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

CostFREE
Duration8 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyChartered Management Institute
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About this course

Free Level 3 Principles of Management and Leadership Course. Study online. The course runs over 8 weeks and fits around your existing commitments, with a blend of self-paced online study and live virtual lessons. You'll cover the core skills needed to lead a team, manage workloads, and support performance at work. This is a CMI qualification, and the CMI name carries real weight with employers hiring for supervisory and management roles. Entry requires GCSE English Language at grade 4/C, or an equivalent such as Functional Skills Level 2.

Who this course is for

8-week, 12-week and 9-12 month courses available.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 Award will help you gain the essential skills and confidence to lead with purpose. Why choose this course? Flexible learning: Study from home with a blend of online modules and live virtual lessons. Start anytime: No fixed start date – begin your journey when it suits you. Professional recognition: Ideal for team leaders, project officers, or shift managers responsible for setting and monitoring objectives, guiding teams, and managing day-to-day operations. Pathway to Chartered Manager Status: Progress onto the Certificate and Diploma to earn Foundation Chartered Manager Status – a recognised stepping stone to becoming a fully Chartered Manager.

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 understand the role and responsibilities of a manager or team leader.
  • You'll learn how to organise work and manage team performance effectively.
  • You'll develop skills for communicating clearly with your team and wider organisation.
  • You'll explore approaches to motivating people and supporting their development.
  • You'll learn how to plan and prioritise tasks to meet objectives.
  • You'll understand how to handle challenges and make decisions in a management context.

How you will learn

You'll study through a blend of online self-paced modules and live virtual lessons. An assessor will support you throughout the qualification. Assessment is based on written assignments that draw on your workplace experience and the management principles you study. You do not need to attend a physical centre at any point.

What you will need to bring

West Notts College Derby Road Campus will confirm anything you need before you start. You'll need access to a device with internet, email, and word-processing software such as Microsoft Word. If you're not confident with these tools, the provider offers free short digital and IT courses to help you get ready.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Team Leader: supervise day-to-day work and support your team
  • Supervisor: oversee staff and coordinate tasks across a shift or department
  • Section Manager: manage a defined area or function within a business
  • Operations Coordinator: plan and organise workflows to keep things running
  • Office Manager: lead administrative teams and manage business operations
  • Project Coordinator: plan tasks, manage timelines, and support project delivery

What you could study next

  • CMI Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Management and Leadership: builds on this Award with broader coverage of management practice, suited to those taking on more responsibility.
  • CMI Level 5 Award, Certificate or Diploma in Management and Leadership: the next step for those moving into middle management or senior team leader roles.
  • ILM Level 3 or Level 5 qualifications: an alternative professional route recognised by employers in management and leadership.
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