CMI Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Management and Leadership

Introduction

Virtual and Face to Face delivery options available

The CMI Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Leadership & Management is designed to provide aspiring and new managers with the key skills and knowledge necessary for effective leadership and management. This qualification is ideal for those who want to gain solid foundation in leadership principles and enhance their managerial capabilities.

who is it for?

Aspiring Managers: Individuals looking to step into a management role
New Managers: Managers in their early career stages seeking formal training
Team Leaders: Those responsible for leading teams and seekingto improve their leadership skills

To achieve this certificate, delegates will undertake the following units:

301 – Principles of Management & Leadership
302 – Managing a Team to achieve results

Learners will gain access to Management Direct, a comprehensive online library of resources that address current management practices and supports those studying management and looking to develop their skills.

Course code

CCML

Location

Dumfries and Stranraer Campus

Duration

Guided Learning Hours (GLH)
Unit 301 – 33hrs
Unit 302 – 23 hours

Delegates will be have approximately 3 months per unit for completion. Each unit will have an introductory session, 1 day (or equivalent) workshop and tutor sessions for support/guidance, marking and feedback.

Price

£760.00

Availability

Location: Dumfries
Introductory Session via MS Teams – 22 Aug 2024 10:00
Unit 301- Principles of Management & Leadership (Face to Face workshop) – 29 Aug 2024 09:00
Unit 302 – Managing Team to Achieve Results (Face to Face Workshop) – 11 Nov 2024 09:00

Location: Online
Introductory Session via MS Teams – 27 Aug 2024 10:00
Unit 301- Principles of Management & Leadership (Virtual Workshop 1 ) – 28 Aug 2024 10:00
Unit 301- Principles of Management & Leadership (Virtual Workshop 2) – 04 Sep 2024 10:00
Unit 302 – Managing Team to Achieve Results (Virtual Workshop 1) – 27 Nov 2024 10:00
Unit 302 – Managing Team to Achieve Results (Virtual Workshop 2) – 04 Dec 2024 10:00

Entry Requirements

No formal qualifications are required to enroll in the CMI Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Leadership and Management. However, a good standard of literacy and numeracy is expected.
Ideally, you need to be working within an organisation or role where you can demonstrate skills and apply knowledge. Alternatively, you could draw on previous experience within an organisation.

Course Content

301 – Principles of Management & Leadership
This unit has been designed for learners who want to develop or sharpen their professional edge and enhance personal effectiveness. The unit focuses on the ways organisations operate, the application of management and leadership approaches and how these can positively impact on own role, lead improved performance and support teams, colleagues and customers. The aim of this unit is to introduce the foundations for managers, which will be developed throughout all level 3 units.

302 – Managing a Team to achieve results
The ability to manage teams, which are able to communicate effectively and overcome barriers to achievement, is a critical skill for any manager. High performing cohesive teams are created in an environment where there is a collective understanding of values, goals and objectives. This unit has been developed to support managers in understanding the nature of teams in the workplace, and how these can be managed to achieve results.

Assessments

Assessment for each unit is based on written assignments, reflecting on practical work-based scenarios to ensure learning is applied effectively. There are no exams, making it a manageable way to gain a qualification while working.

Progression

CMI Level 3 Diploma in Management & Leadership
CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management & Leadership
CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership
CMI Level 7 Strategic Management & Leadership Practice

Additional funding information

No One Left Behind Training Allowance
Dumfries and Galloway Local Employability partnership (Funded by the Scottish Government) are proud to be working in partnership with DG College to offer eligible individuals funding to learn new, work-related skills and training.

You can use the money to build the skills you need for a job or get some training to take your career to the next level.

And because it’s not a loan, you don’t have to pay it back.

Check if you are eligible then follow the registration process.

Are you eligible?

You must meet all of the following criteria

16 years of age or older
Resident in Dumfries and Galloway
Have the right to work and live in the UK.
Unemployed and looking to get back into work OR in employment and claiming an income-based benefit (i.e Universal Credit)

AND at least one of the following characteristics: (hyperlink to the definitions)

Parents with a child under the age of 19 (still registered in full time education)
Armed Forces Veteran
Asylum Seeker
Care Experienced
Caring responsibilities
Childcare needs
Criminal Convictions
Homeless or affected by housing inclusion.
Long Term health condition/ illness
No Limited work experience.
Refugee
Substance related conditions
Lack of Transport

If you meet the criteria, you could receive the full cost of your course fee.

Apply for your No One Left Behind Grant

To access support with the fees you must register with DG Works. Just follow the link or use the QR code. If you are already registered, please contact your Employment Key Worker for next steps.

Once you have completed the registration form and your eligibility has been checked someone from DG Works (part of Dumfries and Galloway Council) will contact you to ask you to provide the following evidence: