Level 5 Management and Leadership Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs for 7 weeks, making it manageable alongside work or other commitments. You'll develop the skills that middle managers and aspiring senior managers need: decision-making, people management, resource management, and recruitment. Entry requires a Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject or substantial management experience. This is a CMI-awarded management and leadership qualification that carries real weight with employers. CMI Level 5 Award in Management and Leadership with certificate.
Who this course is for
This qualification is for managers who are keen to develop their role and associated skills. It aims to develop personal management capabilities, improve decision-making operational leadership and people management. Designed for middle managers as well as those aspiring to senior management, the qualification develops key skills such as managing resources, recruitment and information management. You will develop all the competencies you need to be an effective middle manager. A Diploma in Management and Leadership is the benchmark qualification for full Chartered Management Institute (CMI) membership, taking you another step towards Chartered Manager status.
Entry requirements
Entry onto this programme will depend upon your previous experience, qualifications and whether or not you are currently working in a management position. You will need either a Level 3 qualification in an appropriate discipline or substantial relevant work / voluntary experience to be accepted for this course.
What you will learn
You'll develop personal management capabilities to lead more effectively at a senior level.
You'll strengthen your decision-making skills in operational and strategic contexts.
You'll build your approach to people management, including motivation and performance.
You'll learn how to manage resources efficiently within an organisation.
You'll cover recruitment processes and how to select the right people for your team.
You'll improve how you handle and use information to support management decisions.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered face-to-face at Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus. Assessment is based on written assignments and work-based tasks that relate directly to your management role. You'll apply what you learn to real situations in your workplace, which means your study and your job reinforce each other throughout the 7 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Operations manager: overseeing day-to-day business functions and teams
Department manager: leading a specific function such as HR, finance, or logistics
Team leader or senior team leader: managing staff performance and output
Project manager: planning and delivering projects within budget and timescale
Service manager: running a service area in public sector or healthcare
Business development manager: growing revenue and managing client relationships
What you could study next
CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership: a fuller qualification at the same level, covering more units and suited to those wanting a comprehensive management credential.
CMI Level 7 Award or Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership: the next step for those moving toward senior or executive roles, recognised by employers at director level.
