CMI Level 5 Diploma

Management & Leadership

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Why is this course right for you?

Ready to step up as a leader and take your management career to the next level? The 100% online CMI Level 5 Diploma is a comprehensive qualification designed to give you the skills, confidence, and expertise to manage teams effectively and make a real impact.

Highly respected across industries, this CMI-accredited diploma offers you a broader, in-depth learning experience compared to the shorter Certificate – ideal if you’re serious about advancing in leadership roles.

The CMI Level 5 Diploma is perfect if you’re looking to:

  • Gain the knowledge and skills to excel as a mid-level manager 
  • Learn practical management techniques for long-lasting results in real-world settings 
  • Develop the core skills you need for recruitment, resources and information management 
  • Showcase your credibility and boost your salary potential 
  • Work towards becoming a Chartered Manager 

Take the next step towards a rewarding career in management – the no-nonsense way! 

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CMI Level 5 Diploma Course Details

While this course is best for current or aspiring middle managers, there are currently no entry requirements for the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership Practice.

As long as you have good literacy and numeracy skills, and you're over 18, you're good to go! 

The CMI Level 5 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership Practice offers you the strategic expertise and leadership skills required to lead teams and drive success in mid-level management roles. 

You’ll tailor your learning by selecting modules that add up to 37 credits, covering key areas such as:

  • Principles of Management and Leadership in an Organisational Context (7 credits)
  • Principles of Developing, Managing and Leading Individuals and Teams to Achieve Success (6 credits)
  • Managing Performance (5 credits)
  • Managing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (5 credits)
  • Principles of Delivering Coaching and Mentoring (5 credits)
  • Managing Projects to Achieve Results (6 credits)
  • Managing Change (4 credits)
  • Using Data and Information for Decision Making (5 credits)
  • Using Reflective Practice to Inform Personal and Professional Development (5 credits)

Looking for more details? Download our CMI Level 5 Diploma course guide!

All of your CMI assessments are completely online.

For each unit you study, you'll complete a written assessment of 3,000+ words. 

We find it takes most students roughly 6 to 12 months to complete the CMI Level 5 Certificate, however, your completion time will depend on how much time you can dedicate to your studies. 

This is why we offer a generous support period of 18 months so you have plenty of time and flexibility to complete your course in between work and other life commitments. 

We’re committed to keeping our courses as accessible as possible, with flexible, interest-free* payment plans to help make studying manageable.

Enrol online today or contact our course advisors to chat through deposit options and monthly payments. You can also check out our budget calculator to see what works for you! 

CMI Career Options

£65,000+

Senior-level management salary

£45,000+

Mid-level management salary

£29,000+

Entry-level management salary

Typical roles with a CMI Level 5 Diploma  

Operations Manager 

Divisional Manager 

Chief Supervisor 

Departmental Manager 

Regional Manager 

Division Manager

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CMI Level 5 Diploma FAQs

The CMI Level 5 Diploma is right for you if:

  • You're already working in a middle management role
  • You want to progress your management career and work towards becoming a Chartered Manager 
  • You want to develop the specialist skills to lead individuals and complex teams

The CMI Level 5 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership Practice will develop and refine your leadership and management skills. You'll gain the expertise you need to manage challenging situations at work and thrive in mid-level management roles. 

Want to make sure this course is also right for your wallet? Check out our budget calculator

While the CMI Level 5 Diploma is best for current or aspiring middle managers, there are no entry requirements.

As long as you have good literacy and numeracy skills, and you're over 18, you're good to go! 

Yes, you can! DPG is an online learning provider, which means that we offer you the option to study our CMI management courses 100% online. 

Online learning with us is a flexible way to earn your CMI qualification, allowing you to work through course materials at your own pace and on your own schedule. With everything available on our virtual learning platform, mystudyspace, you’ll have the tools, resources and expert tutor support to help you reach your career goals.

No matter your commitments – whether it’s a full-time job, caring responsibilities, or other priorities – we give you the flexibility to control how and when you study. That's the DPG Difference. 

For more info, give us a ring or shoot us an email.

Our 100% online CMI courses are designed for ultimate flexibility, allowing you the convenience to study whenever and wherever suits you. With 24/7 access to all your course materials, it’s easy to fit learning around your schedule.

That's The DPG Difference. 

We find it takes most students around 6 to 12 months to complete this CMI Level 5 qualification. 

However, everyone is different, so bear in mind this might change depending on your circumstances and how much time you have to study each week.

When you enrol on the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership Practice you'll pick modules to study, from a range of options, totalling 37 credits:

  • Principles of Management and Leadership in an Organisational Context (7 credits)
  • Principles of Developing, Managing and Leading Individuals and Teams to Achieve Success (6 credits)
  • Managing Performance (5 credits)
  • Managing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (5 credits)
  • Principles of Delivering Coaching and Mentoring (5 credits)
  • Managing Projects to Achieve Results (6 credits)
  • Managing Change (4 credits)
  • Using Data and Information for Decision Making (5 credits)
  • Using Reflective Practice to Inform Personal and Professional Development (5 credits)

For more details on what you’ll learn on this course, download our CMI Level 5 Diploma course guide.

For each CMI unit, you'll complete an assessment of 3,000+ words to complete your course. 

The CMI Level 5 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership Practice is a powerful addition to your CV, showcasing your ability to lead effectively and excel in management roles.

Globally recognised by employers, CMI qualifications open doors to exciting career opportunities and help you stand out when applying for your ideal mid-level management position.

Throughout this course, you’ll build the strategic leadership skills you need to thrive in today’s evolving world of work. You'll focus on enhancing the core strategic leadership skills required to draw the best out of the teams and individuals that you manage, enabling you to deliver long-lasting results. 

After completing the CMI Level 5 course, you’ll be ready to step into or excel in mid-level management roles. You can even upgrade your career with a CMI Level 7 Certificate or Diploma.

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

If you’re paying for your course yourself, you can spread the cost over up to 18 months, and you won’t pay any extra – all our payment plans are totally 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 put together a business case showing the benefits of studying CMI.

Give us a ring on 0330 660 0220 to find out more.

At DPG, we’re proud to have supported over 25,000 individuals in achieving their career goals, with 96% saying they’d choose our services again.

With more than 30 years of experience in helping professionals develop their skills, we offer dedicated tutor support across all our CMI courses. Plus, you’ll have 24/7 access to your online learning materials, giving you the flexibility to study from anywhere, whenever is convenient for you.

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