
CMI Level 2 Award in Team Leading
Build essential team-leading knowledge and develop your approach to supporting people and organising team activity.
Build practical leadership skills with recognised CMI qualifications from Level 2 to Level 7. Our management qualifications cover team leading, first line management, coaching, mentoring, projects and strategic leadership.

CMI Approved Centre
Study CMI qualifications with an approved centre and a recognised management awarding organisation.
Flexible Online Study
Access structured learning online and organise study around work and personal commitments.
Tutor Support
Receive guidance with course requirements, assignments and progress throughout your studies.
Levels 2 to 7
Progress from team leadership to first line, middle and strategic management development.
Choose from 16 online CMI courses to suit your role and goals. Pick an Award, Certificate or Diploma to match the depth of study you need.
Compare 16 CMI qualifications by level, type and fee. Each title shows whether it is an Award, Certificate or Diploma. Follow a course link for full details and entry requirements.
| Qualification (level & size) | Best suited for | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| CMI Level 2 Award in Team Leading | Aspiring or practising team leaders and supervisors | £395 |
| CMI Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading | Team leaders seeking broader first-line management skills | £595 |
| CMI Level 2 Diploma in Team Leading | Team leaders seeking a comprehensive team-leading qualification | £795 |
| CMI Level 3 Award in Project Management | Project coordinators and professionals developing project management skills | £345 |
| CMI Level 3 Award in First Line Management and Leadership | Aspiring or newly appointed first-line managers | £375 |
| CMI Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management and Leadership | First-line managers seeking broader professional development | £525 |
| CMI Level 3 Award in Coaching and Mentoring | Managers and workplace coaches building introductory coaching skills | £345 |
| CMI Level 3 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring | Managers and coaches developing broader coaching and mentoring practice | £545 |
| CMI Level 3 Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring | Professionals seeking comprehensive coaching and mentoring development | £695 |
| CMI Level 3 Diploma in First Line Management and Leadership | First-line managers seeking comprehensive management development | £675 |
| CMI Level 5 Award in Management and Leadership | Aspiring or practising middle and operational managers | £345 |
| CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership | Middle managers seeking broader management and leadership development | £495 |
| CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership | Middle and operational managers seeking comprehensive development | £725 |
| CMI Level 7 Award in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice | Senior managers developing strategic leadership capability | £395 |
| CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice | Senior leaders seeking broader strategic development | £775 |
| CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice | Directors and senior managers seeking comprehensive strategic development | £1,175 |
Need help choosing? Ask us which course suits your role and goals.

Build essential team-leading knowledge and develop your approach to supporting people and organising team activity.

Develop a broader understanding of team-leading practice, communication and day-to-day team responsibilities.

Build a comprehensive foundation in team leading and the skills needed to support effective team performance.

Develop your understanding of the project lifecycle, stakeholder engagement, planning, risk and project control.

Develop core first-line management and leadership knowledge for supporting people and workplace performance.

Build first-line management and leadership skills through a broader programme of professional development.

Develop an introduction to coaching and mentoring approaches for supporting others in the workplace.

Broaden your coaching and mentoring knowledge and develop your approach to supporting individual development.

Build a comprehensive understanding of coaching and mentoring practice for professional workplace support.

Develop a comprehensive foundation in first-line management and leadership for your management responsibilities.

Develop management and leadership knowledge to support effective workplace practice and professional development.

Broaden your management and leadership skills to support people, teams and organisational objectives.

Build a comprehensive programme of management and leadership development for your professional role.

Develop strategic management and leadership knowledge for your senior professional responsibilities.

Broaden your understanding of strategic management and leadership practice within organisations.

