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GSK's Digital Transformation and Data Strategy

GSK has teamed up with Cambridge Spark to deliver Data Science, Analytics & AI learning programmes to support the worldwide research and development, pharma supply chain and enabling functions.

GSK is committed to transforming the way the company uses digital platforms and data to improve health outcomes and the experience of patients, providers and payers. Our focus is on uncovering blind spots in patients’ journeys and working to use insights from data to deliver a more integrated experience. At the core of this objective is a focus on learning and development for those employees who use data on a daily basis.

As part of this strategy we have teamed up with Cambridge Spark to deliver apprenticeship programmes to support the worldwide research and development, pharma supply chain and enabling functions. The programmes consist of applied practical learning through live workshops, real world-simulated assignments and work-based projects. Learners are also supported by a personal coach and technical mentors.

Apprenticeship Programmes

Apprenticeships provide a well-defined route for internal talent development in England. They are open to new and existing employees in full-time roles working with data. Funded by the Apprenticeship Levy, apprenticeships are a cost-effective way to upskill employees in analytics, data science and AI.

Available Programmes

Apprenticeships provide a well-defined route for internal talent development in England. They are open to new and existing employees in full-time roles working with data. Apprenticeships are a cost-effective way to upskill employees in analytics, data science and AI.

Apprenticeship

Data Citizen

13-month Data Citizen Apprenticeship (Level 3)

Master the essential mindset, tools and skills to thrive in a data-driven organisation.

Who is right for it ?

Suitable for those:

  • Regularly using spreadsheets in their work
  • Often using spreadsheets or other sources to provide insight to colleagues
  • Manually creating reports with tools like Excel
  • Looking to use data to increase their productivity

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Data Analyst

14-month Data Analyst Apprenticeship (Level 4)

Break out of the limitations of spreadsheets to leverage the analytics power of Python, SQL and introductory machine learning.

Who is right for it ?

Suitable for those:

  • Proficient using spreadsheets and other IT software
  • Currently working with lots of data in large spreadsheets
  • Can identify how they will apply data analytics in their role to create business impact
  • Comfortable with algebra

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AI Workflow Specialist

12-month AI Workflow Specialist Apprenticeship (Level 4)

Optimise and automate business workflows with AI tools that drive operational efficiency.

Who is right for it ?

Programme Suitability

  • Ability to create or improve workflows with AI & automation
  • Direct mandate from your employer to automate business processes.
  • Access to enterprise AI tools and data to build live projects.

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Digital Product Manager

14-month Digital Product Manager Apprenticeship (Level 4)

Deliver customer value by developing user-centric digital product management talent

Who is right for it ?

Suitable for those:

  • Responsible for managing the product lifecycle, possibly with the support of a senior colleague
  • Working collaboratively with other teams such as Engineering and engaging with other product stakeholders
  • Can access and use feedback to reiterate the product and inform decisions

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Data Engineer

14-month Data Engineer Apprenticeship (Level 5)

Leading data engineering for AI transformation

Who is right for it ?

Suitable for those:

  • Looking to develop skills in Python, SQL, data modelling approaches, software testing, git, CI/CD and DevOps mindset
  • Pursuing a junior data engineering role

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AI Engineer

15-month AI Engineer Apprenticeship (Level 6)

Master the skills to operationalise machine learning, build and deploy real-world AI solutions.

Who is right for it ?

Suitable for those:

  • Regularly working with Python and data analysis tools
  • Involved in or transitioning to roles focused on AI/ML implementation and deployment
  • Opportunities to build and apply machine learning solutions to real-world problems
  • Looking to bridge the gap between data science, software engineering, and AI operations

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AI Leader

12-month AI Engineer Apprenticeship (Level 5)

Equip your leaders with the skills to execute and manage your AI transformation

Who is right for it ?

Suitable for those:

  • Mid-level managers with operational responsibilities in any industry.
  • Interested in AI transformation and eager to develop leadership skills.
  • Involved in change management from an AI perspective.
  • Working in or towards a management role that requires awareness of key AI concepts.

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Case Study

Data Analyst Apprentice identifies £30k of savings for GSK

The technical skills already being applied in various departments are making waves throughout GSK’s UK and global teams. One solution developed by an apprentice allowed for over £30,000 savings due to task automation via a Python script.

“I wanted to get a strong grip on Python as a programming language and develop an understanding of data analysis. GSK collects a lot of data in various formats, with the right skill set, I would be able to identify patterns and unlock value for my team”.

Saad Abdullah, Apprentice

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Our Delivery Partner

Cambridge Spark is a leader in transformational data science and AI training. Their pioneering training programmes are built on their proprietary AI-powered learning and assessment platform, EDUKATE.AI®, to accelerate the tech capability of both individuals and organisations.

Expert designed curriculum

Apprenticeship and Degree Apprenticeship Programmes are designed by Data Scientists and Data Analysts working in industry, for industry

Instant feedback 24/7 with EDUKATE.AI®

Learners are given instant feedback that’s aligned with standards such as PEP8, Pylint, Cyclomatic Complexity and Unit Tests, as well as machine learning metrics such as accuracy, F1 score, MSE and the confusion matrix.

Work-based projects and portfolios

Learners gain applied practical experience through completing real-world data problems. Programmes are focused on enabling learners to apply new skills into their work right away, driving value for the business and ensuring ROI.

Innovative virtual learning solutions

Live, instructor-led virtual learning sessions have been specifically designed for group remote learning. Training takes place over high-quality video and audio, creating a virtual classroom. Learners also have access to break out rooms, supported by Slack, where they can come together to chat, socialise and discuss the training.

Teaching & coaching from professionals

The very fabric of Cambridge Spark is deeply-rooted in academia, with the teaching and coaching team consisting of PhD’s from the UK’s best universities, and professionals with backgrounds in world-renowned Machine Learning organisations, such as Google, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Amazon, and Morgan Stanley.

Apprenticeship FAQs

What are apprenticeships?

Apprenticeships are a long-term training commitment which seek to upskill existing UK-based employees within an organisation, enabling employers to foster a workforce consisting of highly-skilled and highly-engaged talent.

They typically run over 12-24 months and include 6-8 hours off-the-job training per week, enabling a blended approach between theory and practical-learning.

Who is eligible for apprenticeships?

Apprenticeships are open to anyone in full-time employment in England. They are open to current as well as new employees, people of any age, and even those with previous qualifications.

Apprenticeships can be for people early in their careers as well as experienced talent looking to advance their skill set or change careers, which is increasingly necessary as the world of work changes.

How are apprenticeships funded?

In England, if you are a large organisation with annual salaries over £3m you can have your apprenticeships 100% funded by the government through the apprenticeship levy. Employers who do not fall into this group can either have 95% funded by the government (and pay just 5%) or can have levy transferred from another levy-paying organisation to have them 100% funded.

What does off-the-job training mean?

Off-the-job training is defined as learning which is undertaken outside of the day-to-day work duties and it must take place within the apprentice’s normal working hours.

It can be delivered on a flexible basis, for example, as part of each day, one day per week, one week out of five, or as block release, and can be carried out at the apprentice’s place of work or from home.

The 6-8 hours off-the-job training provides learners with the time to focus and develop the required skills, knowledge, and behaviours to achieve the apprenticeship

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