Online courses at Cambridge in UK

Online courses at Cambridge

Our online courses offer you the opportunity to study at Cambridge...wherever you are in the world. These short, intensive adult-learning courses are open to anyone with an interest in the topic and give you access to world-class learning led by Cambridge experts.

Choose from a growing programme of both subject-specific and multi-disciplinary courses throughout the year, on topics including ancient history, psychology, philosophy, literature, creative writing, forensic science, religious studies and more.

This online course format includes an introductory orientation week to meet your fellow students and prepare yourself for five weeks of tutor-led independent study and discussion. You will be able to study 'anytime, anywhere' and contribute to ongoing lively discussion and debate with your fellow students and your tutor, each week. Active participation is expected and encouraged. In the final week you will receive personal feedback from your tutor, and a Certificate of Participation will be awarded to participants who contribute constructively to weekly discussions and exercises/assignments for the duration of the course.

During each online course you will be introduced to up-to-date and wide-ranging resources to support your study. To ensure that you are able to make full use of these resources to lead you into further exploration of your chosen topic you will retain access to your course for two years after your study with us.

To sample our online courses

Try one of our free 'taster' courses and find out what it's like to study with us online.

To register

Register for an online course

If you have any queries about our online courses, please contact onlinecourses@ice.cam.ac.uk.

Current courses

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Title	Start Date	Status
Conservation science and ecological monitoring	22 April 2013	Available
Creative writing: an introduction to life writing	22 April 2013	Available
Life Coaching	22 April 2013	Available
Creative writing: an introduction to short story writing	22 April 2013	Full
Psychology in context	3 June 2013	Available
Ancient Rome: the city, society and infrastructure	3 June 2013	Available
Googling the earth: online resources for discovering landscape archaeology	3 June 2013	Available
Executive Coaching Online	3 June 2013	Available

Pre-enrolment information

Information about studying with ICE

Book online now

To book on this course you can either book online or contact us directly:

Write to us

Cory Saarinen
International Programmes
Institute of Continuing Education
Madingley Hall, Madingley
Cambridge
CB23 8AQ

Email us

onlinecourses@ice.cam.ac.uk

Business and Management Foundation Degrees In UK

Business and Management Foundation 

Degrees

About the DipHE Business and Marketing course

Our DipHE Business and Marketing course will enable you to develop a strong foundation in marketing and business practice. You will develop both practical and academic skills through modules in business management, project management, business planning and marketing communication, amongst others. The course offers ideal preparation for employment in many areas of graduate work or, if you are already working in your chosen profession, can build upon your existing knowledge and work-based experience to help you advance to a more senior position.

ILM Award and Diploma in management

The University of Essex Online have partnered with the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) to offer you the unique opportunity to earn a professional qualification whilst you study for your degree. For more information please visit our ILM professional qualifications page.

Related courses

• FdA Business and Management
• BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
• BA (Hons) Business and Management
• BA (Hons) Business and Management progression route

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All information provided on the DipHE Business and Marketing course is subject to change and validation.

Introduction

The DipHE Business and Marketing is made up of the following modules and, upon completion, is equal to a total of 240 credits.

Level 4 modules:

• Fundamentals of Effective Learning (15 credits)
• Business Environment (15 credits)
• Fundamentals of Marketing (15 credits) 
• Business and Management Skills (15 credits) 
• Introduction to Finance (15 credits) 
• Human Resource Management (15 credits) 

Module options (choose one):

• Work Based Learning 1 (30 credits) 
• Core Skills and Employability 1 (30 credits)

Level 5 modules:

• Project Management (15 credits) 
• Business Planning (15 credits) 
• Marketing and Sales Management (15 credits) 
• Operations Management (15 credits) 
• Consumer Behaviour (15 credits) 
• Marketing Communications (15 credits) 

Module options (choose one):

• Work Based Learning 2 (30 credits) 
• Core Skills and Employability 2 (30 credits) 

Tuition fees for modules worth 30 credits are charged at double the price of a standard 15 credit module.

All information provided on the DipHE Business and Marketing course is subject to change and validation.

