DATA & BUSINESS INSIGHTS APPRENTICESHIP

Our Level 3 Data & Business Insights apprenticeship builds the skills needed to unlock data capabilities and spark digital transformation. By the end of this course, apprentices will have the confidence to make data-driven decisions.

Programme Outline

LEVEL 3 DATA & INSIGHTS APPRENTICESHIP

This guide outlines everything you need to know about our Level 3 Data & Business Insights apprenticeship programme, including:

  • Role Overview
  • Training Components
  • Technical Training
  • Career Journey Timeline
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Level 3 Data & Business Insights Apprenticeship

⏰ Up to 15 Months | 💻 Online Classroom | 👤 Dedicated Coach

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The Value

Data enables businesses to make informed decisions, enhancing overall efficiency and driving company growth & innovation. To harness the full potential of data and support strategic business choices, your employees must possess data skills that empower them to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets.

Our Level 3 Data & Business Insights programme builds data management, analysis, visualisation and communication skills that support immediate business goals while building long-term resilience, positioning your business for sustained growth in a data-centric world.

This programme can be tailored to your specific business needs through our Be-Spoke initiative, meaning it is adaptable for employees with differing technical experience. Through a combination of live training, industry-led masterclasses, and personalised resources, this programme unlocks data capabilities and sparks digital transformation.

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Programme Outline

LEVEL 3 DATA & BUSINESS INSIGHTS APPRENTICESHIP

This guide outlines everything you need to know about our Level 3 Data & Business Insights apprenticeship programme, including:

  • Role Overview
  • Training Components
  • Technical Training
  • Career Journey Timeline
  • By downloading this resource, you are consenting to opt-in to receive marketing communications from us. You may unsubscribe from our communications at any time. For more information on how we store your data, view our Privacy Policy.

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Who’s It For?

In today’s data-driven world, the ability to interpret and communicate data effectively is key to business success.

Our Data & Business Insights programme is perfect for anyone looking to build the skills required to successfully collect and analyse data, helping uncover valuable business insights. This programme enhances capabilities in data management, analysis, visualisation, and communication, supporting strategic goals and promoting long-term growth.

With our Be-Spoke initiative, this programme is adaptable to your organisations unique needs, regardless of technical experience. The only thing needed to be eligible for this programme is exposure to data – which could be as simple as regularly working with Microsoft Excel or another business intelligence tool.

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GUIDE TO EMPLOYING AN APPRENTICE

This guide outlines everything you need to know about employing an apprentice. In this guide, we cover:

  • An Introduction to Apprenticeships
  • The Benefits of Hiring an Apprentice
  • The Costs of Hiring an Apprentice
  • Apprentice Wage Recommendations
  • Choosing an Apprenticeship Standard
  • Choosing a Training Provider
  • Creating the Job Description
  • Advertising Your Apprenticeship Vacancy
  • Apprenticeship Interview Tips
  • Choosing the Right Candidate
  • Next Steps & Checklist
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Introduction to AI

We’re committed to building sought-after critical AI skills and preparing our learners for the new digital economy, so all our apprentices are enrolled on our Introduction to AI course.

The most notable barrier for businesses looking to introduce AI into daily operations is a lack of internal AI skills, with a quarter of organisations reporting that they struggle to find employees with the necessary skills to implement and manage AI technologies.

Our interactive 3-part course provides our learners with a comprehensive overview of AI; understanding its origins, categories, and capabilities. Learners will understand use cases for AI models, and be able to successfully implement appropriate models into their role while following relevant ethical regulations.

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GUIDE TO MANAGING AN APPRENTICE

This guide outlines everything you need to know about managing an apprentice. In this guide, we cover:

  • Onboarding your Apprentice
  • Apprentice Employment Rights
  • Setting Goals & Objectives for an Apprentice
  • The Role of a Workplace Mentor
  • Collaborating with your Training Provider
  • Off the Job Hours
  • Review Calls & Why They Are Important
  • What Happens After the Apprenticeship
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Apprenticeship Funding

There is a range of government funding and local authority grant schemes available, which are designed to help you train the next wave of talent or invest in your team’s professional development.

Large organisations with an annual salary bill over £3 million are required to contribute to the Apprenticeship Levy. The Apprenticeship Levy is a dedicated apprenticeship fund, which employers can use to cover the costs of apprenticeship training and assessment.

For SMEs & Microbusinesses that do not pay into the Apprenticeship Levy, the Government will fund 100% of apprenticeship training and assessment costs for apprentices aged 16 – 21 and 95% for apprentices aged 22 and over.

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WHO CAN ENROL?

