Elevate your leadership capabilities with our exclusive CMI-accredited leadership programme—the only fast-track solution developed in partnership with the Chartered Management Institute specifically for the professional recruitment sector. Suitable for aspiring, new, or established managers, our Leadership Development Courses provide targeted support to strengthen understanding of leadership fundamentals and build confidence in challenging situations.
Delegates can gain a Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Management and Leadership qualification and 'Foundation Chartered Management' status by taking an assessment at the end of the programme. They will benefit from highly experienced trainers, a learning support coordinator and comprehensive resources from the Management Direct Learning Hub.
In today's recruitment landscape, where economic pressures, fluctuating demand, and cost constraints create unprecedented challenges, strong leadership isn't just beneficial—it's essential. The selling and performance management approaches that worked previously don't deliver in 2025's environment. Invest in your leadership pipeline and equip your team with the specialised skills to navigate uncertainty, drive performance, and secure your organisation's competitive advantage.
The programme consists of four modules that will take place in person. A launch meeting is scheduled to provide optimum preparation for the 28th May 2026 - 10.00am - 11.00pm, but it is still possible to join up to 48 hours prior to the training. See detailed schedule below.
Workshops – Learners will benefit from 3 two-hour workshops to discuss practical application of the learning and real-life team challenges. The sessions will enable learners to gain support and ideas both from trainers and peers. They will also include assignment preparation and writing support.
Assessment – To complete the qualification there will be 3 practical assignments, for which delegates are given trainer support and extensive CMI resources. Find out more about the Foundation Chartered Manager Status here.
This programme is also available without the qualification.
"Amazing, best course I have ever been on. Extremely relatable and informative, makes you question your inner self and your aspirations for the future... It went above and beyond my expectations." - LA International
"Brilliant insight into management and what's needed to be successful." - Delegate from Ackerman Pierce
APSCo, Trainer
With over 10 years' experience in Training and Development, Rachel is well placed to meet the dynamic and diverse needs of managers in the recruitment market. An integral part of the leadership training team delivering and assessing APSCo’s CMI programme, Rachel is a popular trainer in high demand.
Rachel has broad experience, having worked in operational management herself she then moved into HR focusing on areas such as recruitment, training and development, and coaching.
As a trainer, she has worked with leaders in sectors including recruitment, retail, engineering, hospitality and sport. In addition to the CMI leadership programme, Rachel has delivered successful programmes in train the trainer, career coaching, team building, communication, change management, internal recruitment & assessment, graduate recruitment, coaching Skills, retail skills and personality profiling.
Excellent as always! Rachel is very supportive and informative. She has answered and explained everything clearly, concisely and thoroughly.
Rachel was engaging and encouraging. She created a safe space to share ideas and always took onboard different perspectives.
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