CMI Level 5 Certificate in Project Management

Overview

  • The CMI level 5 Project Management qualification equips learners with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage projects, meet objectives and improve efficiencies.

  • Most managers are now responsible for projects and change initiatives but many haven't received the necessary training to confidently do so, making them 'accidental project managers'. This course is ideal for practicing or aspiring middle managers and leaders to adapt to these increasing expectations.

  • A level 5 CMI qualification can help demonstrate your knowledge, skills and project management ability to current and future employers, making you stand out from the crowd.

  • All of the course units map to the ISBL Professional Standards (in particular Operational Leadership).

Learning Outcomes

The CMI Level 5 Project Management Qualification is made up of 2 units, detailed below:

Managing Projects to Achieve Results

Conducting a Management Project

The ability to manage projects is a vital skill for all managers. This unit focuses on the knowledge and skills required to manage projects successfully and overcome problems and challenges. It requires the learner to evaluate the methods and tools for planning tasks and activities, as well as knowing how to implement and manage project activities, build stakeholder relationships, manage resources and risk, monitor progress and report on outcomes.

You will:

  • Understand the role of projects in delivering organisational strategy

  • Understand processes for initiating, planning and managing projects

  • Understand the factors which contribute to effective project management

Research into approaches to management and leadership can lead to dynamic results. Innovation, product development, performance improvement, change, customer service excellence, strategy and problem solving are just some of the results. Without research business can stagnate. The aim of the unit is for the learner to conduct management research which will have an impact on individual and/or organisational practice. It is expected that learners will plan and manage a genuine project in the workplace or an academic enquiry relevant to an identified business need or challenge.

You will:

  • Know how to plan a management project

  • Be able to conduct a management project.

About the qualification

  • Benefits to your employer include:

    1. Develop expertise - Employees will gain the knowledge and skills to research and deliver organisational projects with confidence and success, improving the change culture within the business.

    2. Improve results - Employees will be able to implement organisational strategies by effectively managing projects while facilitating an improved change culture.

    3. Reduce risk - Employees will be equipped to manage organisational risk through project implementation and effective management of resources, time and budgets, leading to an improved risk management culture.

  • The programme delivery is via Live Online, which includes live, interactive webinar sessions delivered by our industry expert tutor. All sessions are also recorded to enable you to access them on demand. Additionally, learners are given access to a suite of project management resources to help you on your path to success.

    On the programme you will be part of a mixed cohort with learners from a variety of sectors. This enables you to share knowledge, experiences and learn how projects are managed in other sectors.

  • 12 weeks

  • MOL’s dedicated Customer Experience Team will be in contact prior to the start of the programme to outline how the programme will run and to deal with any queries or concerns you may have at the outset. When your studies commence, they will also proactively contact you to make sure that you are OK, that the course is going well and to gather feedback on your experience of studying with MOL.

    Whilst studying the Level 5 Certificate, you will attend regular, live webinar sessions offering the opportunity to interact with your tutor and peers. The sessions are designed to be vibrant and engaging and will include elements such as group and paired work, discussion topics, Q&As and interactive polls whilst looking at areas of the CMI syllabus.

    MOL’s expert tutors are also available to support you whenever you need them. The tutors do not just provide information and advice within the live online, interactive sessions; they are on hand when you need them to provide dedicated support and feedback to guide you in your learning.

  • The programme is designed for learners looking to expand their experience and knowledge in managing a wide range of projects as well understanding of various project management styles. As the qualification guides learners through the end-to-end process of managing a project from initial planning to implementation stage, there are no entry requirements for enrolment.

    Therefore, for school business professionals who do not have a project management qualification and who are already managing projects in your school or trust, the Level 5 CMI certificate is an ideal next step.

  • The programme is assessed via written assessments. There are no exams.

  • If you’ve completed a CMI L5 Diploma (including Management and Leadership) or CMI qualification which includes the L5 Managing Projects to Achieve Results unit, you may be eligible for an exemption on the CMI Level 5 Certificate in Project Management. Contact us at training@isbl.org.uk to discuss your options and find out more.

  • There is an ISBL member rate and a non-member rate for all our training programmes. All rates quoted below are inclusive of VAT and per person:

    ISBL member rate: £795

    Non-member rate: £885


    One of the benefits of being an ISBL member is being able to access the member rates for training and conferences. If you are not a member, you can find out more about joining ISBL by clicking here.

    To be able to access the ISBL member rate, your membership needs to be active before you book your place on the programme.

    The full cost must be paid in full before you start the programme. Our Terms & Conditions can be found here.

Testimonials

  • "The CMI Project Management course has changed how I approach and lead projects. With its practical insights and techniques, I've achieved notable success in delivering projects efficiently and effectively."

Upcoming cohorts and bookings

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be aware that details cannot be passed on to MOL until full payment is received. Once details are passed on to MOL it can take a week to process information and set delegates up on learning platforms, therefore early and prompt payment and booking are recommended.

Upcoming cohort dates are listed below, click on the specific cohort to be taken to details of how you can book onto the programme:

For any enquiries, please contact: training@isbl.org.uk