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Free Level 3 Management and Leadership Training Online – West Notts College Derby Road Campus

CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyChartered Management Institute
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About this course

Free Level 3 Management and Leadership Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around work and other commitments. This CMI Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership covers the core skills you need to lead a team, manage day-to-day operations, and handle workplace challenges with confidence. The course takes 12 months to complete. You'll need GCSE English Language at grade 4/C or an equivalent qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2.

Who this course is for

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.

Entry requirements

GCSE English Language Grade 4/C. If you haven't studied a traditional GCSE course, we accept alternative qualifications like Functional Skills and vocational courses.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in planning, organising, and prioritising work for yourself and your team.
  • You'll learn how to motivate and communicate effectively with people you manage.
  • You'll understand how to set objectives and monitor team performance.
  • You'll explore approaches to problem-solving and decision-making in a management context.
  • You'll build knowledge of managing resources, budgets, and operational processes.
  • You'll learn how to handle conflict and support the wellbeing of your team.
  • You'll understand your responsibilities as a manager within an organisation's structure.

How you will learn

You'll study online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is based on written assignments and work-based tasks that relate to your own management context. There are no formal exams. Your work is submitted online and assessed against CMI standards. West Notts College Derby Road Campus will support you throughout with tutor guidance.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. West Notts College Derby Road 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 your department.
  • Operations Manager: manage processes and resources across a business area.
  • Department Manager: lead a team and take responsibility for targets and output.
  • Project Coordinator: plan and deliver projects within a team or organisation.
  • Office Manager: run the day-to-day operations of a business or department.

What you could study next

A free management and leadership course at Level 3 is a strong foundation for further study. You could move on to a CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership, which is suited to middle-management roles. If you work in a people-focused role, a CIPD Level 3 or Level 5 qualification in People Management is another option. Both are recognised by employers across most sectors.

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