Free Level 5 Management and Leadership Course. Study online, at your own pace, over 12 months part-time. This CMI Diploma is built for practising or aspiring middle managers who need flexibility around work and other commitments. You can start at any time. The course covers leadership practice, organisational strategy, managing people, and decision-making at a middle-management level. Entry requires GCSE English Language at grade 4/C, or an equivalent such as Functional Skills Level 2. A pre-enrolment assessment is also part of the process.
Who this course is for
CMI training that fits your life - not the other way aroundWhether you’re balancing a full-time job, family commitments or worries about fees, we’re here to support you. Speak to us today and discover the flexible routes that can help you gain this qualification with confidence. Enquire now Or call 01623 900485 Start anytime | 12-months part-time online course Advance your leadership career with this flexible, high-impact qualification designed for practising or aspiring middle managers. Delivered entirely online with live virtual lessons, this Level 5 CMI Diploma allows you to study from home while gaining the skills and knowledge needed to drive organisational success. Who is it for? This course is ideal for operational, departmental, divisional, or specialist managers who report to senior leaders or business owners. You may already be leading teams, managing projects, or overseeing key areas of a business - and now you're ready to build your strategic capability and confidence. Course highlights Flexible study: 12-month part-time online format with live virtual lessons.
Entry requirements
GCSE English Language Grade 4/C plus successful completion of a pre-enrolment assessment (contact us for more information). Before you enrol, we recommend you talk to us so we can go through your experience and goals to make sure this is the right course for you. 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 your approach to leading and managing teams effectively.
You'll analyse organisational strategy and understand how to contribute to it.
You'll build skills in managing resources, budgets, and performance.
You'll explore how to manage change within a team or department.
You'll strengthen your decision-making and problem-solving at a management level.
You'll practise communicating with and influencing stakeholders.
You'll reflect on your own leadership style and how to develop it further.
How you will learn
The course is delivered fully online and runs over 12 months part-time. You study at your own pace, fitting learning around your schedule. Assessment is through written assignments and work-based tasks that relate to your own management role or experience. There are no exams. CMI assesses your work against the qualification standards, and you submit assignments throughout the year.
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
Middle manager, overseeing a team or department in any sector
Operations manager, managing day-to-day business functions
Team leader, stepping up to a more senior management role
Project manager, leading projects and coordinating people
Department manager, responsible for performance and strategy
Service manager, managing delivery in public or private services
Business development manager, driving growth and leading teams
What you could study next
CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership: the next step for senior managers moving into director or executive roles.
Chartered Manager status (CMgr): awarded by CMI to recognise professional management practice. This Level 5 Diploma is a direct route toward it.
MBA (Master of Business Administration): many universities recognise CMI Level 5 qualifications as credit toward postgraduate study.