Entry requirements

We have flexible entry requirements that look at both your academic and work-based experience. In order to start a degree you will need to have GCSE grade C or above, or its equivalent, in English and Mathematics. If English is not your first language, IELTS (Academic) 6.0 or equivalent is required.

Academic

In addition to the above you must have, as a minimum, one of the following:

• one full A-Level
• an Advanced GNVQ, NVQ or other similar vocational qualification
• an Advanced Modern Apprenticeship that includes vocational qualifications similar to the above

Experience

If you do not meet the minimum academic standards, you will need to demonstrate that you are currently working and have a minimum of three years of employment in an environment where a significant element of the work is in areas identified in the modules in the BA (Hons) degree.

You will also need to demonstrate that lack of prior qualifications is not a fair reflection of aptitude for higher education. We assess this by talking to you and reviewing your employment history and the quality of your application form. We may require you to complete additional basic literacy and numeracy tests prior to acceptance onto the programme.

Widening access

Applicants who are not eligible through our academic or experience entry routes may be allowed to enter via the Widening Access Route. These applicants will be assessed holistically and will be required to pass the Kaplan Academic Readiness Assessment. Applicants may be offered a place on the basis of previous work experience, non-academic achievements or any other criteria which the assessor believes demonstrates a candidate’s ability to successfully complete the programme. Work experience of less than ten years is unlikely to provide the necessary work experience requirements.

All information provided on the DipHE Business and Marketing course is subject to change and validation.

Apply now to study the DipHE in Business and Marketing online

You can apply to study for DipHE Business and Marketing by downloading our online digital application form here.

If you need any further information about our courses, or you have any other queries, please contact our admissions team.

Applying for the DipHE in Business and Marketing

Applying for DipHE Business and Marketing does not have to be a time consuming process. Our online application section provides you with advice and guidance on the application process and procedures.

All information provided on the DipHE Business and Marketing course is subject to change and validation.

Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Exam Preparation—Online In USA

Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Exam Preparation—Online

The Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation is a valuable credential for anyone looking to advance their management career. CMAs are professionals trained to apply their finance and accounting skills to the process of critical thinking and strategic decision-making within an organization.

To earn the CMA designation, you first have to pass the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) CMA exams. To help you succeed, Boston University's Center for Professional Education offers the instructor-facilitated Online CMA Exam Preparation program.

Designed to provide a solid understanding of the material covered by the CMA Examinations, coursework includes numerous tools to assist the learning process, such as:

• In-depth explanations of the topics covered in the CMA Exams, including examples and practical applications
• Course facilitation by an instructor who has earned the CMA designation, available via email.
• Interactive graphs, charts, and exercises
• Practice problems and interactive games
• CMA-style multiple choice questions to prepare you for the actual exams
• Discussion areas for posting questions and/or comments, enabling interaction with the instructor and other students
• Links to other web resources
• PDF of course content, available for one-time download.

Program Details

Program Dates

The program is offered three times a year, typically in October, March, and July.

Requirements

Students must have a bachelor's degree. Please refer to the FAQ section for more information on requirements.

Math

Students should have a working knowledge of Algebra and Statistics

Ethics

Prospective students should have read and understood the principles of ethics as given by the IMA. These principles are described in the IMA Statement of Ethical Professional Practice, which sets forth standards:

• Competence
• Confidentiality
• Integrity
• Credibility
• Resolution of Ethical Conflict

Time value of money

Students should have a working knowledge of time value of money and the use of a business calculator. There are two calculators that can be used on the exam; TI BAII or HP business. Within the CMA course a downloadable guide will assist students with the use of these calculators.

Economics

The student should have a working knowledge of micro- and macro-economics; supply and demand; determinants of economics.

Curriculum

The content areas covered by each CMA exam and in our test preparation are as follows:

• Part 1: Financial Planning, Performance, and Control: $950
• Part 2: Financial Decision Making: $950

An experienced, CMA-designated instructor is available via email during daily office hours to provide assistance with course content.

To Learn More or To Register

To register—or for more information—please call 866-633-9370.

For more information about the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) or the CMA designation, visit theIMA website or Boston Chapter site.

