Managers and leaders 

Occupation scope and impact

Managers in the sport and physical activity sector are essential to ensuring that organisations run smoothly. With managers at every level of organisations – from first-line entry managers to general managers and senior leadership positions – there are a wide range of ways that they support the provision of excellent participant experiences.

Their responsibilities may include managing people, facilities, activity programmes, business strategies and more.

From
£176.40*
per year (inc VAT)

*discounts apply if your organisation is a CIMSPA employer partner

Professional status

Having a professional status is a way to show the world that you are a trained and highly skilled manager. Gain professional recognition for your knowledge, skills and experience by sharing your status with employers, clients and your peers. 

As you progress in your career, gain new professional statuses that celebrate your expertise and allow you to explore more opportunities in your work. 

Find out more about professional status

Entry Manager

You are currently working in a first-line management position. You are dedicated to your professional development and providing the best possible experience to participants. 

Professional Status

Title

You will gain the professional status title of Entry Manager. You will be able to use this to ensure that clients and employers understand exactly what you are capable of, linked directly to the sector’s professional standards:

  • Try using your title in your website or social media bio to show clients that you’re a trained expert. Many other professions such as healthcare practitioners and financial advisers use these to demonstrate their credibility.
  • When applying for jobs, your professional status title is an important addition to your CV. Employers will be able to see your skill level and are assured that your qualifications are quality assured – all from a quick glance.

Postnominals

You will gain the postnominals of MCIMSPA.

Many established professions, such as accountancy and medicine, use postnominal letters to show that an individual is accredited by a professional body.

You will be able to use yours after your name on social media, your website and business communications to demonstrate that you are a recognised professional.

Find out more about postnominals

Accreditation credentials

Your accreditation credentials – which take the form of a digital badge – will offer a verifiable visual representation of your professional status which you can use on your website and social media to showcase your expertise. When you click on them, anyone will be able to see further information about your status and that it is verified and up to date.

Find out more about accreditation credentials

You will need to complete the Entry Manager occupational professional standard by evidencing all of its competency statements. 

Find out how to evidence

£176.40*
per year (inc VAT)
*discounts apply if your organisation is a CIMSPA employer partner

General Manager

You are an experienced manager in the sport and physical activity sector and are working in a role such as centre manager, operation manager, business manager, contract manager, governing body manager or head of department. You could also be a sport development manager or other manager in a community sports setting. You are dedicated to your professional development and providing the best possible experience to participants. 

Professional Status

Title

You will gain the professional status title of General Manager. You will be able to use this to ensure that clients and employers understand exactly what you are capable of, linked directly to the sector’s professional standards:

  • Try using your title in your website or social media bio to show clients that you’re a trained expert. Many other professions such as healthcare practitioners and financial advisers use these to demonstrate their credibility.
  • When applying for jobs, your professional status title is an important addition to your CV. Employers will be able to see your skill level and are assured that your qualifications are quality assured – all from a quick glance.

Postnominals

You will gain the postnominals of MCIMSPA.

Many established professions, such as accountancy and medicine, use postnominal letters to show that an individual is accredited by a professional body.

You will be able to use yours after your name on social media, your website and business communications to demonstrate that you are a recognised professional.

Find out more about postnominals

Accreditation credentials

Your accreditation credentials – which take the form of a digital badge – will offer a verifiable visual representation of your professional status which you can use on your website and social media to showcase your expertise. When you click on them, anyone will be able to see further information about your status and that it is verified and up to date.

Find out more about accreditation credentials

You will need to complete the General Manager occupational professional standard by evidencing all of its competency statements. 

Find out how to evidence

£176.40*
per year (inc VAT)
*discounts apply if your organisation is a CIMSPA employer partner

Advanced General Manager

You are an experienced manager in the sport and physical activity sector. Through your excellent performance and achievements, you have reached a position of significant responsibility within your organisation. 

Professional Status

Title

You will gain the professional status title of Advanced General Manager. You will be able to use this to ensure that clients and employers understand exactly what you are capable of, linked directly to the sector’s professional standards:

  • Try using your title in your website or social media bio to show clients that you’re a trained expert. Many other professions such as healthcare practitioners and financial advisers use these to demonstrate their credibility.
  • When applying for jobs, your professional status title is an important addition to your CV. Employers will be able to see your skill level and are assured that your qualifications are quality assured – all from a quick glance.

Postnominals

You will gain the postnominals of MCIMSPA.

