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Title: From Learning to Impact: Research Dissemination Habits among Chartered Manager Degree Apprentices in the United Kingdom
Language: English
Authors: Kieron Chadwick (ORCID 0000-0002-1547-6808), Karen Castle (ORCID 0009-0008-5381-2279), Trevor Gerhardt
Source: Higher Education, Skills and Work-based Learning. 2026 16(2):456-471.
Availability: Emerald Publishing Limited. Howard House, Wagon Lane, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 1WA, UK. Tel: +44-1274-777700; Fax: +44-1274-785201; e-mail: emerald@emeraldinsight.com; Web site: http://www.emerald.com/insight
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 16
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Work Experience Programs, Work Based Learning, Apprenticeships, Information Dissemination, College Students, Research Methodology, Action Research, Research Projects, Mentors, Business Education, Time Management, Organizational Culture, Student Research
Geographic Terms: United Kingdom
DOI: 10.1108/HESWBL-08-2025-0345
ISSN: 2042-3896
Abstract: Purpose: This study explores the research dissemination habits of chartered manager degree apprentices (CMDAs) in the UK. While apprentices often produce impactful work-based research, little is known about how, when or if these findings are disseminated internally or external to the organisation. This paper addresses this gap by examining dissemination experiences, motivations, barriers and facilitative organisational and educational mechanisms. Knowledge-to-action (KTA) framework and the degree apprentice identity (DAI) model are applied to understand the relationship between research identity, context and impact. Design/methodology/approach: A qualitative approach was used, involving semi-structured interviews with 24 current or former CMDAs. Data were analysed using thematic analysis, with three researchers independently coding transcripts before collaborating on a shared coding framework. This rigorous, interpretive method enabled the capture of complex insights into dissemination practices across the group. Findings: The study found that CMDAs regularly engage in informal, internal dissemination tailored to organisational needs. However, they generally lack the confidence, time and/or support to pursue external channels despite a desire and motivation to do so. Barriers include lack of awareness, unsupportive organisational cultures and legal or reputational concerns for the organisation. Where supportive cultures do exist, particularly in project-based organisations, dissemination is more embedded. Originality/value: This paper explores research dissemination among degree apprentices, a group overlooked in existing dissemination and implementation (D&I) literature. It contributes a "3Ps" model (people, platforms, publications) and makes recommendations for training providers, employers and professional bodies to create dissemination cultures which support apprentices in achieving wider impact.
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