professional & career development programmes - Leeds City College

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course informationfees & financeYou can find more information on courses on ourwebsite: www.leedscitycollege.ac.uk/coursesFurther informationFor the latest professional course price list,application forms and availability on any ofthe courses in this brochure, please contactcourse enquiries on : 0845 0457275 or e-mailprofessional@leedscitycollege.ac.uk. If courseenquiries cannot answer your questions onthe course, they will put you in touch with therelevant Course Leader or Tutor.Please note that when studying Instituteprogrammes, you are required to become amember of that institute and you are normallyexpected to pay membership and assessment feesin addition to course fees. This will be indicated asappropriate on the Professional course price listavailable from course enquiries.Most courses will start in September and Januaryand enrolment details will be confirmed to younearer the start date if we have an applicationform logged for you.If you need further information, please contactthe Course Enquiries Team:t: 0845 045 7275e: course.enquiry@leedscitycollege.ac.ukPlease noteAlthough every effort is made to ensure theaccuracy of our course offer, the information maybe subject to change. Please be aware that coursesare run dependent on sufficient students enrollingand therefore courses may be withdrawn at shortnotice. Please check with the College for the latestinformation. The information printed reflects theCollege’s understanding at this time.Course feeThese are: tuition fee + (exam/registration fees)The fees are for UK and EEA residents only. Thefees are for this year only. If you are studying yearone of a two year course you will re-enrol andpay again next year. Most professional courses arefull-cost and non-funded so concessions do notusually apply. However from September 2013,the Government will introduce 24+ AdvancedLearning Loans which may assist you withfinancing your study.If your total fees are over £100 and your courselasts over 12 weeks you can pay a 25% depositwith the rest of the fee payable over a maximumof 3 monthly direct debit payments.If you are being sponsored by your employer,you will need to bring a letter and/or a purchaseorder number from your employer confirmingthat they will cover your fees for the currentmodule or academic year with details of theirinvoice address. Payment will be requested 30days from date of invoice.Administration feeAll students aged 19 and over will be chargeda college administration fee of £10 except forthose on local authority sponsored courses.This is in addition to the published fee. Studentsalready enrolled do not have to pay a secondadministration fee for a new course.Enrolment requirementsTo enrol you need:• Cash, cheque, credit or debit card, or• A letter from your employer, or• A document proving that you are eligible forconcessions.• Bank details if you are paying by direct debitPlease noteAlthough every effort is made to ensure theaccuracy of our course offer, the informationmay be subject to change. Please check withthe College for the latest information. Theinformation printed reflects the College’sunderstanding at this time, but students shouldcheck the current position and their personalcircumstances before committing to a collegecourse.RefundsWe will refund your fees if your course fails tostart or is cancelled within four weeks of thestart date due to low enrolments. It is not LeedsCity College Policy to refund course fees if youwithdraw after the course starts.1011

usiness support services - CipsCIPSintroductory certificate Level 2Duration: 5 weeksLocation: PLCCIPSfoundation diploma Level 4location: PLCCourse Code: 26947“The Chartered Institute of Purchasingand Supply (CIPS) exists to promote anddevelop high standards of professionalskill, ability and integrity among all thoseengaged in purchasing and supply chainmanagement. CIPS assists individuals,organisations and the profession as awhole. CIPS help all kinds of organisationsachieve all-round excellence inprocurement and supply management.”(CIPS website 2012)As such CIPS is the institute responsible forthe development and award of qualificationsrelevant to procurement and supply chainmanagement. Whether you wish to be aBuyer, Contracts Manager, CommodityManager or involved in supply chainmanagement, you should be looking toenhance your knowledge, skills and CV with aCIPS qualification, for more information visitthe official CIPS websiteAbout CIPS coursesThe CIPS framework of qualificationsprovides benchmark education programmesfor the procurement and supply professionthroughout the world. There are six levels ofqualifications, ranging from Level 2 to Level7 and when you have successfully completedthe Level 4 Foundation Diploma, Level 5Advanced Diploma and Level 6 GraduateDiploma you may apply for full membershipof CIPS and the designatory letters, MCIPS(providing you also have three years’experience in a procurement and supplyrole). At present, all CIPS courses are exambased and the qualifications are under reviewfor 2013.www.cips.orgAbout the courseThe Level 2 Introductory in Purchasing and Supply is astand-alone qualification that covers