Many established professions, such as accountancy and medicine, use postnominal letters to show that an individual is accredited by a professional body.

You will be able to use yours after your name on social media, your website and business communications to demonstrate that you are a recognised professional.

Find out more about postnominals

Accreditation credentials

Your accreditation credentials – which take the form of a digital badge – will offer a verifiable visual representation of your professional status which you can use on your website and social media to showcase your expertise. When you click on them, anyone will be able to see further information about your status and that it is verified and up to date.

Find out more about accreditation credentials

You will need to complete the General Manager occupational professional standard by evidencing all of its competency statements. 

You will also need to provide evidence of: 

  • having reached a position of significant responsibility 
  • significant professional achievement 
  • distinguished service. 

Find out how to evidence

£201.60*
per year (inc VAT)
*discounts apply if your organisation is a CIMSPA employer partner

Chartered General Manager

This chartered status shows that you are an established and excellent manager in the sport and physical activity sector. You move your organisation forwards with success. 

By gaining this professional status, you are showing employers, clients and everyone else that you are an expert in your field. 

Find out more about chartered status

Professional Status

Title

You will gain the professional status title of Chartered General Manager. You will be able to use this to ensure that clients and employers understand exactly what you are capable of, linked directly to the sector’s professional standards:

  • Try using your title in your website or social media bio to show clients that you’re a trained expert. Many other professions such as healthcare practitioners and financial advisers use these to demonstrate their credibility.
  • When applying for jobs, your professional status title is an important addition to your CV. Employers will be able to see your skill level and are assured that your qualifications are quality assured – all from a quick glance.

Postnominals

You will gain the postnominals of MCIMSPA (Chartered).

Many established professions, such as accountancy and medicine, use postnominal letters to show that an individual is accredited by a professional body.

You will be able to use yours after your name on social media, your website and business communications to demonstrate that you are a recognised professional.

Find out more about postnominals

Accreditation credentials

Your accreditation credentials – which take the form of a digital badge – will offer a verifiable visual representation of your professional status which you can use on your website and social media to showcase your expertise. When you click on them, anyone will be able to see further information about your status and that it is verified and up to date.

Find out more about accreditation credentials

You will need to complete the General Manager occupational professional standard by evidencing all of its competency statements. 

You will also need to complete the CIMSPA Chartered General Manager assessment process, through which you will demonstrate your experience and sustained positive impact within your role. 

Find out how to evidence

Learn more about the assessment process

£245.70*
per year (inc VAT)
*discounts apply if your organisation is a CIMSPA employer partner

Senior Manager

You are a manager with substantial responsibility for people, a portfolio of programmes, projects, operations and/or services. You ensure the delivery of long-term organisational success. You are dedicated to your professional development and providing the best possible experience to participants. 

Professional Status

Title

You will gain the professional status title of Senior Manager. You will be able to use this to ensure that clients and employers understand exactly what you are capable of, linked directly to the sector’s professional standards:

  • Try using your title in your website or social media bio to show clients that you’re a trained expert. Many other professions such as healthcare practitioners and financial advisers use these to demonstrate their credibility.
  • When applying for jobs, your professional status title is an important addition to your CV. Employers will be able to see your skill level and are assured that your qualifications are quality assured – all from a quick glance.

Postnominals

You will gain the postnominals of MCIMSPA.

Many established professions, such as accountancy and medicine, use postnominal letters to show that an individual is accredited by a professional body.

You will be able to use yours after your name on social media, your website and business communications to demonstrate that you are a recognised professional.

Find out more about postnominals

Accreditation credentials

Your accreditation credentials – which take the form of a digital badge – will offer a verifiable visual representation of your professional status which you can use on your website and social media to showcase your expertise. When you click on them, anyone will be able to see further information about your status and that it is verified and up to date.

Find out more about accreditation credentials

You will need to complete the Senior Manager occupational professional standard by evidencing all of its competency statements. 

Find out how to evidence

£176.40*
per year (inc VAT)
*discounts apply if your organisation is a CIMSPA employer partner

Advanced Senior Manager

You are an accomplished manager with substantial responsibility for people, a portfolio of programmes, projects, operations and/or services. You have excelled in the delivery of long-term success and significantly contributed to your organisation. 

