months.

The course covers two CMI units. Unit 714 focuses on personal and professional development for strategic leaders. Unit 701 explores strategic leadership theory and practice. You'll analyse leadership approaches, evaluate your own abilities, and learn to apply strategic thinking within your organisation. Some background in middle or upper management is expected, along with experience at undergraduate degree level or equivalent.

You'll finish with a CMI Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership.

Who this course is for

This level 7 Certificate aims to provide learners with an introduction to the knowledge and skills expected at senior level management. The course will provide the learner with knowledge of relevant leadership and management theory and empower them to apply this knowledge to their organisations.

Entry requirements

Whilst there are no formal entry requirements, prospective learners should have experience in middle or upper management, previous academic experience at or equivalent to undergraduate degree level, and some previous knowledge of leadership and management theory would be desirable.

What you will learn

  • You'll evaluate key leadership theories and their application at senior level.
  • You'll analyse your own leadership strengths and areas for development.
  • You'll apply strategic thinking to real challenges within your organisation.
  • You'll assess how leaders respond to critical incidents with significant organisational impact.
  • You'll develop a personal and professional development plan suited to senior leadership.
  • You'll build a deeper understanding of leadership and management theory at Level 7.

How you will learn

You study entirely online through Accipio's learning platform. The course is self-paced, so you work through the material when it suits you. Assessment is based on written assignments linked to the two CMI units. Your work is marked by an assessor and subject to external moderation by CMI. All resources, assessor fees, and moderation fees are included in the course cost.

What you will need to bring

Accipio will confirm anything you need before you start. Access to a computer and a reliable internet connection is essential for the online learning platform.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Senior manager, leads strategy and people across a large team or organisation.
  • Director of operations, oversees day-to-day delivery at an executive level.
  • Head of department, drives performance and development within a business function.
  • Chief executive officer, sets organisational direction and leads at board level.
  • General manager, manages multiple teams or sites within a business.
  • Strategy consultant, advises organisations on leadership and business improvement.

What you could study next

  • CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice, a longer qualification covering additional units including developing organisational strategy and leading people.
  • Executive MBA, a postgraduate business degree that builds on strategic leadership skills for those aiming at the most senior roles.
  • Chartered Manager status through CMI, a professional recognition that demonstrates management excellence.

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