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CMI Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership

Customer Service Management

  • Harness your potential as an aspiring or practising Customer Service Manager
  • Join the ranks of certified professionals recognised by the prestigious Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
  • Improve your skills in vital management areas and establish yourself as a well-respected Customer Service Manager
  • Qualify and validate your skills with the support of expert Tutors, Study Coaches, and Recruitment Advisors
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    CMI Level 3 Diploma

    CMI Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership: Customer Service Management is the perfect qualification for Team Leaders and Customer Service Managers looking to enhance their skills in managing customer service operations.

    This course is designed to help you become a successful customer service manager and demonstrates to potential employers your commitment to professional development! You will learn to ensure that customer service goals and objectives are met by providing guidance and direction to your team, monitoring their performance, supporting daily operations, and implementing effective customer service strategies.

    After completing this Diploma, you can progress to the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership: Customer Service Management to further validate your experience, knowledge, and skills in customer service management.

    Why study with us?

    • Stay motivated and manage your time effectively through regular one-to-one follow-ups with your certified Tutor and Study Coach
    • You have 24/7 access to your online courses, so you can study at your own pace and save on travel costs
    • Your official certification means that your experience is validated through industry-recognised material and highly valued in the UK (and the world!)
    • Your CV and LinkedIn profile will receive complete makeovers from your Recruitment Advisor to make sure you maximise your chances of securing rewarding opportunities
    • Career and recruitment support gives you advice on how to secure and succeed in job interviews, including mock interviews and exclusive interview preparation tailored toward your prospective company and role
    • Your expert Career Consultant will help you choose the right certification, and combine it with strategic guidance to make sure you achieve success in your professional journey

    Avoid the negative effects of making the wrong decision about your development journey, have an open Q&A with an expert. 

    What’s included?

    You are eligible for, subject to your package choice and support requirements:

    • Consultation with a Career Consultant to corroborate your course choice
    • Carefully selected CMI Level 3 study units aligned with Customer Service to ensure you gain the skills you require to succeed
    • Pre-marking and official marking for assignments to ensure you have the best chance possible at achieving success
    • Access to a full Support Team including a certified Tutor and Study Coach for assistance with study queries
    • CMI Membership with exclusive benefits
    • A professional, Management-oriented CV rewrite*
    • A LinkedIn profile overhaul to maximise your new networking opportunities*

    Certification: CMI Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership: Customer Service Management

    Vendor: Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

    Course prerequisite: There are no formal prerequisites to study this qualification

    Study time: 370 hours

    Certification requirements: You will need to complete all of the units in this Diploma to achieve a minimum of 370 Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 37 credits.

    *Value-added service that can be added at an additional cost

    Certification details

    ITonlinelearning (provider number C10436701) is a CMI Approved Centre (AP), which means that this certification has been rigorously assessed and approved to meet industry standards.

    Accrediting body
    Since 1947, the Chartered Management Institute has empowered management and leadership professionals. The CMI upholds the highest standards of the profession and offers Chartered Manager Status through their Royal Charter, bringing together a global community of passionate & dedicated managers.

    Established in the aftermath of the Second World War, their mission was to help rebuild the UK by raising the quality and standard of management. CMI developed the first diploma in management, and they are still dedicated to improving management practice today.

    Foundation Chartered Manager Status
    Foundation Chartered Manager Status is automatically awarded to those with a Certificate or Diploma at this level. Once obtaining Foundation Chartered Manager Status, you can add the post-nominals ‘fCMgr’ after your name in your CV or LinkedIn profile to showcase this prestige (for example, John Smith fCMgr).

    Certification expiry
    Once you have completed your CMI qualification, it stays with you for life! You need not renew or re-certify once passing your assignments.

    Choosing Us for Your CMI Training Means

    Full Choice of CMI Study Units

    You get access to the widest selection of Study Units available directly from the CMI to tailor a study programme that best suits you and your career.

    Draft Checking & 1 Free Re-take

    Over and above your official assignment submission to the CMI that results in a pass or refer outcome, our in-house CMI Tutor and Study Coach checks your assignment draft. We review your assignment to give you feedback on the subject matter, provide you with advice, and ensure you are aware of any areas that need improvement – all to maximise your chances of getting a pass on the first try! Plus, you’re eligible for one free retake for each assignment.