Career Starters

Data skills are a non-negotiable in the modern business landscape – but these skills are rarely taught in school. Our Data & Business Insights programme will give your new apprentice the knowledge they need to develop into a data-driven business professional.

Career Advancers

Data entry and reporting is a requirement for many business roles. Equip your existing team members with data skills that will help them increase their efficiency – all while earning an industry-recognised qualification.

TECHNICAL TRAINING

Our Data & Business Insights programme is split into five practical, hands-on courses – each delivered across two days in our online via Microsoft Teams.

COURSE 1

Ensure your team understand the data at their disposal. This hands-on course ensures participants understand the critical importance of data in their role and the wider digital world. We prepare learners with the foundational knowledge that is required to begin confidently handling data, organising information, and drawing insights that support smarter decisions.

Over two days, learners will:

  • Understand where business data comes from and its purpose, and identify and explain various data sources in typical business operations.
  • Confidently select appropriate datasets, compare data sets, and evaluate their usefulness and limitations.
  • Gain familiarity with the technical aspects of handling data in various formats, such as CSV, Excel, and JSON.

COURSE 2

This course empowers your team to work confidently with data, ensuring it’s secure and organised. Participants will learn to spot trends, create clear documentation, and use tools that simplify teamwork. Using real-world examples, employees will gain the analytical and critical thinking skills required to make informed decisions that contribute to overall business success.

Over two days, learners will:

  • Understand ethical considerations when handling data, the importance of responsible data usage, and its societal impact.
  • Gain awareness of common data management tools to streamline data storage and organisation.
  • Analyse datasets to identify patterns and trends, understanding how trends provide insight into business and operational performance.

COURSE 3

Accurate data empowers smarter decisions – turning insights into impactful business strategies. Participants will learn to clean data, check for errors, and ensure quality with practical tools and techniques. Learners will create impactful charts, selecting the right chart type to best represent specific data, making insights easy to understand and share.

Over two days, learners will:

  • Understand how poor data quality affects analysis, and identify common data quality issues such as missing values, duplicates, and inconsistent formats.
  • Learn data validation techniques and best practices to apply before visualisation, to ensure charts reflect true insights.
  • Explore written and visual methods for conveying data insights to effectively communicate findings, recognising that each approach serves a different purpose.

COURSE 4

Data storytelling transforms complex insights into clear, actionable visuals. This course empowers participants with the ability to turn raw data into compelling narratives, bridging the gap between analysis and meaningful business decisions. Learners will understand how to communicate data to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and gain practical experience using dashboards and communication tools.

Over two days, learners will:

  • Practice building narratives from raw data to communicate engaging, meaningful stories that resonate with stakeholders.
  • Explore different techniques for presenting data, and learn to adapt communication styles based on the data and audience.
  • Develop hands-on skills in visualising data by designing and building a simple dashboard that presents key metrics and trends.

COURSE 5

Incorporating elements of previous modules, this course ensures learners can put theory into practice. Learners will explore predictive analysis and use real-world data to bring projects to life – identifying business needs, assessing data trends, and presenting complex data simply, using tools like Power BI to create meaningful dashboards.

Over two days, learners will:

  • Explore the components of effective reports and dashboards, including design principles and key metrics.
  • Gain the ability to structure and plan data projects effectively, developing data strategies that include defining goals and identifying sources.
  • Develop practical skills in dashboard design and data presentation, importing data and creating an interactive dashboard with visualisations, filters, and KPIs.
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BE-SPOKE APPRENTICESHIPS

Be-Spoke ensures your training aligns perfectly with business strategies, industry demands, and core values, creating a more effective and tailored development pathway for your apprentices.

The platform gives you the tools to easily create apprenticeship programmes that are fully aligned with your industry-specific requirements. Each Be-Spoke apprenticeship is made up of 4 key features: Core Modules, Essential Modules, Expert Modules, and Be-Spoke Modules.

With our innovative approach, you’re not just selecting an apprenticeship but curating an entirely bespoke roadmap to success.

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BENEFITS OF INVESTING IN DATA SKILLS

GROW PROFITABILITY

A McKinsey report suggests that organisations that embed data skills into their operations outperform their competitors by 126%.

Enhance Efficiency

In a survey conducted by MicroStrategy, 73% of businesses said they’ve improved operational efficiency and the speed of decision-making through data analysis.

Competitive Advantage

Harvard Business Review found that organisations that use data-driven insights for decision-making experience a 5-6% increase in productivity and a 6% increase in profitability.

Increase Daily Output

A 2023 State of Data Literacy report found that 89% of UK leaders value basic data literacy skills as the most critical skill for their workforce’s day-to-day tasks.

