CMI Level 5 Apprenticeship in Management and Leadership

Providing a Clear Pathway for Managers Looking to Take the Next Step in Their Career.

There are certain skills a manager needs to possess to become a leader at their business. Our Level 5 CMI Operational Management & Leadership Programme can provide them with all the direction and guidance they need to make it happen.

What’s Covered in the Apprenticeship?

There are 5 core modules, each broken down over a 12 week period. The Apprenticeship is delivered remotely through our e-learning platform. Learners will also have access to your own tutor and a leadership & management expert who’ll support them through group and one-to-one sessions and regular reviews.

Managing People

Your staff may already be in a role that involves managing staff. However, to accelerate into a senior position at your business and become a leader, there are new skills they’ll need to develop. In this module, we’ll focus on areas such as developing staff and being able to recruit new team members effectively.

Self Management

Business leaders should know the best ways to manage themselves as well as the people around them. This module will cover areas such as effective time management, embracing new learning styles and also teaching your staff how to avoid time bandits and other types of distractions.

Building Relationships

Whether it’s developing strong bonds within a team or building a relationship with a key stakeholder, this skill is key for anyone looking to become a senior member of a team. Here, we’ll teach candidates how to deal with difficult situations, prevent conflict and become a solution finder within your business.

Financial & Budgetary Management

In this module, we’ll explore business finance terminology, and how financial and budgetary control is paramount in planning as well as monitoring and fulfilling operational and project strategies.

Operational Management

Are you looking to develop your staff into strategic thinkers? This module will teach them the key skills needed to take those next steps, covering areas such as strategic planning and building a contingency plan.

Download your copy of the Level 5 Marketing Manager Apprenticeship brochure to learn about the additional modules covered in the course.

A Few Points to Keep in Mind

Start Dates

Your staff can start all of our Apprenticeship straight away. They won’t need to worry about waiting around for the next enrolment date.

Apprenticeship Duration

24 months in total. We’ll cover each of our modules over a couple of months.

Access to Our Learning Platform

All learners will receive full access to our innovative learning platform and supplied with 100’s of additional courses — free of charge. This is a great chance to supercharge their learning.

One to One Consultancy

Our experts will support you throughout the Apprenticeship. Should you have a problem or need guidance in a particular area, our team will only be a quick email away.

A CMI Partner

The End Point Assessment organisation for the qualification is the Chartered Management Institute.

How Much Does the Apprenticeship Cost?

With the government funding 95% of the Apprenticeship, pricing starts at just £450 for non-levy paying employers.

Here’s a Little More About the End Point Assessment

CMI - END POINT ASSESSMENT ORGANISATION

Our Level 5 Operational Management Apprenticeship is assessed by the Chartered Management Institute, giving students and employers the reassurance that a world-renowned and recognised body stands behind the eventual gradings.

Are You Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career?

Speak to our friendly team today to learn more about the Apprenticeship, how it works and the benefits it can offer. Simply reach out below and we’ll be in touch shortly.

Although I am not far into the course, it has already taught me about myself. I’ve learnt so much more about self-awareness and communication that I didn’t realise about. It has made me reflect on me as a person. I didn’t know what to expect from the course initially and it’s given me time to reflect and understand how to change, adapt and be more effective as a Manager.

Maddie Butler

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