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The Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship (CMDA) is an apprenticeship that delivers a quality degree, on-the-job experience and a professional pathway for future development. CMI is the only professional body who can award Chartered Manager Status which apprentices can apply for, following their EPA.
The roles this apprenticeship would be suitable for are: Manager; Senior Manager; Head of Department; Operations Manager; or anyone with significant management responsibilities.
Taking responsibility for people, projects, operations and/or services to deliver long term organisational success, with the expectation that they will deliver impact, behave ethically and demonstrate their commitment to continual learning and development.
This apprenticeship standard has been allocated a maximum funding cap of £22,000 which is the anticipated full cost for delivering this standard and the End Point Assessment.
The Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship is an exciting work-based route towards developing professionally competent Chartered Managers. It includes three parts:
Backed by Royal Charter
We are the only professional body able to award Chartered Manager Status. You'll achieve either Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) status or full Chartered Manager (CMgr) status on completion of your apprenticeship, depending on your programme and level of experience.
CMI Support
A support package can be offered alongside apprenticeships giving unlimited access to online resources mapped to the apprenticeship journey, as well as in person support for the apprentices, access to the CMI community and mentoring during their apprenticeship
Professional Development
The apprenticeship delivers a professional pathway and the ongoing development of knowledge, skills and behaviours required by employers
Supported Digital Delivery
Digital support is available, with content and practical resources mapped to the apprenticeship standard