With skills+- Duration
- 18–24 Months (Part-Time)
- Assessment
- Strategic Reports, Case Studies & Portfolio
- CMI Membership
- Fellow (FCMI) eligible
- Delivery
- Virtual & In-Person | Abu Dhabi · Online GCC
Overview
About This Qualification
The CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice is one of the most prestigious management qualifications available, designed for senior leaders and executives responsible for shaping organisational strategy, leading transformation, and building high-performance cultures.
Equivalent to postgraduate study and recognised by employers worldwide, this diploma is delivered by Skills Plus with a senior-cohort approach, bringing together experienced leaders from across the GCC to learn from each other as much as from the curriculum.
Who Is It For?
Who Is It For?
- Senior Managers and Directors
- Experienced leaders responsible for strategy or major organisational functions who want postgraduate-level credentials.
- C-Suite Aspirants
- High-potential leaders positioned for the next executive step who want the knowledge to lead at the top level.
- CMI Level 5 Graduates
- Professionals who have completed the Level 5 and are ready to advance to the highest qualification level.
What You Will Achieve
What You Will Achieve
- Develop and implement enterprise-wide strategic plans
- Lead organisational transformation and manage change at scale
- Build high-performance cultures at an executive level
- Manage complex stakeholder and board-level relationships
- Apply advanced financial intelligence to strategic decisions
- Lead sustainable and responsible business practice
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the entry requirements?
Typically a Level 5 qualification or significant senior management experience.
What professional recognition does this lead to?
Supports Fellow (FCMI) grade application, the highest CMI membership grade, and is recognised for Master's degree top-up at several UK universities.
How long does it take?
Most learners complete within 18 to 24 months on a part-time basis.
Can this qualification be funded by my employer?
Yes. Many organisations fund senior leadership qualifications as part of their executive development investment.
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