Course overview
Equivalent to a Doctorate in Management, the online CMI Level 8 Strategic Direction and Leadership course is designed for directors and senior managers with responsibility for developing and implementing ethical and performance-driven strategy across multiple organisations, leading by example to inspire teams and provide clear direction.
This course offers concise learning to strengthen your current skills and build on your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of strategic management. With the CMI Level 8 Strategic Direction and Leadership course you can choose to study at Award, Certificate or Diploma Level.
Job outcomes
- Director
- Senior manager
What you'll learn
- The CMI Level 8 Strategic Direction and Leadership course will develop the advanced skills and knowledge that you need to lead transformational strategic change within your organisation(s), accelerating performance in multiple settings
- Apply the tools, models and theories directly to real-life work-based problems and see the benefits in your organisation
- This CMI distance learning course will demonstrate to current and prospective employers your capabilities, ambition and commitment to professional development
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
- 16 to 20 weeks
Entry requirements
To study the CMI Level 8 Strategic Direction and Leadership course you must be:
- Aged 19 or over
- Have a Level 7 qualification or equivalent
- And OR have been in a senior management position for at least 3 years
Course features
- Our online leadership and management qualifications are self-study courses with dedicated support from CMI-approved tutors
- All our CMI certification 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 available by phone, email, social media, instant messenger to assist with any issues or concerns during your course
Assessment
- Completion of a written assignment per unit (word count per assignment 4,000 to 4,500)
- No examinations
Units available
Timetable options
About Sussex Business School
Sussex Business School is a dedicated, international online distance learning business and management college. We offer a wide range of UK-accredited and globally recognised management courses and leadership courses online, at both graduate and postgraduate levels.
With our support and encouragement, online distance learning is not an isolating experience. It is challenging, stimulating, rewarding and highly effective, giving you the chance to learn at a time and place that suits you. This is of particular benefit to you if you are studying while you work, based overseas or you travel a lot for your work.
