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Provider Next Level Impact
Recognition CMI, Institute of Consulting
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Course overview

The CMI Level 5 Qualifications in Professional Consulting (RQF) have been developed by Chartered Management Institute (CMI) in cooperation with the Institute of Consulting (IC).

These qualifications are designed for Professional Consultants who want to develop their strategic skills with consulting such as organisational structure and culture, entry and diagnosis, communicating strategies for consulting and group dynamics and facilitating skills. The equivalent academic level is HND/Degree level.

Our courses are designed to accommodate work-life balance: flexible start dates, flexible timetables, no classroom attendance and assessment by assignments only, no examinations. All students are allocated a qualified CMI Online distance learning tutor.

Job outcomes

  • Professional Coaching Pathway

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What you'll learn

  • Explore fundamental models and theories of professional consulting, and their organisational impact
  • Develop skills and techniques that will enable you to apply your learning practically when communicating, coaching and managing projects
  • Use your professional consulting qualification to progress onto higher levels of study, such as an MBA or Master’s course
  • Improve your career prospects and, as a result, command a potentially higher salary

Recognitions

CMI

Accredited/ Certified by CMI

Institute of Consulting

Accredited/ Certified by Institute of Consulting

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
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Duration study load

  • Our coaching and mentoring online distance learning courses are self-study courses with dedicated support from CMI-approved tutors

  • All courses are delivered via Moodle and in collaboration with the CMI and Management Direct

Delivery

  • Our professional consulting online distance learning courses are self-study courses with dedicated support from CMI-approved tutors
  • All courses are delivered via Moodle and in collaboration with the CMI and Management Direct
  • All course materials are available online and can be accessed 24/7
  • Tutors are available by phone and the online learning system to provide support and assistance with assignments and study materials
  • Support Services are available by phone, email, social media, and instant messenger to assist with any issues or concerns during your course

Assessment

  • Award (1 Unit), Certificate (3 Units) or Diploma Level (c.6 Units)
  • RQF Level 5 is regarded in academic terms as being equivalent to a Foundation Degree and Higher National Diploma (HND)
  • Your Diploma in Professional Consulting is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), as are the Award and Certificate
  • Nationally recognised: all credits earned are transferable to other university or college programmes within a similar discipline
  • Completion of a written assignment per Unit (word count per assignment up to c.1000 words) – no examinations

Additional information

  • Explore fundamental models and theories of coaching and mentoring, and their organisational impact

  • Develop skills and techniques that will enable you to apply your learning practically when coaching and mentoring team members

Subjects

CMI Level 5 Award in professional consulting (5A26V2) Learners need to complete any combination of units to a minimum of 7 credits. The minimum Total Qualification Time is 70 hours, including 30 Guided Learning Hours.

CMI Level 5 Certificate in professional consulting (5C26V2) Learners need to complete any combination of units to a minimum of 13 credits. The minimum Total Qualification Time is 130 hours, including 55 Guided Learning Hours.

CMI Level 5 Diploma in professional consulting (5D26V2) Learners must complete all mandatory units to a total of 25 credits and three optional units to a minimum of 18 credits to achieve this qualification. The minimum Total Qualification Time is 430 hours, including 180 Guided Learning Hours.

Mandatory Group A
Unit 5030Planning and managing consultancy interventions
  • Credits: 8
  • Guided Learning Hours: 35
  • Total Qualification Time: 80
Unit 5032The client relationship
  • Credits: 8
  • Guided Learning Hours: 35
  • Total Qualification Time: 80
Unit 5034Problem-solving tools and techniques for consultants
  • Credits: 9
  • Guided Learning Hours: 40
  • Total Qualification Time: 90
Optional Group B
Unit 5017vCoaching practice and theory
  • Credits: 6
  • Guided Learning Hours: 45
  • Total Qualification Time: 60
Unit 5029An introduction to consulting essentials
  • Credits: 8
  • Guided Learning Hours: 30
  • Total Qualification Time: 80
Unit 5033Communication for consultants
  • Credits: 7
  • Guided Learning Hours: 30
  • Total Qualification Time: 70

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Payment options

This Month’s Special Offer:

Award £445

Certificate £675

Diploma £1,495

Extended Diploma £1,895

  • Payment plans are available on request.

  • No government funding is available for this course.

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About Next Level Impact

We are a team of dedicated professionals committed to unleashing potential for the individuals and organisations we work with. We strive to unleash potential through tailored programmes and bespoke consultancy support. We work with our clients to understand their issues and offer practical solutions that maximise impact for individuals and their organisations. We deliver on our promises and enable positive change with the clients that we work with.

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