Become a Chartered Manager (CMgr)

What is a Chartered Manager?

Chartered Managers play a key role in shaping organisational performance. They lead teams, manage resources, drive change and ensure that people, processes and outcomes align with strategic objectives. CMgr status demonstrates that you consistently apply high standards of professional management and that you make a measurable impact through your work.

The IET has partnered with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) to offer a tailored route for IET Members who hold CEng or IEng and have 5 or more years of management experience.

The pathway recognises both your engineering expertise and your leadership capability, offering a well-respected chartered credential that supports further career progression.

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Benefits of CMgr registration

Achieving Chartered Manager status provides several advantages for engineering and technology leaders.

• Leadership recognition
  CMgr demonstrates that you are an effective, credible and responsible manager.
• Enhanced career progression
  The designation supports advancement into senior leadership, programme management and strategic roles.
• Stronger employer confidence
  CMgr shows that you bring professional discipline, ethical practice and high standards to management.
• Evidence of measurable impact
  Your achievements, improvements and organisational contributions are formally recognised.
• Dual recognition
  You’ll hold professional recognition status from both the IET and CMI, reflecting your combined technical and managerial strength.

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Eligibility criteria for CMgr

The IET’s CMgr pathway is designed for engineers and technologists with established leadership responsibilities.

To be eligible, you must:

• Be a current Member of the IET
• Hold either Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registration
• Have at least five years of management experience
• Be able to demonstrate leadership impact, people management and strategic contribution
• Show commitment to professional management practice.

For more information about the routes to becoming a Chartered Manager, visit the CMI website.

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How to apply for CMgr

Your application is made through the IET in partnership with CMI. The process is structured and supported at each stage.

If you meet the above criteria and would like to apply, please send an email to membership@theiet.org with your membership number. We will send you a link to the online application form.

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What happens after you apply

Once you have completed your online form, a member of the team at CMI will be in touch to discuss your application and the next steps.

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