Final Opportunity to Join Our Senior Leader Apprenticeship – New Cohort Launching June/July 2025
We are pleased to announce that, due to exceptional demand, BPIF Training will be launching one final cohort of the Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship, with induction planned for June or July 2025.
This programme has proven to be extremely popular with managers and directors across the print and manufacturing sectors who are looking to grow their strategic capability, drive performance, and prepare for future leadership challenges. Following the success of our previous cohorts, we’ve taken the decision to offer one final intake — but time is limited.
As things stand, apprenticeship funding for the Senior Leader programme is expected to come to an end by January 2026, which means this may be the last opportunity to take advantage of fully-funded training for senior executives at this level.
Why choose the Senior Leader Apprenticeship?
This postgraduate-level programme is designed to support those in senior roles, such as Operations Directors, Managing Directors, Plant Managers, and Heads of Department. Over the course of the apprenticeship, participants will:
- Enhance their strategic leadership and decision-making skills
- Learn to lead change, manage risk, and improve organisational performance
- Build confidence in managing finance, resources, people, and innovation
- Develop a strong professional network with peers from across the sector
- Achieve a recognised Level 7 leadership qualification, with the option to gain a Master’s degree through a top-up route
The programme is delivered in a flexible format to fit around full-time work, and is led by experienced leadership and management specialists with sector knowledge. Employers who have enrolled staff in this programme have seen clear benefits — from improved strategic planning to more effective team leadership and increased organisational resilience.
Programme Overview
- Ethical Leadership: Making decisions aligned with values and organisational goals.
- Team Building: Building collaboration and empowering teams to succeed.
- Coaching and Development: Promoting continuous growth for individuals and teams.
- Talent Management: Planning for succession and building inclusive, diverse cultures
- Stakeholder Engagement: Mastering communication, negotiation, and vision alignment
- Organisational Strategy: Shaping structures and setting strategic direction.
- Innovation and Change: Driving creativity and leading change effectively.
- Risk Management: Responding confidently to crises and managing risks.
- Financial Governance: Allocating budgets and monitoring performance strategically.
- Corporate Social Responsibility: Combining ethics, sustainability, and governance for impact.
Secure your place
With funding set to end in early 2026 and a limited number of places available, we encourage anyone considering this programme to register their interest as soon as possible. Our final cohort will begin induction in June or July 2025, and demand is expected to be high.
To express your interest, please complete the Registration of Interest form. One of our team will then be in touch to discuss the next steps.