Reduce Risk

41% of UK respondents identified inaccurate decision-making as the number one business risk.

Future-proof Your Business

67% of data and business leaders believe that organisations that invest in data upskilling are more likely to be recession-proof.

LET’S GET STARTED

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ABOUT BALTIC APPRENTICESHIPS

At Baltic Apprenticeships, we believe that apprenticeships are the most powerful tool in the world when it comes to skills development.

We’ve been delivering apprenticeships across England since 2007, and we were the first training provider to offer a completely digital approach to apprenticeship training.

Although we’re advocates of technology, we know that teaching life-changing skills needs a human touch. At Baltic, everything we do is built on a foundation of complete care.

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WE’RE PROUD TO PARTNER WITH

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Looking back now, there’s no question that the apprenticeship has given Katie the tools to do her job better.

It feels like the last few years have gone so fast! I say this to Katie near enough every time we catch up, but it really does feel like she’s continued to significantly improve – taking us an an organisation to the next level.

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APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMMES

Level 3 Data & Business Insights Apprenticeship

⏰ Up to 15 Months | 💻 Online Classroom | 👤 Dedicated Coach

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Course Overview

Data is the backbone of strategic decision-making, and data skills are in high demand across a diverse range of sectors in the UK. Data analytics enables companies to understand market trends, optimise operations, personalise customer experiences, and predict future outcomes.

Our Data & Business Insights course empowers business professionals to take their role to new levels, improving your efficiency, productivity and job satisfaction. Through a combination of live training, personalised learning resources, and additional certifications, we help you understand the data at your disposal – helping you become a data-driven professional.

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Who’s It For?

You don’t need to be a data scientist or a business analyst to be eligible for this programme, as data now flows through every job role that exists.

Our Data & Business Insights programme is perfect for anyone looking to build the skills required to successfully collect and analyse data, helping uncover valuable business insights. This programme enhances capabilities in data management, analysis, visualisation, and communication, supporting strategic goals and promoting long-term growth.

The only thing you need to be eligible for this programme is exposure to data – which could be as simple as working with Excel spreadsheets – and the drive to become a more well-rounded, modern business professional! On completion of this programme, you’ll gain a Level 3 Data Technician Apprenticeship qualification.

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Why Choose Data?

Data subtly but significantly shapes the world around you; from checking the weather app on your phone, which uses past data to forecast, to watching Netflix, which uses data algorithms to recommend shows based on your watch list.

Essentially, data gets rid of the guesswork. We no longer need to rely solely on feelings or intuition, as data acts as evidence that allows for informed and transparent decisions. Individuals and businesses can harness the power of data to analyse trends, measure performance, and assess risks based on factual information.

As technology advances, data has become an integral part of business operations and growth strategies. There is a demand for data skills across a wide range of industries, and due to this, individuals working in the data field are guaranteed career longevity and a competitive salary.

Workers brainstorming ways to use AI

Introduction to AI

We’re committed to building sought-after critical AI skills and preparing our learners for the new digital economy, so all our apprentices are enrolled on our Introduction to AI course.

The most notable barrier for businesses looking to introduce AI into daily operations is a lack of internal AI skills, with a quarter of organisations reporting that they struggle to find employees with the necessary skills to implement and manage AI technologies.

Our interactive 3-part course provides our learners with a comprehensive overview of AI; understanding its origins, categories, and capabilities. Learners will understand use cases for AI models, and be able to successfully implement appropriate models into their role while following relevant ethical regulations.

TECHNICAL TRAINING

Our Data & Business Insights programme is split into five practical, hands-on courses – each delivered across two days via Microsoft Teams.

COURSE 1

Ensure your team understand the data at their disposal. This hands-on course ensures participants understand the critical importance of data in their role and the wider digital world. We prepare learners with the foundational knowledge that is required to begin confidently handling data, organising information, and drawing insights that support smarter decisions.

Over two days, learners will:

  • Understand where business data comes from and its purpose, and identify and explain various data sources in typical business operations.
  • Confidently select appropriate datasets, compare data sets, and evaluate their usefulness and limitations.
  • Gain familiarity with the technical aspects of handling data in various formats, such as CSV, Excel, and JSON.

COURSE 2

This course empowers your team to work confidently with data, ensuring it’s secure and organised. Participants will learn to spot trends, create clear documentation, and use tools that simplify teamwork. Using real-world examples, employees will gain the analytical and critical thinking skills required to make informed decisions that contribute to overall business success.

