- 19+ years old
- Level 7 or equivalent and/or Senior Management position of 3 years minimum
CMI Level 8 Award in Strategic Direction and Leadership
Focus on translating organisational strategy into effective performance with this CMI Level 8 self-study course

The CMI Level 8 Award in Strategic Direction and Management offers concise learning to strengthen your current skills and build on your understanding of roles and responsibilities of strategic management. Regarded in academia terms as equivalent to Doctorate/PhD in Management and accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), this nationally recognised qualification with transferable credits within a similar discipline is the perfect step to begin applying the tools, models and theories directly to real-life work-based problems and track the benefits and your career advancements.
The course includes study materials, personal tutor support, assessments and affiliate membership of CMI until course completion.
Directors and Senior Managers
Looking to take your team and organisation to the next level?
This course will develop your knowledge and build your advanced skills to inspire your team, develop and implement ethical and performance-driven strategies, lead by example with clear direction for transformational strategic change for your team and organisation.
Looking for a next step in your career?
Demonstrate to current and prospective employers your capabilities, ambition and commitment to professional development.
Achieve the highest level of strategic learning, significantly improving your career prospects and earning power.

Level 8 Award in Strategic Direction and Leadership
The Award consists of 1 unit of your choice from the list below and a minimum of 100 TUT credits (Total Unit Time).
8001 Personal development as a strategic leader (TUT 100)
8002 Collective strategy development (TUT 100)
8003 Inter-organisational strategic planning (TUT 100)
8004 Inter-organisational strategic direction (TUT 100)
8005 Strategic communication (TUT 100)
8006 Strategic culture (TUT 100)
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Information includes how we support your learning, detailed information about schedules, timelines, benefits, and qualifications.
Units: 2 Time: 16-20 weeks
Cost: £736.00 (includes CMI Registration Fee)
10% off if you pay in full*
*Discount does not include CMI Registration Fee
Units: 7 Time: 56-70 weeks
Cost: £2054.00 (includes CMI Registration Fee)
10% off if you pay in full*
*Discount does not include CMI Registration Fee
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