Soon to be launched - CIM Diploma in Marketing Communications!

We are pleased that the CIM Diploma in Marketing Communications will soon be available from our London Centre. Complementing our existing range of CIM qualifications it is ideal for those who want to learn more about what the marketing communications mix entails and how to manage it.

The qualification is ideal for those who have previous marketing knowledge and experience and would like to develop or pursue a marketing communications role. On completion you will have an in-depth understanding of the elements of the marketing communications mix and how to implement and integrate them alongside other marketing activities to contribute towards the overall business objectives and success.

The course consist of five modules, Marketing and Consumer Behaviour, Public Relations, Direct Marketing & Sales Promotion, Advertising and Integrated Media and all delegates will be supported throughout the whole course which also includes everything you will need including in addition to the workshops, tutor written study guides, course text books, access to online resources and a support tutor who will guide you through the preparation of your assessments.

The first module is scheduled to start with the Marketing and Consumer Behaviour workshop which is scheduled to start in June at our London Centre.

For more information about the CIM Diploma in Marketing Communications visit our website www.professionalacademy.com or call Paul Owens on 0844 80085256.

Introductory Certificate in Marketing, new evening workshops launched!

We have had a fantastic response to our CIM Introductory Certificate in Marketing with many people interested in studying the qualification but preferring the option of attending after work in the evenings. So, due to this high demand we have now scheduled evening workshops at our London Centre, but also launched the course at our Eastern Centre based in central Cambridge.

Ideal for anyone working in a customer facing role, even those involved in finance, operations and HR, or for anyone who is considering starting a marketing career and wants to dip their toe in the water, the qualification gives a comprehensive introduction to marketing, how it works and most importantly how it will benefit your business and help you improve your relationships with your customers.

We support you through the whole course which also includes providing everything you will need including in addition to the workshops, tutor written study guides, course text books, access to online resources and a support tutor who will guide you through the preparation of your assessments.

With our next intake for the Eastern Centre being in late March, there is no better time to start. For more information about the qualification and what we offer why not call Paul Owens on 0844 800 5256 or visit our website www.professionalacademy.com

Business North West Exhibition

We have just returned from two days exhibiting at the Business North West Exhibition in Manchester. It proved to be a very successful trip with lots of people and companies interested in our qualifications and courses. It also proved very useful for meeting organisatiosn who will be able help us further with offering our qualifications to a wider audience.

As a general exhibition there were a range of companies both exhibiting and visiting ranging from website hosting and optimisation, graphic designers and professional bodies such as the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). It would have been good to see the Institute of Sales and Marketing (ISMM) there but maybe next year.

The new CIM Diploma in Digital Marketing and Diploma in Managing Digital Media qualifications we a real success with many people interested in enroling on the courses, and with the first lot of workshops already booked it is expected to be a great success. Management also seems to be an area which is in great demand, particulalry in the public sector according to sources so we will be keenly pursuing this opportunity further. Overall, the exhbition shows that despite economic circumstances there is still a real desire to be trained and gain qualifications in marketing, management and sales which is positive for us, although we must make sure we stay ahead of the game.

We hope to see you at our next event, CIM Live in London being held this Wednesday 4th November at BMA House, Tavistock House, London. For more information click here.

Visit our website www.professionalacademy.com for more information about our qualifications in marketing, management and sales and, prospectus.

NEW – CAM Digital Marketing qualifications – starting September

Cambridge Professional Academy is now offering the two newly developed CAM digital marketing qualifications:

• Diploma in Digital Marketing


• Diploma in Managing Digital Marketing

Cambridge Professional Academy is just one of five selected training providers to offer this course during the pilot year. Replacing the CIM EMarketing Award these qulaifications have been designed to reflect the fast paced and changing digital world in which marketing is increasingly an essential aspect for all companies.

Designed for anyone currently or interested in becoming involved in digital marketing they provide a natural progression depending on your level of knowledge and experience both qualifications include the equivelent of four modules.

Diploma in Digital Marketing

• Digital Marketing Essentials
• Digital Marketing Planning
• Marketing & Consumer Behaviour (double module)

The Diploma in Managing Digital Marketing

• Intergrating Digital Media and Branding
• Implementing Digital Campaigns
• Advertising
• Public Relations

To find out more about these exciting new qualifications visit www.professionalacademy.com or contact us by email – enquiries@professionalacademy.com or telephone 0844 8005256.

NEW -Digital Marketing short courses

Cambridge Professional Academy is pleased to announce a range of exciting new Digital Marketing short courses based at their London office.

Led by expert tutors John chacksfoeld and Dave chaffey these courses are ideal whether you are brand new to digital marketing or already have some experience, these courses are ideal to build on your knwledge and to boost your digital marketing to the next level!

• Running a successful digital marketing campaign.
• SEO Best practice techniques and tips.
• Successful eMail marketing.
• Successful web 2.0/ web 3.0 tactics.
• Maximising website visitor conversion.
• Digital marketing overview for managers

For more information and to book your place click here

CIM course qualification automation

Over the past few years we have been very effective in the online teaching methods that we offer for our CIM courses (Chartered Institute of Marketing), and we have tried to keep on top of technology to continue to provide a service that ensures that our students pass their exams.

We are currently looking for an experienced IT person to take on the roll of day to day maintenance of our IT systems and growing database of clients.

We are still developing our online teaching technologies and systems with a core team, but need somebody to come on board permanently to learn the ropes and take over some of the day to day running of the systems.

Our core technologies include ASP, VB, ASP.NET C#, and SQL Server technologies. We run our online systems from an inhouse Windows driven cluster.

The role is based in the centre of Cambridge and if you feel you may be suitable then feel free to contact us.

Case Study: Improve

Improve are the Sector Skills Council for the Food and Drink Manufacturing and Processing Industry.


The Challenge
Skills shortage recognised: The UK food and drink industry is the largest manufacturing sector in the UK and second most productive food and drink industry in the world, but facing serious skills shortages, particularly in management.
Improve's response: Through the Women and Work: Sector Pathways Initiative, Improve received funding to up-skill 600 female supervisors and aspiring managers within the industry.


The Requirement
To prepare and deliver an accredited Level 3 management award through blended learning, with on-line support and information.
To initiate a full reporting programme on delegate progress and quality issues
Simple administrative procedures to be incorporated.
The whole programme ready to run within 6 weeks.


Cambridge Professional Academy's solution:
High quality, tailored learning programme developed, incorporating specially written learning materials, work-based assessed projects, contact strategy giving continuous and motivational support, unlimited on-line personal support for all participants for duration of study.
Materials delivered in hard-copy and electronic format.
Established dedicated team of trainers for workshops and on-line support throughout the programme.
Constructed bespoke and dedicated website with secure personal pages for participants.
Integrated back office IT systems allowing fully automated and seamless administration for enquiry to registration to completion.
Full management reporting package initiated and integrated with Improve's own IT systems.
Stringent quality checks.
Programme up and running within 5 weeks.

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Being experts in delivering distance learning courses in CIM, management, and marketing, the Cambridge Professional Academy aims to deliver this solution for the skills academy over the coming months.
This will be done in colaboration with the Anglia software house altFusion providing the ASP.NET IT systems.
The progress of this solution will be commented on in this blog and on the CPA new postings update here.