the basic principlesof purchasing and supply, including terminology andpractical aspects of the role.It has four elements:• The role and scope of purchasing• Systems and procedures in purchasing• Working with suppliers• The importance of purchasing contractsThis qualification is ideal for individuals seeking a careerin purchasing or as a cost effective alternative to anNVQ for those individuals working in procurementwith limited formal qualifications. On completingthis course , you will be able to use the language andterminology of a professional purchaser with confidenceand demonstrate knowledge and understanding of thepurchasing process. As a result, you should be able tocontribute more effectively to organisational objectivesthrough improved initiative and decision making.Entry RequirementsNo formal qualifications are requiredFuture OpportunitiesOn completion of the L2 Certificate, students mayprogress to other CIPS qualifications.PLEASE NOTE: this course is currently awaitingamendment and approval by CIPS so may not beavailable during 2012-2013.About the courseProvides a sound understanding of the businessenvironment and of Purchasing and SupplyManagement issues.There are five compulsory modules:• Effective Negotiation in Purchasing and Supply• Developing Contacts in Purchasing and Supply• Measuring Purchasing Performance• Managing Purchasing and Supply Relationships• Purchasing ContextsAll five subjects must be completed to achieve the Level4 Foundation Diploma. Further information can befound on the CIPS Website.Modules are studied one evening per week for 12weeks, so if you want to do 2 modules per examsitting, you will need to study 2 evenings per week.From September, we will also offer a day release optionfrom 2pm – 9pm so that students can achieve their L4qualification within a year.Entry Requirements• Two subjects at GCE Advanced Level plus three GCSEsubject passes at Grade C or above.• Five passes in the Scottish Certificate of Education ofwhich three must be at Higher Grade.• NVQ/SVQ at Level 3.• GNVQ at Advanced Level.• National Certificate/Diploma.• Five subject passes in the SCOTVEC.• National Certificate.• Level 3 Certificate in Purchasing and Supply.• Any qualifications deemed by the institute to beequivalent or in advance of the above.• Exemptions for individual modules may be grantedby the institute on demonstration of relevantqualifications or modules taken at degree level. OnlyCIPS may grant exemptions and you will need tocontact them direct.12Future OpportunitiesProgress to the CIPS – Advanced Diploma Level 5.13

CIPSadvanced diploma Level 5Duration: 8 weeksLocation: PLCcourse code: 26948CIPSgraduate diploma Level 6Duration: 8 weeksLocation: PLCcourse code: 26949About the courseThe aim of the course is to provide students with acomprehensive and coherent understanding of thekey issues and good practices relating to purchasingand supply management, explore new and emergentknowledge in the field of purchasing and supply,and to stimulate awareness of the developing roleof purchasing and supply. This course is ideal for thepurchasing supply specialist who work in operationalmanagement and for those who aspire to operate at astrategic level.The syllabus for the Advanced Stage consists of 3compulsory modules plus two elective.The core modules are:• Management in the Purchasing Function• Risk Management and Supply Chain Vulnerability• Improving Supply Chain PerformanceTwo electives are:• Marketing for Purchasers .• Operations Management in the Supply ChainStudents must complete five subjects to achieve theLevel 5 Advanced Diploma. Other CIPS elective modulesmay be run subject to request and sufficient enrolmentnumbers. Modules are studied one evening per weekfor 8 weeks, so if you want to do 2 modules per examsitting, you will need to study 2 evenings per week.Further information on all of the subjects in theAdvanced Diploma can be found on the CIPS websiteEntry RequirementsPotential Students should have achieved the CIPS Level4 Foundation Diploma or be formally exempted from itby the Institute. Alternatively, they should hold the CIPS(international) Advanced Certificate in Purchasing andSupply qualification.Exemptions for individual modules may be granted bythe institute on demonstration of relevant qualificationsor modules taken at degree level. Only CIPS may grantexemptions and you will need to contact them direct.Future OpportunitiesOn completion of the Level 5 Advanced Diploma,students can progress to the CIPS – Graduate Diploma(Level 6).About the courseThe aim of the course is to provide students with acomprehensive and coherent understanding of thekey issues and good practices relating to strategicpurchasing and supply management.The course will provide opportunities to explore newand emergent knowledge in the field of purchasing andsupply, and to stimulate awareness of the developingrole of purchasing and supply. This course is ideal forthe purchasing supply specialist who operates at a seniorstrategic level.The syllabus for the Graduate Diploma Stage consists of3 compulsory modules plus 2 elective.The core modules are:• Leading and Influencing in Purchasing• Supply Chain Management in Practice• Strategic Supply Chain Management:.Two Electives modules