This apprenticeship is suitable for professional strategic leaders in private, public or third sector organisations of all sizes and for individuals who lead, manage and direct organisations. Specific job roles may include; General Manager, Senior Manager, Section Leader, Executive, Director, COO, CFO, CEO, CIO.
All successful Apprentices will achieve:
- Level 7 Post Graduate Diploma (PGDip) in Business Administration
- Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship
- Upon successful completion of the End Point Assessment (EPA) Chartered Manager status (CMgr) with the CMI
- Membership of the Chartered Management Institute (MCMI), subject to subscription
Upon completion of the programme, you also have the option to progress further onto the Executive Business MBA (subject to availability and additional costs).
You will gain an understanding of diverse management theories, learn and critically analyse the latest approaches to improve strategic thinking. You'll develop the analytical and critical thinking skills necessary to solve problems and lead complex change. This programme is aligned to the Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship standard, and in collaboration with employers and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
The blended work-based programme typically takes just under two years. It is taught over eighteen months for the four subject modules; four days per module over consecutive months, with two days teaching on campus and a further two days teaching online. After the completion of the four taught modules, apprentices will work towards their end-point assessment (EPA) which has a timeframe of typically five months.
The programme will be delivered through a series of face-to-face and online seminars, real-world projects, interactive class room activities and simulations. Taught days will be complemented with distance learning and self- directed study.
- Dynamic Leadership for Organisations
- Financial Decision Making
- Strategy in Turbulent Times
- Reshaping the Future of Work
- End Point Assessment
The programme is designed to enable apprentices to apply the academic theory to their own organisation and role. There are a variety of assessment methods including; reports, presentations, posters, and podcasts.
All apprentices are required to create a portfolio which will capture the knowledge, skills and behaviours developed on the programme and in the workplace. This will contribute to their EPA and enable apprentices to reflect, plan and evaluate their development.