L3 Diploma in Management
Advance your management skills and become a confident, effective leader.
This Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Diploma develops the knowledge, behaviours and practical capability needed to manage people, lead teams, make decisions and drive organisational performance. It’s ideal for aspiring leaders and established supervisors who want a widely recognised management qualification to boost their career.
Whether you work in retail, care, hospitality, logistics, administration, education or business support — this course provides the essential management toolkit for real-world leadership success.
Who is this for?
This qualification is perfect for:
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Aspiring supervisors or team leaders
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New managers stepping into a leadership role
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Existing managers wanting a recognised Level 3 qualification
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Professionals seeking stronger people-management and decision-making skills
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Organisations wanting to develop confident, capable first-line managers
The qualification is suitable for learners aged 16+, with a recommended baseline of Level 2 English and Maths.
What you’ll learn
You’ll complete a comprehensive programme covering core management knowledge, team leadership, operational improvement, communication, project delivery and professional performance.
The Level 3 Diploma includes a structured mix of knowledge and competency units such as:
✨ Leadership & Management Foundations
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Leadership styles and appropriate use
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Motivating and supporting individuals
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Coaching and mentoring approaches
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Managing people and understanding team dynamics
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Equality, diversity and organisational culture
(See full unit coverage in pages 11–22 of the specification.)
✨ Building Effective Workplace Relationships
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Stakeholder engagement
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Emotional intelligence
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Influencing and negotiation
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Conflict resolution
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Cross-team collaboration
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Customer relationship management
✨ Operational & Performance Management
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Developing operational plans
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Managing change within teams
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Using data and technology effectively
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Setting goals and KPIs
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Monitoring performance
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Allocating work and prioritising tasks
✨ Project Management
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Project lifecycles and methodologies
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Roles in a project team
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Resource and risk management
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Delivering against project plans
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Using project tools to ensure successful outcomes
✨ Finance & Budgeting
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Governance and financial compliance
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Delivering value for money
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Monitoring budgets and preventing overspend
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Applying financial controls within your organisation
✨ Self-Management & Professional Development
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Time management tools
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Personal development planning
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Managing workload and pressure
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Learning styles & feedback
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Professional behaviours, resilience and accountability
✨ Decision Making
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Problem-solving techniques
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Data analysis for decision making
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Evaluating outcomes
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Escalating issues appropriately
Qualification Details
Award: Level 3 Diploma in Management (RQF)
Level: Level 3 (A-Level equivalent)
Total Qualification Time (TQT): Typically 370–400 hours depending on selected units
Guided Learning Hours (GLH): Unit-dependent; typically 15–30 hours per unit
Assessment: Coursework portfolio — internally assessed, externally quality assured. No exams.
Delivery: Online, tutor-supported, flexible study
Entry Requirements: Recommended Level 2 English & Maths; age 16+
Why choose Cubitt Education?
✨ Specialists in leadership, teamwork and business improvement
✨ Expert tutors with industry experience
✨ Practical tasks linked to real workplace benefits
✨ One-to-one learner support throughout
✨ Fully recognised and awarded qualification
We empower learners to grow — and help organisations streamline, save and succeed.
Pricing & enrolment options
Standard Individual Enrolment
✨ £550 per learner
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Full online course access
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Tutor support and portfolio guidance
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All assessment and IQA costs
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Certification
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Optional progression planning session
Group / Workplace Programmes
Available for teams of 6 or more, with customised pricing.
Perfect for organisations aiming to strengthen front-line management capability.
Employer packages include:
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Virtual workshops or blended delivery
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Contextualised materials to match your sector
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Progress reporting for managers
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Support mapping learning to internal goals
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Optional integration into apprenticeship delivery
Request a group quote to explore organisational delivery.
After completing this qualification, learners can progress to:
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Level 4 Diploma in Management & Leadership
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Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership
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Level 5 Operations Departmental Manager Apprenticeship
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Higher-level supervisory and middle-management roles
Popular next-step career roles include:
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Team Leader
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Supervisor
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Operations Coordinator
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Project Lead
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Departmental Supervisor
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Junior Manager