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The CMI Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Management and Leadership is designed for practising or aspiring junior-level managers and supervisors responsible for first-level management. The CMI Level 3 Principles of Management and Leadership course enhances the skills of junior managers and supervisors in effective decision-making, communication and motivating the employees to attain maximum productivity and achieve clearly defined outcomes.
The CMI Level 3 Certificate is a shorter course than the Diploma, providing you with complete professionalism to become an efficient junior manager or supervisor.
This CMI Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Management and Leadership course will provide you with the key skills and competencies required to be a manager in an organisation.
You'll develop various management and supervisory techniques, enabling you to manage workplace problems with maximum competence.
You'll have a wide range of units to choose from, and depending on your career goals, you can select the modules that will be most effective for your progression.
Key Benefits
For Learners:
Support and monitor goals
Provide instructions around objectives
Give direction and guidance
Support day-to-day operations
Effective project planning
Providing an overview of the roles and responsibilities required for managers and developing the skills required to succeed
Foundation Chartered Manager offers professional recognition and access to the tools to facilitate continuing professional development (CPD) against our Professional Standard.
For Organisations:
Making sure teams can meet organisational objectives
Provides extensive knowledge and skills required to be a manager as part of an organisation
The capability to apply learning in the context of another organisation or industry sector
Key Highlights
Are you a practising or aspiring manager and want to supervise or manage a team to achieve clearly defined outcomes? Then, the CMI Level 3 qualification in Principles of Management and Leadership offered by the School of Business and Technology London is the ideal starting point for your career journey.
Remember! The assessment for the qualification is done based on assignments only, and you do not need to worry about writing any exam.
With the School of Business and Technology London, you can complete the qualification at your own pace, choosing online or blended learning from the comfort of your home.
Learning and pathway materials and study guides developed by our CMI-approved tutors will be available around the clock in our cutting-edge learning management system.
Most importantly, at the School of Business and Technology London, we will provide comprehensive tutor support through our dedicated support desk.
If you choose your course with blended learning, you will also enjoy live sessions with an assigned tutor, which you can book at your convenience.
Career Pathways
The CMI Level 3 Principles of Management and Leadership can open many career pathways including, but not limited to:
Team Leader, with an estimated average salary of £31,051 per annum
Supervisor, with an estimated average salary of £34,000 per annum
Shift Manager, with an estimated average salary of £36,216 per annum
Project Officer, with an estimated average salary of £37,451 per annum
About Awarding Body
Chartered Management Institute established over 60 years ago as the British Institute of Management back then; it has developed the UK's very first diploma in management studies. In the years that followed CMI has consistently been at the forefront of all aspects of management and leadership. Today CMI is the only chartered professional awarding body committed to offering the highest standards in management and leadership excellence. Presently over 100,000 managers use its unique services daily. CMI qualifications aim for managers and leaders at any level, and it remains the only Awarding Body which can award Chartered Manager status - the ultimate management accolade. Employers highly value the qualifications awarded by CMI, and boost your career prospects.
What is included?
Learn 100% online at your own pace
Dedicated support from expert tutors
Dedicated Support Desk Portal: You can raise queries, request tutor support and ask for a call back whenever you need guidance and assistance.
Elevate Knowledge: Your tutors will provide formative assessment feedback for each module, helping you improve your achievements throughout the program
Schedule online personal tutor meetings whenever you want, which will help you get the most out of your studies and provide guidance, support and encouragement
10 months support period
24-hour access to the online learning platform 'MyLearnDirect'
Schedule live online classes for each module at your convenience. (Blended learning only)
Quality learning resources and study guides developed by CMI-approved tutors.
All assessment materials are conveniently accessible through the online learning platform 'MyLearnDirect'
Induction: We offer online and flexible learning induction to help you settle in and prepare for your online studies
Get Foundation Chartered Manager status upon course completion
Access to CMI Management Direct. It has 100,000s of reliable and validated management and leadership resources, including company and industry reports, videos, checklists, E-books, and journals.