Over two days, learners will:

  • Understand ethical considerations when handling data, the importance of responsible data usage, and its societal impact.
  • Gain awareness of common data management tools to streamline data storage and organisation.
  • Analyse datasets to identify patterns and trends, understanding how trends provide insight into business and operational performance.

COURSE 3

Accurate data empowers smarter decisions – turning insights into impactful business strategies. Participants will learn to clean data, check for errors, and ensure quality with practical tools and techniques. Learners will create impactful charts, selecting the right chart type to best represent specific data, making insights easy to understand and share.

Over two days, learners will:

  • Understand how poor data quality affects analysis, and identify common data quality issues such as missing values, duplicates, and inconsistent formats.
  • Learn data validation techniques and best practices to apply before visualisation, to ensure charts reflect true insights.
  • Explore written and visual methods for conveying data insights to effectively communicate findings, recognising that each approach serves a different purpose.

COURSE 4

Data storytelling transforms complex insights into clear, actionable visuals. This course empowers participants with the ability to turn raw data into compelling narratives, bridging the gap between analysis and meaningful business decisions. Learners will understand how to communicate data to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and gain practical experience using dashboards and communication tools.

Over two days, learners will:

  • Practice building narratives from raw data to communicate engaging, meaningful stories that resonate with stakeholders.
  • Explore different techniques for presenting data, and learn to adapt communication styles based on the data and audience.
  • Develop hands-on skills in visualising data by designing and building a simple dashboard that presents key metrics and trends.

COURSE 5

Incorporating elements of previous modules, this course ensures learners can put theory into practice. Learners will explore predictive analysis and use real-world data to bring projects to life – identifying business needs, assessing data trends, and presenting complex data simply, using tools like Power BI to create meaningful dashboards.

Over two days, learners will:

  • Explore the components of effective reports and dashboards, including design principles and key metrics.
  • Gain the ability to structure and plan data projects effectively, developing data strategies that include defining goals and identifying sources.
  • Develop practical skills in dashboard design and data presentation, importing data and creating an interactive dashboard with visualisations, filters, and KPIs.

FACTS & STATISTICS

Our apprenticeships are made with your future employability in mind. We help you build the sought-after digital skills that will improve your overall employability, alongside benefitting your chosen sector and helping repair critical industry issues. Don’t believe us? Let’s look at the data.

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Of people are not comfortable working with data

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Rise in data skills training for businesses since 2019

93%

Of our data apprentices received a Pass or higher upon completion of their apprenticeship

99%

Of our 2021/2022 learners confirmed they are in paid employment or further education

64%

Of people are not comfortable working with data

376%

Rise in data skills training for businesses since 2019

93%

Of our data apprentices received a Pass or higher upon completion of their apprenticeship

99%

Of our 2021/2022 learners confirmed they are in paid employment or further education

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1-2-1 Coaching & Support

Everything we do is built with our learners in mind. To ensure our learners receive the appropriate level of coaching and overall support, each learner has a designated coach that will support them throughout the entirety of their apprenticeship.

Our approach is designed to empower our learners to achieve their full potential, and we take great pride in offering personalised and comprehensive support. We understand that each individual has unique learning needs, goals, and challenges, and we strive to provide tailored support to help our apprentices succeed in their apprenticeship journey.

Working alongside our coaches, we have a dedicated Safeguarding Team. Their main responsibilities are to keep each of our learners safe and protect them from physical abuse, emotional abuse, domestic abuse, cyberbullying, radicalisation, among other safeguarding concerns, and provide physical and mental health support and advice.

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Baltic Community

We know that apprentices don’t always get the opportunity to network with other apprentices. We wanted to change that! Who better to talk to about your apprenticeship programme than others on the same journey?

All our learners are invited to join our Baltic Community platform, which aims to build a sense of community and camaraderie for our apprentices. We have created a safe space for learners to connect with other like-minded professionals, access support from their peers and coaches, and generally make the most out of their exciting apprenticeship journey!

It is here that our apprentices can access a range of personal and professional development resources, enrol on our tailored training courses, and book Baltic Live events.

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WE’RE PROUD TO PARTNER WITH

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I had thought about entering the Tech world for a while, but I would often count myself out before I could try. […] Then, two years ago, an opportunity arose at my workplace. A vacancy in the data analysis team opened, I took the risk and went for my first Tech job… and I haven’t looked back since!

Clare Smyrell – Professional Development Data Analyst Apprentice

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My advice to women considering a career in the Tech industry is… BE BOLD! Don’t let stereotypes hold you back. An apprenticeship is definitely worth considering due to the amount of support you receive, mountains of industry experience, and the benefits of earning while you train, leaving you free to enjoy your home life.

Diana Cocking – Data Analyst Apprentice

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