Free Level 3 Management and Leadership Course in Dunstable. Classes run at Bedford College Dunstable Campus. Daytime sessions are spread across one year part-time, so you can fit study around other commitments. The course covers the principles of managing people, leading teams, and making decisions at work. It's built around the CMI Level 3 management and leadership qualification, which carries real weight with employers when you're moving into or progressing within a supervisory role.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in planning and organising work for a team.
You'll learn how to manage performance and support team members.
You'll explore communication techniques for leading people effectively.
You'll understand how to set objectives and monitor progress.
You'll build knowledge of workplace legislation and responsibilities.
You'll learn how to manage resources, including budgets and time.
You'll study approaches to problem-solving and decision-making at a supervisory level.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Bedford College Dunstable Campus. Assessment for the CMI Diploma is typically through written assignments and work-based tasks that demonstrate your understanding of management principles. You'll build a portfolio of evidence over the year. There are no formal written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College Dunstable Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Team Leader: supervise and coordinate a small team day-to-day.
Supervisor: oversee staff performance and workflow in any sector.
Section Manager: manage a department or operational area.
Office Manager: run administrative functions and lead support staff.
Operations Coordinator: plan and monitor business processes.
Shift Manager: lead teams across shift patterns in retail, logistics, or hospitality.
What you could study next
CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership: the natural next step if you want to move into middle management or senior supervisory roles.
Level 5 Operations or Departmental Manager Apprenticeship: combines work-based learning with a formal qualification for those already in a management role.
CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice: worth considering if your management focus is on HR and people development.