Develop a comprehensive understanding of strategic management and leadership to support organisational performance.
Choose the level that fits your current or next role. Then select an Award, Certificate or Diploma for the amount of study you need.
Level 2 suits team leaders. Level 3 suits supervisors and first line managers. Level 5 suits middle and operational managers. Level 7 suits senior and strategic leaders.
Choose team leading, first line management, coaching, mentoring, project management or management and leadership. Strategic leadership is available at higher levels.
An Award is a short, focused route. A Certificate covers more topics. A Diploma provides the widest coverage within its subject.
Need help choosing a CMI course? Contact HHF Training before enrolling. We can help you compare levels, subjects and qualification sizes.
Entry requirements vary by course. Choose a level that suits your experience, role and career plans. You need suitable English skills and must be ready to write assignments.
Each unit is assessed through assignments that meet its learning outcomes and assessment criteria. Tasks may include reports, reflections, plans, analysis and case studies. You may also need to show how you apply management knowledge. Your assessor gives guidance and feedback.

Our online CMI courses suit people starting in management, building skills in their current role or preparing for greater leadership responsibility.
Develop approaches for motivating, communicating with and supporting individuals and teams.
Connect objectives, resources and performance measures to effective operational delivery.
Use evidence, professional judgement and structured thinking to address management challenges.
Support learning, confidence and performance through purposeful coaching and mentoring.
Plan activity, engage stakeholders and contribute to projects, improvement and organisational change.
At higher levels, evaluate strategic priorities, organisational direction and leadership impact.
Use distance learning to study around work and other commitments. Access course materials and expert tutor support online. Complete each unit, submit assignments and use feedback to meet every assessment criterion.
Access course materials and organise your study around work and personal commitments.
Work through the units required for your chosen Award, Certificate or Diploma.
Demonstrate management knowledge through reports, analysis, reflection and applied responses.
Receive support with requirements, academic approach, questions and progress.
Use clear assessment decisions and developmental feedback to strengthen your submissions.
Completed assessment decisions are quality assured before successful certification is confirmed.
CMI qualifications can build your professional credibility and help you progress in management. Career outcomes also depend on your experience, performance and each employer’s requirements.

The Chartered Management Institute is the professional body for management and leadership. Approved Centres deliver its qualifications. Courses cover team leading, first line management, middle management and strategic leadership.
Compare each course’s level, subject and size with your role and plans. Contact HHF Training for course advice if you need help. Check official details through CMI and the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications.
Need help comparing levels? Read CMI Level 3 versus Level 5. Our guide to checking UK accredited qualifications and CMI courses explains what to verify before you enrol.
CMI courses lead to management and leadership qualifications awarded by the Chartered Management Institute. They are designed to develop knowledge and capability for roles ranging from team leader to senior strategic leader.
Yes. HHF Training is a CMI Approved Centre and offers qualifications awarded by the Chartered Management Institute. Check the individual course page for the exact qualification title and regulatory information.
Choose Level 2 for team-leading development, Level 3 for first line management and related practitioner skills, Level 5 for middle or operational management, and Level 7 for senior and strategic leadership. Contact HHF Training if your role sits between levels.
The difference is the size and breadth of study within a qualification suite. An Award is the shortest focused option, a Certificate covers a broader selection of learning, and a Diploma is the most comprehensive route.
Yes. HHF Training delivers its CMI courses online so you can organise study around work and personal commitments. The time required depends on your chosen qualification and study pace.
Assessment is completed through assignments aligned to the selected units. There are no traditional sit-down examinations. You submit work online and receive feedback against the required assessment criteria.
Completion time depends on the level, qualification size, selected units, previous experience and the time you can commit. An Award normally requires less study than a Certificate or Diploma at the same level.
CMI qualifications form part of a professional development pathway and some routes can support progression towards Chartered Manager status. Eligibility depends on the qualification completed, management experience and CMI requirements in force at the time.
It depends on the level and course. Lower-level options may suit aspiring or newly appointed managers, while Levels 5 and 7 are designed for learners working towards or operating with wider management and leadership responsibility.
You receive structured online learning resources and tutor support with course requirements, assignments, questions and progress throughout your studies.
Compare our CMI courses from Level 2 to Level 7. Tell us about your role and career goals. We can help you choose a suitable qualification before you enrol.