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About the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership
The CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership is a comprehensive qualification for practising or aspiring middle managers who lead people, manage resources and contribute to organisational performance. HHF Training delivers a seven-unit route covering management and leadership, team development, stakeholders, projects, operational planning, resources and finance.
Who Is This Diploma For?
This course is suitable for experienced team leaders, departmental managers, operational managers and aspiring middle managers who want to formalise and broaden their management capability. It is particularly relevant if you manage people, budgets, projects, stakeholders, operational plans or organisational resources. This CMI Level 5 Diploma is designed for practising and aspiring managers who want comprehensive development across people leadership, operational delivery and organisational performance.
Aspiring or newly appointed middle managers
Operational, departmental and specialist managers
Experienced supervisors preparing for broader management responsibility
Learners seeking a recognised CMI management qualification
Professionals managing people, projects, budgets or resources
Learners preparing for higher-level management study, including CMI Level 7
If you are unsure whether the Award, Certificate or Diploma is the right route, contact HHF Training for course guidance before enrolment.
What You Will Learn on This CMI Level 5 Diploma
Develop a broad and connected understanding of management and leadership practice, from leading individuals and teams to managing stakeholders, projects, operational plans, resources and finance. The learning is designed to support confident decision-making and stronger organisational performance.
Management and Leadership in Context
Explore management and leadership principles, organisational structure, governance, culture, values and ethics, and how these shape effective managerial practice.
Leading and Developing People
Learn how to lead individuals and teams, develop capability, support performance and create the conditions people need to achieve shared objectives.
Projects, Operations and Resources
Build practical knowledge of stakeholder relationships, project delivery, operational planning, resource management and financial decision-making to support controlled and sustainable performance.
Apply Management Knowledge Across Seven Units
Connect management theory with workplace practice across the seven selected units. Use organisational examples to evaluate approaches, solve management problems and demonstrate how your decisions support people, projects, resources, finance and organisational objectives.
👉 Diploma Structure and Selected Units
👉 Flexible Online Diploma Study
Study online around your work and personal commitments. The Diploma has a regulated minimum of 370 Total Qualification Time hours and 162 Guided Learning Hours. HHF Training provides structured learning materials, tutor guidance, assignment support and feedback throughout the programme.
How the Diploma Is Assessed
After enrolment, HHF Training confirms your registration details, provides induction and learning-platform access, and introduces the seven-unit Diploma requirements. You then work through each unit, use tutor and assignment support, submit assessments online and receive assessor feedback. Structured online study with clear guidance at each stage.
Flexible online access to structured learning materials
Practical management and workplace-focused learning activities
Clear guidance across all seven selected Diploma units
Assignment planning and submission support
Tutor feedback linked to CMI assessment criteria
Study that can fit around work and personal commitments
Progress support from enrolment to completion
Completion time depends on your starting point, study schedule and assignment progress.
What Is Included in the £725 Course Fee?
Your £725 course fee includes online learning, tutor support, assessment and quality-assurance services for the seven-unit Diploma route. Any optional or exceptional service will be explained before an additional charge is agreed. The standard course fee includes learning, support and assessment for the selected unit.
Online access to the complete learning programme
Learning activities and assignment preparation
Expert tutor guidance and academic support
Assessment of all seven selected CMI Diploma units
Internal quality assurance and CMI registration administration
Certification processing following successful achievement
Any resubmission, extension or additional service outside the standard package may involve an extra fee under HHF Training terms.
Entry Requirements and Study Resources
After enrolment, HHF Training confirms your registration details, provides induction and learning-platform access, and introduces the seven-unit Diploma requirements. You then work through each unit, use tutor and assignment support, submit assessments online and receive assessor feedback.
A laptop or desktop computer suitable for online learning
A reliable internet connection
Word-processing software for preparing assignments
Sufficient written English and digital skills
Time to study independently and respond to tutor feedback
Access to relevant workplace examples where appropriate
What Happens After You Enrol
Enrol online and complete secure checkout.
HHF Training confirms your course and learner registration.
Access the online learning resources.
Work through the content and prepare your assignment.
Upload your completed written assessment.
Receive assessor feedback confirming the outcome and next steps.
Access CMI Membership Resources During Your Studies
As a registered CMI learner, you can access CMI membership resources during your studies in line with current CMI arrangements. These may include ManagementDirect learning materials, professional-development tools, career resources and wider management insights.
Certification and Recognition
After successfully completing all seven selected units and meeting the assessment requirements, eligible learners receive the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership. The qualification is regulated by Ofqual and awarded by the Chartered Management Institute.
Awarding Organisation
Qualification Number 603/2392/9
Verify the regulated CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership on the official Ofqual Register.
Career and Progression Opportunities
The Diploma can support progression within operational, departmental, divisional, regional or specialist management roles. It also provides a foundation for higher-level professional development, including appropriate CMI Level 7 qualifications. Eligibility for professional status or further study is determined by the relevant organisation.
LEARN WITH CONFIDENCE
Why Study with HHF Training?
HHF Training combines flexible online delivery with structured CMI assessment and learner support. Study through a CMI Approved Centre with clear guidance, practical learning resources, tutor assistance and constructive feedback across all seven Diploma units.
Flexible Online Study
Study flexibly online with structured learning resources, assignment guidance and expert tutor support.
Comprehensive Level 5 Diploma Route
Complete seven selected CMI units totalling 41 credits across leadership, people, stakeholders, projects, operations, resources and finance.
Expert Tutor Support
Receive clear assignment guidance, constructive feedback and support from experienced assessment professionals.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a regulated professional qualification for practising and aspiring middle managers. HHF Training delivers seven selected units totalling 41 credits, covering management, people, stakeholders, projects, operations, resources and finance.
It is suitable for experienced team leaders, operational or departmental managers, specialist managers and aspiring middle managers who want broad professional management development.
Yes. Learning materials, tutor guidance, assignment preparation and assessment submission are provided online, allowing flexible study around work and personal commitments.
Assessment is assignment-based and mapped to each unit’s learning outcomes and assessment criteria. There are no written examinations, and assessment decisions are made on a Pass/Refer basis.
You will complete Units 501, 502, 509, 513, 515, 516 and 520. These seven units provide 41 credits, exceeding the regulated Diploma minimum of 37 credits.
The course is flexible and may be completed within approximately 12 months, depending on your starting point, study schedule, workplace access and assignment progress. The regulated minimum is 370 TQT hours and 162 GLH.
You receive structured learning materials, tutor guidance, assignment support and constructive assessor feedback, together with internal quality-assurance support throughout the programme.
The Diploma can support progression in middle-management roles and further professional development, including suitable CMI Level 7 qualifications. Entry and recognition decisions remain with the relevant employer or institution.
The CMI Level 5 Diploma costs £725. The fee includes the seven selected units, online study, tutor support, assessment, internal quality assurance (IQA) and CMI registration administration. Contact HHF Training to discuss instalment options.