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Click a course for more details or to book...
The Short courses listed here will be updated each month, with new topics, skills and career events. There is a set price for half day workshops £175 and day workshops at £295 plus VAT so you know what each event will cost in advance.
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Building Brands
Successful brands are the result of careful planning and engaging with customer needs. Building a 21st century brand requires clear focus, creatively, commercial skills and commitment. This one day course provides an introduction to key principles and practices.
Event Management
Events are an ideal opportunity to bring your brand to life with key clients in attendance. To do this well, requires creativity and careful planning. This course aims to harness this skills so you can create memorable, commercial events.
Introduction to Project Management
Ideal for those who beginning to manage projects or are are working in project management. The course will provide an introduction to project management and how projects differ from normal work activities.