content of every apprenticeship qualifi cation is equivalent to traditional higher education qualifi cations as well as providing apprentices with practical approaches that help them to be more eff ective in their current roles.
■ Myth 4: Senior Leader Apprenticeships are only for large companies – there is a belief that SLAs are only useful for large corporations. At Cranfi eld, content of the modules is tailored to ensure the learning fi ts the specifi c needs and contexts of smaller organisations as well as larger. T ere is also a belief that only large corporations with large apprenticeship levy pots, can aff ord to send their staff on SLAs. While it is true that larger organisations have bigger levy pots, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can also access apprenticeships. At Cranfi eld, there is the additional option of a ‘levy gift’ from Santander which will fund the apprenticeship for any organisation who has insuffi cient funds to support their employees’ needs.
■ Myth 5: Apprenticeships do not offer career progression – a further misconception is that apprenticeships do not result in the same career progression in comparison to traditional education pathways. On the contrary, SLAs are purposely designed with career advancement in mind. T ey equip individuals to not only take on those higher-level responsibilities within their organisations, but also learn how to make themselves more visible and demonstrate they are capable of those strategic positions. Many senior leaders who have completed Cranfi eld apprenticeships report signifi cant career progression; with many being promoted either during or shortly after completing their apprenticeship.
■ Myth 6: Apprenticeships are easier than traditional qualifi cations – SLAs can be perceived as easier options compared to traditional educational qualifi cations, but every SLA is rigorous and demanding, requiring a significant commitment from apprentices. T e design of the Cranfi eld ‘Senior Leader Executive Programme’ ensures that every apprentice experiences academically robust learning, requiring both theoretical and critical thinking skills, with practical application and real-world problem solving.
SLAs continue to provide a rigorous, eff ective and innovative
approach to addressing leadership and management challenges across a range of business sectors and industries. T ey were de- signed by employers to address skill shortages, and ensure that indi- viduals had the necessary knowledge, skills and behaviours to make eff ective and long-lasting strategic change with their organisations. T e combination of academic rigour with practical experience is the cornerstone of these programmes working for both the individual and the organisation. By debunking these common myths, we can better appreciate the value and potential of SLAs in cultivating the next generation of strategic leaders. Whether you are an individual looking to advance your career or an organisation, of any size and within any sector, and with any quantity of funds in your levy pot, who is seeking to enhance your leadership pipeline, SLAs off er a viable and valuable path forward. Cranfield Executive Development is a specialist team that
provides a high-touch, end-to-end provision model to support leaders’ and organisational development, which is constantly aligned to future skills needs and the current challenges facing organisations. Working within an award-winning business school and a
university renowned for its impact on industry, Cranfi eld brings those unique features to its solutions. Its purpose is to enhance the success of every single organisation and leader it works with. Independently verifi ed for quality you can trust, Cranfi eld off ers
senior leader apprenticeships, custom programmes, face-to-face and online open executive programmes, business simulations, and consultancy.
For more information, call 01234 754500, email execdev@cranfi
eld.ac.uk or visit
www.cranfi
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