CMI Level 3 in Managing AI Adoption

AI is transforming the workplace, and many organisations are recognising the need to strengthen leadership capability to support successful adoption. This practical CMI qualification will equip you with the confidence and skills to lead AI adoption, improve productivity and support teams through change.


Course Code: p10531
Campus: Online
Study Type: Part-Time
Education Level Further Education
Department: Business & Management
Why Study This Course

AI is rapidly changing the way organisations operate, creating new opportunities for managers to improve productivity, decision-making and innovation. Designed for managers and aspiring leaders, this qualification helps you to build the skills and confidence to lead the successful adoption of AI within your organisation.

You'll explore how to implement AI responsibly, support teams through change, and maximise its value to improve organisational and team performance in a modern workplace.

Course Overview

This part-time course is designed for practising or aspiring first-line managers and supervisors who want to confidently lead the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within their teams. You'll explore how AI can improve productivity, communication and decision-making while gaining an understanding of the legal, ethical and organisational considerations of AI implementation. The course focuses on the role of managers in driving responsible AI adoption, supporting teams through change and embedding AI into everyday operations to achieve organisational goals.

Assessment is through practical written assignments based on real or researched workplace scenarios, together with a presentation and a short project where you will present a proposal for using a new or emerging technology to address a business need. This flexible qualification provides practical skills that can be applied immediately in the workplace to support innovation, performance and organisational success.

This course is designed for learners with experience of using AI tools in a personal or professional setting. As the qualification focuses on leading and managing AI adoption within organisations, it is not an introductory course to AI. Learners should be confident using digital technologies and have a basic understanding of AI applications.

This course is designed for individuals currently in or aspiring to team leadership or supervisory roles.

Specific Entry Requirements:

  • GCSE English or Essential Skills Level 2
  • OR relevant supervisory experience

Applicants must meet each of the following criteria:

    1. Applicants to be 18 years or older at point of enrolment.
    2. Applicants must have a right to work and undertake training in the UK at the point of application and for the duration of the course and must not be disqualified from doing either by reason of their immigration status. Proof of this will be required to progress application.
    3. Individuals will be available to register in person at provider campus as required.

Recommended Experience:

  • Suitable for those with recent workplace experience (paid or voluntary)
  • Alternatively, those willing to conduct research on organisations to complete assignments

    This qualification includes the following topics:

    Unit 354: Navigating the Adoption of AI Technologies

    Explore how Artificial Intelligence can support workplace transformation by improving productivity, streamlining processes, enhancing communication and helping managers contribute to organisational goals.

    • Understand the benefits and limitations of using technology in the workplace
    • Be able to propose new and emerging technologies to improve organisational performance

    Unit 359: AI Awareness for First Line Managers

    Learn how to introduce AI responsibly within teams by exploring AI tools, governance considerations and the leadership skills needed to support confident and informed decision-making.

    • Know how to use AI responsibly to drive team productivity
    • Know how to develop team confidence in adopting AI tools
    • Understand how to be accountable when making AI-informed decisions

    You'll progress by building on your qualification through the CMI Level 3 Managing AI Adoption pathway, with the opportunity to top-up from an Award to a Certificate or Diploma. You can also continue your personal and professional development by progressing to other CMI qualifications, including the CMI Level 5 Qualifications in Management and Leadership, supporting your journey towards achieving Chartered Manager status

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