Summary

This qualification is aimed at practicing or aspiring managers who will supervise or mange a team to achieve clearly defined outcomes. They will set and monitor goals and objectives by providing instructions, direction and guidance. Day to day operational and project activities are a key part of their role. The certificate provides a broader knowledge of skills to help you be more effective in specific management areas, with increased focus on the areas that are most appropriate to your role and organisation. The two units of this course are; CMI 301 – Principles of Management and Leadership: Being equipped with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to manage and lead effectively are essential if an individual and their organisation are to succeed. This unit has been designed for learners who want to develop or sharpen their professional edge and enhance personal effectiveness. This unit focuses on the ways in which an organisation operates. The application of management and leadership approaches and how these can positively impact your ability to lead, improve performance and support your team, customers and colleagues. CMI 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.

What do I need to join?

You will need to have a good level of english and assignment writing. This qualification is aimed at practicing or aspiring managers who will supervise or mange a team to achieve clearly defined outcomes.

What can I do next?

On successful completion of a Level 3 Qualification in Principles of Management and Leadership, a number of progression opportunities become available. Progression routes include enhancement of your professional status, progress to other qualifications at the next level (e.g. from Level 3 Certificate to Level 4 or 5 Certificate) and options to apply to be a Chartered Manager. Learners who are aspiring to a management role may progress to roles such as team leader, supervisor, project officer, shift manager and foreperson.

Additional Information

The course provides a number of benefits for individuals including learning core leadership and management skills, improve your own/teams work performance and gain a nationally recognised qualification. This course also provides a number of benefits for employers including effective team leaders and motivated teams, increased productivity and customise their qualifications to suit organisational and individual needs. The colleges Money Management Service may be able to offer you a number of financial support options that often support fee costs but also travel and food costs while attending the course. If you wish to discuss your financial options you can contact the Money Management Service team on 01179092381 (Filton), 01453 761185 (Stroud) or [email protected] Alternatively, you can view the Money Management Service page on our website.