QQI Managing People

QQI Level 6 component certificate in Managing People (6N3945)

Learners have 10 weeks to complete the course. Learners work at their own pace and may commence at any time of year.

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Qualification on the NFQ (Ireland).

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QQI Managing People

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Course Details

This QQI Managing People distance learning, QQI accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at work, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification.

This comprehensive course, equips existing Managers (and those considering a career in managing people) with detailed knowledge of employment legislation, motivating staff, appraisals, disciplinary procedures, recruitment, selection, and personal development. Students will learn how to: (1) manage staff performance and underperformance, (2) motivate, empower and develop staff, (3) build effective workplace relationships, and (4) understand the implications of the Irish employee related legislation. This course is designed for those working in Large Companies, SMEs or the Public Sector.

View a detailed list of the learning outcomes for this course on our learning outcomes page.

How you will learn

By enrolling on this course, you’ll receive 24/7 access to the eLearning platform for the full duration of your studies. This includes a detailed course manual, engaging videos, interactive quizzes, and dedicated one-to-one tutor support via a messaging system. You’ll also have access to the CMIT Digital Library, providing a wealth of additional resources.

The course materials for this QQI-certified programme are clearly structured and easy to follow. You can conveniently upload your assessments online and receive feedback through the eLearning platform. You will receive personalised feedback from your tutor on each assessment you submit. The CMIT eLearning platform is accessible from any internet-connected computer, giving you the flexibility to study anytime, anywhere.

Who should complete this QQI Managing People course?
  • Existing Managers and Supervisors: Aimed at those who already hold management or supervisory roles and are looking to gain a formal accredited qualification in managing people.
  • Newly Appointed Managers and Supervisors: Ideal for individuals who have recently been promoted to management or supervisory positions and need to learn effective people management skills.
  • Managers in Business with Direct Reports: Suitable for managers in business settings who have direct reports and are seeking to learn best-practice techniques for managing people.
  • HR Professionals: Beneficial for HR managers and specialists who are involved in staff development, performance management, and employee relations.
  • Project Leaders: Useful for project managers and leaders who are responsible for leading teams and need to develop strong people management skills​​.
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites
  • Leaving Cert or equivalent, and/or relevant Life or Work Experience.
  • Learners must currently be working or have access to work experience where they will be able to implement, evaluate and discuss management/supervisory duties with relevant colleagues, employees and management – this is to facilitate the completion of performance management and employee development activities. This is to facilitate the assessment requirements of the course.
  • Learners must be fluent in English with excellent written English Skills in order to achieve the assessment criteria. Queries on the standard required can be directed to the college.
  • Learners must be a resident of Ireland/ based in Ireland.
  • As this programme is delivered through distance learning, learners must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
  • A basic working knowledge of computers in addition to a computer with internet access and word processing software (e.g. Microsoft Word or Google Docs) is required to do the course.
  • View the technical requirements for accessing CMIT eLearning.
  • Learn more about the suitability of this course.

How CMIT eLearning Works…

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Topics covered in this QQI Managing People Course
Unit 1: Management, leadership and culture
  • The management process (POLC)
  • Management v. Leadership
  • Motivating teams
  • Identifying your leadership styles
  • Organisation structure
  • Organisation culture, ethics and diversity
Unit 2: Managing performance
  • Introduction
  • Set performance standards
  • Define the deliverables
  • Action plan with deadlines
  • Delegate responsibility
  • Monitor results
  • Reviewing performance
  • Managing conflict and disputes
Unit 3: Training and development
  • Staff development options
  • Personal Development Plans (PDP)
Unit 4: Key Workplace legislation in Ireland
  • Key workplace legislation in Ireland
  • Terms of Employment (Information) Act
  • Unfair Dismissals Acts
  • National Minimum Wage Act
  • Protection of Employees
  • Organisation of Working Time Act
  • Employment Equality Acts
  • Maternity Protection Acts
  • Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act
  • Data Protection Act
Assessment
  • This course is assessed through completion of a project worth 50%, a learner record worth 30% and an assignment worth 20%.
  • An assignment is a task or set of tasks completed by a learner to demonstrate understanding of specific learning outcomes. A learner record is a self-reflective record  where the learner reports on their learning experiences, activities and progress. A project is a structured task that requires planning, research, and problem-solving to produce a final product or solution.
  • Assessments are submitted online via the eLearning site. They are reviewed by the course tutor and feedback is provided to learners within 5 working days. Learners are only permitted to submit one assessment at a time and must receive feedback on one assessment before submitting the next. All work submitted must be the learners own work.
  • As part of our quality assurance, student assessment work will be marked by an Internal Assessor, then checked by an Internal Verifier and an independent QQI External Authenticator.
Transfer and Progression to Further Studies
  • This course leads to a level 6 component award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
  • Students who successfully complete this programme may use this level 6 component certificate as credit towards QQI Advanced Certificates including Business (6M4985) and Administration (6M5013). For more details contact us.
Accreditation
  • Following successful completion, you will receive a QQI Level 6 component certificate in Managing People (6N3945). This component is worth 15 credits.
  • This is the most up to date programme on this topic and it has been developed based on learning outcomes which are approved by QQI.
  • Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. CMIT is registered with QQI to offer programmes leading to QQI awards in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland. More information can be found on the Accreditation Details page.