    CMI Study Coach and Mentor

    You will have access to a CMI Study Coach and Mentor to keep you on track with your studies, provide you with study support, and help ensure you complete your studies successfully. Learners just like you regularly highlight the value of having a Study Coach and Mentor (in their learner surveys) in terms of helping them successfully achieve their qualifications in the most effective way.

    Career Services

    Your personal, specialist Recruitment Advisor will provide you with a professional CV review, LinkedIn profile overhaul, interview support, and career coaching so that you can fully utilise the new networking opportunities you have access to!

    CMI Membership

    You will gain exclusive access to the CMI so that you can benefit from continued professional development (CPD), career tools, webinars, articles, events, and networking with other CMI professionals!

    Duration

    With ITonlinelearning, you get 12 months’ unlimited access to your course – so you can access CMI’s Management Diagnostics Tool, Knowledge & Insights Hub, Events & Webinars, CPD Record, Mentoring, Management Direct, Career Development Centre, and Qwell Mental Health Support. 

    We are an Accredited Training Organisation (ATO) for the UK’s most esteemed learning providers

    Why Choose CMI?

    UK-Endorsed Accreditation

    Hard work pays off: you’ll receive a certificate accredited by the prestigious, globally recognised Chartered Management Institute once you have completed this qualification: a highly regarded testament to your skills.

    Improved Career Prospects

    A whopping 80% of Managers said that gaining a CMI qualification is a key element of becoming a professional manager!

    You Get Post-Nominals

    Want to command the highest esteem as a qualified Management Professional? Do you want to add the renowned “CMgr” post-nominals after your name to showcase your prestige? With CMI, you can!

    Helping You Help Your Team

    About 79% of CMI qualification holders confirmed that their new skills have increased overall team performance – which is great if you’re looking to increase your salary on an individual- and team-basis.

    Assignment-Based Qualifications

    Did you know that assignment-based assessment yields better results than examinations, likely because of the lack of feedback in exam-based qualifications? Well, CMI qualifications are assessed purely through assignment completion.

    There are currently 36,553 Customer Service Manager jobs in the UK.
    Source: Adzuna

    What You Will Learn

    To achieve the CMI Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership: Customer Service Management, you will need to complete all of the below modules to achieve over 370 TUT (Total Unit Time) hours & 37 credits.

    UNIT 302 MANAGING A TEAM TO ACHIEVE RESULTS (6 CRD & 60 TUT)

    The ability to manage teams, which are able to communicate effectively and overcome barriers to achievement, is a critical skill for any manager. High performing cohesive teams are created in an environment where there is a collective understanding of values, goals and objectives.

    This unit has been developed to support managers in understanding the nature of teams in the workplace, and how these can be managed to achieve results.

    UNIT 303 MANAGING INDIVIDUALS TO BE EFFECTIVE IN THEIR ROLE (5 CRD & 50 TUT)

    High performing individuals impact the performance of teams and the organisation.

    The aim of this unit is to develop the manager’s understanding of how to confidently use their knowledge, skills and abilities to support individuals, not only to perform well, but to exceed expectations.

    UNIT 306 PRINCIPLES OF EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVE WORKING PRACTICES (6 CRD & 60 TUT)

    Treating colleagues, customers and stakeholders with dignity and respect enables relationships to develop and thrive.

    This unit focuses on how to develop inclusive working practices in line with organisational and legal frameworks. This will not only improve the productivity and well being of staff, but impact positively on the whole customer experience.

    UNIT 307 DEVELOPING THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES OF INDIVIDUALS AND TEAMS (4 CRD & 40 TUT)

    A skilled and adaptable workforce is a collective group of people equipped with the knowledge, skills and abilities to achieve and exceed objectives.

    This unit aims to support managers to identify and select innovative development opportunities. It will enable them to identify approaches to support and promote participation, and how to monitor the impact of development activities for individuals, teams and the organisation.

    UNIT 309 RESPONDING TO CONFLICT IN THE WORKPLACE (3 CRD & 30 TUT)

    Conflict and disagreements in the workplace have a detrimental effect on team dynamics, productivity and motivation. The ability to respond effectively to conflict is a fundamental skill for all managers.

    This unit aims to support managers to understand the types and causes of conflict and how to identify strategies to respond to conflict situations in a timely and professional manner.

    UNIT 310 SUPPORTING TEAMS AND INDIVIDUALS THROUGH CHANGE (5 CRD & 50 TUT)

    Change is inevitable if an organisation is to maintain competitiveness and currency of practice. Managers are constantly asked to implement change to respond to commercial pressures, legal organisational requirements, efficiencies or improvements. Success often depends on the support given by managers to staff.

