The programme

Building your leadership team of the future

Welcome to a transformative journey that redefines organisational leadership and improvement.

Our vanguard programme spans 20 months and comprises four dynamic modules, including an MBA pathway. It’s designed to equip you with the essential principles of effective improvement leadership, building deep expertise in transforming organisations and driving lasting change in today’s evolving organisational landscape. Join a cohort of forward-thinking leaders who are reshaping improvement, drawing on insights from multiple sectors to create a lasting impact within their own contexts.

Features

A dedicated Professional Learning Mentor

Monthly coaching sessions with professional learning mentor

Access to Virtual Learning Environment and online content

AI coaching and prompt engineering tuition

Network of over 6000 current learners and alumni

Modules

Module 1

Leading Improvement

Build high-performing teams, foster improvement culture, and deliver stakeholder-focused projects using proven leadership tools.

Module 2

Analysing Processes

Apply evidence-driven process mapping, root cause analysis, and measurement systems to identify and prioritise improvement opportunities.

Module 3

Developing Strategy

Create and deploy strategic improvement plans using market analysis, financial tools, and change leadership techniques.

Module 4

Delivering Improvement

Execute and sustain impactful projects through effective governance, data-driven decisions, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Fully funded through the apprenticeship levy

As an apprentice, you pay absolutely nothing to join the NCLM, there shouldn’t be a cost to developing yourself as a leader.

The programme is fully funded by your organisation's apprenticeship levy fund, and we can support your employer in accessing it to unlock unlimited leadership development for you and your colleagues.

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It’s not just about a qualification for our employees, but working cohesively to achieve our vision.

Alfie Green

Operations Director

Frequently asked

What support is available throughout the course to help me pass?

You will have access to your own Professional Learning Mentor and a dedicated Senior Leadership Tutor (if you are on the Senior Leadership Programme) throughout the programme. All Associates will also be provided with an online portfolio and Virtual Learning Environment. These will contain literature, videos and podcasts covering leadership and management theory.

I haven't done any formal learning for a long time, does that matter?

The average age of Associates on our programmes is 38 and so most haven't done any formal learning for a while. For this reason our Foundation Module is focussed on getting everyone back into a learning mindset.

Do I need to attend the training in person?

Each module will have face to face workshops that are delivered in various locations throughout England. However, there will also be a virtual option available for each module too in case you are unable attend each module in person. We want to be as flexible as possible for Associates to be able to take part in our courses so it can fit alongside your other commitments.

What qualifications do I need to take an apprenticeship?

This depends on the level of the apprenticeship you are interested in.

We work hard to ensure everyone who can benefit from our programmes can join where possible so please get in touch so we can understand more about your qualifications and experience and how we can help you with your professional development.

Let's get started

There is no commitment at this stage. Just the opportunity to learn more about this programme and to ensure you have a place if the programme reaches capacity.

Cost

£15,000

*This programme utilises the apprenticeship levy

Who is it for?

Current and aspiring leaders in organisation of any size

Qualifications

Improvement Leader Apprenticeship

Advanced Entry Criteria for MBA and Master Pathways

Assessment

3 x improvement Projects completed

3 x 6,000-word project evaluation reports

4,000 – 4,500-word Dissertation

Proposal Presentation

Apprenticeship Portfolio of Evidence and Professional Discussion

Eligiblity

Suitable for leadership in a variety of improvement leader roles.

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Improvement Leadership Programme

Features

As an apprentice, you pay absolutely nothing to join the NCLM, there shouldn’t be a cost to developing yourself as a leader.

The programme is fully funded by your organisation's apprenticeship levy fund, and we can support your employer in accessing it to unlock unlimited leadership development for you and your colleagues.

Let's get started

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