Management Qualifications

NEW - Level 3 Certificate in Automotive Management

This is the first qualification to address managerial needs specific to the retail motor industry.  It is designed to develop the skills and competence of those wanting to fast track their managerial career and will benefit both individuals and the businesses for which they work.

This new qualification is for aspiring and first line managers. It offers opportunities for individuals in a generic management role who wish to concentrate on areas such as, finance and recruitment. It also caters for specialist managers, e.g. service, sales, accident repair and parts, who wish to develop and/or enhance their skills.

The student’s knowledge is assessed by IMI Awards set practical assessments, IMI Awards set ‘on-line’ multiple-choice testing and by assessments set by the student’s centre. Courses are tailored to individual requirements with around 180-190 guided learning hours required to complete three mandatory units with any combination of two other units from a choice of 14 subjects.

The Certificate in Automotive Management (level 3), is accredited on the National Database of Accredited Qualifications (NDAQ), Ref: 500/1750/0. 

For further information and advice, please contact an IMI Awards approved centre.

The Certificate in Automotive Retail Management (Level 5)

ARMS™ (Automotive Retail Management Standards), is designed to help businesses Increase profitability and customer satisfaction by improving management skills. ARMS™ provides a flexible way for businesses to get involved, whether incorporated into a company’s own management development provision or offered as a unique industry-specific qualification which measures and recognises the competence of managers.

The Certificate in Automotive Retail Management has been developed by leading industry stakeholders, in partnership with Automotive Skills. The qualification is awarded by IMI Awards. The programme covers 10 units that are fundamental to effective business planning and management within the automotive retail environment.

Structure

The Certificate covers a range of generic management competencies. It consists of 10 units. Unit 1 is assessed by a multiple choice on-line knowledge test and units 2 to 10 are assessed using practical work-based assignments relevant to the needs of your business.

Getting involved: Approved Centres

The Certificate is delivered through IMI Awards Approved Centres (including vehicle manufacturer training divisions, retail dealership groups and specialist training providers).  For details of the centre approval process, please contact Ian Cheetham on 01992 511521 or email ianc@motor.org.uk.

IMI Awards’ centre approval process consists of a written application followed by a detailed review of quality processes by an IMI Awards’ External Verifier.  IMI Awards then carries out the external verification function for the qualification