Management Training Courses

Practical Management Training That Gets Real, Tangible Results

Open Courses
Bespoke Training

Essential Management Skills

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Ideal if you’ve had no formal training or you are new to the role. Cover all the essentials of management in this engaging course. ILM & CPD accredited.

Open Course Dates

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Management training delivered at various locations throughout the UK. All levels from Team Leader to Senior Manager. Practical, engaging and fun. Accreditation options.

Bespoke Training

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Bespoke, customised management training based around your exact requirements and needs. One off training courses or on-going management programmes.


ENGAGING & TRANSFORMATIONAL

Management Training

MTD Training is a specialist management training provider based in the UK. Founded in 2001, we have delivered management training courses to more than 9,000 organisations, from FTSE 100 companies to fast-growing SMEs. Our management training is ILM and CPD accredited, delivered by practitioners with real-world experience, and designed around one principle: if behaviour doesn’t change back at work, the training hasn’t worked.

We offer open management training courses across the UK in London, Manchester, Bristol, and Coventry, as well as bespoke in-house management training programmes tailored to your team. Whether you need a 1-day course for new managers or a 12-month management development programme for your leadership team, we can help.


Our Management Training Options

Whether you’re a new manager looking to build confidence or an experienced leader aiming to refine your skills, our award-winning management training courses provide the tools you need to excel.

Designed and delivered by accredited industry experts, our courses combine practical strategies, real-world case studies, and interactive learning to ensure immediate workplace impact.

Held across the UK, our training is engaging, hands-on, and backed by industry-recognised certifications, including ILM & CPD accreditation, giving you a formal certification to showcase your expertise. To ensure long-term success, every participant receives ongoing post-course support from our expert trainers, along with exclusive access to comprehensive learning resources, helping you apply and sustain your new managerial skills.


Case Studies

Click below for some client success stories

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“How can we prepare our leaders for transformational change?”

Discover how we helped Great Western Railway to be £1.2 million better off due to the positive changes their managers made due to the programme.

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“How can we equip our new managers to lead with confidence?”

Discover how we helped First Group to improve the confidence levels of their new managers by 19%.

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“How can we create consistent leadership across our existing managers?”

Discover how we helped Mirus to improve the confidence levels of their managers by 22%.

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Bespoke Management Training

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Our bespoke training options bring expert-led learning directly to you, whether at your workplace or a location of your choice. Each course is custom-built to align with your specific objectives, ensuring practical, real-world impact.

Our industry-accredited trainers take the time to understand your needs, designing and delivering training that is engaging, relevant, and results-focused. This personalised approach has earned us recognition and trust from leading organisations.

All our in-house courses are CPD-accredited, providing formal certification, plus exclusive resources to help managers apply their learning at work. With flexible scheduling, choose from back-to-back sessions or spaced-out training days tailored to your team’s availability and learning style.

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Please complete our enquiry form with your requirements or give our team a call.

Management Development Programmes

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In addition to 1 to 3 day management courses we have extensive experience in creating on-going management training programmes for all different levels.

These normally consist of several core modules delivered over a 3 to 18 month period and can be workshop based or a blended approach.

Since 2001 we’ve been delivering programmes that have made a measurable impact on organisations of all sizes.

The likes of Xerox, Allianz, Waitrose, Great Western Railway, and numerous other private and public sector organisations put their trust in us to develop their leaders.

Find out about our management development programmes


Led By Industry Experts

Both our HQ team and training team bring real leadership experience from the field

Sean McPheat - Founder and CEO of MTD Training

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Sean is the driving force behind MTD. With over 30 years of hands-on business experience, he sets the strategy and keeps MTD ahead of the curve. He’s also an author and much sought after keynote speaker.

Kelli Grinter - Chief Operating Officer at MTD Training

KELLI GRINTER

Chief Operating Officer

As MTD’s Chief Operating Officer, Kelli oversees operations, marketing, in-house and apprenticeship programmes. She brings almost 10 years experience supporting delivery for clients like Amazon and Expedia.

Louise Denny - Head of Learning and Development at MTD Training

LOUISE DENNY

Head Of Learning & Development

Louise brings 10+ years of leadership and L&D experience, combining CIPD expertise with a proven track record designing high-impact programmes for national brands and supporting long-term behavioural change.

Mark Williams - Senior Management Trainer at MTD Training

MARK WILLIAMS

Senior Trainer

Mark has over 25 years of coaching experience and specialises in management development. He has supported managers at Peugeot, Citroen, and Jaguar Land Rover to lead with clarity and confidence. His practical approach helps managers deliver results through their teams.

Helen Hamilton - Senior Management Trainer at MTD Training

HELEN HAMILTON

Senior Trainer

Helen brings over 20 years of experience and holds a CIPD Certificate in L&D. She has worked with clients like the NHS, Age UK, and Thorntons. Known for her practical and engaging style, she helps managers step up, lead effectively, and create a positive impact across their teams and organisations.

