Professional Career Development Programmes

Develop your skills, gain recognised qualifications and progress your career through levy-funded development opportunities available across NatWest Group.

Fully funded development opportunities available to eligible NatWest colleagues.

HOW IT WORKS

A simple process to support your development

1. Explore Programmes

Browse the programmes available across AI, Finance, Risk, Technology, Data, Leadership, HR and more.

2. Speak to the BPP Team

Contact PCDP@bpp.com for guidance on the most suitable programme.

3. Gain Manager Approval

Review how the programme supports your career goals and development. Ensure that you can commit the time during working hours.

4. Submit Your Application

Complete the application process for your chosen programme.

Explore Programmes

Browse development opportunities by career pathway and area of interest.

Level: 3

Duration: 16 Months

Annual Intakes: Monthly

Qualifications: Level 3 Data Technician

Level: 3

Duration: 15 Months

Annual Intakes: Bi-Monthly

Qualifications: Level 3 Digital Support Technician, AI -3025: Microsoft Work Smarter with AI, AB -730: Microsoft AI Business Professional

Level: 4

Duration: 18 Months

Annual Intakes: Monthly

Qualifications: Level 4 Data Analyst

Level: 4

Duration: 15 Months

Annual Intakes: Bi-Monthly

Qualifications: Level 4 Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation Practitioner, AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals, PL-900: Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals, PL-200: Microsoft Power Platform

Level: 4

Duration: 18 Months

Annual Intakes: Monthly

Qualifications: Level 4 Business Analyst

Level: 5

Duration: 19 Months

Annual Intakes: Jan, May, Sep

Qualifications: Level 5 Data Engineer

Level: 6

Duration: 18

Annual Intakes: Feb, Jun, Aug, Oct

Qualifications: Level 6 Machine Learning & ISACA AI Fundamentals Certification

Level: 6

Duration: 36 Months

Annual Intakes: Jan, May, Sept

Qualifications: BSc (Hons) Data Science

Useful downloads

FAQ

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People Manager Guide

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Line Manager Checklist

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