are• Legal Aspects in Purchasing and Supply• Advanced Project ManagementStudents must complete five subjects to achieve theLevel 6 Graduate Diploma. Other CIPS elective modulesmay be run subject to request and sufficient enrolmentnumbers. Modules are studied one evening per weekfor 8 weeks, so if you want to do 2 modules per examsitting, you will need to study 2 evenings per week.Further information on all of the subjects in theGraduate Diploma can be found on the CIPS websiteEntry RequirementsPotential Students should have achieved the CIPS level5 Advanced Diploma or be exempted from it by CIPS.There are no exemptions to modules available at level 6.Future OpportunitiesThe CIPS Graduate Diploma is accepted as academicallyequivalent to a good degree and is designed for thosewho are already working in Purchasing and SupplyChain Management.Full completion of the Diploma gives you fullmembership of the institute and the right to use thedesignated letters MCIPS and an access route to anincreasing number of specialised masters programmes.1415

usiness support services - CIPDlearning & developmentpracticeaward or certificate Level 3Duration: award 10 wks, certificate 30 wksLocation: PLCHuman Resource Practiceaward or certificate Level 3Duration: Award 10 wks, Certificate 30 wksLocation: PLC“The Chartered Institute of Personneland Development (CIPD) is the world’slargest Chartered HR and developmentprofessional body. As an internationallyrecognised brand with over 135,000members across 120 countries, we prideourselves on supporting and developingthose responsible for the managementand development of people withinorganisations.”“We know what good HR looks like andwhat you need to know and do at everystage of your HR career, wherever youare in the world... we’re in the business ofsupporting you to keep up to date with thelatest thinking and best practice, as well asproviding you with products and services tohelp you do your job”(CIPD website 2012)About CIPD coursesCIPD is an awarding body for internationallyrecognised HR qualifications. Over 13,000students join CIPD programmes each yearto enhance their knowledge on the latesttheory, case studies and insights into bestpractice HR. CIPD approved and awardedqualifications are available at L7 Advanced,L5 Intermediate and L3 Foundation level, andyou can choose to study awards, certificatesor diplomas at any of these levels. CIPDalso provide a wealth of information andresources on their website to support yourstudies. CIPD Awards can be delivered asshort courses to corporate clients seeking todevelop organisational skills in specialist areassuch as recruitment or coaching .Further syllabus information can be found onthe CIPD website.www.cipd.co.ukAbout the courseThe new Certificate in Learning and DevelopmentPractice (CLDP) provides a firm foundation in all theareas of Learning and Development (L&D), includingits impact on business sustainability. It will help youdevelop essential skills and give you the confidence tobe more effective at work and add value to your HR ortraining function.The following modules will be studied:• Developing Yourself as an Effective HR or L&DPractitioner• Understanding Organisations and the Role of HR• Recording, Analysing and Using HR Information• Undertaking a Learning Needs Analysis• Preparing and Designing Learning and DevelopmentActivities• Delivering Learning and Development Activities• Evaluating Learning and Development Activities• Developing Coaching Skills for the WorkplaceEntry RequirementsPreferably experience of working in an Human Resourceor training departmentPreferably 3 GCSE’s or equivalent, although we willconsiderAPL.Future OpportunitiesOn completion of your Foundation diploma andrelevant work experience, you may progress to theCIPD Intermediate Certificate/Diploma or other highereducation courses.About the courseThe Certificate in HR Practice (CHRP) provides afirm foundation in all the areas of HR, as well as anunderstanding of HR in a business context. It helpsstudents develop practical, relevant skills and will givethem the confidence to be more effective at work.The following modules will be studied:• Developing yourself as an effective HR or L&Dpractitioner• Understanding Organisations and the Role of HR• Recording, Analysing and Using HR Information• Resourcing talent• Supporting Good Practice in Managing EmploymentRelations• Supporting Good Practice in Performance and RewardManagementEntry RequirementsPreferably experience of working in Human Resourceenvironment with a minimum of 3 GCSE’s or equivalent,although APL will be consideredFuture OpportunitiesOn completion of your Foundation diploma andrelevant work experience, you may progress to theCIPD Intermediate Certificate/Diploma or other highereducation courses.1617

