CMI Level 5 Management and Leadership Course. Study online at your own pace over 12 months. This management and leadership qualification is awarded by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), a name that carries real weight with employers. You study through a blended learning model, combining online resources with written assignments. The course covers the skills and knowledge that practising and aspiring managers need to lead teams, manage performance, and drive results. It suits people who need flexibility around work or other commitments.
Who this course is for
Over 19
What you will learn
You'll develop strategies for leading and managing teams effectively.
You'll learn how to manage performance and support people development.
You'll build knowledge of organisational change and how to manage it.
You'll explore financial management principles relevant to managers.
You'll develop skills in planning, decision-making, and problem-solving at a management level.
You'll learn how to communicate and influence stakeholders across an organisation.
You'll understand how to build and sustain a positive workplace culture.
How you will learn
You learn through a blended model of online study and written assignments. CMI provides access to over 100,000 management and leadership resources, digital career tools, and webinar-based events. You submit assignments that are assessed against CMI standards. You also get support from a sector specialist throughout the programme.
What you will need to bring
B-Skill will confirm anything you need before you start. You will need reliable internet access and a device to study online and submit assignments.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Operations manager. Lead day-to-day business operations across a team or division.
Department manager. Manage staff, budgets, and performance within a department.
Team leader or senior team leader. Step up to managing larger or more complex teams.
Project manager. Plan and deliver projects across a business or organisation.
HR manager. Oversee people management, recruitment, and staff development.
Business development manager. Drive growth and manage strategic partnerships.
Regional manager. Oversee multiple sites or teams across a geographic area.
What you could study next
CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership. The natural next step if you want to move into senior or executive leadership roles.
Chartered Manager status (CMgr). Awarded by CMI to recognise professional management practice. You can apply once you hold a CMI qualification and have relevant experience.
MBA (Master of Business Administration). A postgraduate route for those aiming at director or C-suite level roles. Many universities recognise CMI Level 5 as preparation for MBA entry.
