Master operational strategy, resource management, and departmental leadership. Transform team leaders into strategic operations managers with a CMI Level 5 qualification.
Streamline processes, manage supply chains, optimise resources, and lead teams to deliver consistent results.
Manage budgets, forecasting, cost control, and P&L responsibility. Make data-driven financial decisions.
Master performance management, coaching, talent development, and employee engagement.
Lead cross-functional projects from scoping to delivery. Apply agile and waterfall methodologies.
Champion operational transformation with Lean, Six Sigma, and change management models.
Governance, compliance, strategic planning, and decision-making for department heads and area managers.
ST0385 Certificate
Nationally recognised Level 5 qualification in management and leadership. Demonstrates strategic operations competence.
Full Member Status
Full CMI member status. Access to resources, events, CPD tools, and the UK's largest management community.
CMgr MCMI
With 3+ years experience, graduates can apply for CMgr MCMI — the gold standard in UK management qualifications.
Building your management baseline: self-awareness, professional development, and operational fundamentals.
Strategic planning, P&L management, resource allocation, and departmental governance.
Cross-functional team leadership, change management, continuous improvement, and data-driven decisions.
Advanced operational strategy, workplace project, and consolidation of learning.
End-Point Assessment: professional discussion, workplace project presentation, and competency assessment.
CMI or ILM Level 5 Certificate in Management & Leadership, plus CMI Professional Membership and pathway to Chartered Manager status.
18 months on-programme plus 5 months End-Point Assessment. Structured for distinction-level outcomes.
100% funded through the Apprenticeship Levy. No cost to learner or employer.
Yes — the programme is sector-agnostic and applies to operations, finance, HR, projects, change management, and general management roles.
This is hands-on, workplace-applied learning with CMI accreditation. You lead real operational improvements while earning a nationally recognised qualification.
Transform team leaders into strategic operations managers with CMI Level 5.