Human Resource Management or Developmentintermediate certificate or diploma level 5Duration: Award 12 weeks Certificate 32 weeks Diploma top-up 10 weeksLocation: PLCAbout the courseThe new Intermediate certificate in Human ResourcesManagement or Development will give you a broaderperspective of the organisational issues facing HR andOrganisational development professionals and enableyou to develop effective analytical and problem solvingskills. The flexibility of this qualification is appropriate forboth HR and workforce development professionals.You will study the following units:Core Units• Developing Professional Practice• Business Issues and the Context of HR• Using Information in HR• Managing & Co-ordinating the HR Function(Diploma only)Examples of optional modules:• Employment Law• Contemporary Developments in EmploymentRelations• Meeting Organisational Development Needs• Developing Coaching and Mentoring WithinOrganizationsEntry RequirementsFive GCE/GCSE passes with at least two at A levelor a “Foundation” level qualification from the CIPDor equivalent or higher level award from nationallyrecognised educational or professional bodies. Inexceptional cases, applicants having a minimum of twoyears HR management experience may be considered.In all cases, candidate must have significant HR or ODexperience, preferably at a management level.Future OpportunitiesOn completion of your Intermediate diploma , youmay progress on the CIPD Framework or other postgraduatequalifications.18

usiness support services - CImMarketingintroductory certificate Level 3Duration: 15 weeksLocation: PLCCourse Code: 32070MarketingProfessional Certificate Level 4Duration: 12 weeks per moduleLocation: PLCCourse Code: 32075“We are the world’s largest communityof marketing professionals, here toensure you’re represented through aunited voice as well as supported with allyour development needs.At the heart of marketing: shaping yourprofession, developing your people,transforming your business.Increasingly recognised by the UKgovernment as the voice of marketing,we set standards within the industry andare the first port of call for marketinginformation, knowledge and insight.”(CIM website 2012)About CIM coursesThe Chartered Institute of Marketing(CIM) offers a range of internationallyrecognised qualifications, from introductorycourses aimed at those just starting out inmarketing, to strategic level qualificationsfor more senior marketers95% of UK employers see CIM as themarketing qualification to attain and theyare the only ones mapped to the newGovernment Occupational Standards inMarketing.www.cim.co.ukAbout the courseThis qualification is aimed at those who are interestedto find out more about marketing, whether they arein a job that involves marketing or not. It providesinformation about what marketing is and aims todevelop knowledge and skills for people who areworking to support others in basic marketing tasks.Unit 1 What is Marketing?This unit provides the backdrop to the importance ofmarketing in terms of what marketing is and how itis defined. This unit focuses on the role of marketing,its cross-functional importance and its contribution tobusiness success. It also looks at the role of marketing asa service provider within the organisation.Unit 2 Understanding Customer RelationshipsDevelop an understanding of internal and externalcustomers. Consider how a knowledge andunderstanding of customers can assist in designingappropriate marketing activities to engage and supportcustomers to achieve long-term customer loyalty.The Certificate is assessed using an on-line test and ashort projectEntry RequirementsThis is an open access qualification – no qualifications ormarketing experience is required. Entry from age 16.Future OpportunitiesProgression onto higher level CIM programmes.About the courseThis qualification is aimed at those who are working insupporting marketing roles, usually within the marketingfunction, but it could be that they have more seniorroles, particularly in SME’s, where marketing is only partof what they do. The qualification provides a practicalinsight into the principles and application of marketingat a tactical level.The following modules will be studied:Unit 1 Marketing Essentials.Unit 2 Assessing the Marketing Environment.Unit 3 Market Information and Research.Unit 4 Stakeholder Marketing.Modules are studied one evening per week for 12weeks, so if you want to do 2 modules per exam sittingor complete in one year, you will need to study 2evenings per weekEntry RequirementsAs a minimum, 2 ‘A’ levels are required or any generalbachelors or master’s degree or an equivalent orsuccessful completion of the CIM Level 4 on-line entrytest. Business and/or marketing experience in a supportrole would be advantageous but is not essentialFuture OpportunitiesOn completion of the CIM L4 Professional Certificate inMarketing, you may progress to the CIM L6 Diploma.2021

Marketingprofessional diploma Level 6Duration: two 15 weeks semesterslocation: plcCourse Code: 19598MarketingChartered Post Graduate Diploma Level 7Duration: variouslocation: plcCourse Code: 27105Digital MarketingCAM (CIM) - Communications, Advertising & Media Level 4Duration: on line approx 35 hourslocation: plc / onlineCourse Code: 56000About the courseThis qualification is ideal for marketers who areconcerned with managing the marketing process atan operational level, as well as those who are lookingto build on the knowledge gained at ProfessionalCertificate level with a future marketing managementrole in mind. The content of the course has been puttogether following consultation with employers toensure that they gain relevant competencies for variousstages of their marketing career.The following