Level 3
CMI Level 3 Diploma in First Line Management and Leadership (Online and On Campus)
| Duration | Age Group | Study | Start | Available Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 YEAR | ADULT | PART TIME DAY |
07/09/2026 |
Southend Campus |
| Duration | Age Group | Study | Start | Available Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 YEAR | ADULT | PART TIME DAY |
07/09/2026 |
Southend Campus |
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Overview
This new qualification reflects the latest trends, skills and competencies required by team leaders, which ensures its relevance for today’s work environment. In short, it reflects the post-Covid world of working and modern approaches to managing people.
We’ve selected the ‘CMI Team Leader / People Manager (any sector/industry)’ pathway. This ensures that the qualification is versatile and applicable to a wide range of industries and work environments.
You will study with the college part-time and complete work-based assessments as part of the course. This qualification is suitable for those who are, or are aiming to become, team leaders and / or supervisors. This includes individuals who are at the start of their career and who want to become team leaders / supervisors as well as those aspiring or existing managers who may already have developed practical experience but are seeking to develop their management and leadership capabilities.
This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons, referred to as Online and On Campus.
You can apply for an advanced learner loan to cover the cost of studying this course. Please ask our team for more information.
This programme can be attended from anywhere allowing learners to balance work and study. It provides the flexibility to study at your pace and be supported by a qualified tutor at the same time.
The qualification is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management and involves learners studying part-time College activities and work-based projects. The qualification is suitable for those who are or wish to become team leaders or supervisors in the work place. It is a great start for those at the beginning of their leadership career or for existing managers wishing to further develop and accredit their knowledge.
This flexible course is delivered by South Essex Colleges Group in partnership with Mindful Education and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons in the classroom.
Please note: The class starts on 07/09/2026 and classroom attendance is fortnightly, every other Thursday (day time).X.For more information on this course contact our training team:
Email: training@southessex.ac.uk
Telephone: 01702 221813
Entry Requirements
- Grade 4 GCSE/A-C or level 2 equivalent in maths and English
- Hold Suitable job role with some management responsibility
Course Structure
- Principles of management and leadership
- Managing a team to achieve results
- Building stakeholder relationships using effective communication
- Contributing to the delivery of a project
- Managing daily activities to achieve results
- Managing budgets and resources
- Managing data and information
The new units have been updated to reflect key areas from the latest Skills England occupational standards, including more focus on understanding organisational context, inclusive practices, digital working and technology, sustainability, and contemporary approaches to management – for example, ethical leadership and hybrid working. Additionally, a new unit also addresses how managers support their team members at each stage of the employee lifecycle and how to manage people in line with updated regulations and employee expectations.
- Managing own personal and professional development
- Organisational Awareness for First Line Managers
- Approaches to Managing and Leading People and Teams
- Stakeholder Communication for First Line Managers
- Delivering Organisational Activities
- Professional Development as a First Line Manager
- Supporting People Throughout the Employee Life Cycle
Assessment & Feedback
Assessment is based on work based assignments provided by the College per unit delivered
Online and On Campus
We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this course through our flexible Online and On Campus model.
Online, you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer – meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study.
Lessons last for around 45-60 minutes and are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Practice questions, downloadable lesson materials and interactive case studies help to enhance the learning experience further and learners should expect to spend around 3-4 hours studying independently online each week.
On campus, you benefit from regular classes with a college tutor – without having to commit to attending multiple evenings each week. Your tutor will review what you have learnt during your online lessons and will be on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment. Regular discussion with classmates will help to reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from being part of a group.
Course Cost
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This Level 3 course is part of the Free Courses for Jobs initiative and is fully funded for eligible learners. Alternatively, you can apply for an advanced learner loan to cover the cost of studying this course. Please ask a member of college staff for more information.
Course Start Date: 07/09/2026
Course duration: 1 year
Classroom attendance: College classes will be held fortnighly, every other Thursday (daytime).
Find out more
For more information on how this course, visit the Chartered Management Institute website
What Next...
On successful completion the following progression routes are available:
- Level 5 Management qualifications
- Operation/department manager Apprenticeship
- Apply to become a Chartered Manager
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