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The CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Sustainability Leadership with Embedded Chartered Manager (CMgr) status is specifically tailored for senior leaders and directors who aspire to drive impactful sustainability initiatives at the highest organisational levels. This certificate challenges you to embrace long-term, systemic change, positioning your organisation as a leader in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
A standout feature of this course is the prestigious Chartered Manager (CMgr) status, a mark of excellence in professional accreditation. To attain this esteemed designation, you must demonstrate substantial practical experience, specifically a minimum of three years in senior management and leadership roles. This criterion ensures that those who earn CMgr status possess not just theoretical knowledge but also a proven history of successfully applying management principles in real-world scenarios.
This Embedded Chartered Manager (CMgr) course offers you the opportunity to attain the prestigious Chartered Manager (CMgr) status, along with a globally recognised qualification. You will acquire theoretical knowledge and practical experience in applying management principles to real-world situations, which will differentiate you in a competitive professional landscape.
The CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Sustainability Leadership with Embedded CMgr is a recognised qualification designed to equip professionals with the skills needed to lead sustainable change within organisations. It is intended for current senior managers with above three years’ experience who want to embed sustainability into core business practices and lead with both impact and integrity.
You'll gain practical tools to align business performance with environmental, social, and governance priorities—equipping you to lead with both impact and integrity. Mapped to the CMI Professional Standards and reflecting global sustainability goals, the course develops skills in areas such as ethical leadership, stakeholder engagement, risk governance, and change management.
Recognised by employers and relevant across industries, this certificate positions you as a forward-thinking leader—ready to navigate complexity, champion sustainable transformation, and deliver long-term value in a rapidly evolving world.
The CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Sustainability and Leadership Practice with Embedded CMgr status is the ultimate professional accolade for managers with three years+ management and leadership experience is designed to cultivate an understanding of sustainability leadership. It equips learners with the skills necessary to implement their knowledge through strategic development and change leadership.
CMI graduates achieve remarkable things:
Full access for 12 months from enrolment.
The CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Sustainability Leadership is designed for those with three years+ management and leadership experience at middle/operational manager level or above who want to strengthen their strategic understanding of sustainability leadership and its application at board and executive level.
For Learners
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CMI (the Chartered Management Institute) is the UK's only chartered professional body focused exclusively on management and leadership. CMI sets the benchmark for management practice, and its qualifications are approved and regulated by Ofqual.
CMI qualifications run from Level 3 up to Level 8, offering a clear progression route from first-line management to senior strategic leadership. Learners also gain professional CMI membership and the opportunity to work towards Chartered Manager status — a distinction only a small proportion of UK managers hold.
Key reasons to choose CMI Qualifications:
To enrol in the CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Sustainability Leadership - Embedded CMGr, learners must meet the following entry requirements.
Be 19 years of age and over.
Have three years or more of management and leadership experience at middle or operational manager level or above.
Possess the ability to complete the Level 5 course.
The course is offered in English. You must possess considerable competency in English.
For each module you study, you will complete a written assignment of approximately 2,500 - 4,500 words and submit it online via your MyLearnDirect learning portal. The guideline word count for units within this qualification varies depending on the size and content of the unit, thus we kindly ask you to refer to your assessment brief and guidelines for each unit.
Learners must cover all units to a total of 400 TQT hours to achieve this qualification. The minimum GLH is 240 hours and maximum credits 40.
This qualification aligns with the assessment requirements of the Chartered Manager (CMgr), meaning learners can progress on completion of their learning. Learners also need to complete additional reflections to become eligible for Embedded Chartered Manager (CMgr).
Below are the two activities learners are encouraged to complete to provide evidence of their application for learning and eligibility for Chartered Manager.
Chartered Manager Activity 1: Reflective Account - Requires the learner to reflect on the positive impact that this learning experience and becoming chartered would have on them. Evidence may include examples of work-based activities to support reflections (for example, appraisal and/or 360 feedback)
Chartered Manager Activity 2: Personal Development Plan - Requires the learner to identify 3 (THREE) medium to long-term development goals that they want to achieve within the next 12 to 18 months.