modules are studied:Unit 1 Marketing Planning ProcessUnit 2 Delivering Customer Value through MarketingUnit 3 Managing MarketingUnit 4 Project Management in MarketingModules are studied one evening per week for 15weeks, so if you want to do 2 modules per exam sittingor complete in one year, you will need to study 2evenings per weekEntry RequirementsAs a minimum, the following qualifications orexperience is recommended as the prerequisite for entryonto the Professional Diploma in Marketing:• The CIM Professional Certificate OR any business ormarketing Degree (or an equivalent qualification) ORExperience in a marketing management role that hasprovided potential students with ability to pass theCIM on-line entry test to Level 6• If English is not your first language, you will also needto provide evidence of at least IELTS 6.5 or Trinity ISEIII/IVFuture OpportunitiesOn completion of the CIM L 6 Professional Diplomain Marketing, you may progress to the CIM L7 PostgraduateDiploma.About the courseThe Chartered Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing is achallenging, high-level two stage marketing qualificationthat demonstrates specialist professional knowledgeacross many areas and a route to Chartered Marketerstatus. The qualification aims to enable marketers tochampion the customer experience and exert a stronginfluence on the organisation to adopt a customerorientation, contribute along with other directors andsenior managers to its competitive strategy, align theorganisation’s activities to the customer, and managethe organisation’s marketing activities.Four modules are studied:Unit 1 Emerging ThemesUnit 2 Analysis and DecisionUnit 3 Marketing Leadership and PlanningUnit 4 Managing Corporate ReputationEntry RequirementsAs a minimum, the following qualifications andexperience are recommended as a prerequisite forentry onto the first stage of the Chartered PostgraduateDiploma in Marketing:• CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing or the CIMAdvanced Certificate in Marketing OR a business ormarketing degree (or an equivalent qualification)where a minimum of half of the credits come frommarketing AND a range of experience workingat Senior Marketing Management level that hasprovided potential students with ability to evidencethat they can meet the learning outcomes of theCIM Professional Diploma in Marketing if requiredto do so and is sufficient to pass the Entry Test to thisqualification• If English is not your first language, you will also needto provide evidence of at least IELTS 6.5 or Trinity ISEIII/IV.About the courseThe new qualification is designed for those wanting towork in marketing or marketing professionals and whowant specialist knowledge and understanding of whatis digital marketing and how it relates to the marketingindustry, and turns that knowledge into successfulmarketing strategies. No matter what your role is inyour company you will benefit from gaining insight intotoday’s digital arena.The qualification comprises of the following three units:• Digital Marketing Essentials• Digital Marketing Planning• Marketing & Consumer BehaviourNB: If you posses a CIM Professional marketingqualification at and above Level 4 you are automaticallyexempted from the Marketing & Consumer Behaviourmodule and only therefore study only TWO modules inorder to complete the qualificationThis course is delivered On-line using an interactiveteaching interface. Students can study at their ownpace and in their own time. The course commenceswith a tutor meeting and introduction at the Leeds CityCollege – Park Lane Campus.Entry RequirementsCandidates must have achieved at least one of thefollowing elements:• Have a suitable competence in a marketing orMarketing Communications related role• Hold any recognised UK degree or equivalent level 5qualification• Have a relevant Level 3 or above qualification (e.g.CIM Professional Certificate in Marketing, – CIPRAdvanced Certificate in Public Relations, etc)• If English is not your first language, you will also needto provide evidence of at least IELTS 6.5 or Trinity ISEIII/IV.Those with significant communications industryexperience, but without the formal qualifications, canapply for special consideration of their circumstancesFuture OpportunitiesCareer development or CAM diploma in ManagingDigital Media.Future OpportunitiesMarketing Masters programmes.2223

Managing Digital MediaCAM(CIM) - Diploma Level 4Duration: 30 weekslocation: plcCourse Code: 56001About the courseThis new qualification is designed for those wanting towork in marketing or for marketing professionals whowant specialist knowledge and understanding of whatdigital marketing is and how it relates to the marketingindustry and turn that knowledge into successfulmarketing strategies. No matter what your role is inyour company you will benefit from gaining insight intotoday’s digital arena.This new and exciting qualification looks at digitalchannels and their suitability for inclusion in a mediaplan. Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), displayadvertising, email marketing, viral marketing, onlinePR, affiliate marketing and social media are allexplored in detail. It also looks at digital metrics andrelated legislation, regulation and codes of practice.This diploma will provide you with the invaluableknowledge and skills to manage digital marketing andcommunications campaigns.The following modules are studied:• Integrated Digital Media and Branding• Implementing Digital Campaigns• Advertising• Public RelationsAssessment is by exam and assignment.Entry RequirementsAll candidates must have achieved at least one of thefollowing elements:• Have a suitable competence in a marketing orMarketing Communications related role• Hold any recognised UK degree or equivalent level 5qualification• Have a relevant level 3 or above qualification (e.g.CIM Professional Certificate in Marketing, – CIPRAdvanced Certificate in Public Relations, etc)• If English is not your first language, you will also needto provide evidence of at least IELTS 6.5 or Trinity ISEIII/IV.Those with significant communications industryexperience, but without the formal qualifications, canapply for special consideration of their circumstancesFuture OpportunitiesCareer development.“making new friends,taking advantage ofnew opportunities andlearning new skills”24

Financial Services - AATAAT Access-Business &finance skillsLevel 1Duration: 15 weekslocation: beeston centreAAT accountingcertificate Level 2Duration: 24 weekslocation: beeston centre, kc, plc“The AAT Accounting Qualification isuniversally respected and internationallyrecognised. Organisations such asVodaphone, the NHS, the MetropolitanPolice, KPMG and many more continueto hire AAT qualified members for theirknowledge, skills, diligence and enthusiasm,because AAT represents the higheststandards of professionalism.In short, an AAT qualification is a route to someof the most in-demand skills in the world, andprovides you with a professional status you canbe proud of.AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians)award around 90% of all vocationalqualifications in accounting, and are sponsoredby the professional accounting bodies CIPFA,ICAEW, CIMA and ICAS.”(AAT website 2012)Qualified Accounting Technicians are theskilled support staff working in accountingand finance. Jobs range from accounts clerksto financial managers working in the publicsector, industry and commerce, and accountingpractices. For more information visit the officialAAT website.About AAT qualificationsThese vocational courses provide theknowledge and skills to perform the tasksdemanded by this role; it offers you the chanceto gain a useful and practical qualification.The courses are based on two principles:• doing the actual work, not just learningtheory• achieving competence to nationally agreedstandards so that you and your employer havefull confidence in the qualificationYou need a high degree of commitment. Themore time you put into your studies the morelikely you are to succeed.Given the vocational nature of this qualification,potential students will be asked to attend aninterview and skills tests to determine the mostappropriate AAT entry level.About the courseAAT Access shows employers that you possess theprofessional expertise they’re looking for. Covering coreaccounting and finance areas, successful completion of thequalification will help you to develop your skills across thefollowing four units:• Accounting in a Professional Environment• Mathematics for Accounting• Creating Business Documents• Essential Accounting ProceduresEntry RequirementsNo formal qualifications are necessaryFuture OpportunitiesSuccessful completion of the AAT access course willdemonstrate to employers exactly what you can do.About the courseYour progress and achievements are assessed throughcomputer based assessments and computer based testscovering the following competencies:• Preparing and recording financial documentation• Principles of recording and processing financialtransactions• Maintaining and reconciling the cash book• Processing ledger transactions and extracting a trialbalance• Basic principles of costing• Computerised accounting• Work effectively in accounting and financeEntry RequirementsYou will need to demonstrate that you are literate andnumerate, with an entry requirement of Level 2 in English(ESOL level 2 or IELTS level 6.5) and numeracy.Future OpportunitiesSuccessful completion of a unit will demonstrate toemployers exactly what you can do. Completing the 5 unitswill give you a Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. Level 2allows you to progress to AAT Diploma stage, Level 3, thesecond year of the Accounting Technicians course.www.aat.org.uk2627

