Everything you need to know about project management apprenticeships

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Consider a project management apprenticeship!

Project management is an essential process to ensure that projects are completed successfully. Reports show that the project management industry adds £156 billion to the UK economy.

If you're interested in pursuing a career in project management, an apprenticeship is an excellent way to gain valuable skills and experience while getting paid. Read on to find out more about project management apprenticeships.  
 

What is project management?

Every project requires planning and organising. It requires a skilled project manager to manage every step of the process, including overseeing the execution of the project. 

Project managers are responsible for the coordination of resources, time, and budget to achieve specific goals within a defined timeline. 

Project management is used in a variety of industries, including construction, information technology, healthcare, and finance to name a few. It is an essential process for ensuring that projects are completed successfully, with quality outcomes that meet the needs of stakeholders.
 

Why do a project management apprenticeship?

A project management apprenticeship is a great way to gain valuable skills and experience while getting paid. Your apprenticeship qualification can lead to career advancement opportunities in a range of industries that are suited to you. This includes sectors such as technology, healthcare, construction, finance and more.

Project management apprenticeships provide great potential for career growth and advancement. These careers often come with competitive salaries and benefits as well as opportunities for career advancement.

The skills you gain during a project management apprenticeship are highly transferable, meaning that individuals can apply them to different industries and sectors depending on the size and the complexity of the project. This is great for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career change or who want to explore new industries.

Entry routes to project management positions can vary, but a project management apprenticeship can provide a solid foundation for entry-level roles. 
 

What careers can a project management apprenticeship lead to?

Apprenticeships in project management can lead to a wide range of careers and industries in which to work.

Here are a few examples you may be interested in as a project management apprentice: 

Project manager

Project managers are responsible for identifying project requirements, creating a project plan, assigning tasks to team members, monitoring progress, and ensuring that the project is completed on time and within budget. 

Programme manager

Programme managers oversee a group of related projects to ensure they are all aligned with the overall goals of the organisation. 

Portfolio manager

Similar to project managers, portfolio managers oversee a wide range of programmes and projects to ensure they align with the strategy of the organisation. 

Project coordinator

Project coordinators are responsible for supporting project managers with administrative support. This includes scheduling meetings, tracking progress, and managing project documentation.

Business Analyst

Business analysts identify business needs and opportunities for improvement. They then work with project managers to develop and implement solutions.

These roles can be applicable to many projects in different industries across the globe.
 

What will you do as a project management apprentice? 

Here are a few things you may do as a project management apprentice:

• Assist with project planning
• Support project execution
• Manage project documentation
• Collaborate with project team members
• Communicate with stakeholders
• Maintain stakeholder relationships
• Assist in delivering projects
• Develop project management techniques and skills through training and coaching
• Participate in project meetings
• Support project closeout.
   

What skills do you need to be a project management apprentice?

• People skills
• Leadership skills
• Clear communicator
• Keen and willing to learn
• Punctuality
• Proficient maths and English skills
• Good at prioritising
• Attention to detail.
   

Why choose Total People for a project management apprenticeship?

At Total People, we have over two decades of experience in providing apprenticeships. Our expert instructors are there to help you through your apprenticeship journey, providing all the necessary support and guidance you need to help you succeed in your project management career.

We are one of the largest providers of apprenticeships in the North West of England, culminating in a wealth of knowledge and resources for you to take advantage of.
 

If you are wanting to advance your project management career, take a moment to check out our vacancies page to uncover more about our project management apprenticeships.