In partnership with Impact Futures.
At BIMA, we understand the pivotal role of nurturing team skills for driving success. That’s why we have decided to join forces with Impact Futures, BIMA Upskilling Expert and the UK’s fastest growing training provider, to help BIMA Members invest in and grow their leadership teams.
Together, we invite BIMA Members to embark on a transformative journey through our Business Skills Academy and Leadership & Management Academy, for fully government-funded training for your staff.
Please note these courses are funded via the Apprenticeship Levy Scheme and are only available to team members who work at least 50% of the year in England.
Each training course focuses on developing individuals’ skills and abilities by combining practical work experience with online learning to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and competencies to excel in their roles.
These courses provide a recognised qualification designed to enhance the skills, knowledge, and competencies of individuals.
Any queries please email members@bima.co.uk
This programme develops focused, high achieving, and knowledgeable leaders who realise excellent results. It is suitable for those taking their first step into line management, as well as those who are experienced in managing a team or a project with clearly-defined outcomes.
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This programme develops the management skills which improve business productivity and profitability. It is suitable for junior managers looking to gain an understanding of management practices and techniques, but is also beneficial as refresher training for experienced managers.
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This programme is designed for professionals leading change, improving services and driving innovation. It’s ideal for roles such as Service Designer, Product Owner, Business Analyst, Change Manager, Operations Manager, or anyone stepping up into a more strategic leadership role.
You must have been a UK, EEA, or EU resident for at least the past three years to undertake these training programmes.
You will receive online training and support, including a personalised approach based on your learning style and needs, guided by an initial online assessment.
At the end of your programme, your learnt knowledge, skills and behaviours will be assessed by an independent assessor in your end-point assessment (EPA).
The level 3 programme lasts 18 months, and level 5 and 6 programmes last 22 months.
This programme develops advanced skills and hones knowledge and behaviours to be an expert in the organisation’s products and services. You will be a referral point who provides specialist information which supports sales, customer service and complaints teams in achieving key objectives.
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This level 3 training programme develops the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to develop, implement, maintain and improve administrative services. It also supports in your progression to management responsibilities, and develops highly-transferable skills that can be applied in all sectors.
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You must have been a UK, EEA, or EU resident for at least the past three years to undertake this training programme.
In addition, you must be able to commit to the full length of the programme, and be able to meet the programme modules through your job role. If you are aged 16–18 and do not have a Level 2 qualification or equivalent (GCSE grade 4/C) in Maths and English, you will be required to work towards achieving these qualifications as part of your training programme.
For those aged 19 and above, completing Maths and English (Functional Skills) is optional and not a mandatory requirement to complete your programme, however – this needs to be discussed and agreed with your Employer.
Over the duration of 18 months, you will receive a combination of face-to-face and online training and support.
You will undertake an online assessment that will help us to understand your learning style and needs, then we will tailor your learning experience accordingly.
We ensure that you stay on track to complete your programme on time by managing your progress through our state-of-the-art e-portfolio system, Aptem.
18 months
Our academies are delivered in partnership with Tend (formerly Impact Futures) and funded via the Apprenticeship Levy.
Tend (formerly Impact Futures) provide the BIMA Funded Academies and support members with advice on courses, enrolment and funding.
BIMA Members get 30% off open workshop bookings and 5% off in-house workshops by quoting BIMA on sign up with The Industry School.