AAT Accountingdiploma Level 3Duration: 35 weekslocation: beeston centre, plcAAT Accountingdiploma Level 4Duration: 35 Weekslocation: Beeston Centre, plcAbout the courseYour progress and achievements are assessed throughcomputer based assessments and projects covering thefollowing competencies:• Extending the trial balance• Accounting for fixed assets• Preparing final accounts for sole traders• Preparing final accounts for partnerships• Cash management• Providing cost and revenue information• Preparing and completing VAT returns• Professional ethics• Spreadsheet softwareEntry RequirementsYou will need to demonstrate that you are both literate andnumerate, with an entry requirement of Level 2 in English(Esol level 2 or IELTS level 6.5) and Numeracy.Future OpportunitiesSuccessful completion of a unit will demonstrate toemployers exactly what you can do. Completing the7 units will give you a Level 3 Diploma in Accounting.Level 3 allows you to progress to AAT Diploma stage,Level 4, which is the third year of the AccountingTechnicians course.About the courseYour progress and achievements are assessed throughcomputer based assessments and projects covering thefollowing competencies:• Drafting financial statements• Drafting budgets• Measuring financial performance• Evaluating accounting systems• Control of debt and credit• Calculating personal taxation• Calculating business taxation• Internal control and accounting systemsEntry RequirementsYou will need to demonstrate that you are both literate andnumerate, with an entry requirement of Level 3 in Englishand Numeracy. You need a high degree of commitment.Future OpportunitiesSuccessful completion of a unit will demonstrate toemployers exactly what you can do. Completing 6 units willgive you a Level 4 Diploma in Accounting. Provided youalso satisfy the AAT work experience requirements you mayalso apply for AAT membership.With this qualification, you may progress to professionalexaminations of ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA and you maybe exempt from the first stage of these studies.28

Financial Services - ICMcredit managementdiploma Level 3Duration: 15 weeks per modulelocation: plcCourse Code: 12874Credit Managementdiploma Level 5Duration: part timelocation: plcCourse Code: 12879“The Institute of Credit Management(ICM) is Europe’s largest creditmanagement organisation. The trustedleader in expertise for all credit matters,it represents the profession across trade,consumer and export credit, and all creditrelatedservices. Formed over 70 years ago,it is the only such organisation accreditedby Ofqual, offering a comprehensive rangeof services and bespoke solutions for thecredit professional“(ICM website 2012)About ICM coursesThe Institute of Credit Management (ICM) isthe largest professional credit managementorganisation in Europe. It represents thecredit profession across trade, consumer andexport credit, as well as in related activitiessuch as collections, credit reporting, creditinsurance and insolvency.ICM ProfessionalQualifications are suites of nationallyrecognised units and qualifications whichrange from Level 2 to Level 5 and provide abenchmark for the credit and collections areaof work.If you work in credit, collections or debtmanagement, including money and debtadvice, ICM Professional Qualificationswill help you improve your effectivenessand career prospects. ICM unit awards anddiplomas are nationally recognised andprovide a benchmark for the profession.Specialised units and a flexible structuregives the opportunity to build qualificationsto suit roles and career ambitions. Furtherinformation on the syllabus can be found onthe ICM website.www.icm.org.ukAbout the courseThe ICM Level 3 Diploma aims to provide creditmanagement techniques, as well as a general businesseducation that covers management skills, as well asexploring relevant aspects of accountancy, law and thebusiness environment.To gain a Level 3 Diploma in Credit Management youneed to accumulate at least 37 credits and include acredit management principles unit. Leeds City Collegeprovides the following units at Level 3:• Credit Management – Trade, Consumer and Export(10 credits)• Business Law (10 credits)• Accounting Principles (10 credits)• Business Environment (10 credits)Other units can be provided as demands requires.Modules are studied one evening per week for 15weeks, so if you want to do 2 modules per exam sitting,you will need to study 2 evenings per week.Entry RequirementsContact for more information.Future OpportunitiesOn completion on the ICM L3 Diploma in CreditManagement, progress onto the Level 5 Diploma.About the courseThe Level 5 Diploma is the Institute’s graduatequalification and provides essential knowledge if youwork in a credit management role, it also provides aprogression route to degrees in credit management.In order to achieve the Level 5 Diploma you must attaina minimum of 50 credits, 40 credits will be achieved oncompletion of the seven compulsory units shown below,with a further 10 credits from the optional units.Compulsory units:• Map the Organisational Environment to SupportStrategic Planning (6 credits)• Develop a Customer-Focused Organisation (5 credits)• Credit Risk Management (8 credits)• Evaluate Compliance with Legal, Regulatory, Ethicaland Social Requirements (6 credits)• Monitor and Review Business Processes (3 credits)• Developing and Leading Teams to AchieveOrganisational Goals and Objectives (4 credits)• Legal Proceedings and Insolvency (8 credits)Optional units have credit values from 4 to 8 credits,these will be run according to students preferencesand demand, subject to minimum numbers enrolling.The optional units allow students to specialise in areassuch as corporate law and partnership, consumer creditlaw, change management, performance management,financial analysis and budget management.Entry RequirementsYou should have obtained the Level 3 Diploma in Creditmanagement or be working towards completion.Future OpportunitiesOn completion of the ICM Level 5 Diploma, you mayprogress to a degree in Credit Management.3031

