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Leadership & management courses online

Develop your leadership skills and earn recognised ILM and CMI management qualifications, all through flexible online study. Perfect for ambitious professionals and businesses looking to upskill their teams.

CMI & ILM qualifications
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Study anytime, anywhere
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Modern leadership is about more than giving orders or hitting targets; it’s about vision, empathy, and making people feel empowered to do their best work. Great leaders inspire, guide, and build teams that genuinely enjoy what they do.

Our courses give you the practical skills, recognised qualifications, and the confidence to take on any leadership role you're aiming for.

Get certified with industry standard CMI & ILM qualifications

Unlimited tutor support for the duration of your studies

Flexibility to study 24/7 anytime, anywhere

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Business Management QLS Level 3

  • 120 hours
  • 12 months' tutor support

From£389

or £13.76/month

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  • Online/study pack available
  • Tutor support included
  • QLS certificate upon completion

ILM Level 3 Certificate in Leadership and Management Skills

  • 12 months' tutor support

From£749

or £26.50/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

Business Management Foundation Programme Level 3

  • 60 months' tutor support

From£1,799

or £63.64/month

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ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership and Management Skills

  • 12 months' tutor support

From£569

or £20.13/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

ILM Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

  • 12 months' tutor support

From£929

or £32.87/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

Business Management (Level 4) – OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management

  • 60 months' tutor support

From£1,799

or £63.64/month

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Business Operations and Lean Management QLS Level 3

  • 120 hours
  • 12 months' tutor support

From£389

or £13.76/month

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  • Online/study pack available
  • Tutor support included
  • QLS certificate upon completion

CMI Level 3 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring

  • 6 months' tutor support

From£999

or £35.34/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 4 Certificate in Management and Leadership

  • 6 months' tutor support

From£999

or £35.34/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 4 Diploma in Management and Leadership

  • 12 months' tutor support

From£2,099

or £74.26/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management

  • 12 months' tutor support

From£789

or £27.91/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

Office Management QLS Level 3

  • 120 hours
  • 12 months' tutor support

From£389

or £13.76/month

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  • Online/study pack available
  • Tutor support included
  • QLS certificate upon completion

Stress Management in the Workplace QLS Level 3

  • 120 hours
  • 12 months' tutor support

From£399

or £14.12/month

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  • Online/study pack available
  • Tutor support included
  • QLS certificate upon completion

APMG Change Management Foundation

  • 12 months' tutor support

From£829

or £29.33/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

APMG Change Management Foundation and Practitioner

  • 12 months' tutor support

From£1,299

or £45.96/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

APMG Change Management Practitioner

  • 12 months' tutor support

From£899

or £31.80/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team
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Business Management (Level 4 and 5) – OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management

  • 60 months' tutor support

From£2,229

or £78.86/month

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Business Management Level 6 (120 credits)

  • 60 months' tutor support

From£1,799

or £63.64/month

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Change Management QLS Level 3

  • 120 hours
  • 12 months' tutor support

From£389

or £13.76/month

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  • Online/study pack available
  • Tutor support included
  • QLS certificate upon completion

CMI Level 3 Award in Coaching and Mentoring

  • 3 months' tutor support

From£799

or £28.27/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 3 Award in First Line Management and Leadership

  • 2 months' tutor support

From£699

or £24.73/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management and Leadership

  • 2 months' tutor support

From£749

or £26.50/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 3 Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring

  • 12 months' tutor support

From£2,099

or £74.26/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 3 Diploma in First Line Management and Leadership

  • 2 months' tutor support

From£1,899

or £67.18/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 4 Award in Management and Leadership

  • 3 months' tutor support

From£799

or £28.27/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 5 Award in Management and Leadership

  • 2 months' tutor support

From£799

or £28.27/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership

  • 6 months' tutor support

From£999

or £35.34/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership

  • 12 months' tutor support

From£2,099

or £74.26/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 7 Award in Strategic Management & Leadership Practice

  • 6 months' tutor support

From£999

or £35.34/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team

CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management & Leadership Practice

  • 8 months' tutor support

From£1,429

or £50.55/month

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  • Recognised qualification
  • Career ready
  • Upskill your team
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Learn your way, with industry-leading accreditation

Our online leadership and management courses are flexible, letting you learn at your own pace, with accreditation from the industry’s top bodies:

Chartered Management Institute (CMI): Ideal for aspiring or current middle to senior managers. Develop strategic leadership skills and set yourself on the path to becoming a Chartered Manager.

Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM): Perfect for supervisors, team leads, and first-line managers. ILM courses focus on practical, hands-on management skills that you can immediately use to lead your team effectively.

For businesses: These qualifications also serve as a reliable framework to upskill staff, develop internal leadership pipelines, and improve team performance across the organisation. Find out more

Build your leadership potential

Acquire the confidence to manage & lead at any level.

  • Develop your leadership skills

    Our accredited leadership & management courses are suitable for first-time, middle, or senior managers and fully flexible so you can study around your busy schedule.

  • Earn recognised qualifications

    Get industry-recognised accreditation that builds your credibility and opens doors to leadership & management roles at all levels.

  • Upskill your team

    Many businesses upskill their teams with management qualifications to create high-performing teams, retain top talent, and save on the costs of recruitment.

Why study a leadership & management course?

Develop your skills, lead your team, and grow your career.

What you'll learn

  • Discover and develop your own leadership style.

  • Understand how different leadership approaches affect teams.

  • Use self-reflection and feedback to keep improving.

  • Communicate more clearly and get everyone pulling in the same direction.

  • Confidently lead complex projects and manage change.

  • Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

What you'll get

  • A highly respected, industry-recognised qualification employers actually value.

  • Proof that you can lead and manage effectively, not just talk about it.

  • Better chances of promotion or stepping into a management role.

  • A confidence boost in your role (and in interviews).

  • Practical learning you can apply straight away at work.

Business looking to upskill your team into management?

Get in touch with our business training team today to discuss bespoke pricing solutions.

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Everything you need to succeed

Learn at your own pace, and never feel lost along the way. We make sure you have all the tools you need, along with some nice little perks!

Included in every course

XO student discounts card
Dedicated online learning platform
Learner services
Highly qualified tutors
Free employability guide

Designed for online study

Flexible learning

With flexible learning, you’re free to study when and where it suits you. Our online courses are built with convenience in mind, giving you 24/7 access to materials, resources, and tutor support. Whether you’re balancing work, family, or other commitments, you can learn at your own pace without compromising on quality.

Expert tutor support

Studying from home doesn’t mean going it alone. You'll have dedicated support from a personal tutor throughout your course. Our expert tutors are here to guide you at every stage, and you can reach out to them as often as you need.

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