This is an opportunity for experienced production, maintenance, and technical professionals to take the next step into leadership and supervisory roles. Developed with regional manufacturing partners and Malvern Hills District Council, the course is designed around the real needs of industry.

What you'll learn

  • Improve productivity and maintenance performance 
  • Identify and evaluate system improvements 
  • Apply practical optimisation tools 
  • Support sustainable, responsible operations 
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Academically Testing

Employs professional reporting practices to develop and stretch those taking part.

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Locally presented

Delivered at a central location with a High Growth Partner acting as the host.

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Dedicated Course

Developed using our existing 18-day, Level 5 Manufacturing Systems module.

Take the next step in your career

Over 14 weeks, this flexible course, subsidised by Malvern Hills District Council, combines practical learning with real-world industry insight to help professionals build the confidence and skills needed to step into supervisory roles. Delivered across two seven-week blocks, the programme includes 98 hours of learning designed to fit alongside work commitments.

  • Total learning time: 98 hours
  • Course length: 14 days over 14 weeks (two 7-week blocks)
  • Next start date: 23 October 2026
  • Cost: £1,500
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Course Syllabus

  • British & Global Manufacturing
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Quality Assurance
  • Materials & Processes  
  • Maintenance Processes
  • Conflict Resolution  
  • Understanding Change
  • Professional Practices
  • Safety & Legislation
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Proposals for Improvement

Register your interest

Whether you’re ready to apply or simply want to find out more, we’d love to hear from you. Register your interest today and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss the course, answer your questions, and help you explore your next step into leadership.

📧 Register your interest: cpd@nmite.ac.uk

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