EMPOWER SUSTAINABILITY ADVOCATES ACROSS YOUR BUSINESS
The Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship is designed to develop future retail leaders who are passionate about sustainability and equipped with the business skills and ethical insights necessary to drive meaningful change in the industry.
This programme helps learners champion sustainable practices by exploring key areas like fibre sourcing, post-consumer recycling, stakeholder engagement and ethical leadership. It's the pathway to creating a more responsible, forward-thinking retail industry.
KEY INFORMATION
- Drives innovation and ambition for social and environmental change
- Develops knowledge in sustainable & ethical practices
- Widens lense on transparency through fibre to post-sale study
- Enriches professional networking and interpersonal skills for internal / external stakeholders
- Captures technological advances
- Embeds strategic-thinking for impact and KPIs
- CMI Accredited
APPRENTICESHIP DETAILS
The Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner apprenticeship is designed to equip retail leaders with the skills and knowledge to drive meaningful change, promoting sustainability and ethical practices across the industry.
- Open cohort starts in February
- Closed cohorts can start at any time
- Hybrid, online and in-person delivery
- Practical experience balanced with theoretical learning
Retail is no longer just about selling products - it's about creating a positive impact. This apprenticeship equips your employees with the tools and knowledge to embed sustainability as a core part of your business.
By enrolling your team in this programme, you'll develop a new generation of retail professionals who champion sustainability and ethical leadership. Together, we can shape the future of retail, aligning your business success with societal and environmental progress.
The Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner apprenticeship costs £7,000 per learner which includes End-Point Assessment.
Apprenticeships can be funded from your Apprenticeship Levy or by Government Co-Invest. If you do not pay the Levy, the Government will fund 95% of the programme, meaning you pay as little as £300 per person you enrol. We are also able to offer privately funded places for any employees not eligible for apprenticeship funding. For further information about funding options, eligibility and costs, please contact us.
- Bespoke off-the-job learning plan
- Programme Manager overseeing the learner journey and apprentice experience
- Delivery of the programme by retail experts
- Blend of sessions including online learning, webinars, in-person workshops, and individual coaching and support
- Preparation and support for End-Point Assessment
- Dedicated Client Manager
- Access to FRA resources including WGSN, LinkedIn Learning, Global Data, Business of Fashion, Fashion/Beauty Monitor and Drapers
- Online e-Portfolio
- Monthly progress report
Next Open Cohort
February 2024
Closed Cohorts
We can begin a closed intake apprenticeship at any time that suits your brand. We require a minimum of 10 learners to offer a closed cohort for Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner apprentices.
Duration: 18 months
The Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner programme typically takes 18 months to complete, followed by a period of end-point assessment. For our closed-access programmes, the programme duration and delivery model can be flexible to support business objectives – please get in touch to find out more about the options available.
Learning modules
Module 1: Principles of Sustainability & the Retail Lifecycle
- Circular economy
- Sustainable & ethical supply chains
- International standards (e.g., GRI, B Corp)
- Lifecycle management
- Carbon footprint reduction, transparency and traceability in retail
Module 2: Business Compliance, Structure & Opportunities
- Environmental and social compliance
- Ethical decision-making
- Stakeholder management
- Consumer rights
- Business case development for sustainability
- Corporate governance
- Ethical branding
Module 3: Innovation, Technology, & Sustainable Practices
- Sustainable material innovation
- Digital technology in retail
- Energy-efficient manufacturing
- Waste reduction technologies
- Collaborating with conscious communities
- The role of AI in sustainable fashion
Module 4: Interpersonal Skills, Cross-Functional Networking & Ethical Leadership
- Ethical decision-making
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Stakeholder engagement
- Public speaking and presentation skills
- Internal advocacy
- Leadership in sustainability
Module 5: Business Strategy & Project Management
- Stakeholder management
- Ethical decision-making
- Retail-specific sustainability regulations
- Problem solving and risk assessment
- Financial budgeting and critical path
End-point assessment
For the Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship, end-point assessment is provided by EFI Awards. EPA typically takes 3 months to complete.
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