Operations/Department Manager - Professional Apprenticeship - Standard - Level 5

Overview

Important information

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This is a professional apprenticeship aimed at aspiring, existing operations or departmental managers who may already have gained practical experience but wish to further develop their theoretical understanding of management skills.

It is suitable for someone who manages a team and/or projects and achieves operational/departmental goals and objectives. This person will be accountable to a more senior manager or business owner and will be responsible for leading and managing teams, managing change, financial and resources management and coaching and mentoring.

Start dates and fees

The apprenticeship programme can begin at any time of the year. This might be in line with your start date of employment or perhaps a review with your employer where your development is discussed.

Government funding may be available to your employer to help fund this apprenticeship, alternatively your employer may have apprenticeship levy funds available.

For more information about apprenticeships including our current vacancies, please visit our apprenticeship page.

What will I study?

The course will cover the following units:

Personal and Professional Development
Principles of Management and Leadership
Managing and Leading Individuals and Teams
Creating and Delivering Operational Plans
Managing Finance
Managing Stakeholder Relationships
Managing Projects
Managing Change

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including maths and English.

Study programmes - essential skills for employment

If you're a student between the ages of 16 and 18 (or 19 to 25 with an EHC Plan) we want to make sure you have the best possible chances of landing an awesome job once you finish college.

Students who haven't achieved a grade 4/C in GCSE maths or English to continue studying these subjects while you're here with us. By doing so, you'll be building a strong foundation of skills that will significantly boost your employability in the future.

Think of it as a chance to supercharge your knowledge and abilities. You'll be equipped with the tools necessary to tackle the world beyond college with confidence. Plus, we'll be right here to support you every step of the way.

In addition, to help you gain essential skills for employment, all students aged 19 and under and studying a full-time course with us will take part in our study programmes.

How long is the course?

There are eight units studied over two years.

Location

Derby Road Campus

How will I be assessed?

A combination of on-programme assessment and end-point assessment. On-programme assessment will include:

Assignments/reports/presentations – to make up a portfolio
Review of performance between apprentice and line manager
360° feedback
Continual professional development log
Work-based project

End-point assessment will include:

Independent review of portfolio
Written test using a series of different scenarios and situations
Presentation and Q&A
Interview and professional discussion

Employer commitment

An employer must be prepared to provide the learner with the opportunity to carry out their work and be involved in new projects which will enable the learner to produce evidence towards their qualification.

Employer involvement is very important for the learner to achieve success and this will mean a series of reviews of the learner’s progress towards meeting specific outcomes. This ensures continued progress through the apprenticeship by resolving issues and providing challenges for the learner.