Explore a New Pathway into Place-Based Careers – Join Our Info Event This September
Manchester Metropolitan University is collaborating with the Institute of Place Management to developing a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship for place managers, designed to support the next generation of professionals working to shape and improve towns, cities, and communities across the UK. To support this, we are inviting managers and team leaders to join a free online information session this September to learn more.
This event is ideal for those who support early-career staff or team members looking for structured development opportunities.
The apprenticeship offers a practical route into place-based roles, combining academic learning with real-world experience. It’s particularly relevant for organisations involved in regeneration, town centre management, placemaking, and local economic development.
During the session, you’ll hear from Jo Carney, Head of Apprenticeship Business Development at Manchester Met, who will explain how the university works with employers to deliver impactful apprenticeship programmes. You’ll also gain a European perspective from Jeroen Roose-van Leijen, a current MSc student from the Netherlands, who will share insights from a similar place-based training model. Finally, Chris Gregory, a Fellow of the Institute of Place Management and High Streets Task Force Expert, will present his research on the economics of towns and cities, drawing on over 25 years of experience in the field.
The programme is fully funded for most organisations. Large employers can use their apprenticeship levy, while smaller organisations will have 95% of the programme fees covered by government funding. We’re currently seeking 30 organisations to register interest in enrolling staff in the first cohort.
If you have team members who are passionate about places and ready to take the next step in their career, this is a great opportunity to support their growth. Register to learn more here.
About the author
Formed in 2006, the Institute of Place Management is the international professional body that supports people committed to developing, managing and making places better.