Higher Apprenticeships In Practice 29 January 2015 Sandra Kelly Head of Education Whitbread

Our higher apprenticeship programme Programme Summary 15 mth - Hospitality Management 5 residential learning blocks. Employed team leader on progression to management role Assignment, portfolio based, professional discussion and hands on learning model, stretch theory External assessment with online progression reviews with internal assessor manager Benefits to our Business Advanced Apprenticeship progression Alternative to Graduate programme Internal succession, cost saving Retention improvements, cost saving Higher learner engagement scores Social purpose increase from team Changing perception of sector Attraction tool Careers not jobs

Expectations and Arrangements Training Provider model delivered internally with external verification from Awarding Organisation Fully contextualised programme with field based and pastoral support for learners in real time Model enables a live learning environment, supported by individualised plans and industry competent coach network Benefits and Wider Opportunities for HEIs Time to transform relationship with employers with national and geographical alignment New relationship with Birmingham City University to deliver MSc Remote and block release model with lectures and tutorial support How our partnership works

Delivery Realities Delivery Challenges Changed assessment model up- weight assignment stretch Operational ownership with line manager accountabilities In line with business cycle needs Flexible starts in line with pipeline Release from business to attend residential blocks New way of writing for delegates – new experience of formal written assignments How These Were Resolved Model reviewed by experts Target reporting cascade Assignment writing workshop Effective use of professional discussion and observation to evaluate knowledge

The Future What is Planned ? Level 5 and level 6 explored to evolve into a full degree alternative Evaluate social and financial return on investment as a business case Changing perceptions of alternative education and importance of sector professional standards and status Partnership approach with HEI to better manpower plan across UK matching skills development with real employment opportunities Focus on Talent Banking principles

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