Operations Manager Apprenticeship

Course Overview

The Level 5 Operations Manager apprenticeship programme delivers a broad range of practical management knowledge and skills to help you develop as a leader.

The Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship delivers a professional pathway for future development with eligibility for Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) or Chartered Manager (CMgr) status.

This funded training programme is designed for departmental managers looking for a more senior role within small, medium, large and multinational organisations in private, public and third sectors.

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THE NEXT COHORT START DATE FOR THIS PROGRAMME IS 26 NOVEMBER.

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

Apprenticeship level

Level 5 higher

Typical duration

20 months

Training
method

Blended

Assessment method

Consultative project

Funding
value

£9,000

EPA
organisation

INNOVATE

Designed for supervisors or managers looking to move to a more senior management role, this apprenticeship delivers a broad range of practical management knowledge and skills to give you the tools you need to develop further on your management journey.

Effective decision-making is a critical skill for any manager. By learning how to analyse data, identify trends, and make informed decisions, managers can make better decisions that can have a positive impact on their organisation.

An Operations Manager is someone who manages teams and projects, and plans and implements operations and contributes to the organisational strategy, as well as its implementation. They are accountable to a more senior manager or business owner.

On completion, learners may choose to can apply for Foundation Chartered Manager status with the Chartered Management Institute to support professional career development and progression.

The Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship delivers a professional pathway for future development with eligibility for Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) or Chartered Manager (CMgr) status.

Operations Manager Level 5 Standard

Operations Manager, Regional Manager, Divisional Manager, Department Manager and Specialist Managers

What to expect from LMP Education

Dedicated account management and recruitment
Leading nationwide apprenticeship training provider
Specialists in the education, training and business sectors
Delivering vibrant, engaging learning for all learners
Blended and remote teaching and learning
Tailored learning plans for each individual
Experienced tutors and delivery support team
Designated safeguarding officers, policies and procedures

Programme
Information

Understand operational management approaches and models, including creating plans to deliver objectives and setting KPIs. Understand business development tools (eg SWOT), and approaches to continuous improvement.
Understand operational business planning techniques, including how to manage resources, development of sales and marketing plans, setting targets and monitoring performance.
Knowledge of management systems, processes and contingency planning.
Understand how to initiate and manage change by identifying barriers and know how to overcome them. Understand data security and management, and the effective use of technology in an organisation.
Know how to set up and manage a project using relevant tools and techniques, and understand process management. Understand approaches to risk management.
Know how to manage multiple teams, and develop high performing teams.
Understand performance management techniques, talent management models and how to recruit and develop people.

Able to input into strategic planning and create plans in line with organisational objectives.
Support, manage and communicate change by identifying barriers and overcoming them. Demonstrate commercial awareness, and able to identify and shape new opportunities. Creation and delivery of operational plans, including setting KPIs, monitoring performance against plans. Producing reports, providing management information based on the collation, analysis and interpretation of data.
Able to manage talent and performance. Develop, build and motivate teams by identifying their strengths and enabling development within the workplace. Able to delegate and enable delivery though others.
Able to communicate effectively (verbal, non-verbal, written, digital) and be flexible in communication style. Able to chair meetings and present using a range of media. Use of active listening, and able to challenge and give constructive feedback.

Drive to achieve in all aspects of work. Demonstrates resilience and accountability.
Determination when managing difficult situations. Seeks new opportunities.
Open, approachable, authentic, and able to build trust with others. Seeks the views of others and values diversity.

Recognised Qualification.
Access to a LMP Tutor providing 1-2-1 support throughout your apprenticeship.
Operations Manager Apprenticeship provides a pathway to career progression with opportunities for advancements within the company or industry upon completion.

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We work with more than 1,000 employers across a wide range of industries throughout the UK. Whatever your career goals are, we have apprenticeships for you.

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