About Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is the UK's only chartered professional body dedicated to management and leadership. Founded in 1947 as the British Institute of Management, it received its Royal Charter in 2002 — making it the sole organisation authorised to award Chartered Manager status. CMI supports over 223,000 members and active learners across the UK and internationally, offering qualifications from Level 2 through to Level 8. It is regulated by Ofqual (England), Qualifications Wales, SQA Accreditation (Scotland) and CCEA Regulation (Northern Ireland).
- Founded
- 1947
- Headquarters
- Corby, Northamptonshire, England
- Official website
- managers.org.uk ↗
Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualifications at Lift College
2 online Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualifications, studied 100% online with full UK tutor support.
- Level 5 · CPD
CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership
You are managing people and delivering results, but you want the professional credential that reflects the level at which you are already op…
- Level 7 · CPD
CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice
You are operating at the level where decisions have long-range consequences, where you shape culture, set direction, and are accountable not…
CMI qualifications — frequently asked questions
What is Chartered Management Institute (CMI)?
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is the UK's only chartered professional body dedicated to management and leadership. Founded in 1947 as the British Institute of Management, it received its Royal Charter in 2002 — making it the sole organisation authorised to award Chartered Manager status. CMI supports over 223,000 members and active learners across the UK and internationally, offering qualifications from Level 2 through to Level 8. It is regulated by Ofqual (England), Qualifications Wales, SQA Accreditation (Scotland) and CCEA Regulation (Northern Ireland).
Is CMI regulated by Ofqual?
Yes. Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is regulated by Ofqual (England), and where applicable by Qualifications Wales and CCEA Regulation in Northern Ireland.
How many CMI qualifications can I study at Lift College?
Lift College currently offers 2 online CMI qualifications, all studied 100% online with full UK tutor support and 0% finance.
How is a CMI qualification recognised by employers and universities?
CMI qualifications are nationally recognised regulated qualifications. They appear on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications and are valued by UK employers, professional bodies and universities for entry to higher education and career progression.
When was Chartered Management Institute (CMI) founded?
Chartered Management Institute (CMI) was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Corby, Northamptonshire, England.
How do I enrol on a CMI course at Lift College?
Pick a course from the list above, click View course, then click Enrol. You can study online any time, with full UK tutor support and 0% finance available on every course.