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CMI
The only chartered body for managers and leaders
The UK’s only chartered professional body dedicated to management and leadership.
200,000+
Members and students
Royal Charter
Chartered body
Chartered Manager
Highest UK management accolade
Founded
1947 (Royal Charter 2002)
Regulator
Ofqual-regulated; Chartered by Royal Charter
Mission
Creating better managers and leaders for a better economy
Official website
managers.org.ukAbout CMI
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is the only chartered professional body in the UK dedicated to management and leadership. Established by Royal Charter, CMI sets the professional standard for managers and leaders across every sector. learndirect delivers CMI Level 3, Level 5, and Level 7 diplomas in management, leadership, coaching, and mentoring — qualifications that count toward Chartered Manager status, the highest accolade for managers in the UK.
Visit the official CMI website
managers.org.uk
4 Courses Available
CMI-accredited courses at learndirect
Every course below is delivered fully online and accredited by CMI.
CMI Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership Level 3 (RQF)
Achieve the CMI Level 3 Management Diploma online and build the practical leadership skills employers value.
View course →CMI Level 7 Diploma in Leadership Coaching and Mentoring (RQF)
Achieve the CMI Level 7 Diploma in Leadership Coaching & Mentoring and become a strategic-level coach.
View course →CMI Level 5 Diploma in Professional Coaching Practice (RQF)
Earn the CMI Level 5 Coaching Diploma online. Develop professional coaching skills with a recognised Level 5 RQF award.
View course →CMI Certificate in Principles of Management and Leadership Level 3 (RQF)
Earn the CMI Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Management – the benchmark qualification for first-line managers.
View course →Recognised and regulated
CMI qualifications are held to the highest national standards. You can verify CMIdirectly on the official Ofqual register, or on the awarding body’s own website.
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