Level 5Higher · HND/Foundation Degree
Improvement specialist
Leading the deployment of improvement strategies.
Typical duration
1y 2m
Training funded
up to £9,000
Route
Business and administration
Standard ref
ST0555
Role overview
The Improvement Specialist apprenticeship at Level 5 trains you to apply advanced Lean and Six Sigma techniques to complex, often cross-functional improvement projects, and to coach others in the use of improvement tools and methods. You will work at a higher level of technical rigour than a practitioner, using advanced statistical methods and influencing multiple teams to achieve significant, lasting change. It typically leads to Lean Six Sigma Black Belt status and senior improvement roles.
Careers this apprenticeship leads to
Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.
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Human Resources Manager and Director
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Customer Service Manager
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Procurement and Purchasing Manager
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Human Resources Manager and Director
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Commercial Manager
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Management Consultant
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Business Support Officer
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Sales Director
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