Frequently asked questions

We have established Degree Apprenticeships with a range of employers, from large corporations to SMEs, a wide variety of roles means there’s a scheme to suit everyone with the right determination and dedication.

Some of the employer partners we have worked with in the past to deliver schemes include Tesco, Estée Lauder, Moët Hennessy and L'Oreal.

Working with these companies to create our Degree Apprenticeship programmes benefit you in a number of ways:

• You'll gain skills whilst working for a leading employer, giving you the confidence to succeed
• You will have access to a company mentor who will support you throughout the programme, helping you with your personal and professional development
• You'll also build up an excellent CV which will put you in a great position to compete for jobs once you graduate

You will first need to complete a general Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship application and go through the pre-screening stages outlined here. We will then be in contact when our employer partners have specific opportunities available for the relevant intake. At that point you will need to confirm if you would like to be considered and are happy for us to pass on your details.

The entry requirements for our Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeships are as follows:

• Eligible to study an apprenticeship in the UK 
• Aged 18 or over at start of the programme 
• Completion of any study you're currently undertaking, prior to the start of the programme 
• GCSE English (literature or language) and GCSE Maths at Grade C/4 or above OR Functional Skills Level 2 English and Functional Skills Maths Level 2 at pass (or equivalent qualifications as approved by the ESFA)*
• General suitability and the ability to complete the Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship programme, which involves working four days per week and studying for a BA(Hons) Business Management one day per week, plus independent study.

*If you do not have these already then you can still apply, but you must have successfully passed Functional Skills before we can put you forward for a shortlist with a company offering an apprenticeship position. Pearson College London does not offer Functional Skills.

Please note, if any of the following applies to you then you cannot apply for a degree apprenticeship with Pearson College London: 

• Started or completed a programme at Level 4 or above (usually in a Business or Management or Finance related subject) that covers any of the learning outcomes of the BA(Hons) Business Management or the Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours of the CMDA
• Started or completed an apprenticeship programme at Level 4 or above
• Have professional experience covered in the Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours of the CMDA.