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  • Level: 3
  • Study Mode: Part-time
  • Start Date:

    12/10/26 Day classes at Harlow College

    14/10/26 Evening classes at Stansted Airport College

CMI Level 3 Diploma in First Line Management and Leadership

The Diploma in First Line Management and Leadership is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Learners study with the college part-time and complete work-based assessments as part of the course. This qualification is suitable for those who are, or are aiming to become, team leaders and / or supervisors. This includes individuals who are at the start of their career and who want to become team leaders / supervisors as well as those aspiring or existing managers who may already have developed practical experience but are seeking to develop their management and leadership capabilities. 

This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons, referred to as Online and On Campus.

Classroom attendance is every other week.

You can choose to study this course at a location and time that best suits you:

Start date: 12 October 2026

Day time classes at Harlow College

Mondays

 

Start date: 14 October 2026

Evening classes at Stansted Airport College

Wednesdays

Study method – Online and On Campus

We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this course through our flexible Online and On Campus model. 

Online, you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer – meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study. Lessons are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life Downloadable lesson materials, practice and scenario-based questions with model responses and practical exercises and case studies all help to consolidate knowledge and enhance the learning experience further. 

Learners should expect to spend around 3-4 hours studying independently online each week. 


On campus, you benefit from regular classes with a college tutor – without having to commit to attending multiple evenings each week. Your tutor will review what you have learnt during your online lessons and will be on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment. Regular discussion with classmates will help to reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from being part of a group.

CMI Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

The Diploma in Management and Leadership is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Learners study at college part-time and complete work-based projects as part of the course. This qualification is ideal for those who are, or who wish to become, Operational or Departmental Managers, or existing managers who have practical management skills, but wish to develop their theoretical understanding further.


This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education, and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons, referred to as Online and On Campus.

Classroom attendance is fortnightly

Start date: 13/01/2027

Day time classes at Harlow College

Wednesdays

Study method – Online and On Campus

We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this course through our flexible Online and On Campus model. 

Online, you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer – meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study. Lessons are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life Downloadable lesson materials, practice and scenario-based questions with model responses and practical exercises and case studies all help to consolidate knowledge and enhance the learning experience further. 

Learners should expect to spend around 3-4 hours studying independently online each week. 


On campus, you benefit from regular classes with a college tutor – without having to commit to attending multiple evenings each week. Your tutor will review what you have learnt during your online lessons and will be on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment. Regular discussion with classmates will help to reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from being part of a group.