Mode of Study

Part-time

Location

Online

Cost

£ 770

Overview

The CMI Level 3 Award in First Line Management and Leadership is designed for aspiring and practising supervisors, team leaders and first-line managers who are responsible for achieving operational objectives through the effective management of people and resources.

This flexible qualification provides an introduction to key management and leadership concepts and allows learners to select a unit that best supports their current role and professional development goals.

The qualification is ideal for individuals who are new to management, preparing for a supervisory role, or seeking to develop their confidence and capability as a manager.

Who Is This Course For?

This qualification is suitable for:

• Aspiring team leaders and supervisors.
• New and practising first-line managers.
• Employees preparing for promotion into management roles.
• Individuals seeking a recognised professional management qualification.
• Organisations looking to develop management capability within their workforce.

Benefits of Studying This Qualification

• Gain a nationally recognised management qualification awarded by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
• Develop practical management and leadership knowledge.
• Improve confidence in supervising and supporting teams.
• Enhance career progression opportunities.
• Access CMI resources and professional development opportunities.

What you study

To achieve the CMI Level 3 Award in First Line Management and Leadership, learners complete one unit from the qualification.

Current options available through City of Glasgow College are:

Organisational Awareness for First Line Managers

This unit explores how organisations operate and how first-line managers contribute to organisational success. Learners will develop an understanding of organisational structures, culture, values and ethics, and examine how strategic objectives influence day-to-day activities. The unit provides valuable insight into the wider organisational environment and the role managers play in achieving business goals.

Approaches to Managing and Leading People and Teams

This unit focuses on the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage and lead people in the workplace. Learners will explore management and leadership theories, leadership styles and practical approaches to motivating, engaging and supporting individuals and teams. The unit also considers inclusion, wellbeing and the importance of adapting leadership approaches to different situations.

After the course

Careers

This qualification supports progression into roles such as:

• Team Leader.
• Supervisor.
• Shift Leader.
• Project Officer.
• Foreperson.
• First-Line Manager.

Continuing Study

Successful completion of the Award can be used as a pathway to the CMI Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management and Leadership. Learners may also progress to higher-level management and leadership qualifications, including CMI Level 5 programmes.