Learners must request before enrolment to interchange unit(s) other than the preselected units shown in the SBTL website because we need to make sure the availability of learning materials for the requested unit(s). SBTL will reject an application if the learning materials for the requested interchange unit(s) are unavailable.
Our online learning gives you the flexibility to study when and where you want, with rich online learning resources and study guides developed by our expert tutors to provide structure, keep you motivated, and strengthen your understanding of the subject.
If you want a high level of structured guidance and support but can't attend scheduled live classes, then online learning is the perfect study method. You study at your own pace and set your own flexible schedule. We are dedicated to offering extensive learning support to simplify your learning journey, so we provide the option to schedule online personal meetings with your tutor at your convenience.
Our simplified online learning facilitates you to achieve high career growth without stress and dilemmas.
We are committed to providing unwavering support throughout your educational journey. Our dedicated support team is a crucial link between tutors and learners, ensuring that guidance, assessment feedback, and additional study assistance are delivered promptly and effectively.
We focus on providing a sophisticated, flexible learning experience. Our courses are designed with 100% online learning so your studies fit around your full-time work and other commitments, letting you study from anywhere, at your own pace.
You'll also get dedicated tutor support, scheduled personal tutor meetings whenever you need them, and access to our Dedicated Support Desk portal to raise queries or request a call back.
Our online learning gives you the flexibility to study when and where you want, with rich online learning resources and study guides developed by our expert tutors to provide structure, keep you motivated, and strengthen your understanding of the subject.
If you want a high level of structured guidance and support without attending scheduled classes, then online learning is the perfect study method for you. You study at your own pace and set your own flexible schedule. Our simplified online learning helps you achieve high career growth without stress and dilemmas.
You can schedule online personal tutor meetings whenever you want, which will help you get the most out of your studies and provide guidance, support and encouragement. When it comes to support, we have a dedicated support desk team so you can raise queries, request tutor support, and ask for a callback whenever you need guidance or assistance.
You will have access to unlimited dedicated tutor support through our centralised Support Desk portal. You can schedule personal tutor meetings whenever needed and raise queries via the MyLearnDirect learning portal at any time.
What are the payment methods?
The fee can be paid in either of the following methods:
Debit Card/Credit Card
PayPal
Bank Transfer
Do you offer a monthly payment plan?
Yes. We offer flexible, low-cost and interest-free payment plans across all our courses and study methods, so you can spread the cost monthly and focus on learning.
Can I interchange the units?
As an approved centre, SBTL preselects the units for each course from those listed in the awarding body's specification, and the preselected units are shown on every course's details page.
If you'd like different units, you must request this before enrolment so we can confirm the learning resources are available. Once enrolment is complete, unit interchange requests can no longer be accommodated.
What are the steps I need to follow once I decide to join you?
What does the allocated tutor provide to me?
What is the difference between Award, Certificate, Diploma or Extended Diploma?
CMI courses come in four different sizes. The size depends on the depth of the qualification and the duration you take to complete it.
CMI is regulated by four regulators: Ofqual in England, CCEA in Northern Ireland, Qualifications Wales, and the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) — meaning all qualifications awarded by CMI are regulated.
A CMI qualification is the perfect choice if you want to build or advance your career in sustainability leadership. CMI qualifications symbolise a global benchmark for excellence, as CMI is the only Chartered professional body in Management and Leadership. By studying a CMI course, you join a network of over 143,000 members globally, gaining access to the mentoring, support, and globally recognised learning resources that come with CMI membership.
The CMI qualifications range from level 2 to level 8, and different levels are related to the learners' career positions, roles and responsibilities. So, the course content will provide the required skills and knowledge for your current and future positions, roles, and responsibilities. Below is a broad overview of the qualifications and the roles that they cover in each qualification.
CMI Level 3 in Sustainability
Designed for practising or aspiring team leaders and supervisors, this qualification develops an awareness of sustainability practices in the organisation and how this impacts day-to-day activities.
CMI Level 5 in Sustainability Management and Leadership
Designed for practising or aspiring middle/operational managers and leaders responsible for translating strategy into plans and implementing strategy through teams.
CMI Level 7 in Strategic Sustainability Leadership
Designed for practising or aspiring strategic managers and leaders accountable for setting the strategic direction of an organisation.
