What you'll be able to do

• Understand the key elements that contribute to a successful and well-received event.
• Understand the different types of venues and resources required for planning and delivering various types of events.
• Understand how to organise and run events, including logistics, scheduling, and coordination.
• Understand how to evaluate an event's success based on feedback and key performance indicators.
• Plan and organise an event, considering all necessary resources and logistics.
• Manage an event effectively, ensuring smooth operation and addressing any issues that arise.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the economic business cycle and the different types of capital funding used by businesses.
• Understand how to use financial statements to analyse business performance.
• Understand the need for financial planning and controls within organisations to ensure financial stability.
• Produce a budget cash flow forecast for a business.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the different legal statuses and structures of businesses, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, and limited companies
• Understand the legal relationships that arise from business operation activities, such as contracts, torts, and intellectual property
• Understand the legal responsibilities of shareholders and directors in relation to the business and its stakeholders
• Understand the role of corporate governance in the modern business world, including its principles, practices, and benefits

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the fundamental principles of marketing
• Understand the importance and role of the customer in marketing activities
• Understand the term 'marketing mix' and how this works in practice to achieve marketing goals
• Understand marketing theory and the role of marketing teams within an organisation
• Understand how different marketing strategies and campaigns benefit businesses and contribute to their success

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the key differences between routine work and participating in a project
• Understand the purpose of project evaluation and the various methods used to evaluate a project's success
• Prepare for a project by defining its scope and objectives, and plan the project activities and resources
• Monitor a project's progress against the plan, identify potential issues, and take corrective action

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how effective time management can help the achievement of targets and objectives
• Understand the range of factors that can impact on time management and identify strategies for minimising their impact
• Understand how to evaluate a project and the purpose of project evaluation
• Understand how to be assertive to achieve a desired outcome in a professional context
• Manage time effectively to meet deadlines and achieve objectives

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the fundamental principles and techniques of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and their application in communication
• Understand the purpose of planning communications to ensure clarity, effectiveness, and desired outcomes
• Understand how to effectively use body language and active listening techniques in verbal communication to build rapport and understanding
• Understand how to identify and evaluate areas for professional and personal development to enhance communication skills and overall effectiveness

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the process for recruitment within an organisation
• Understand how to conduct effective interviews
• Understand how to monitor and manage the performance of individuals in the workplace
• Understand the organisational and legal requirements for administering Human Resource records

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to recognise and work effectively with other people’s communication styles
• Understand how to influence others in a professional setting
• Understand how to persuade others to adopt a particular viewpoint or take a specific action
• Understand different questioning techniques and their application in persuasion and influencing
• Use persuasion and influencing skills effectively in various situations

What you'll be able to do

• Understand own values, career aspirations, and personal goals in relation to a current or desired work role and professional development opportunities
• Understand how to plan self-development activities, considering available resources and learning styles
• Understand how to evaluate the effectiveness of development activities in achieving personal and professional goals
• Devise a comprehensive self-development plan that outlines specific goals, activities, timelines, and evaluation methods

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of accurate minutes of meetings in an organisational context
• Take comprehensive and relevant notes within meetings
• Produce minutes of meetings which accurately reflect the discussions and decisions made, and which meet the organisation's requirements

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the key responsibilities, duties, and skills required of an Executive Assistant (EA) or Personal Assistant (PA).
• Communicate effectively, network professionally, and influence others in a business environment.
• Understand different management styles and the skills required to work effectively within a business environment.
• Understand the principles of time management, organising meetings, goal setting, and how to apply them to improve efficiency and productivity.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the purpose of planning communication
• Understand the importance of quality and design when producing documents
• Understand how to communicate in writing
• Communicate in writing