Management foundations programme: Applying

Applications for the 2026/27 Management Foundations cohorts are open from Monday 22 June until Friday 31 July 2026, 5pm.

Apply for the 2026/27 programme

For preparation, an example application form is provided where required.

We aim to respond with application outcomes week commencing 24 August 2026.

If you have any questions about the programme, please contact leadership-development@york.ac.uk.

2026/27 Programme dates

Please note that all scheduled dates may be subject to change based on room availability.

Cohort 5

Induction: Tuesday 6 October 2026; 10am to 11.30am - Online
Module 1: Tuesday 13 October; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In-person
Module 2: Tuesday 10 November; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In-person
Module 3: Tuesday 8 December; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In-person
Module 4: Tuesday 12 January 2027; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In-person
Programme Review: Tuesday 16 February; 1pm to 3pm - In-person

Cohort 6

Induction: Thursday 4 March; 10am to 11.30am - Online
Module 1: Thursday 18 March; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In person
Module 2: Thursday 15 April; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In person
Module 3: Thursday 13 May; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In person
Module 4: Thursday 17 June; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In person
Programme Review: Thursday 15 July; 10am to 12 noon - In person

Cohort 7

Induction: Wednesday 21 April 2027; 10am to 11.30pm - Online
Module 1: Wednesday 28 April; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In-person
Module 2: Wednesday 26 May; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In-person
Module 3: Wednesday 23 June; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In-person
Module 4: Wednesday 21 July; 9.30am to 4.30pm - In-person
Programme Review: Wednesday 18 August; 10am to 12 noon - In-person

Selection criteria

In the event that multiple applications are received from the same team or department, we will consult with the relevant senior leader to determine and agree on which applicant(s) should be given priority.