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Are you the kind of person who thrives on tackling challenges head-on? Do you relish the opportunity to take the reins and drive success in your domain?
As a project management apprentice your problem-solving, planning, organizational, leadership, management, and communication skills are celebrated.
In this role, you'll collaborate with teams armed with the skills, qualifications, experience, and knowledge needed to conquer challenges and achieve goals. This is a chance to lead, collaborate, and thrive in an environment with clearly defined reporting lines, roles, responsibilities, and you will have the authority to make a real impact.
| Location | Edinburgh |
| Programme Duration | 24 months |
| Qualification & Level | Diploma in Project Management at SCQF Level 8 (includes APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) at SCQF Level 7) |
| Working hours | Apprentices will work a 40-hour working week Monday to Friday |
| Office Type | Corporate Office |
| Training Breakdown | Blended and Work-based Learning. Including, Face to Face workshops, digital learning and self-study. |
| Required Skills & Qualifications | For the apprenticeship programme we prioritise applicants eligible to government funding for their apprenticeship and for this you need to:
PLEASE NOTE: This position is a 24 month fixed-term contract. You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship. |
What are the core components of this apprenticeship?
During your apprenticeship, you will acquire valuable skills and knowledge, including:
Team Collaboration: Learning how to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders to achieve project goals.
Risk Analysis and Mitigation: Identifying potential project risks and developing strategies to mitigate them.
Resource Allocation: Skilfully managing project resources, such as budget, time, and personnel.
Strategic Planning: Developing the ability to create and execute project plans aligned with an organization's objectives.
Quality Control: Ensuring the delivery of high-quality project results through rigorous quality control and assurance processes.
What will I learn as I progress through my course?
- You will support and lead projects, with the opportunity to innovate from day 1.
- Identifying project goals, objectives, and stakeholders.
- Creating project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
- Leading and collaborating with project teams to accomplish project milestones.
- Analysing potential risks and implementing mitigation measures.
- Keeping a close eye on project progress and providing regular updates to stakeholders.
- Tackling unexpected challenges and finding creative solutions to ensure project success.
- Utilizing data to make informed decisions and track project performance.
What qualifications will I gain?
Diploma in Project Management at SCQF Level 8 (includes APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) at SCQF Level 7)
What are my career prospects after graduating?
Your journey as a Project management Apprentice opens the door to a world of exciting career prospects. This qualification can be used across various sectors, You'll have the skills and knowledge to explore or progress towards high-level roles in many sectors including:
Project Manager; Senior Project Manager; Programme Manager; Project Management Office (PMO) Manager; Strategic Planner; Risk Management Specialist; Project Management Consultant
Application Process and Timeline
(applications for this role are currently open)
(Assessment centres for this role are expected to take place between Feb - May 2025)
(The start date for this programme is September 2025)
