When looking for a suitable course in leadership and management, you’ll quickly discover that there are a number of professional bodies providing courses in this area. Each of these courses will cover similar topics, but they also have key differences. These differences will allow you to determine which course option is right for you.

Professional bodies are institutes dedicated to upholding and advancing skills and expertise within their chosen sector. Professional qualifications are provided through these organisations to support individuals and companies who are dedicated to developing expertise, as well as improving their practices.

The leading institutes within management, CMI, ILM and IoSCM all provide courses at different levels, suitable for anyone in management. Whether you are a professional with many years of experience, or you’re taking your first steps towards becoming a management expert, there is a qualification suitable for you.

Management Qualifications

The Chartered Management Institute – CMI

CMI is an internationally recognised awarding body, dedicated to promoting high standards in management. The courses are designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills required to become a well-rounded manager and develop your career to the next level.

CMI covers key topics in leadership and management including developing yourself as a leader, manging a team of people effectively, and job-relative topics such as managing quality, health and safety, budgets, and recruitment. CMI provide courses ranging from Level 2 – Level 7, dependent upon the individual’s experience.

Level 2

This is an introductory level, suitable for those with no prior knowledge or experience in team leading.

Level 3

An intermediate level, suitable for those with some experience in team leading, looking to develop their knowledge further.

Level 5

A more advanced qualification that will develop your knowledge at a middle management level. It’s suitable for those with extensive experience in a first line management position, or those already working at a middle management level looking to extend their skills and knowledge within their role.

Level 7

This level qualification is suitable for managers with extensive experience, looking to further develop their strategic capabilities and expertise.

As CMI can cover management of business operations as well as people management, these qualifications are very popular within the private sector. However, CMI courses are open to everyone, and public sector professionals can still study these courses, especially if they find the topics covered are more relevant to their specific role than other management qualifications.

You can also apply for Charter Manager status with CMI. Chartered Manager is a professional recognition status awarded to those who can demonstrate exceptional leadership and management skills and expertise. This is backed by a Royal Charter, which recognises CMI as the leading authority on management practice.

The Institute of Leadership and Management – ILM

ILM is another prestigious institute within the management profession, providing accredited qualifications for learners in the UK and internationally. The courses are designed to prepare you for managerial responsibilities, giving you the skills and capabilities required to progress further in your career.

ILM covers key topics in leadership in management including developing yourself as a leader and managing a team of people effectively, which are broken down into separate topic areas such as communication, delegation and equality and diversity. ILM provide courses ranging from Level 2 – Level 5, dependent upon the individual’s experience.

Level 2

This is an introductory level, suitable for those with no prior knowledge or experience in team leading.

Level 3

An intermediate level, suitable for those with some experience in team leading, looking to develop their knowledge further.

Level 4

Particularly suitable for those with extensive first line manager experience. This course is aimed at individuals looking to bridge their skills and knowledge, to prepare them for middle management positions.

Level 5

This is a middle management level qualification, suitable for those with extensive team leading experience or those already working in a middle management role.

As ILM covers a broad range of people management topics, these qualifications are very popular within the public sector. However, ILM courses are open to everyone. Private sector professionals can study these courses, especially if the topics covered are more relevant to their specific role than other management qualifications.

The Institute of Supply Chain Management – IoSCM

IoSCM is the leading professional institute for bespoke training in the supply chain sector, providing courses in the UK and internationally. These courses can be tailored to focus on developing managerial skills that are particularly beneficial when working in the supply chain industry. IoSCM provide courses ranging from Level 2 – Level 7, dependent upon the individual’s experience.

Level 2

This is an introductory level, suitable for those with no prior knowledge or experience of team leading in the supply chain sector.

Level 3

An intermediate level, suitable for those with experience in the supply chain industry looking to develop their knowledge at a first line management level.

Level 5

This is a middle management level course for those working in the supply chain industry. Experience-wise, this is suitable for those working at a first line management level looking to develop their knowledge at a middle management level. This is also suitable for those within a middle management position looking to develop their skills further.

Level 6

This is a bridging course, in line with middle management, with introductory elements of strategic management. This course is particularly suitable for those with middle management experience looking to bridge their knowledge and skills. This will prepare individuals for more senior level management positions.

Level 7

A fully strategic qualification suitable for those looking to broaden their skills and expertise at a senior management level. Suited to those specifically within the supply chain industry.

IoSCM is suitable for those needing to develop their managerial skills that work within the supply chain industry and subindustries. This includes: procurement, manufacturing and production, warehousing, logistics and transport and import and export.

There is a lot to consider when moving forward with a professional management qualification. DLC Training is here to make sure you have all the information you need before taking the next step. For further information on courses, and what may be the best route for your development, contact our course advisory team. They’ll be more than happy to help!

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