Chartered Management Institute · RQF Level 5
CMI Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership
You don’t just earn this. You learn to use it, one-to-one, on your own real work.
- LevelRQF Level 5
- Total credits53
- Guided learning237 hours
- Units in this qualification48
Awarded by Chartered Management Institute · on the Ofqual register
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What each unit actually teaches you to do
The CMI Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership is designed for middle managers to develop their leadership and management skills to lead and manage individuals and teams effectively. This qualification includes mandatory and optional units covering a range of management and leadership disciplines.
These are the units Chartered Management Institute registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.
Conduct quality auditsReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles underpinning the management of quality within an organisation
- Understand the purpose and scope of quality audits
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of auditors and auditees
- Prepare to carry out quality audits by gathering relevant documentation and information
- Develop an audit plan and schedule
- Conduct quality audits in a professional and objective manner
- Gather evidence and document findings accurately
- Communicate audit results effectively to relevant stakeholders
Contribute to the design and development of an information systemReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand information system design requirements, including user needs, functional specifications, and technical constraints.
- Contribute to the specification of an information system, providing input on features, functionality, and usability.
- Recommend options for the development of an information system, considering factors such as cost, scalability, and security.
Contribute to the design and development of an information systemReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand information system design requirements
Contribute to the development of a strategic planReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles of strategic planning and its importance to organisational success
- Analyse the internal and external factors that can affect the development and implementation of strategic plans
- Make a valuable contribution to the development of a strategic plan, working effectively with colleagues and stakeholders
Contribute to the development of a strategic planReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of strategic planning
Design business processesReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the various techniques and tools that can be used to support the design of effective business processes.
- Develop new business processes or improve existing ones, taking into account organisational needs and objectives.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of business processes, measuring their performance against key performance indicators and identifying areas for optimisation.
Design business processesReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand techniques and tools that support the design of business processes
Develop and implement an operational planReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles that underpin effective operational planning within an organisation
- Develop a comprehensive operational plan that aligns with the organisation's strategic objectives
- Implement an operational plan, ensuring resources are effectively allocated and activities are coordinated
- Evaluate the effectiveness of an operational plan against pre-defined key performance indicators and organisational goals
Develop and maintain professional networksReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of effective networking, including building rapport, establishing trust, and maintaining relationships.
- Identify professional networks for development that align with career goals and organisational objectives.
- Maintain professional networks through regular communication, active participation, and mutual support.
Develop and manage collaborative relationships with other organisationsReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of effective collaboration
Develop and manage collaborative relationships with other organisationsReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of effective collaboration with other organisations, including benefits and potential challenges
- Identify external collaborative relationships to be developed in line with organisational objectives
- Collaborate with other organisations to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes
Develop working relationships with stakeholdersReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of effective working relationships with stakeholders in achieving organisational goals
- Determine the scope for collaboration with stakeholders, identifying mutual benefits and opportunities
- Develop productive working relationships with stakeholders, based on trust, communication, and respect
- Evaluate relationships with stakeholders, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring ongoing value
Developing sales proposalsReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to write clear, concise, and persuasive sales proposals that meet the needs of potential clients
- Develop compelling sales proposals that effectively communicate the value proposition of a product or service
- Evaluate the effectiveness of a sales proposal in terms of its clarity, persuasiveness, and potential to secure a sale
Discipline and grievance managementReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles supporting the fair and consistent management of discipline and grievance cases
- Manage a disciplinary case, following organisational procedures and legal requirements
- Manage a grievance, addressing concerns and seeking resolution
Encourage learning and developmentReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of learning and development, including different learning styles, theories, and best practices.
- Support individuals' learning and development by providing guidance, resources, and opportunities for growth.
- Evaluate individuals’ learning and development to measure progress, identify areas for improvement, and ensure effectiveness.
Establish business risk management processesReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand various business risk management models and techniques, and their application in different contexts
- Develop business risk management processes to identify, assess and mitigate potential risks
- Evaluate the effectiveness of business risk management processes in protecting organisational assets and achieving objectives
Lead the development of a continuous improvement strategyReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles underpinning the development of a robust continuous improvement strategy.
- Develop a continuous improvement strategy that is aligned with the organisation's strategic goals and objectives.
- Manage continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring that they are effectively implemented and monitored to achieve desired outcomes.
Lead the development of a knowledge management strategyReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles underpinning effective knowledge management within an organisation.
- Develop a comprehensive knowledge management strategy that aligns with the organisation's overall strategic objectives.
- Manage knowledge effectively, ensuring that it is captured, stored, shared, and utilised appropriately.
- Promote knowledge management throughout the organisation, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.
Lead the development of a quality strategyReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles that underpin the development of a robust quality strategy.
