Express Delivery Manager Degree Apprenticeship

Program Overview

The Express Delivery Manager Degree Apprenticeship equips individuals with industry-specific skills to advance in management roles within the express delivery industry. Through a combination of theoretical and practical learning, apprentices gain expertise in areas such as logistics, operations, and customer service. The program culminates in a BSc (Hons) degree and supports career progression within the express delivery sector.

Program Outline

It is particularly relevant to roles such as Hub Managers, Sortation Operations Managers, and Delivery Operations Managers. Upon completion, apprentices will receive both an apprenticeship certificate and a BSc (Hons) Express Delivery Manager. The course is accredited by the Institute of Couriers.

Outline:

• Year 1:
• Compulsory modules:
• Management in Express Logistics
• Principles of Business Management and Strategy
• Transport Land Use Planning
• Year 2:
• Compulsory modules:
• Applied Industry Standards and Practice
• Leadership and Management
• Marketing and Customer Expectation
• Transport Policy, Legislation and Environment
• Research Methods for Managers: This module focuses on research methods, encompassing research designs, statistics, data analysis, and report writing.
• Year 3:
• Compulsory modules:
• Best Practice Behaviour
• Demand Management
• Contingencies and Continuity

Assessment:

Apprentices are assessed through a variety of methods throughout the course, including:

• Regular on-programme assessment: Evaluates knowledge, skills, and behaviors, involving both the employer and the University.
• Portfolio development: Demonstrates learning and development activities, as well as their application in the workplace.
• End-point assessment: Reviews overall achievements during the apprenticeship, encompassing:
• Review of portfolio of evidence
• Review of work-based project
• Presentation and interview

Teaching:

• Teaching and learning: The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring apprentices gain a comprehensive understanding of the express delivery industry.
• Faculty: The University of West London has a strong track record in delivering transport and supply chain education and boasts excellent links with the sector, providing apprentices with opportunities to learn from industry experts.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: The degree apprenticeship prepares individuals for a range of management roles within the express delivery industry.
• Opportunities: The program equips apprentices with the skills and knowledge necessary to advance their careers in the sector.
• Outcomes: Successful completion of the program leads to a BSc (Hons) Express Delivery Manager degree, enhancing career prospects and providing a competitive edge in the job market.

Other:

The University of West London is the first provider in the country to offer sector-specific industry training designed to equip express delivery managers with the abilities required to be successful managers across a range of roles. The apprenticeship will cover both operational skills and a broader array of underpinning knowledge covering industry-wide issues. This course is designed to be relevant to Hub Managers, Sortation Operations Managers, Delivery Operations Managers, and more. The program is accredited by the Institute of Couriers. To further progress their career, individuals may consider the Senior Leader Apprenticeship.

• Fees: While there are no tuition fees payable by apprentices, additional costs may be incurred outside of the apprenticeship levy funding.
• Admission Requirements: Applicants are expected to hold A levels (or equivalent) or existing relevant Level 3 qualifications.
Prior experience may also be considered.