Level 6 Leadership and Management Professional Degree Apprenticeship
Our brand-new Level 6 Leadership and Management Apprenticeship is your gateway to a professional degree. This course is aligned with the upcoming Leadership and Management Professional Standard, ensuring your learning is relevant, recognised, and future focused.
Choosing this programme means gaining a BA (Hons) in Applied Leadership and Management while building valuable, hands-on experience in the workplace. It’s designed to develop the essential leadership skills that today’s employers are actively seeking. With the opportunity to earn while you learn, you can grow professionally without the burden of student debt. You’ll benefit from expert guidance, learning from experienced professionals and industry-aligned content, while also building a strong network of peers, mentors, and industry contacts to support your career journey.
Whether you're stepping into your first leadership role or looking to accelerate your career, this apprenticeship is your launchpad to success.

This diverse and dynamic programme is designed to support both emerging and experienced managers in advancing their leadership journeys. For aspiring managers, it provides a strong foundation in essential leadership skills, helping to unlock potential and prepare for future responsibilities. For experienced professionals, the programme offers deeper theoretical insight and the opportunity to formalise and enhance their existing practice.
Employers will find value in supporting staff through a programme that builds critical leadership capabilities aligned with current and future organisational needs. Whether you're in the private, public, or non-profit sector, the programme helps cultivate leaders who can navigate complexity, drive performance, and contribute meaningfully across industries.
Delivery
The programme is delivered through a blend of engaging and supportive learning methods designed to suit a variety of learning styles. Workshop-based sessions provide interactive, practical learning experiences, while one-to-one tutoring offers personalised support to help learners stay on track and deepen their understanding. Individual activities encourage reflection and the direct application of learning within the learner’s own work environment. In addition, group activities create opportunities to share good practice, learn from peers, and offer constructive feedback through peer review, fostering a collaborative and supportive learning community.
People, focusing on effective team leadership, communication, and talent development—for example, managing team performance, conducting appraisals, and fostering inclusive workplace cultures.
Projects involves planning, managing, and delivering successful initiatives, such as leading a cross-functional team to implement a new digital system or launching a new product or service.
Resources, learners will explore the strategic use of financial, physical, and digital assets, including budgeting, resource allocation, and optimising operational efficiency. Finally,
Sustainability and Change prepares leaders to drive innovation and adapt to evolving challenges—for instance, leading an organisational change initiative, embedding sustainable practices, or navigating the impact of emerging technologies.
Business performance and continuity
We consider applications on a case-by-case basis.
Entry to the course requires evidence of successful study at Level 3, A-Level, or equivalent or relevant professional management experience
Throughout the programme, we use a variety of assessment methods to support different learning styles and ensure a well-rounded evaluation of your progress. These include:
- Presentations – Demonstrate your communication and leadership skills in a professional setting
- Business Reports – Apply analytical thinking to real-world business challenges
- Blogs – Reflect on your learning journey and share insights in a creative format
- Journals – Track your development and critical thinking over time
- Portfolios – Showcase your achievements and applied learning in one comprehensive collection
The programme concludes with a final project and an integrated End Point Assessment (EPA), giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your full range of knowledge, skills, and behaviours in a practical, work-based context.
This degree apprenticeship offers a powerful combination of academic achievement and real-world experience. You’ll benefit from:
- Applied, work-based learning – Gain practical skills you can use immediately in your role
- A BA (Hons) Degree in Applied Leadership and Management – Graduate with a recognised qualification that enhances your career prospects
- Professional body accreditation – Boost your credibility with industry-recognised standards
- Fully funded – Study without the burden of student loans, while earning a salary
It’s a smart, supported route to becoming a confident and capable leader.
Investing in the Level 6 Leadership and Management Apprenticeship brings measurable value to your organisation. Through this programme, you can:
- Attract and recruit fresh talent with leadership potential
- Improve staff retention by offering clear development pathways
- Upskill your existing workforce with practical, accredited training
- Address critical skills gaps with targeted, work-based learning
- Maximise return on investment through increased capability and performance
- Benefit from relevant, applied learning that delivers immediate impact in the workplace
This apprenticeship is designed to align with your business goals while developing confident, capable leaders from within.