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Business improvement leaders are pivotal in developing and executing enhancement strategies for their organisations. This apprenticeship is for senior professionals who drive continuous innovation, equipping them with the skills to strategically deploy transformation initiatives, manage organisational change, and deliver tangible return on investment.
This apprenticeship is aimed at leaders who operate across all business functions, typically reporting to board members or department heads.
Improvement Leaders are accountable for large-scale, high-priority projects, identifying growth opportunities, and designing new processes, products, or services. While often office-based, their work extends to wherever improvement activities are focused, from factory floors to customer sites.
Improvement Leaders have high-level expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, Project and change management and are recognised specialists in driving strategy.
This Apprenticeship standard has been allocated a maximum funding cap of £15,000, which is the anticipated full cost for delivering this standard and the End-Point Assessment (EPA).
The Improvement Leader apprenticeship is a practical, work-based route towards developing professionally competent improvement managers and leaders. It includes:
Through both of the above, apprentices are able to acquire essential knowledge and skills to prepare for their End-Point Assessment.
Backed by our Royal Charter
Only CMI can award Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) or Chartered Manager (CMgr) status on completion of an apprenticeship, depending on experience.
CMI Study Support Package
Our additional Study Support Package provides tailored resources, expert advice, and career insights to support apprentices’ assignments and development.
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.
Whether you’re looking to start an apprenticeship yourself, or partner with CMI as your End-Point Assessment Organisation, we can help you get started.