Professor Jim Saker is director of the Centre for Automotive Management at Loughborough University's Business School and an AM Awards judge. He has been involved in the automotive industry for more than 20 years.
It is now possible to get a Masters-level qualification in using Apprenticeship Levy funding
Stoke Audi's head of business has become a Master of Science three years after signing up to complete his degree through the business.
Professor Jim Saker shares his thoughts on Arthur Daley and the death of Minder actor George Cole, who played the used car dealer.
The focus of the AM Used Car Conference in October will be on driving increased revenue and profitability.