Schedule

View the schedules for Boston University’s Center for Professional Education programs:

Financial Planning

Genealogical Research

Interpreter Programs

Management Accounting Online, CMA

Paralegal Studies

Professional Fundraising

Professional Investigation

Real Estate Studies Programs

Retirement Management

Registration

The Center for Professional Education accepts registrations on a first-come, first-served basis. However, registration and payment must be received no later than one week prior to the class start date, to ensure sufficient time for the instructor and CPE to prepare course materials.

Payment is due at the time of registration. In order to guarantee a seat, click on your program of interest below and register online. If you wish to register by mail, download the Registration Form.

Once a class is full, it is removed from the web. Students who are registered for class(es) will receive a final confirmation within a week of the class(es) starting.

Late Registration Fee

Registrations received within one week of the class start dates will be subject to a non-refundable $50 late registration fee.

Financial Planning

Genealogical Research

Interpreter Programs

Management Accounting Online, CMA

Paralegal Studies

Professional Fundraising

Professional Investigation

Real Estate Studies Programs

Retirement Management

• Registration
• Payment & Withdrawal Information
• Funding Options
• Withdrawal & Refund Policies

Learn more at an Information Session

• 1MAY
  Paralegal Studies Certificate Program
• 7MAY
  Financial Planning Certificate Program
• 8MAY
  Financial Planning Webinar Session
• 10JUN
  Interpreter Certificate Program

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Diploma for Graduates in Politics In UK

Diploma for Graduates in Politics

Is this programme for me?

The programme is suitable for graduates of any discipline who, for professional or personal reasons, wish to secure a stand-alone qualification in politics. It is also ideal for those who wish to undertake postgraduate work and whose first degree is in an unrelated field. It aims to provide a thorough grounding in the principles of politics while developing critical skills for a wide range of real world professional situations.

Programme structure

You must pass four full units (or the equivalent) to complete the programme.

Prestige

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) provides academic direction for this programme. LSE is regarded as an international centre of academic excellence and innovation in the social sciences.

Flexible study at a reasonable cost

You have between 1-5 years to complete this Diploma for Graduates. The total fee payable to the University is £1,387 if you complete in the minimum study period.

Key dates
Application deadline	1 October in the year before you intend to sit your exams
Registration deadline	30 November
Despatch of study materials	Shortly after your registration form is received
Examinations take place	May/June

Three courses chosen from

Introduction to modern political thought or
Introduction to political science

Comparative politics

Democracy and democratisation

Politics and policies of the European Union

Political analysis and public choice

Plus

One 200 or 300 course (or two half courses) chosen from any Selection group, including any course not selected above

Please note certain courses may have pre-requisistes or exclusions. For further information please consult the Course Information Sheet on the course page.

Notes:

The structure shown above is subject to confirmation in the 2012-2013 Regulations. The Regulations also contain full details on the rules that govern the choice of any course. Students already registered on the programme should consult the current Regulations section of our website.

Academic Requirements

To be eligible to register for a Diploma for Graduates programme you are required to satisfy the following:

• hold a full first degree completed in a minimum of three years duration on a full-time basis (or equivalent) from a university or other institution acceptable to the University of London and
• demonstrate that you have reached a level of competence in Mathematics at least equivalent to a pass at GCSE/GCE O level in a Mathematical subject at grade C or above and
• provide proof of competence in English which is acceptable to the University and
• have regular internet access.

An applicant for a Diploma for Graduates is advised that although this is not a formal entrance requirement, it is their responsibility to ensure – before starting this programme – that their standard of mathematics or economics is already at least at the level of a first year undergraduate degree in Mathematics or Economics and that for the Diploma for Graduates (Mathematics) their knowledge includes multivariate calculus.

If you hold a professional and/or postgraduate qualifications without a full first degree, you cannot be considered for admission to a Diploma for Graduates. If we cannot accept you with your current qualifications and experience, we will advise you of what qualifications you could take in order to become eligible in the future. There are many other acceptable entrance qualifications [PDF: 9pgs, 160KB], both from the UK and overseas, which we accept instead of UK O and A levels.

Apply online

• Diploma for Graduates Politics
• Download Prospectus
• Ask a question
• Request a printed prospectus