Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship
Project management as a discipline applies to business projects of all types and requires balancing the demands for time, quality, scope and cost inherent in any project.
This apprenticeship is designed to provide the knowledge and build the practical skills and behaviours required for a project manager to successfully manage the initiation, planning, execution and control of projects.
At a glance
Level 4
Fully funded
15-18 months
Accredited to IPMA Level D by the Association for Project Management
Programme Overview
This programme allows apprentices to progress through each core theme exploring themselves as project leaders with many responsibilities: to be an effective part of a project team, to manage a variety of projects, and to deliver results and reach organisational goals.
This Level 4 apprenticeship is accredited to IPMA Level D by the Association for Project Management.
Due to recent changes to the funding rules, we are currently reviewing our apprenticeship information and policies.
Modules - 4 months
Module 1 - Introduction & Self-Efficacy
Module 2 - Project Management Foundations
Module 3 - Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Modules - 4 months
Module 4 - Leadership & Effective Teamwork
Module 5 - Managing Project Scope, Schedule & Resources
Module 6 - Optimisation, Execution & Control
Modules - 4 months
Module 7 - Procurement Management
Module 8 - Risk & Quality Management
Module 9 - Project Closures & Lessons Learned
Modules - 4 months
Module 10 - Project Excellence & Sustainability
Module 11 - Lean & Agile Project Management
Module 12 - The Future of Project Management
Assessment - 3 months
Gateway 1 - IPMA Level D Certification
Gateway 2 - End Point Assessment
Workshop content and timings subject to change
Delivery Method
This apprenticeship is delivered fully online within 15-18 months (including gateway).
Three, full-day live sessions - one per term.
All 12 modules are completed through virtual, self-paced study, with regular assessor review meetings to keep you on track.
Each module focuses on and combines various learning areas and features one practice based summative assessment [work-relevant deliverables] as well as several formative assessments, quizzes and practice activities
Apprenticeships at Hult Ashridge
All of our apprenticeships are developed and regularly reviewed by our expert faculty, to ensure that the latest research and critical thinking is included to tackle the ever-changing organisational landscapes and challenges faced by leaders and their businesses.
We teach through a combination of live online session, on-site training days and virtual study. All learning materials are accessible to the apprentice 24/7 on Canvas.
Throughout the apprentice's time at Ashridge, we hold regular tripartite meetings between a member of our apprentice support team, the apprentice, and their line manager to discuss progression so far and any additional support needs.
The programme has made me more aware of the wider business I work in and has exposed me to lots of practical content I would not have encountered just from working.
Felix Tyszkiewicz
Level 4 Associate Project Manager
20% Off the Job
This programme requires 20% off-the-job training.
This is a statutory requirement that means the learning takes place during the apprentice's normal, paid working hours, for the purpose of achieving the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the apprenticeship standard.
Funding & admissions
This programme is fully funded under the UK apprenticeship levy for employers in England.
Entry requirements
Individual employers will set the selection criteria for their Apprenticeships
Skills Scan - to be completed by all applicants and their line managers
A levels (work experience will be considered in place of formal qualifications)
Candidates will typically have five GCSEs at Grade C or higher, including English and Maths, and hold a minimum of 48 UCAS points (or equivalent)
Funding rules require individuals to be employed and working at least 50% in England
Strong personal motivation and capability to benefit from and contribute to the program
Line manager support to undertake work-based assignments and build a portfolio of evidence
Apprentices without Level 2 English and Maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End Point Assessment
Programme Funding
| Fees | |
|---|---|
| Programme Funding + End Point Assessment | Fully funded through Apprenticeship Levy (Funding band 6,000 GBP) |
Faculty
Our apprenticeship faculty are practitioners first, academics second. They have real, lived experience of business and boardrooms, as well as a commitment to academic rigour and research.
Juan Zuliani
BA (Hons), MBA