Morrisons develops foundation degree with Hull University
Morrisons has launched a foundation degree in supermarket operations with the Logistics Institute at Hull University Business School.
The supermarket has worked in close consultation with the Institute and the University of Hull’s Knowledge Exchange team to develop the part-time foundation degree which will offer training in logistics and leadership to 100 Morrisons employees.
The programme, which aims to connect theoretical learning with the workplace environment, incorporates modules covering academic and management skills, basic HR modules and operations management, as well in-depth leadership and logistics study.
The blend of leadership and logistics modules will be delivered in a block format to enable employees to attend without disrupting their employment responsibilities with part of the course being delivered on site at Morrisons.
Never Miss a Retail Update!The course will mainly be attended by supervisors who are looking to progress to manager roles. Four groups of 25 students will study the course with the first cohort due to graduate in July 2014.
Once they have successfully completed their studies, students will receive a recognised certificate and be given the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills further.
Nathan Clements, HR director for manufacturing and logistics at Morrisons, explained: “Efficiently moving food to our stores and customers – come rain or shine or even snow – is one of the most vital parts of any supermarket business. This degree programme will ensure that we can develop the best managers for the weekly challenge of managing a supply chain that serves 11.5 million customers every week.”
Director of the Logistics Institute, Professor David Grant, added: “We are delighted that Morrisons has chosen us to deliver on this programme. The Logistics Institute has worked hard to ensure that the programme is challenging but balanced, with plenty of support for students and good progression routes to a full degree should the students wish to continue.
“It is our belief that the chosen students will learn and progress rapidly on the programme and become a real asset to the Morrisons brand in the future.”
The first cohort of students began their studies on 15 October.
