Program Overview

Level 5 Operations Manager (CertHE)

Overview

This course is for current or aspiring managers to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours so that they can drive performance and productivity improvements in their organisation. Apprentices will study a broad range of topics: selecting and leading a team, building relationships and communication, developing self-awareness, operational and financial management and project management.

Entry Requirements

• Qualifications: At least three A Levels at Grade C or above and/or two years’ relevant experience.
• Contextual offers: Find out more about contextual offers.
• Equivalences: View other grade equivalences.

How to Apply

Operations Manager does not follow the standard UCAS application process. You can apply to this programme in addition to making applications to any institution through UCAS.

1. Apply directly for a vacancy with a relevant employer – please check their websites for vacancies.
2. Already have a position or job offer from a company that is willing to support your application.

Funding

• Full programme cost: £9,000
• The employer fully covers the cost of the apprenticeship; apprentices do not pay for any of the eligible training costs.
• Employers who pay the Apprenticeship Levy will pay for the apprenticeship fees directly through that contribution.
• UK-based employers who do not pay the Levy will be able to claim 95 per cent of the cost of the apprenticeship from the Government.

Course Content

Integrative in its design and delivery, this qualification is for Operation Managers who take responsibility for people, projects, operations and/or services to deliver organisational success.

Compulsory Modules

• BEM1029DA: Building Relationships and Communication (15 credits)
• BEM1053DA: People Management and Governance (15 credits)
• BEM1055DA: Developing Self and Others (15 credits)
• BEM1057DA: Operational Management (15 credits)
• BEM1032DA: Project Management (60 credits)

Learning

On average, approximately 6 hours per week of a learner’s contractual working time will be given over to study. Apprentices can expect to be stretched and challenged but supported throughout as they develop the academic skills required to be a successful Operations Manager.

Careers

Apprentices will be a full salaried member of an organisation in the UK. Much of the learning will take place at work, either through projects linked to academic content or time set aside for distance learning. Apprentices will be working in an exciting and relevant job from day one of their studies, meaning when they graduate, they'll have both the professional and academic experience sought after by employers.

Related Courses

• Senior Leader
• Chartered Manager
• Senior People Professional Apprenticeship
• Systems Thinking Practitioner
• Project Management

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