You have access to CMI Membership and Support for the duration of your study.
Assessment
For each module you study, you will complete a written assignment of 2000 to 2500 words and submit it online at your MyLearnDirect learning portal. The submitted assignments will be assessed by your CMI-approved tutor.
Entry Requirements
This course is designed for practising or aspiring junior-level managers and supervisors.
You don't need any formal qualifications to study this course. However, to be eligible for this course, you must:
Be 18 years of age and over
Possess the ability to complete the Level 3 course
Our friendly admissions advisors will provide the best advice, considering your needs and goals.
Progression
There are numerous progression opportunities will be available on successful completion of a Level 3 qualification in Principles of Management and Leadership,
Progression to other qualifications at the same level (e.g. from Level 3 Award to Level 3 Certificate etc.)
Progression to other qualifications at the next level (e.g. from Level 3 Certificate to Level 4 or 5 Certificate)
Why gain a CMI Qualification?
The CMI Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Management and Leadership is aimed at practising or aspiring managers who will supervise or manage a team to achieve clearly defined outcomes.
Upon completing the Certificate course in Principles of Management and Leadership, you will be awarded Foundation Chartered Manager Status.
Once you complete this course, you can progress to further learning within the suite of Level 3 Qualifications in Principles of Management and Leadership - i.e. achieving a Certificate and topping up to a Diploma.
You may also wish to further your ongoing personal and professional development by accessing other CMI courses, such as the CMI Level 5 in Management and Leadership, with the goal of becoming a Chartered Manager.
Studying for a CMI qualification offers you more than just academic standing. When you enrol with us for the CMI Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Management and Leadership, you will have access to CMI Membership and Support for the duration of your study alongside your qualification.
CMI graduates achieve remarkable things:
72% agree that their CMI qualification gave them a competitive edge in the job application process.
89% agree they use the skills learnt on their accredited qualification in their current role.
88% agree that the accredited qualification gave them good career prospects.
Recent CMI graduates earn a median of 28k compared to just 21k for a typical business studies graduate.
Employers highly value the qualifications awarded by CMI, and over 80% of managers agree that a CMI qualification is essential to becoming a professional manager.
Learners must complete any combination of units to a minimum of 130 TUT hours, 13 credits to achieve this
qualification.
Learners must request before enrolment to interchange unit(s) other than the preselected units shown in the SBTL website because we need to make sure the availability of learning materials for the requested unit(s). SBTL will reject an application if the learning materials for the requested interchange unit(s) are unavailable.
Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete.
UNIT1- Principles of management and leadership
Reference No : CMI 301
Credit : 7 || TQT : 70
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Understand how organisations operate.
2. Understand the management role
3. Understand the application of management and leadership approaches.
UNIT2- Developing the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of Individuals and Teams
Reference No : CMI 307
Credit : 4 || TQT : 40
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Know the purpose of developing the knowledge, skills and abilities of individuals and teams.
2. Know different types of development opportunities available to support individuals and teams.
3. Be able to identify and select development opportunities for individuals and teams.
UNIT3- Managing a Team to Achieve Results
Reference No : CMI 302
Credit : 6 || TQT : 60
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Understand the role and purpose of teams
2. Be able to recognise the characteristics of a high performing team.
3. Know how to lead, communicate with and motivate a high performing team.
UNIT4- Managing Individuals to be Effective in their Role
Reference No : CMI 303
Credit : 5 || TQT : 50
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Understand an individual's work role and responsibilities
2. Know how to set objectives with individuals.
3. Know how to support individuals to perform well
UNIT5- Principles of Communication in the Workplace
Reference No : CMI 304
Credit : 5 || TQT : 50
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Know the channels and types of communication used in the workplace.
2. Understand the communication cycle.
3. Be able to plan communication for a target audience.
UNIT6- Managing Budgets and Resources
Reference No : CMI 314
Credit : 5 || TQT : 50
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Understand the importance of managing resources in own area of responsibility.