- Develop a comprehensive quality strategy that aligns with the organisation's overall business objectives and customer expectations.
- Manage quality processes and systems to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality products and services.
Manage Health and Safety in own area of responsibilityReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the legal responsibilities and liabilities of employers and employees in relation to health and safety legislation
- Understand the key provisions of relevant health and safety regulations and standards
- Understand how to assess health and safety risks in own area of responsibility
- Understand how to monitor health and safety risks in own area of responsibility
- Understand how to minimise health and safety risks in own area of responsibility
- Review health and safety policy in own area of responsibility to ensure it is up-to-date and effective
- Communicate health and safety policy effectively to all relevant stakeholders in own area of responsibility
- Monitor health and safety performance in own area of responsibility and identify areas for improvement
Manage Health and Safety in own area of responsibilityReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand responsibilities and liabilities in relation to health and safety legislation
Manage a budgetReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to identify the financial requirements of a specific project or department within an organisation
- Understand how to set realistic and achievable budgets, taking into account potential risks and opportunities
- Manage a budget effectively, monitoring expenditure and ensuring adherence to financial guidelines
- Evaluate the use of a budget, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions to improve financial performance
Manage a projectReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the management of a project, including project lifecycles, roles and responsibilities, and risk management
- Plan a project, including defining project scope, setting objectives, developing a project schedule, and allocating resources
- Manage a project, including monitoring progress, managing risks, resolving issues, and communicating with stakeholders
- Evaluate the effectiveness of a project in terms of achieving its objectives, meeting stakeholder expectations, and delivering benefits
Manage a tendering processReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Develop a tender specification that clearly outlines the requirements and expectations for potential bidders.
- Manage a tendering exercise, ensuring fairness, transparency, and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Negotiate the award of contracts, securing the best value and terms for the organisation.
Manage business riskReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the key principles of business risk management and its importance to organisational resilience
- Address identified business risks through appropriate strategies and actions
- Mitigate business risks by implementing effective control measures and contingency plans
Manage customer service operationsReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the management of customer service operations, including resource allocation, process optimisation, and performance monitoring
- Plan customer service operations, including setting objectives, defining service standards, and developing operational procedures
- Manage customer service operations, including supervising staff, resolving issues, and ensuring service delivery meets required standards
- Prepare staff for the delivery of customer service, including providing training, coaching, and performance feedback
- Measure customer service performance against set targets and benchmarks, and identify areas for improvement
Manage eventsReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the management of an event
Manage eventsReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the key principles of event management, including planning, budgeting, and logistics
- Manage the planning phase of an event, ensuring all aspects are considered and addressed
- Manage an event effectively, ensuring smooth operation and positive outcomes
- Follow up after an event, evaluating its success and identifying areas for improvement
Manage information systemsReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the management of information systems
Manage information systemsReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the key principles of managing information systems within an organisation
- Understand the different types of information systems and their applications
- Understand the importance of data security and integrity in information systems
- Set up processes for the effective management of information systems
- Implement procedures for data collection, storage, and retrieval
- Manage an information system to meet organisational needs
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of an information system
- Identify and address any issues or risks associated with the information system
Manage knowledge in an organisationReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles of knowledge management and its importance to organisations
- Understand different knowledge management strategies and techniques
- Understand the role of technology in knowledge management
- Identify the types of knowledge that need to be managed within an organisation
- Assess the value and relevance of different knowledge assets
- Manage knowledge effectively within an organisation
- Implement processes for knowledge capture, sharing, and dissemination
- Evaluate the effectiveness of knowledge management initiatives
Manage physical resourcesReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the need for physical resources required to support specific business operations or projects
- Obtain physical resources through appropriate procurement processes, ensuring value for money and compliance with organisational policies
- Manage the use of physical resources effectively, ensuring they are maintained, utilised efficiently, and disposed of responsibly
Manage product and/or service developmentReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the development of new or improved products and services
Manage product and/or service developmentReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the processes involved in the development of new or improved products and/or services
- Establish the need for new or improved products and/or services through market research and analysis
- Manage the development of new or improved products and/or services, from concept to launch
Manage redundancy and redeploymentReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the key principles of managing redundancy within an organisation
- Understand the legal and ethical requirements relating to redundancy
- Understand the principles and processes involved in redeployment
- Manage a redundancy process in line with organisational policy and legal requirements
- Manage the redeployment of staff, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining morale
Manage strategic changeReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of change management and the importance of evaluating the impact of change initiatives on an organisation
- Plan for strategic change, considering the potential challenges and opportunities associated with the change process
- Manage strategic change effectively, ensuring that stakeholders are engaged and the change is implemented smoothly
- Evaluate strategic change initiatives, assessing their impact on organisational performance and identifying areas for improvement
Manage strategic changeReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the management and evaluation of change
Manage strategic marketing activitiesReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of strategic management in relation to marketing activities within an organisation
- Evaluate a market, considering factors such as size, trends, and competitive landscape
- Develop a comprehensive marketing communications strategy and plan, aligned with organisational objectives
- Manage strategic marketing activities, including implementation, monitoring, and evaluation
Manage strategic marketing activitiesReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand strategic management of marketing activities
Manage the impact of work activities on the environmentReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to support environmentally-friendly working practices within the organisation.
