Open University · Distance learning
Advanced Professional Practice (K48)
This qualification builds on your professional experience and continuing professional development (CPD), helping you turn workplace learning into deeper insights and lasting impact. You'll explore the theory and evidence behind effective practice, critically e…
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The Open University · Business and management
This qualification builds on your professional experience and continuing professional development (CPD), helping you turn workplace learning into deeper insights and lasting impact. You'll explore the theory and evidence behind effective practice, critically evaluate your CPD, and apply new ideas to your role. Through independent research on a topic that matters to you, you'll deepen your understanding of how learning drives meaningful change, create practical outcomes for your workplace, and share insights with peers to enhance reflective practice. By the end, you'll have the advanced skills and confidence to influence practice and lead meaningful change in your organisation and profession. Key features of this course - Converts your prior learning and professional experience into a recognised qualification - Offers the flexibility to explore a topic of personal or professional relevance - Develops high-level skills in critical thinking, research, reflection, and communication - Equips you with practical and impactful outputs that can be used in your workplace
Getting in
As the university states it
To study for this qualification, you’ll need either a UK honours degree (or equivalent) or at least three years’ experience in a managerial, technical or professional role. You should also bring substantial prior learning – formal or informal – amounting to a minimum of 150 hours in any subject area. Your spoken and written English must be at a suitable standard for postgraduate study. If English isn’t your first language, we recommend an IELTS score of 6.5 or above. If you don’t meet these requirements, you can still contact us to discuss your experience, and we’ll review your application individually.
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