This programme is designed for professionals with senior responsibility for fleet operations, including:

• Fleet operators
• Fleet service providers
• Strategic decision-makers

Participants will typically hold overall responsibility for fleet performance or operate in a strategic leadership role.

It is the natural progression from the Fleet Vehicle Management – Strategic Course and supports those advancing into senior leadership positions. (The Strategic course is not a pre-requisite for attending the Advanced course).

Returning Delegates

Those who completed the Advanced course prior to June 2026 (including under ICFM) may attend this updated programme at a reduced fee, without assessment. With the majority of content refreshed, this provides an opportunity for ongoing professional development. Please submit an enquiry to discuss suitability.

Trainer-led, face-to-face programme, delivered over 5 consecutive days

o Monday start: 10:30
o Friday finish: 13:30

Maximum cohort size: 12

Following the taught programme, delegates have 12 weeks to complete and submit a business case proposal for assessment.

Successful completion results in:

• IMI Professional Achievement Certificate
• AFP Fellow status (FAFP)

A one week intensive programme offers distinct advantages for senior leaders compared to longer, modular formats;

– Concentrated time away from day-to-day operations enables leaders to step back and think strategically
– Supports big-picture thinking and decision-making clarity
– Immersive environment enables rapid skill development and knowledge consolidation
– Continuous learning across consecutive days improves retention and understanding
– Leaders move quickly from concepts to practical application
– Short turnaround allows organisations to realise faster return on investment

This advanced programme is designed to equip senior fleet professionals with the strategic insight, leadership capability, and practical tools required to manage complex fleet operations.

Delivered as an intensive, workshop-led experience, by the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

• Apply advanced principles to the strategic leadership of fleet operations across:
– Fleet Strategy
– Fleet Planning
– Fleet Finance
– Fleet Sustainability
• Evaluate the impact of economic, geopolitical, and global factors on fleet performance and decision-making
• Define a clear 5-year strategic direction across four key pillars:
– Cost
– Safety
– Sustainability
– People
• Demonstrate applied capability through the development and assessment of a comprehensive business case proposal

Ronnie Gillman

Working in automotive roles from dealer to manufacturer for over 30 years, Ronnie has been Training Manager at The AFP since September 2021, and has been designing and delivering training since 2001.
 
“I’ve always enjoyed celebrating others success and seeing people thrive from their development and achievements, so training is magnetic for me”

Derek Thornton

Working in vehicle leasing and fleet management for over 35 years, Derek has held senior roles with several of the UK’s leading leasing providers, and now delivers strategic and commercial guidance to public and private sector fleet operators. Derek brings a unique perspective to fleet procurement and management and has been an AFP trainer since 2024.

“I take great satisfaction in helping my customers and AFP training delegates uncover opportunities to achieve genuine value from their suppliers, without compromising service quality or outcomes.”

Matt Dale

With over 40 years’ experience in the automotive industry spanning vehicle manufacturing, the dealer network & the leasing industry, Matt offers a uniquely broad prospective on the fleet industry, bringing a holistic and commercially grounded approach to fleet and e-mobility. An AFP trainer since 2024, Matt runs our EV and eLCV courses.
 
“I’m driven by helping people think bigger, grow in confidence, and turn complex challenges into capability they can use every day”

Paul Miers

Holding senior finance and analysis roles in the fleet industry for over 25 years Paul is a trained accountant and has broad experience running financial and electrification training. An AFP assessor and trainer since 2024, Paul also runs the Finance module on Fleet Vehicle Management – Strategic course.

“Training provides me with great satisfaction when I can help the delegates with their light bulb moments, particularly when communicating difficult concepts in a simple way”

£2,995 course fee
£83.82 IMI accreditation fee

Includes:
• Lunch and refreshments
Excludes:
• Accommodation

The course is available to AFP members. Membership starts from £99 — see membership benefits.

Cancellation Policy

• Less than 4 weeks: 100% fee payable
• 4–8 weeks: 50% refund

Please notify us as early as possible if cancellation is required.

Group Bookings (3+ delegates)

• Maximum of 4 places per organisation
• Where more than 2 places are booked, cancellations within 16 weeks are subject to a 50% refund

Epyx
Hampton Lane
Meriden
Coventry CV7 7LL

Monday (10:30 start) to Friday (13:30 finish)

Cohort 1:
19–23 October 2026

If you are in fleet then this course is a must. With the ever changing landscape faced by fleet Managers this course offers the chance refresh and expand your knowledge in a friendly atmosphere with other like minded fleet professionals. The instructors are experienced and knowledgeable and help generate interesting and positive debate amongst the team
– Matthew Hammond, Altrad

The course has so far been really informative and a great way to complete a stop and check on how we present ourselves and how we identify the best way to present to others. Keeping it relevant and concise whilst hitting objectives. Great vibe and positivity to the course. Highly recommended.
– Charlie Dix, Lex Autolease

Both rewarding and insightful. Getting away from your day job and returning to guiding principles is very timely
– Jim Sinclair, Lex Autolease

The advanced course has helped solidify my learning and assisted me with further growth and development. I would recommend this course to anyone who aspires to be a senior fleet leader.
– Chris Mullings, Openreach