2. Understand the use of budgets in an organisation.
3. Understand how to manage costs within a budget.
UNIT7- Managing Data and Information
Reference No : CMI 318
Credit : 5 || TQT : 50
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Understand the reasons for collecting data and information.
2. Know how to manage data and information.
3. Know how to interpret data and information and communicate findings.
UNIT8- Managing Meetings
Reference No : CMI 319
Credit : 4 || TQT : 40
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Understand the purposes and types of meetings.
2. Understand how to prepare for meetings.
3. Understand how to facilitate and chair meetings.
UNIT9- Managing Own Personal and Professional Development
Reference No : CMI 321
Credit : 5 || TQT : 50
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Understand the benefits of personal and professional development.
2. Know how to identify opportunities for personal and professional development.
3. Know how to create and monitor a personal and professional development plan.
UNIT10- Building Stakeholder Relationships Using Effective Communication
Reference No : CMI 305
Credit : 4 || TQT : 40
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Know the purpose of building stakeholder relationships
2. Understand different channels and types of communication used to build relationships with
stakeholders.
3. Know how to respond to barriers when communicating with stakeholders.
UNIT11- Managing Daily Activities to Achieve Results
Reference No : CMI 312
Credit : 4 || TQT : 40
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Understand the purpose of daily work activities in the context of an organisation.
2. Understand how to prioritise and set objectives for daily work activities.
3. Know how to organise and allocate work.
Delivery Methods
School of Business & Technology London provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners, including online learning and blended learning. Thus, learners can choose the mode of study as per their choice and convenience. The program is self-paced and accomplished through our cutting-edge Learning Management System. Learners can interact with tutors by messaging through the SBTL Support Desk Portal System to discuss the course materials, get guidance and assistance and request assessment feedbacks on assignments.
We at SBTL offer outstanding support and infrastructure for both online and blended learning. We indeed pursue an innovative learning approach where traditional regular classroom-based learning is replaced by web-based learning and incredibly high support level. Learners enrolled at SBTL are allocated a dedicated tutor, whether online or blended learning, who provide learners with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish.
The significant difference between blended learning and online learning methods at SBTL is the Block Delivery of Online Live Sessions. Learners enrolled at SBTL on blended learning are offered a block delivery of online live sessions, which can be booked in advance on their convenience at additional cost. These live sessions are relevant to the learners' program of study and aim to enhance the student's comprehension of research, methodology and other essential study skills. We try to make these live sessions as communicating as possible by providing interactive activities and presentations.
Resources and Support
School of Business & Technology London is dedicated to offering excellent support on every step of your learning journey. School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal. Our support team liaises with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receives a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and streamline all the support processes efficiently.
Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of the School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.
Management Direct
As part of the program, you will get access to CMI Management Direct, which provides a rich foundation of management and resource for students. The Management Direct is packed with content, including:
E-Books
Articles
Leader videos
Idea for leaders
Models and so much more...
How does the Online Learning work at SBTL? We at SBTL follow a unique approach which differentiates us from other institutions. Indeed, we have taken distance education to a new phase where the support level is incredibly high.Now a days, convenience, flexibility and user-friendliness outweigh demands. Today, the transition from traditional classroom-based learning to online platforms is a significant result of these specifications. In this context, a crucial role played by online learning by leveraging the opportunities for convenience and easier access. It benefits the people who want to enhance their career, life and education in parallel streams. SBTL's simplified online learning facilitates an individual to progress towards the accomplishment of higher career growth without stress and dilemmas. How will you study online? With the School of Business & Technology London, you can study wherever you are. You finish your program with the utmost flexibility. You will be provided with comprehensive tutor support online through SBTL Support Desk portal. How will I get tutor support online? School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal, through which our support team liaise with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receive a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and to streamline all the support process efficiently. Learners should expect to receive a response on queries like guidance and assistance within 1 - 2 working days. However, if the support request is for assessment feedback, learners will receive the reply with feedback as per the time frame outlined in the Assessment Feedback Policy.