 

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Student Reviews of this course

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January 19, 2026

I am learning lots of useful information which will be very beneficial for me in practice as a childcare manager.

Student December 2025

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December 16, 2025

I came to know more details about how can I well manage my work and my people.

Student November 2025

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October 22, 2025

Overall, I found the course to be very well-structured and informative. The content was clear, relevant, and easy to follow, and the online platform made learning very convenient. The support from my tutor was excellent, and I appreciated how responsive they were to any questions I had.

Student October 2025

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October 22, 2025

I chose to study with CMIT because the course offered the flexibility to study online and in my own time, which suited my schedule and personal commitments. The program allowed me to learn at my own pace while still receiving support when needed. Additionally, CMIT’s courses are affordable, making it easier to invest education without finical strain. I really enjoyed the QQI Managing People course. it was interesting and easy to follow, and I learned a lot. The course gave me more confidence in managing skills, and I found the flexibility of studying online very convenient.

Student October 2025

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October 14, 2025

I really enjoyed the QQI Managing People course. it was interesting and easy to follow, and I learned a lot. The course gave me more confidence in managing skills, and I found the flexibility of studying online very convenient.

Student October 2025

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August 14, 2025

CMIT was recommended very highly by a colleague who completed another course. The ability to work at your own pace and online allowed me to access the course which I would not be able to complete in person.

Student August 2025

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June 12, 2025

Really enjoyable. The pace was good and self set so was not drawn out

Student June 2025

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June 12, 2025

Very good course. Great tutor very supportive and very helpful comments to me motivated.

Student June 2025

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May 27, 2025

The course meets my needs but I do like the prompt reply from my tutor it spurs me on to continue.

Student May 2025

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May 27, 2025

Really enjoying the course so far. The online platform is easy to use and the tutor responds promptly. All good so far.

Student May 2025

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April 15, 2025

Excellent course.

Student April 2025

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March 20, 2025

Good course with a lot of information taken from it

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March 20, 2025

My tutor Clodagh Kent is very helpful and professional.

Student March 2025

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January 13, 2025

It was a great experience

Student January 2025

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December 17, 2024

Really enjoyed the course

Student November 2024

Very interesting and useful tips in relation to managing people and styles to do it.

November 12, 2024

Very interesting and useful tips in relation to managing people and styles to do it.

Student November 2024
Verified

So far it is interesting and gives good skills

October 25, 2024

So far it is interesting and gives good skills

Student October 2024
Verified

Very interesting course content. This is a subject I have not studied before and I am finding it relevant to my job.

October 14, 2024

Very interesting course content. This is a subject I have not studied before and I am finding it relevant to my job.

Student October 2024
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I found the course very user friendly and helpful in my role going forward.

October 4, 2024

I found the course very user friendly and helpful in my role going forward.

Student October 2024
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Enjoyed the course, and all feedback from the Tutor was good and helpful.

October 1, 2024

Enjoyed the course, and all feedback from the Tutor was good and helpful.

Student September 2024
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It's been interesting to see the different styles of management and pro's and con's of them. Overall I have enjoyed completing the course.

September 16, 2024

It’s been interesting to see the different styles of management and pro’s and con’s of them. Overall I have enjoyed completing the course.

Student September 2024
Verified

Its interesting and helping me get a greater understanding of managing people.

September 9, 2024

Its interesting and helping me get a greater understanding of managing people.

Student September 2024
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I particularly enjoyed the development and skills audit sections. Clodagh was very helpful and detailed in all her feedback with a very fast response time.

July 17, 2024

I particularly enjoyed the development and skills audit sections. Clodagh was very helpful and detailed in all her feedback with a very fast response time.

Student July 2024
Verified

I find the theory interesting and have probably acquired some of these skills instinctively so it is nice to see the theoretical basis.

May 13, 2024

I find the theory interesting and have probably acquired some of these skills instinctively so it is nice to see the theoretical basis.

Student May 2024
Verified

The course was very well organized. I didn't realize I would learn so much and understand a lot more now. Staff views are changing so much over the last 30 years it is getting harder to manage people. This course has helped greatly, thank you.

April 24, 2024

The course was very well organized. I didn’t realize I would learn so much and understand a lot more now. Staff views are changing so much over the last 30 years it is getting harder to manage people. This course has helped greatly, thank you.

Student April 2024
Verified

This is a very informative course for a person who wishes to go to the management side of job. This course explains many aspects of management, for instances how to define SMART objectives, how to resolve conflicts in work, how to give reviews, what leadership style can be adopted at any given situation etc.