    The aim of this unit is to enable managers to lead people positively through change. This is achieved by implementing plans which identify ways to make change successful, which gains the support and trust of individuals and teams.

    UNIT 316 MONITORING QUALITY TO IMPROVE OUTCOMES (5 CRD & 50 TUT)

    The name of organisations who have built their reputation on the quality of their products or services readily come to mind. Managing quality is a collective activity, which has to be monitored continually to ensure standards are consistently met.

    The aim of this unit is to equip managers with the understanding of how quality systems are used, the tools and techniques for monitoring and measuring quality, and the requirements needed to support a quality audit. The impact of this knowledge is to drive a culture of continuous improvement within the organisation.

    UNIT 317 SUPPORTING THE DELIVERY OF CUSTOMER SERVICE (5 CRD & 50 TUT)

    Customers are key to the success of any business. It is essential to know how to deliver a great customer experience that meets and exceeds all customer expectations. This is regardless of whether they are a colleague, department within an organisation, or a member of the public purchasing a product or using a service.

    The aim of this unit is to equip managers with an understanding of the parameters in which good customer service is delivered. It focuses on the end to end customer journey and encourages the manager to reflect on the customer service experience through the customer’s eyes.

    The Key to Your Success

    Your Expert Career Consultant has received extensive training in the solutions we offer, and they understand that making the wrong choice can have a negative impact on your career, and overall well-being. They’re here to: 

    • Get to know you, your goals, and your experience 
    • Help you through the best options for you
    • Make sure you choose the right path: financially, psychologically, and professionally. 

    Career and Progression Prospects

    Customer Service is used in a plethora of sectors, but here are a few roles you’re qualified to explore with this certification:

    Customer Service Manager

    Team Leader

    Customer Service Representative

    Assistant Team Leader

    Your Success is Assured

    Expert Career Consultants

    Our expert Career Consultants select qualifications that align perfectly with your aspirations by collaborating with you to identify your desired end-goal.

    Certified Tutors

    Our certified Tutors are there to assist you with course questions, exam queries, and revision so you have all the support you need to ace your exams.

    Study Coaches and Mentors

    Your Study Coach and Mentor is dedicated to guiding and supporting you throughout your journey by providing motivation, encouragement, and monitoring progress.

    Experienced Recruitment Advisors

    Your Recruitment Advisor will provide you with the tools you need to succeed, like an industry-oriented CV, LinkedIn profile overhaul, and exclusive resources.

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    Projecting Your Salary

    We want to help you achieve the best outcome in your studies so that you can flourish in your selected development pathway.

    £32.9K /

    per year

    Team Leader

    £36.3K /

    per year

    Customer Service Representative

    £48.2K /

    per year

    Head of Customer Service

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    CMI Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership: Customer Service Management
    Frequently Asked Questions

    You have questions, and we have all the answers

    The Level 3 CMI Diploma in Customer Service Management is intended for Team Leaders and Customer Service Managers looking to drive better customer service, improve results, maximise team skills, manage change and conflict better, and manage equality, diversity, and inclusion.

    The Level 3 CMI qualification is equivalent to GCE AS/A-Levels in academic terms.

    CMI qualifications are available at different levels of depth and duration. Awards are the shortest and most concise qualification type. Certificates provide a broader base of knowledge and skills and take longer to complete. Diplomas provide a comprehensive and extensive program of learning and typically take the longest of to complete.

    CMI qualifications do not require individuals to take any official exams. However, a series of assignments must be completed and assessed by CMI-qualified Tutors before a qualification can be awarded. These assignments are research-based and have specific requirements, including font size and structure, as well as word limits that vary depending on the award, certificate, diploma, or extended diploma, and the level of the qualification.

    The Chartered Manager status is the epitome of professional recognition in the management and leadership field. It signifies a commitment to exceptional management skills and continuing professional development, as well as a demonstrated ability to deliver measurable impact. As the only professional body with a Royal Charter, the CMI is uniquely qualified to award this prestigious designation. As a Chartered Manager, you would be able to indicate the prestige of your qualification with the post-nominals ‘CMgr’ following your name on professional documents and platforms including LinkedIn, your CV, or your email signature. Those just starting their careers in management may be interested in Foundation Chartered Manager status, which recognises existing skills and knowledge and provides a pathway to full Chartered Manager status.