Level 3 Diploma in Leadership and Management

This qualification is ideal for Team Leaders, Supervisors and First-line Managers. You will develop the knowledge and skills that allow you to effectively manage teams and individuals and working in the private, public or community and voluntary sectors.

The qualification has been developed by the Sector Skills Council for this sector, Skills CFA, and is recognised as the main qualifications for Level 3 in Leadership and Management for the UK.

If you are self-funded, sponsored or taking on a payment plan, you will only need to complete a portfolio of evidence and assignments. Once you have passed your assessed units, you will be awarded a Level 3 Diploma in Management & Leadership from BIIAB.

If you are studying through our funded apprenticeship pathway, you will need to complete the additional components below:

• 20% of your time spent on off-the-job training
• Complete a unit workbook on employee rights and responsibilities
• Complete a knowledge test
• Structured competency-based interview
• Submit a portfolio of evidence
• CPD log or professional discussion
• Work-based presentation and Q&A session (Level 5 only)

This qualification can be taken separately or as part of a larger apprenticeship programme of study and enables you to develop knowledge in Management & leadership and progress to the next level of vocational learning.

It forms the knowledge requirements for the Level 3 Apprenticeship in Team Leading.

This level is best for you if you are working within a team leader, supervisor or first-line management role. You are likely to provide direction, instructions and guidance to ensure the achievement of set goals. Key responsibilities typically include supporting, managing and developing team members, managing projects, planning and monitoring workloads and resources, delivering operational plans, resolving problems and building relationships both internally and externally.

It supports the skills and knowledge learners need to become a competent Team/Project Leader. Learners will complete this qualification with a concrete understanding such as:

• Foundation of excellence
• Principles of management and leadership
• Developing capabilities, delivering results and driving best practice
• Interpersonal excellence – Managing people and developing relationships
• Organisational performance – Delivering results (day-to-day activities)
• Personal effectiveness – Managing self