- Organise work activities to minimise the impact on the environment, considering factors such as waste reduction, energy conservation, and pollution prevention.
- Manage the environmental impact of the use of resources, promoting sustainable consumption and responsible disposal.
Optimise the use of technologyReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the core principles that underpin the optimisation of technology within an organisation.
- Scope the potential use of technology to address specific business challenges and opportunities.
- Optimise the use of technological solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, and overall business performance.
- Manage the implementation and ongoing use of technology, ensuring it aligns with the organisation's strategic objectives and delivers tangible benefits.
Optimise the use of technologyReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand principles underpinning the optimisation of technology
Prepare for and support quality auditsReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles underpinning the management of quality within an organisation
- Understand the purpose and scope of quality audits
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of auditors and auditees
- Prepare for quality audits by gathering relevant documentation and information
- Develop an audit plan and schedule
- Support quality audits by providing information and assistance to auditors
- Address any issues or concerns raised during the audit process
- Implement corrective actions based on audit findings
Prioritising information for sales planningReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand sources and types of information that support sales, including market research, competitor analysis, and customer data
- Understand internal information that supports sales, including sales performance data, customer relationship management (CRM) data, and marketing campaign results
- Carry out a business audit of the internal and external sales environment, identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT analysis)
- Use sales information to support the sales planning function, including setting sales targets, developing sales strategies, and allocating resources
Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusionReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles underpinning equality, diversity and inclusion in the workforce, including relevant legislation and best practice
- Evaluate organisational strategies, policies and practices which address equality, diversity and inclusion requirements, identifying areas for improvement
- Promote equality, diversity and inclusion policies and practices within an organisation
Provide leadership and managementReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles supporting leadership and management, including motivation, communication, delegation, and conflict resolution
- Engage and inspire stakeholders and colleagues through effective communication, collaboration, and relationship building
- Deliver results by setting clear objectives, managing performance, and providing support and guidance to team members
Recruitment, selection and induction practiceReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and theories underpinning effective recruitment, selection, and induction practices
- Recruit people into an organisation, attracting suitable candidates and promoting the organisation's values
- Select appropriate people for a role, using fair and objective assessment methods
- Induct new employees into an organisation, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and skills to succeed
Review the quality of customer serviceReal unit · Chartered Management Institute
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to review the quality of customer service in relation to organisational objectives and customer expectations
- Plan the measurement of customer service, including identifying appropriate metrics and data collection methods
- Evaluate the quality of customer service based on collected data and feedback, and identify areas for improvement
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- Assist in Communicating IT Business Process Design
- Build and Sustain Collaborative Relationships with Other Organisations
- Business Management
- Business Process Design and Improvement
- Carry out and participate in quality audits
- Change Job Roles and Handle Redundancy
Where this can lead
Quality Audit Manager
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Skills it covers
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How you’ll actually learn this
One-to-one, on your own real work
A qualification is usually something done to you: sit the class, sit the exam, hope it sticks. Here it’s the opposite. You learn it one-to-one with a companion, on your own real work, and you keep going until you can use it, not just recall it.
Applied to your work in any of these jobs
Learners will develop the ability to conduct quality audits by understanding quality management principles and audit procedures. The unit covers planning, executing, and documenting audits to support continuous improvement and compliance.
- Remember
- Understand
- Apply
- Analyse
- Evaluate
- Create
Built for CMI Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership
37 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by Chartered Management Institute.
- Conduct quality audits
- Contribute to the design and development of an information system
- Contribute to the development of a strategic plan
- Design business processes
- Develop and implement an operational plan
- Develop and maintain professional networks
and 31 more in the full unit list below.
One to one, not one to many
No two people run this the same way
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Why it sticks
Most courses stop at remembering
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- 3ApplyThe Coach
- 2UnderstandThe Connector
- 1RememberThe Builder
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Why the companion is worth £70 a month
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That is one-to-one on this qualification, every day, on the work you already do, for £70 a month. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it. Billed monthly, cancel any time and billing stops.
Earned on your own work, taught to the top.
Everything you just read, learned one-to-one on the job you already do. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it.
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