Retail Leadership, Degree Level 6 Apprenticeship

The degree apprenticeship is suitable for Area/Store/Departmental Managers, Senior On-line Customer Managers, Senior Digital Managers or Commercial Managers who have responsibility for achieving excellence in customer service and profitability.

Knowledge units: The key aspects of the retail sector Economic and political drivers How product ranges are built How buying decisions are made Strategic marketing plans The importance of the brand How to identify the customers current and future needs How to evaluate suppliers Key financial levers The importance of recruiting Skill units: Analyse and evaluate economic and political trends Consider ther impact of different business models Influence the design of a store Evaluate the impact of new technology Evaluate the impact digital channels play Consistently apply the retail brand Critically review the role of logistics Review performance against KPI's Recognise the impact the changing nature of retail has on people Behaviours and Attitude: Inspire those around them Be resilient and lead from the front Innovative and willing to experiment Challenge the status quo Be an ambassador for the retail sector

Assessed through three stages: On Programme- including off the job training and assessment Gateway Assessment discussion between employer and provider to agree if learner is ready for end assessment End Point Assessment, made up of 4 elements: Knowledge test Structured interview Assessment of portfolio of evidence Professional discussion relating to CPD activity

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