Project management apprenticeships
Close project skills gaps and turn strategy into results, with levy-funded training
Successful projects are critical to business growth, transformation and operational improvement, yet many organisations struggle to deliver change at the pace and scale required.
Our project management apprenticeships help organisations develop the skills needed to plan, lead and deliver projects effectively in increasingly complex business environments.
Project management apprenticeship programmes
Designed by experts and trusted by organisations across the UK, our project management apprenticeships develop the skills to lead change, deliver successful projects and drive strategic business outcomes.
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Skilling that works for you
Our programmes are designed to fit around the needs of both learners and the businesses.
- Apprentices spend around 80% of their time in their day-to-day role, applying new skills in a real working environment, while the remaining time is dedicated to structured learning, workshops and development activities.
- This means that organisations get the benefit of learners adding continuous learning and capability throughout the length of the programme.
- We also work with businesses from a range of different sectors to deliver solutions bespoke to your needs and industry challenges.
Turn ideas into results
Effective project management is essential for organisations looking to deliver transformation, improve operational efficiency and realise value from investments in technology and AI.
As projects become more complex and businesses face increasing pressure to adapt, organisations need professionals who can align people, processes and technology to deliver successful outcomes.
Our project management apprenticeships help organisations develop the capability to lead and deliver change with confidence. By combining project management expertise with technical awareness, these programmes help teams deliver projects more effectively, accelerate transformation initiatives and ensure business objectives are translated into measurable results.
Upskill your project teams
These programmes are suitable for anyone involved in delivering, supporting or leading projects, regardless of industry or function. Whether working in technology, operations, HR, finance, marketing or transformation teams, learners develop the skills to manage change, improve delivery and create greater business impact, making project management one of the most versatile and valuable skill sets in any organisation.
Fund your skills programmes
Apprenticeships can be funded through the Growth and Skills Levy, helping organisations upskill existing employees or develop new talent in critical cyber roles.
Levy-paying employers can use available funds to cover training costs, while many non-levy employers can access significant government funding support, making it a cost-effective way to build long-term skills.
Support every step of the way
Get in touch and one of our apprenticeship experts will help you identify the right programme for your business needs. We'll guide you through funding options, recommend the most suitable programmes and support the onboarding process to get your programme up and running quickly.
Why QA?
Apprenticeships expertise, assured.
Through expert guidance and innovative tech, we offer unrivalled support at every step of your journey.
From onboarding to completion, businesses benefit from dedicated support teams, AI-powered learning assistance, live chat, employer portals and real-time progress visibility, ensuring apprentices stay engaged, supported and on track to deliver impact.
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Apprenticeship testimonials and learner stories
“We’ve been blown away with the quality of the candidates that have been put in front of us. If these candidates are representative of the level of the capabilities that are coming out of the schools in Scotland I think we are in an extremely good place as a nation and a tech nation for the future.”
“We’re creating a level playing field with QA. We can bring employees in from stores and build up their foundations in data. We have amazing opportunities in our technology team, like consumer analytics.”
“We chose QA because of their ability to tailor apprenticeship programmes to suit our specific needs.”
“We highly recommend apprenticeship programmes to any businesses that have yet to explore this opportunity.”
“Apprenticeships are a good opportunity for individuals looking to make a career in IT. We see apprenticeships as investing in young people. We like the idea of growing our own talent within the company. This gives them a good grounding on learning, and gives us time to make sure they are the right people for our company.”
“We did not expect apprentices to move into core roles so quickly!”
Build skills that drive change
For over 40 years, our training programmes have helped businesses and individuals to grow and drive digital transformation.
- The trusted training partner of 3,500+ global organisations
- Our apprenticeships have a 98% learner success rate and an 80% increase in employee retention
- Skills powered by industry-leading partnerships with Microsoft, AWS and NVIDIA
- Collaborate with a team of in-house experts to tailor skills programmes to the needs of your organisation
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Project management apprenticeship FAQs
What is a project management apprenticeship?
Project management apprenticeships are designed to help businesses recruit and upskill the project managers that will drive transformation and lead critical projects.
Enrolling your team with a project management apprenticeship allows you to bring key skills back into your team and projects instantly. Most learning is done on-the-job, whilst the rest is spent in the classroom with expert project management trainers or learning online.
A project management apprenticeship is one of the most cost-effective ways to boost your team's project management skills.
What skills do project management apprentices learn?
Learners develop a wide range of valuable skills, including project planning, stakeholder management, governance, risk management, budgeting and change delivery.
They also gain an understanding of agile ways of working, digital transformation and how AI can support project delivery and decision-making.
They also have the opportunity to earn a number of sought after project management certifications and qualifications.
What comes next after a project management apprenticeship?
A project management apprenticeship helps learners progress into more senior project, programme and transformation roles. Many also continue their professional development through industry-recognised certifications such as PRINCE2®, AgilePM®, APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) and Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®).
Where does QA offer project management apprenticeships?
QA delivers project management apprenticeships across the UK, supporting organisations of all sizes through a blend of expert-led learning and workplace application. With centres in London, Manchester and Scotland, we help employers develop project delivery capability nationwide.
Why do businesses need project management skills?
As organisations invest in digital transformation, AI adoption and business change initiatives, effective project delivery has never been more important.
Strong project management skills help businesses manage complexity, reduce risk and ensure strategic investments deliver measurable results.
Which project management apprenticeships are available?
The Project Management Level 4 Apprenticeship develops the practical skills needed to plan, manage and deliver successful projects in a wide range of business environments. Aligned to the Project Manager standard, it helps organisations build project delivery capability, empowering learners to manage resources, stakeholders, risks and budgets while driving successful change and business outcomes.