Empower your experienced and aspiring female leaders to thrive with confidence, clarity and impact through a fully-funded, transformative leadership journey.

This unique qualification helps female leaders hone their leadership style, shift their mindset and set into their next role with purpose.  Backed by expert coaching and practical tools, it builds the skills and self-belief needed to lead authentically and effectively. 

This programme directly addresses gender-specific challenges such as imposter syndrome and self-doubt, while strengthening confidence, communication and career progression. It’s designed for organisations committed to equity and talent development, making it a powerful step towards building diverse, dynamic leadership teams. 

Part of our Leadership Academy, this programme supports the development of high-potential leaders across your organisation.

Who is this programme for?

This programme is designed for women in early to mid-level management  roles who are ready to elevate their impact, overcome gender-specific challenges, and progress confidently to the next stage of their career. 

Best fit for: 

  • Aspiring or experienced female managers seeking to refine their leadership style. 
  • Team leaders aiming to build confidence and influence across their organisation. 
  • Individuals ready to overcome imposter syndrome and lead with authenticity.  
  • Organisations committed to developing inclusive, high-performing teams. 

What will they learn?

Participants gain the practical and emotional tools to lead with confidence, clarity and impact, especially in environments where their authority may be challenged or under-recognised.  

It focuses on core capabilities that help managers navigate complexity, drive team performance and lead with purpose. 

Key skills: 

  • Operational excellence: Deliver results through structured planning and resource management. 
  • Effective communication: Build trust and influence across stakeholders and teams. 
  • Problem-solving and decision-making: Apply data-driven thinking to resolve challenges and manage risk. 
  • People management: Motivate, coach and develop team members to achieve shared goals. 
  • Financial awareness: Understand budgeting and resource allocation to support business priorities 

Key facts

Level
Level 3 Women in Leadership Programme
Qualification
Apprenticeship standard
Duration
13 months plus three months for Apprenticeship Assessment
Provider
Raise the Bar in partnership with Grant Thornton
Entry requirements
Must be in a role that allows application of learning 
Schedule
Tailored to each learner, with expert coaching and support
Delivery
Delivered remotely for maximum flexibility
Assessment
Achievement is gained through the completion of Apprenticeship Assessment activities 
Fees and funding
Fully funded to £5,000 by the Apprenticeship Levy
OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH RAISE THE BAR

Empowering leadership through transformative learning

Our partnership with Raise the Bar is built on a shared vision to inspire, motivate and develop individuals and teams to reach their full potential. Raise the Bar brings world-class speakers and cutting-edge leadership insights to organisations, blending lived experience with impactful development programmes.  

Its commitment to forward-thinking and lasting change complements Grant Thornton’s practical commercial insight and strategic perspective. Together, we deliver learning experiences that foster resilience, collaboration and performance-boosting morale, sparking innovation and aligning teams with a shared vision for success.  

Why Raise the Bar? 

  • Real-world impact through lived experience - Programmes led by  world-class speakers with authentic leadership experience. 
  • Award-winning excellence - Recognised for its outstanding contribution to leadership and talent development, earning accolades that reflect its commitment to quality, innovation and measurable impact. 
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