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An Operations or departmental manager apprenticeship is a Level 5 qualification that is a great programme for individuals responsible for managing teams, or projects in order to achieve operational or departmental goals and objectives, as part of an overall organisational strategy.
For employers, an Operations/Departmental Manager Higher Level Apprenticeship is an excellent way to upskill your workforce or develop new people ready for management positions in your business. It is designed for supervisors or managers looking to move to a more senior management role. The apprenticeship delivers a broad range of practical management knowledge and skills to provide the tools needed to progress further on a team or business management journey.
The Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours covered during your apprenticeship training.
How we deliver the apprenticeship and how it is assessed in your end-point assessment.
View the overview document below that explains the apprenticeship in more detail.
Middle Manager, Operations Manager, Regional Manager, Divisional Manager, Store Manager, Department Manager and a variety of specialist managers
Specific responsibilities and job titles will vary, but the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed will typically be the same and include, input into strategic planning, creating and delivering operational plans, managing projects, leading and managing teams, managing change, financial and resource management, talent management and supporting people through coaching and mentoring techniques.
Our COVID friendly delivery model means HR staff can complete their training anywhere, including the office, training room or even from home. Mandatory remote training sessions are completed on a weekly basis using secure web-based software. Apprentices will attend their tutorials before completing assigned post session tasks and challenges. Apprentices also get one-to-one coaching sessions at a minimum of every two months to help monitor their progress.
Our courses at various points of the year typically January, April and September. All environments must be completed to eat before the first virtual classroom session.
Following successful completion of the Gateway, a meeting to decide if you are ready to undertake EPA, you will proceed to end-point assessment (EPA).
The EPA is undertaken by an independent assessment organisation chosen by your employer.
The End Point assessment components are:
The End Point Assessment organisation will decide the overall grade: Fail, Pass, or Distinction.
On completion, apprentices can register as full members with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and/or the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM). Those with three years’ of management experience can apply for Chartered Manager status through the CMI.
Posted on Sonia Khan2025-09-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve really enjoyed learning from Anthony during this course. He has explained the topics clearly and is always patient and approachable whenever I have questions. I appreciated how Anthony has made the lessons engaging and took the time to ensure everyone is keeping up.Posted on C Smith2025-09-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have just finished my L5 CIPD People Professional Apprenticeship with City Skills and was awarded a distinction! None of this would have been possible without the advice and support from my tutor, Jim Blythe, who was fantastic from start to finish. I have previously done the L3 Apprenticeship through City Skills with Jim and specifically wanted to be in the cohort he was teaching . Thanks Jim for everything :-)Posted on Katy Batchelor2025-08-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am studying my Level 5 People Profesional apprenticeship after completing my Level 3 with City Skills. City Skills has been a great choice for my apprenticeships and I have been supported throughout. I look forward to working through the Level 5 course. I would recommend them as a provider.Posted on Richard Brown2025-08-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve just completed my Level 5 Operations Management apprenticeship with City Skills, and I couldn't be happier with the entire experience. From start to finish, the support, structure, and quality of the programme have been outstanding. A huge thank you in particular to my tutor, Anthony Hari, who has been absolutely fantastic throughout. His knowledge, guidance, and encouragement made a real difference to my learning journey - he's a real credit to City Skills. I’d highly recommend City Skills to anyone considering an apprenticeship.Posted on maegan ross2025-08-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am currently in the middle of my EPA with City Skills, they have been nothing but supportive and motivating throughout the whole process. Excellent communication skills and go above and beyond to meet your learning needs and wants. I would highly recommendPosted on Bowen Hagger-Utting2025-08-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Such a fantastic organisation that has allowed me to achieve so much more than I could have ever imagined. Thank you to anthony Hari, Jim Blythe and the rest of the team. Unparalleled skill and excellence is all I can say!Posted on Jemma Bennett2025-07-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am currently completing my CIPD People Professional apprenticeship with City Skills and have been impressed with coordination and teaching throughout the course. I am in the final 6-8 months of study, my tutor has been a great support with engaging classroom content on a fortnightly basis, and regular review meetings. The assignment support is very useful and I know my development coach is available if any extra support is needed. The process for completing the apprenticeship has been straightforward and explained throughout and we regularly visit the course expectations. I am enjoying completing the course and am glad I chose City Skills to do this with.Posted on chris scott2025-05-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am close to completing my City Skills level 4 course. I have got a good development coach Josh and am happy to recommend this training provider.Posted on Jonathan Davies2025-04-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. City Skills have been really supportive during my apprenticeship, providing support and guidance from the very being. Extremely helpful when needed and would recommend City Skills to others looking for an apprenticeship
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