Senior Leader Level 7

Outline

At a post graduate diploma level , the Senior Leader apprenticeship, Level 7, is for individuals aspiring to or recently moving into a senior or strategic management role within their organisation.

It will support individuals from the private, public or third sector, and from all sizes of organisation, who want to develop their strategic leadership skills and can include the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Strategic Management and Leadership Level 7 Diploma.

Working with the Apprenticeships at Salford City College team of Management Associates, this apprenticeship will enable senior leaders to implement the essential structure, vision, financial controls and governance that will promote the long-term sustainability of their organisation.

This apprenticeship has been designed to support a wide a range of senior roles including General Managers, Section Leaders, Executives, Directors, COO, CFO, CEO and CIO positions and those undertaking this apprenticeship will need to be in a role that allows them to apply the newly learned knowledge, skills and behaviours to ensure the requirements of the apprenticeship are met.

It will typically take up to two years to complete, although the exact duration will depend on the previous experience and time allocated to study by the individual.

Senior Leaders should provide clear, inclusive and strategic leadership and direction, setting the culture and tone across their area of responsibility or the entire organisation.  Typically, this involves setting, managing and monitoring resources to ensure the achievement of strategic objectives of their organisation.

There are no formal minimum entry requirements to join the programme; these are typically set by your employer. An appropriate amount of management experience with sufficient exposure and opportunity to be able to fulfil the apprenticeship requirement is ideal.

On completion, apprentices can register as full members with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) to support their professional career development and progression. Those with three years of management experience can also apply for Chartered Manager status through the CMI.

Assessment

The Senior Leader apprenticeship delivery model includes: Support from a dedicated and skilled Management Associate, Monthly one-to-one coaching support, visits and guidance, Monthly workshops and training sessions, Webinars/Teams digital sessions and online resources, Annual Leadership and Management Conference, featuring interactive meetings and networking opportunities, and support and readiness checks

On Programme Assessment

Development of a portfolio of evidence including reports, evidence of tasks undertaken, demonstrations, presentations, assignments, emails, and observations.

End Point Assessment

The End point assessment takes place at the end of the apprentice’s learning and development. The requirement is that the end point assessment is completed within five months from the start of the end point assessment period. The end point assessment is made up of the following components:

• A strategic business proposal, presentation with questions
• A professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence

Entry Requirements

Each organisation will have their own entry requirements, and must be able to provide opportunities to work towards this apprenticeship as part of the job role.

Apprentices aged 16-18 must achieve Level 2 maths and English, prior to End Point Assessment or provide a certificate of prior achievement (GCSE Grade C/4 or above). For Apprentices aged 19+ Level 2 maths and English are optional – to be agreed at the start of programme.

Funding may be available to cover this apprenticeship, please contact us for more information on eligibility.

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