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Qualification / Level 3

Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership

The essential qualification for first-line and junior managers, build the core management skills that employers across the UAE and GCC expect from their leaders.

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Duration
6–12 Months (Part-Time)
Assessment
Assignments & Portfolio, No Exams
CMI Membership
Affiliate Membership eligible
Delivery
Virtual & In-Person | Abu Dhabi · Online GCC

Overview

About This Qualification

The CMI Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership is the benchmark qualification for practising or aspiring first-line managers. It develops the essential management competencies needed to lead teams, manage resources, communicate effectively, and contribute to organisational performance.

Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute and delivered by Skills Plus with a focus on the GCC business environment, this diploma gives you a strong, nationally recognised foundation in management practice, and opens the door to the CMI Level 5 and beyond.

Who Is It For?

Who Is It For?

First-Line Managers
Those in their first formal management role who want a recognised qualification to underpin their daily responsibilities.
Team Leaders Moving Up
Experienced team leaders ready to progress into a junior or middle management position.
Career Developers
Professionals who want to formalise their management skills and accelerate progression into leadership roles.

What You Will Achieve

What You Will Achieve

  1. Plan and manage team performance against clear objectives
  2. Motivate and develop individuals within your team
  3. Communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation
  4. Manage budgets, resources, and operational tasks
  5. Lead through change and support team members during transition
  6. Build positive working relationships and resolve conflict professionally

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the entry requirements?

No strict entry requirements. Suited to anyone in a first-line management or supervisory role, or those looking to move into management.

How is it assessed?

Through assignments and portfolio evidence connected to real workplace situations. No written examinations.

How long does it take?

Typically 6 to 12 months on a part-time basis.

What can I progress to after this?

The Level 3 leads naturally to the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership, and from there to the Level 7 Strategic qualifications.

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