Senior Leader Apprenticeship
There is always more to learn about being a great leader, which is where the Level 7 Senior Leader apprenticeship comes in. Our faculty - experts in leadership and organisational development - teach vital leadership and management skills to high potential employees.
At a glance
Level 7
2.5 years
Level up to MSc/MBA
Next intake: September 2023
Programme Overview
This is a relatively new apprenticeship, following a consultation period in 2020. Through this new apprenticeship standard, we provide three pathways for apprentices.
The learning to the Level 7 Senior Leader Standard is fully funded by the apprenticeship levy. We are also giving apprentices the option to "level up" for an additional fee, following successful completion of their end point assessment. This enables them to finish with an MSc in Leadership and Management, or an Executive MBA.
Apprenticeship in Leadership & Management
A two-and-a-half-year programme. Ideal for apprentices wishing to enhance their leadership and management skills without a formal academic qualification.
Blended learning (2.5 years inc. EPA)
Apprenticeship only
Fully funded by UK Apprenticeship Levy
Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership & Management
A two-year programme, ideal for apprentices who want to level up to an academic qualification. The Postgraduate Diploma runs concurrently with the apprenticeship at no additional cost. Must complete PGDip to have option to Level Up to MSc.
Blended learning (2.5 years inc. EPA)
Level up to MSc in Leadership & Management for £4,000
Can decide to level up at any point throughout apprenticeship
MBA Pathway
A two-and-a-half year programme. Complete the apprenticeship, then level up to achieve the MBA. This is an additional 6 months including the final work-based project.
Blended learning (2.5 years inc. EPA)
Level up to MBA for £10,000
Must decide prior to application if taking academic route
Workshop content and timings subject to change
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 MyCourses.
Throughout the apprentice's time at Hult Ashridge, we hold 12-weekly 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.
It has opened my eyes & enabled me to start asking the right questions and see things in a different way. I've developed my strategic skills and feel better equipped to lead sustainable business development, which is critical for us all as we consider our changing world of work.
Sam Massingham
Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship (MBA pathway)
Off-The-Job Training
This programme requires 6 hours per week 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
Hult Ashridge works with employers to 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
Provide proof of achievement for English and/or Maths qualification at Level 2 with a Grade C or above
Programme Funding
| Fees | |
|---|---|
| Apprenticeship in Leadership & Management Programme Fee + End Point Assessment | Fully funded through Apprenticeship Levy (Funding band 14,000 GBP) |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership & Management Programme Fee + End Point Assessment | Fully funded through Apprenticeship Levy (Funding band 14,000 GBP) |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership & Management + Level Up to Msc | 4,000 GBP top up fee |
| Executive MBA pathway | 10,000 GBP top up fee |
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.
Academic Director
Paul Griffith
MEng, MBA, ACGI
My research and subject interests are around Growth Mindset for executives, Innovation (in particular relating to the space industry where I previously worked), Digital Transformation and Customer Centricity.
Roger Delves
MA (Oxon), FRSA
Dr Mike Cooray
PhD, MBA, MSc, PGCE, DipM
Victoria Harrison-Mirauer
BA (Cantab), MA, MSc
Judith Parsons
BA, MSc, Cert Ed
The experience of women leaders in the Middle East
-Generative leadership in healthcare environments
-Teaching and learning approaches in leadership and executive development that deliver greatest impact*
-Evaluating learning & development; understanding how to assess value
Matt Gitsham
MA(Hons), MA, PGDip, PhD
Brian Worsfold
MA (Oxon), ACIB, Dip.FS, MBA