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PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

A credible route from supervisor to Chartered Fellow.

The CMI management and leadership pathway supports recognised professional status at each level, subject to successful completion and CMI eligibility and verification requirements.

Level One
Foundation Chartered Manager

For new and aspiring managers completing the First-Line Management Programme, a credible foundation for future Chartered Manager development.

Level Two
Chartered Manager

For operational and middle managers completing the Operational Leadership and Management Programme, demonstrating applied management competence and impact.

Level Three
Chartered Fellow or Chartered Member

For senior leaders completing the Senior Executive Leadership Programme, evidencing executive judgement, governance discipline, and strategic value.

A responsible evidence culture

Professional recognition is never presented as a marketing shortcut. Learners provide honest, proportionate, and verifiable evidence of experience, engagement, application, reflection, and impact. Awards and status are subject to successful completion and the relevant CMI eligibility and verification requirements.