Professional Status

Title

You will gain the professional status title of Advanced Senior Manager. You will be able to use this to ensure that clients and employers understand exactly what you are capable of, linked directly to the sector’s professional standards:

  • Try using your title in your website or social media bio to show clients that you’re a trained expert. Many other professions such as healthcare practitioners and financial advisers use these to demonstrate their credibility.
  • When applying for jobs, your professional status title is an important addition to your CV. Employers will be able to see your skill level and are assured that your qualifications are quality assured – all from a quick glance.

Postnominals

You will gain the postnominals of FCIMSPA.

Many established professions, such as accountancy and medicine, use postnominal letters to show that an individual is accredited by a professional body.

You will be able to use yours after your name on social media, your website and business communications to demonstrate that you are a recognised professional.

Find out more about postnominals

Accreditation credentials

Your accreditation credentials – which take the form of a digital badge – will offer a verifiable visual representation of your professional status which you can use on your website and social media to showcase your expertise. When you click on them, anyone will be able to see further information about your status and that it is verified and up to date.

Find out more about accreditation credentials

You will need to complete the Senior Manager occupational professional standard by evidencing all of its competency statements. 

You will also need to provide evidence of significant professional achievement and a record of distinguished service. 

Find out how to evidence

£201.60*
per year (inc VAT)
*discounts apply if your organisation is a CIMSPA employer partner

Chartered Senior Manager

This is the highest professional status for managers in the sport and physical activity sector. You are well-established and excellent in your career, and you have contributed towards moving the sector forwards with success. 

By gaining this professional status, you are showing that you are a leading expert in the sector. 

Find out more about chartered status

Professional Status

Title

You will gain the professional status title of Chartered Senior Manager. You will be able to use this to ensure that clients and employers understand exactly what you are capable of, linked directly to the sector’s professional standards:

  • Try using your title in your website or social media bio to show clients that you’re a trained expert. Many other professions such as healthcare practitioners and financial advisers use these to demonstrate their credibility.
  • When applying for jobs, your professional status title is an important addition to your CV. Employers will be able to see your skill level and are assured that your qualifications are quality assured – all from a quick glance.

Postnominals

You will gain the postnominals of FCIMSPA (Chartered).

Many established professions, such as accountancy and medicine, use postnominal letters to show that an individual is accredited by a professional body.

You will be able to use yours after your name on social media, your website and business communications to demonstrate that you are a recognised professional.

Find out more about postnominals

Accreditation credentials

Your accreditation credentials – which take the form of a digital badge – will offer a verifiable visual representation of your professional status which you can use on your website and social media to showcase your expertise. When you click on them, anyone will be able to see further information about your status and that it is verified and up to date.

Find out more about accreditation credentials

You will need to complete the Senior Manager occupational professional standard by evidencing all of its competency statements. 

You will also need to complete the CIMSPA Chartered Senior Manager assessment process, through which you will demonstrate your experience and sustained positive impact on the sector as a whole. 

Find out how to evidence

£283.50*
per year (inc VAT)
*discounts apply if your organisation is a CIMSPA employer partner

Apply for your professional status

Step 1 – prepare your evidence, apply and pay 

Provide evidence of your qualifications and CPD documentation in PDF, JPEG or PNG format. 

Debit card, credit card or direct debit payment options are available. 

Step 2 – We will process your application 

You will receive email updates as we review your application. 

We will let you know if we require any further information from you. 

You will receive an email confirming that your professional status has been approved. 

Chartered Status

To start your journey to the highest levels of professional status in sport and physical activity, please complete the enquiry form linked below. 

Our accreditation team will then contact you to guide you through your first steps to chartered success. 

Start my chartered journey

Supporting your career

Take complete control of your career progression and stay at the forefront of our sector. 

To help you maximise your professional status and develop your knowledge and skills, we offer a range of exclusive benefits that complement your professional status: 

  • Receive discounts on endorsed qualifications and CPD from a range of training providers. 
  • Enhance your career prospects – many of our Employer Partners commit to only employing professional status holders. 
  • Gain exclusive access to Move Professional, our quarterly online publication giving you the latest sector news and tips for progressing your career. 
  • Get regular bite-sized sector updates via email with our tailored monthly bulletin. 
  • Learn and develop through CIMSPA’s member-only webinars featuring cross-sector experts. 
  • Make connections through CIMSPA and partner events and conferences and at our professional development boards and consultations (by invitation). 
  • Be the first to hear about opportunities to be involved with CIMSPA consultations and insight, helping to influence sector policy and future research. 
  • Take part in focus groups and committees to help shape the sector’s future.