March 11, 2024

This is a very informative course for a person who wishes to go to the management side of job. This course explains many aspects of management, for instances how to define SMART objectives, how to resolve conflicts in work, how to give reviews, what leadership style can be adopted at any given situation etc.

Student March 2024
Verified

This is very interesting course. There are many key areas which are explained in a very efficient way. For instance managing conflict , leadership style etc.

January 29, 2024

This is very interesting course. There are many key areas which are explained in a very efficient way. For instance managing conflict , leadership style etc.

Student January 2024
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The Course was Interesting and I have learned a lot from start to finish.

January 19, 2024

The Course was Interesting and I have learned a lot from start to finish.

Student January 2024
Verified

Really enjoyed the course , learnt a lot of new ideas, skills which I will take with me and implement.

January 12, 2024

Really enjoyed the course , learnt a lot of new ideas, skills which I will take with me and implement.

Student January 2024
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The course was interesting and helpful.

November 27, 2023

The course was interesting and helpful.

Student November 2023
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I really enjoy the learning and all the information was very useful.

November 22, 2023

I really enjoy the learning and all the information was very useful.

Student November 2023
Verified

Another positive experience with CMIT. Will enrol again in the future.

October 31, 2023

Another positive experience with CMIT. Will enrol again in the future.

Student October 2023
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Overall it was an excellent course and I learned new skills on Managing People, as I was promoted to Line Manager in my own job.

October 4, 2023

Overall it was an excellent course and I learned new skills on Managing People, as I was promoted to Line Manager in my own job.

Student October 2023
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I have learned lot from this course as well as it helped me to improve my leadership qualities.

September 28, 2023

I have learned lot from this course as well as it helped me to improve my leadership qualities.

Student September 2023
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So far the content has been useful and easy to understand.

September 22, 2023

So far the content has been useful and easy to understand.

Student September 2023
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All positive, I did find some of the course challenging trying to relate to the construction industry but Id say that's down to me not having done a course in a long time, I did find that I can defiantly take from the coarse into my work environment. Overall I really enjoyed the course, easy to follow and feedback from tutor was very helpful and very quick to respond. Thanks to Clodagh Kent.

September 14, 2023

All positive, I did find some of the course challenging trying to relate to the construction industry but Id say that’s down to me not having done a course in a long time, I did find that I can defiantly take from the coarse into my work environment. Overall I really enjoyed the course, easy to follow and feedback from tutor was very helpful and very quick to respond. Thanks to Clodagh Kent.

Student September 2023
Verified

Very good.

August 15, 2023

Very good.

Student August 2023
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Very enjoyable course.

August 8, 2023

Very enjoyable course.

Student August 2023
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Very well presented and highly enjoyed flexibility in start/completion time

July 10, 2023

Very well presented and highly enjoyed flexibility in start/completion time

Student July 2023
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I found this course very interesting and enjoyable. As soon as 1 module was finished I was eager to continue to the next. Very enjoyable.

June 9, 2023

I found this course very interesting and enjoyable. As soon as 1 module was finished I was eager to continue to the next. Very enjoyable.

Student June 2023
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I am enjoying this course so far, I find my tutor very helpful and prompt on feedback.

June 7, 2023

I am enjoying this course so far, I find my tutor very helpful and prompt on feedback.

Student June 2023
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The topic materials are very interesting and the Tutor is very helpful.

May 29, 2023

The topic materials are very interesting and the Tutor is very helpful.

Student May 2023
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This course has been very interesting and I have learned skills to implement into my daily duties.

May 29, 2023

This course has been very interesting and I have learned skills to implement into my daily duties.

Student May 2023
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This course has been great, very educational and i am using all knowledge on a day to day basis. My tutor has been very prompt and helpful and I would recommend to anyone as its very easy to access and learn

May 12, 2023

This course has been great, very educational and i am using all knowledge on a day to day basis. My tutor has been very prompt and helpful and I would recommend to anyone as its very easy to access and learn

Student May 2023
Verified

The method of learning online was great, the videos were very handy and practical, and the templates were useful and might be useful again in the future for my role as a leader

April 18, 2023

The method of learning online was great, the videos were very handy and practical, and the templates were useful and might be useful again in the future for my role as a leader

Student April 2023
Verified

Very easy course to navigate.

April 18, 2023

Very easy course to navigate.

Student April 2023
Verified

Enjoyable course.

April 17, 2023

Enjoyable course.

Student April 2023
Verified

Very good course and easy to navigate.

April 13, 2023

Very good course and easy to navigate.

Student April 2023
Verified

I enjoyed the course, a lot of common sense in the learning, but helps bring it to the fore front and make it significant in daily dealings with staff members and higher management.

April 5, 2023

I enjoyed the course, a lot of common sense in the learning, but helps bring it to the fore front and make it significant in daily dealings with staff members and higher management.

Student April 2023
Verified

Very good to navigate and understand.

March 27, 2023

Very good to navigate and understand.

Student March 2023
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