Weekly outline

  • Which route is for me?

    Scotland Excel assesses Chartered Manager through both the Exemption Route and the Qualified Written route.


    Exemption Route:
    Suitable for those holding a CMI level 5 diploma qualification in management and leadership.
    3 years management experience required with a diploma qualification; 5 years management experience required with a certificate qualification.


    Qualified Written Route:
    Suitable for those holding a degree level qualification in business management, with 3 years management experience.


    The image below illustrates the assessment criteria for Chartered Manager and the outcomes of some research illustrating the value of Chartered Manager.




  • Exemption Route

    A candidate can download the Exemption Route template from the Academy and upload a populated document for assessment.
    Scotland Excel will then work with the candidate assessing the submission and share the submission with CMI for moderation.



  • Qualified Written Route

    A candidate can download the Qualified Written Route template from the Academy and upload a populated document for assessment.
    Scotland Excel will then work with the candidate assessing the submission and conduct a telephone interview with the candidate.
    Thereafter the submission will be shared with CMI for moderation.



  • Chartered Manager Overview