The L5 Diploma in CMD.
Bringing Diploma-level innovation to Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA), Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and Conventional Munitions Disposal (CMD) qualifications.
Five intensive days strictly for IMAS EOD Level 3+ operators, leading to the very highest accredited qualification in HMA, EOD and CMD. Built to take you from accomplished technician to credible Programme Lead.
- Duration5 days
- Entry levelIMAS EOD L3+
- AwardOCNC4L L5 Diploma in CMD
- First intake29th March 2027
- LocationPeja, Kosovo
The Level 5 Diploma in CMD should not be confused with the IMAS Levels which happen to use a similar ‘L’ identifying system. A standard Level 5 Diploma is an advanced programme of study, and this specific course is highly focused on Management and Leadership within this sector.
This mapped Diploma-level qualification, like your L3 and L3+ certification and many other qualifications we offer here, is accredited by Open College Network Credit for Learning (OCNC4L) and aligned to UK nationally recognised regulatory standards.
There is simply no higher externally accredited Diploma-level qualification in HMA, EOD or CMD.
From experienced operator to credible programme leader.
Our IMAS EOD and IEDD courses already touch on management, but they are rightly technical at heart. Programme leadership asks for something else: the confidence to make the right organisational call under pressure, with far less certainty and many more competing interests.
The L5 Diploma in CMD is a natural progression from the IMAS L3+ training and operational experience. This will further develop your knowledge and skills in your future Management and Leadership role, enhancing your confidence to consistently make the right organisational call under pressure, with far less certainty and many more competing interests.
We have created this course to be the final bridge to provide a high-level vocational qualification for those working in IMAS standard CMD.
The Level 5 Diploma in CMD consists of an intensive week of Management and Leadership focused modules. This will further develop your technical knowledge and operational skills with complementary competencies, so you can sit across the table from regulators, donors and legal teams as a fully informed and confident participant.
Step up to Programme Lead
Want to make the move from accomplished technical EOD operator to credible Programme Lead? This is the week that prepares you for the responsibilities, demands, challenges and the thrills that come with true leadership in the field.
Or simply earn the letters
Just want the letters after your name? L5 Dip. CMD (OCNC4L) is the pinnacle academic, diploma-level achievement in IMAS EOD, and a clear marker of seniority wherever your career takes you.
Strictly for IMAS EOD Level 3+ technicians
You must hold an IMAS EOD Level 3+ certificate before you can be accepted onto the L5 Diploma course.
Qualifications gained outside MAT Kosovo will be assessed by our subject matter experts.
Management-focused modules.
Grounded in a HMA, CMD and EOD context.
01Team Management
Leadership, management and change models applied to real operations. SMART objectives, ethical decision-making, delegation and constructive feedback.
02Resource Management
Planning people, time, money, materials and technology. Tracking consumption, staying compliant and anticipating resource risk.
03Data Management
Why more data isn't always better data. Challenge the statistics put in front of you and commission fit-for-purpose data collection.
04Stakeholder Management
Map who matters, what they expect and how much influence they hold. Build an engagement strategy and adapt it as things change.
05Extreme HR & Situations
What goes wrong under extreme pressure: cultural collapse, cover-ups and shooting the messenger, through real life cases.
06Incident & Accident Investigation
Run a fair, thorough Board of Inquiry: evidence and chain of custody, root-cause analysis, clear reporting and corrective action.
Every module is taught through real case studies and scenario work, substantively drawn from our in-field and in-country experience.
Your week at MAT Kosovo- 1MonManagement & Leadership
- 2TueResource · Data Management
- 3WedStakeholder · HR & Situations
- 4ThuIncident Investigation
- 5FriEvaluation & DebriefGala Dinner & Awards Evening
You have put in the groundwork.
Now climb the summit.
Your diploma awaits.
To have your L5 Diploma in CMD awarded, both the IMAS EOD Level 3+ and this L5 Diploma Course are required, whichever route you take.
The CMD route
EOD L1 & L2 → L3 → L3+ → L5 Diploma Course
The Conversion route
Conversion Course → L3 → L3+ → L5 Diploma Course
The Hybrid route
EOD L3 → L3+ + IEDD L1 & L2 → L5 Diploma Course
All routes are valid. Qualifications gained outside MAT Kosovo will be assessed by our subject matter experts.
Open book and peer led.
- Case study analysis in small teams
- Plenary discussions
- Role-play and practical exercises
- Student-led focus sessions
Continuous assessment.
- Observation on scenario exercises
- Case study scoring and breakout groups
- Written assessments and homework
- Monitored by our Internal Quality Assurer
Prepare ahead.
- Joining instructions and PDF theory manual
- All course materials on USB to keep
The world's leading humanitarian EOD & IEDD training establishment.
- 15+years training HMA, CMD and EOD operators
to IMAS standards - 100%safety record: Not a single UXO incident
- OCNC4LOpen College Network Credit for Learning
ensures mapping to UK regulatory framework
Ready for the L5 Diploma in CMD course?
- Dates
- 29th Mar 2027
- Duration
- 5 days, Mon–Fri
- Venue
- MAT Kosovo, Peja
- Fee
- Enquire
- Award
- L5 Diploma in CMD
Places are limited.
Pre-register now and we will be in touch with dates and joining instructions.
* About OCNC4L: Founded in 1980, OCN Credit For Learning are a UK-based accrediting organisation with both UK national and international scope. They support education providers like PCM MAT Kosovo by providing full accreditation mapped to national standards.