Creative Industries Production Management Apprenticeship
The Level 7 Creative Production Management Apprenticeship is your pathway to developing top-tier talent in Production and Technical Management.
Blending theory and the latest industry literature with practical application, apprentices will seamlessly transfer and apply knowledge into effective strategies tailored to Production and Technical Management. Enabling Apprentices to re-contextualise knowledge from current work into production and technical management roles.
You will develop a management and communication style rooted in integrity, reliability, and adaptability, embodying the professional standards essential for today’s workplace. You’ll lead with resilience and proactive, creative thinking that aligns with both industry and your organisation’s values. An apprenticeship which focuses on developing people who work with people.
You will learn how to evaluate business operations, resource allocation, and team dynamics, identify improvement opportunities and implement strategic solutions. You will be able to communicate complex production and technical information in clear, accessible ways, keeping colleagues and stakeholders well-informed.
Learners will also be taught, assessed, and supported through off-the-job and on-the-job training to ensure you obtain the theoretical and practical skills and the portfolio of evidence necessary to prepare their End Point Assessment (EPA) for the independent apprenticeship certification. As well as gaining access to a bespoke online training package, learning will be re-enforced in nine days of training at the University of Greenwich across the course.
Upon successful completion, learners are awarded: Level 7 Creative Industries Production Management Apprenticeship, Postgraduate Certificate in Production and Technical Theatre and currently being mapped to the CMI Level 7 Award in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice.
Degree apprenticeship
Applications are made through the apprenticeships programme.
School
Location
Duration
2 years part-time
Start month
September
Fees information
For fee information related to this course, please see fees section below.
What you should know about this course
What you will study
Subject to validation
We continually develop new courses to reflect the needs of students, employers, and professional bodies. This course is currently subject to the final stage of our approval and validation process.
In the unlikely event that the course is not approved before the start date, we will help you find an alternative course.
- Personal Development
- People Management
- Health and Safety
- Production in Context
- Responding to Production Design
- Production and Technical Management: Productions and Venues
About the course team
You will be taught and supported by an experienced team of lecturers with a wealth of hands-on expertise in this field. You will be allocated an apprenticeships skills coach who will support you from induction to completion of your EPA.
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Entry requirements
Entry is on an individual basis, including an interview with the programme lead.
Applicants should have:
- Level 2 Qualifications in Maths and English - as recognised by the ESFA.
- Experience in the industry and an employer that will support them through the programme.
For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.
You can also read our admissions policy.
Available to overseas students?
Yes
Can I use Prior Learning?
For entry: This will be considered on an individual basis and may affect your funding eligibility.
How you will learn
Teaching
This is a blended learning programme, consisting of online learning and full day workshops, guided and independent study. With regular tutorials and webinars with the skills coach, module convenors and the programme lead.
Class sizes
This will vary from cohort to cohort. All apprentices on this programme are taught together.
Independent learning
Throughout your apprenticeship, we will encourage you to learn independently with support from your lecturers and mentors to achieve your goals and broaden your knowledge through online learning and independent reading. Timetabled learning includes some time for learners to engage in independent learning on campus and to prepare their assessments in class.
Overall workload
Part-Time/Blended Learning: The programme is structured to support individuals who are working full-time and need to balance study with work and home commitments. Learners can expect to engage in approximately 10 hours of learning per week and is delivered over 2 years.
Assessment
The degree employs 'blended learning', so your outputs and assessments may be based around the following:
- Real-world case studies
- Group work for discussion, research and presentations
- Role play exercises and reflective practice for professional development
- Portfolio, outlining your learning achievements
- Self-study and research facilitated online.
Feedback summary
We aim to provide feedback on assignments and to release examination results within 15 working days.
Dates and timetables
Academic year:
- The academic year runs from September to June
Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please call 020 8331 9000.
Fees and funding
The course fees are shared between government and employers. Visit our degree apprenticeships pages to find out how the cost of your course is met.
Other costs
Apprenticeships are paid for by employers, not apprentices.
Other costs may include (but are not limited to):
- Resources: you may need to purchase books for your studies, as well as specific computer software (estimate, £150 per year).
- Memberships: applying for membership of a professional body may incur further costs. Applications for membership need to be submitted directly. Details of application costs can be found on their websites.
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