These qualifications are designed for Directors and Senior Managers who have the authority across organisational and personal inspiration to translate organisational strategy into effective performance. The qualifications require directors and senior managers to build on their skills in strategic direction and leadership and to focus on the requirements of inter-organisational strategy.
Equivalent to a Doctorate in Management, the Level 8 Strategic Management and Leadership course is aimed at Directors and Senior Managers who develop and implement ethical, performance-focused strategies across multiple organisations, lead by example to motivate teams, and set clear strategic direction.
CMI qualifications at RQF Level 8 demonstrate practice skills and competencies that are rated, in academic terms, as comparable to Doctoral Degrees and Vocational Qualifications at Level 8.
How Will I Benefit?
- The CMI Level 8 Strategic Management and Leadership will develop the advanced skills and knowledge that you need to lead transformational strategic change within your organisation(s), accelerating performance in multiple settings
- Apply the tools, models and theories directly to real-life work-based problems and see the benefits in your organisation
- This CMI distance learning course will demonstrate to current and prospective employers your capabilities, ambition and commitment to professional development
- Achieve the highest level of strategic learning, significantly improving your career prospects and earning power
Students can study at the Award, Certificate and Diploma Levels:
CMI Level 8 Award in Strategic Direction and Leadership
Learners need to complete any combination of units to a minimum of 10 credits. The minimum Total Qualification Time is 100 hours, including 30 Guided Learning Hours.
CMI Level 8 Certificate in Strategic Direction and Leadership
Learners need to complete any combination of units to a minimum of 20 credits. The minimum Total Qualification Time is 200 hours, including 60 Guided Learning Hours.
CMI Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Direction and Leadership
Learners need to complete all Group A units and any combination of units to a minimum of 7 credits from Group B. Learners need to complete a total of 67 credits to achieve this qualification. The Total Qualification Time is 670 hours, including 210 Guided Learning Hours.
- Recognised Level 8 qualification in Strategic Strategic Direction and Leadership from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
- Student membership of the Chartered Management Institute
- Full learning support and all course materials
- Assessment and certification fees
- A dedicated senior leader as your personal coach/assessor throughout the programme
- The opportunity to progress to gaining recognition as a Chartered Manager
Entry Requirements
- Ability to complete assignments at post-graduate level.
- All Learners must hold a Level 7 or equivalent qualification.
- At least 3 years’ experience at strategic level as a senior manager.This qualification is not aimed at managers aspiring to a senior management role it is targeted at individuals already employed in a strategic leadership position for a minimum of 3 years.
Assessment
Assessment is via practical work-based assignments.
Progression Opportunities
Chartered Manager (CMgr)