Jose Ucar - Senior Management Trainer at MTD Training

JOSE UCAR

Senior Trainer

Jose is a global management trainer with 15 years of experience. He has spoken at TEDx events. Combining certified coaching techniques with global experience, he helps managers build confidence, strengthen performance, and deliver results in fast-paced environments.

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Digital Solutions

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Whether it be a course, LIVE webinars, microlearning, or a complete bespoke solution we have several options that can help you.

Our training is practical and interactive. You will not find any traditional, boring solutions at MTD.

Instead, our solutions are engaging and will involve the very latest in learning methodologies to help your managers.

All our solutions are responsive and ideal for mobile and tablet devices so you can take them wherever and whenever you choose.

We also have several accreditation options available to you if you’re looking for formal certification.

Explore our online management training options


Award Winning Training Programmes

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We have won several prestigious awards for our management skills training and leadership training solutions.

Each of the awards have been based around our ability to really listen to what our clients need and then creating a solution that will be engaging and one that will deliver the results that they desire.

Our award-winning programmes have delivered outstanding results transforming the leadership capability of our clients. We know, because we have a specific IMPACTS tool that evaluates the ROI of the training.


Management Training Resources

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Management Training ROI: How to Turn Learning Into Results

A simple, board-ready approach to demonstrating the business value of management training and the impact it makes.

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What Makes Management Training Actually Work (2026 Guide)

Based on 24 years of developing managers. This explains what changes behaviour and why most training fails to stick.

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How to Choose the Right Management Training Provider

A clear, no-nonsense guide to selecting a provider that aligns with your culture, goals and leadership expectations.

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Best Management Training Providers in the UK (2026 Comparison Guide)

Discover the top UK management training providers and practical ways they help your leaders perform at their best.

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Why Most Management Training Fails (And How to Fix It)

Explore why most management training fails in real organisations and how change makes learning stick for good soon.

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Management Training Programme Template (Free 1-Page Download)

Use a clear management training programme template that guides your design and helps teams learn with outcomes now.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is management training?

Management training is the process of developing the skills, knowledge and behaviours that equips new, aspiring and experienced managers to lead teams and manage organisational processes effectively. It covers essential skills such as leadership, coaching, conflict resolution, performance management, communication, operational skills and emotional intelligence to improve team performance. The goal is to ultimately identify and address skill gaps, develop newly promoted managers, improve team performance and develop confidence. Formats can include in-person workshops, in-house training and online programmes. There are several different accreditation and certification options available. MTD Training are a specialist provider and can offer all these services.

Why should organisations invest in management training?

The benefits of management training include increased confidence, clarity of role and skills development for managers. For the team and organisation, the benefits include improved business results, higher morale and increased engagement levels, higher levels of employee satisfaction due to creating a healthy workplace environment aligned to shared goals and improved levels of operational efficiency and productivity.

What training is best for managers?

Here are 16 important training topics for a manager to learn. They cover key soft skills, core management and leadership topics, operational and efficiency skills, team development, and technical topics. Each one will provide the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviour for a manager to excel in their role.

  • Communication Skills
  • Conflict Management
  • Time Management
  • Effective Feedback
  • Managing Change
  • Decision Making
  • Delegation Skills
  • Legal And Ethic
  • Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
  • Performance Management
  • Commercial Awareness
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Effective Problem Solving
  • Leadership Development
  • Delegation Skills
  • Digital Literacy

How much does management training cost?

Management training costs vary depending on the format. Open management training courses typically range from £495 to £695 per delegate for a 1 to 2 day course. Bespoke in-house management training is priced based on your requirements. At MTD, our open courses start from £495 + VAT per person and include ILM and CPD accreditation, course materials, lunch, and post-course support.

What accreditations should I look for in management training?

The two most recognised accreditations for management training in the UK are the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Both provide formal certification that demonstrates the quality and rigour of the training. All MTD management training courses are ILM and CPD accredited.

Can management training be delivered at our offices?

Yes. In-house management training is one of the most popular options for organisations with multiple managers to develop. MTD delivers bespoke management training at your offices or a venue of your choice, anywhere in the UK. The content is tailored to your team’s specific challenges and objectives.

How long does a management training course take?

Most open management training courses run for 1 to 2 days. Management training programmes, which include multiple modules, coaching, and assessments, typically run over 3 to 18 months. The right duration depends on your objectives and the level of your managers.

What is the difference between management training and leadership training?

Management training focuses on the practical skills needed to manage people, processes, and performance – things like delegation, time management, and giving feedback. Leadership training focuses on influence, vision, emotional intelligence, and leading through change. Most managers benefit from both. At MTD, our Essential Management Skills course covers the management fundamentals, and our High-Impact Leadership course builds on those foundations.