CMI Management & Leadership

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is the leading professional body for management and leadership in the UK. For 75 years, they've provided globally recognised professional training and certifications to help current and aspiring managers gain the leadership skills they need to succeed in their careers.

With a focus on practical leadership, professional development, and industry-recognised accreditation, studying a CMI qualification demonstrates strong leadership capabilities, boosting your career prospects and business savvy.

Plus, CMI is the only organisation that can award Chartered Manager status – the highest industry award for managers and leaders. 

A Chartered Manager (CMgr) is the gold standard of leadership excellence, proving you have the skills, experience, and impact to drive real business success.

If you're a data-driven, high-performance leader who delivers results, CMgr status gives you the professional recognition you deserve!

If you're wondering whether a CMI qualification is worth it, the short answer is: absolutely!

Employers around the world highly value CMI because it proves you have the leadership, management, and strategic thinking skills needed to thrive in today’s workplace.

Whether you’re aiming for a promotion, career change, or leadership role, a CMI qualification can open doors to exciting new opportunities!

Thinking about developing your management career? Download your free CMI course guide to find out how. 

We know everyone learns at their own pace, so you get flexible time to complete your course—no pressure! On average, though:

• The CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management & Leadership takes around 3 to 6 months to complete.
• The CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership takes around 6 to 12 months.
• The CMI Level 7 Certificate in Management & Leadership takes around 4 to 6 months.
• The CMI Level 7 Diploma in Management & Leadership takes around 8 to 12 months. 

At DPG, we pride ourselves on helping you get qualified without breaking the bank.

If you’re paying for your course yourself, you can spread the cost over time, and you won’t pay any extra – all our payment plans are completely interest-free*.

They also come with low deposits, making it easy and affordable to get ahead in your career.

If your employer is paying for your course (or if you’d like them to!), our advisors can help you write a business case showcasing the benefits of studying with us.

Yes! All of our CMI qualifications are delivered 100% online, giving you the freedom and flexibility to study anytime, from any device. Whether you're balancing work, family, or just a busy social life, you can fit your learning around your schedule and progress at your own pace.

With engaging online resources, expert support, and a structured learning path, you'll have everything you need to achieve your qualification with confidence – without putting your life on hold!

We pride ourselves on bringing you phenomenal support before, during, and after your programme.

Once you’ve enrolled, you’ll have 24/7 access to our online learning platform and will be assigned a tutor whose job is to make sure you’re successful in gaining your qualification.

At DPG, we’re proud to have supported over 25,000 individuals in achieving their career goals, with 96% saying they’d study with us again! 

With more than 30 years of experience in helping professionals develop their strategic HR skills, we offer dedicated tutor support across all our CMI courses.

And the best part? You'll have 24/7 access to your online learning materials, so you can study from anywhere, on any device!