Chartered Manager
Get the highest status in the management profession and get recognised as a better leader.
Accredit your leadership
Chartered Manager is the global accreditation for management and leadership professionals. Recognised by Royal Charter, it is the highest status that can be achieved by a manager or leader internationally.
Chartered Manager has transformed the lives and careers of thousands of leadership professionals and the organisations they lead by raising the standard of management.
96% of Chartered Managers use their designation as proof of experience of leading people and managing change.
83% of Chartered Managers say they’re better managers after becoming accredited.
Enhance your employability
This HR-recognised accreditation is used by Chartered Managers as proof of their experience and leadership skills.
Foster stronger connections
Often it's not just about what you know, but who you know. Be part of a community and build more meaningful relationships with other leaders.
Achieve international recognition
The CMgr suffix and international status are unique, worldwide marks of excellence, allowing you to stand out as a first-class leader in a global market.
The accreditation process
Once you’ve confirmed your eligibility to become a Chartered Manager, you will be required to start your IML ANZ Membership before completing a 3-stage application process which involves approximately 12 hours. This can be completed at your own pace. The process from the beginning of the application to the awarding of the accreditation takes 3 months on average. The assessment cost is $695.
Stage 1: Submit your documents
Submit your CV and supporting documents to chartered.manager@managersandleaders.com.au to have your eligibility assessed.
Stage 2: Complete a written assessment
You will be provided with a reflective-based written assessment to complete. It will be used to assess personal skills and expertise in leading people and managing change.
Stage 3: Phone interview
As a final step, you’ll be allocated an assessor who will work with you if any further information is required. This includes a telephone interview to confirm that you meet the Chartered Manager standards.
After receiving your accreditation, you are required to maintain it by tracking your Continuing Professional Development as a manager and leader.
To qualify to be accredited, you must meet one of the following criteria:
- At least 5 years’ management or leadership experience (no qualification required)
- Minimum bachelor-level qualification in management, leadership or business with at least 3 years’ management or leadership experience