Who is the Certificate in Management Consulting Essentials for?
Developing the Expertise of A Consultant
This qualification is designed for supervisors and first line managers;
who have operational responsibility for a defined area of activity. Based on the National Occupational Standards for Management and Leadership, this qualification is accredited at Level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework in England, Wales and N Ireland, and is positioned at Level 6 on the Scottish Qualifications Framework.
There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification. However, candidates are likely either to hold a Certificate in Team Leading and/or have a few years experience at supervisory or first line management level.
What does the qualification cover?
As an aspiring management consultant;
this qualification will help you learn about:
The consultancy role
The consultancy relationship
The client relationship
Communication for consultants
Effective project delivery
Structured knowledge, research and analysis.
What support will I get?
In addition to the support you will receive from Tendering for Contracts Training;
the Institute provides a unique and comprehensive package of candidate support, with access to:
A wide range of online resources, from our highly regarded Student Resource Centre and CPD system to our new;
Rapid Response Subject Search tool
Career Development site
The latest management thinking via our Professional Manager magazine and Study Zone, an e-newsletter designed specifically for our student members
A dedicated team of information researchers for more complex research requests.
A diverse events programme and network of members committed to, and experienced in, the field of management.
How long will it take?
The Cerificate in Management Consulting Essentials;
should normally take 45 guided learning hours.
How is it assessed?
Assessment is normally via an Institute set and assessed External Assignment;
alternatively assessment can be via Centre set assessments based on the Learning Outcomes within the syllabus.
This ensures you minimise time away from work and that you undertake work study which is relevant to your own workplace context.
What are the progression routes from this qualification?
On successful completion of the Certificate in Management Consulting Essentials;
you may wish to progress to the Diploma in Management Consultancy, which will enable you to further develop your operational management consultancy skills and enhance your career opportunities.
To obtain the professional award of Certified Management Consultant (CMC), you will need to demonstrate how you apply your knowledge through practical work based experience as a management consultant.