Law & legal services - CILExlawprofessional diploma Level 3Duration: 31 weeks per yearlocation: plcCourse Code: 39545Lawhigher diploma Level 6Duration: 31 weeks per year 2 year courselocation: plcCourse Code: 39559“The Chartered Institute of LegalExecutives is the professional body whichrepresents 22,000 trainee and practisingChartered Legal Executives. Our role isto enhance the position and standing ofChartered Legal Executive lawyers in thelegal profession.CILEx is the professional association forChartered Legal Executive lawyers and othermembers of CILEx. It regulates its membersin the public interest. CILEx provideseducation, training and the development ofskills for its members, and those who wish tobecome more proficient and knowledgeablein the law”(CILEx website 2012)About ILEX coursesPractising Fellows of The Chartered Instituteof Legal Executives specialise in a particulararea of law which means the everyday workof a Chartered Legal Executive lawyer issimilar to that of a solicitor. You have theability to become a fee-earner on completionof the level 3 diploma and the CILExprogramme of qualifications is the preferredroute of many to becoming a lawyer whilstworking and avoiding the cost of studying atUniversity.Timescales to complete CILEx qualificationsare flexible according to your personal andprofessional needs which can enable you tofit study around your personal and work life.On average, both parts of your academicqualification can be achieved within fouryears of part-time study.www.cilex.org.ukAbout the courseThe course is taken over two years. Students achievetheir qualifications by assessment in units of study.Assessments take place in January and June each year inthe form of examinations. There are also assessments oflegal skills by portfolio.The College provides tuition in 5 units of study eachyear and the Diploma is awarded after achieving thestandard in assessments of 10 units in totalThe Units of Study are as follows:Year 1• Introduction to Law and Practice• Client Care Skills• Legal Research skills• Criminal Law• Criminal LitigationYear 2• Contract Law• Family Law• Civil Litigation• Land Law• Law of TortsEntry RequirementsCILEX advises students to have 4 GCSEs or equivalent.Other qualifications at a similar level are acceptable. Ifin any doubt please contact ILEX on 01234 841000 orwww.ilex.org.ukFuture OpportunitiesThe ILEX Level 6 Higher Diploma in Law is available forstudents wishing to progress to a higher level. Thesestudies are at undergraduate level.About the courseThis is the more advanced stage of ILEX studies.Units of study are as follows:• Law of Tort• Law of Contract• Legal Research• Client Care Skills• Criminal Law• Civil LitigationEntry RequirementsCILEX Level 3 qualification is the most commonrequirement.Some students take the course as Graduate entrantswhile others take a single unit to gain a qualification init’s own right.Please contact ILEX if in any doubt about qualifications.ILEX 01234 841000 or www.ilex.org.ukFuture OpportunitiesEnhanced career opportunities and qualification as asolicitor.3233

CILEXgraduate fast track diplomaDuration: 31 weekslocation: plcCourse Code: 39565About the courseThe qualification can help you become a Legal Executivelawyer instead of becoming a solicitor or barristerthrough the LPC or BPTCUnits of study in 2011/12 (every effort is made toaccommodate student demand)• Civil Litigation• Practice of Family Law• Client Care SkillsEntry RequirementsQualifying Law Degree or CILEx Professional LawHigher Diploma (L6) awarded within the last 7 years.Please contact ILEX if in any doubt about qualificationsILEX 01234 841000 or www.ilex.org.ukFuture OpportunitiesQualification as a solicitor.34

Law & legal services - nalpParalegal studiesdiploma Level 4Duration: 31 weekslocation: plcParalegal practicepost graduate diploma Level 7Duration: 31 weekslocation: plc“The NALP is recognised as an awardingorganisation by Ofqual (the regulatorof qualifications in England) offeringaccredited recognised professionalparalegal law course qualifications andlegal training for a career in the field of law.The NALP is dedicated to promoting thestatus of Paralegals and paralegal training inEngland & Wales and abroad. Our nationallyrecognised courses are an affordablealternative to university tuition costs whichwill set you on the path to a rewarding careerin the legal sector. “(NALP website 2012)T R AI NI N GNALPLT DC O M PA N YAbout NALP coursesNALP offer accredited recognisedprofessional paralegal law coursequalifications and generalist legal trainingfor a career in the field of law. A ‘LicensedParalegal’ works to the standard required byNALP.By gaining qualifications and experience,paralegals can work, through the association,towards gaining a Licence. Once a Licencehas been attained, a Licensed Paralegalhas the right to practice from High Streetoffices offering legal services directly tomembers of the public, provided they havethe appropriate insurance (such as indemnityinsurance). The Paralegal Profession is nowseen as a viable route to a career in the law.Further information on NALP courses can befound on the NALP website.www.nationalparalegals.co.ukAbout the courseThe Level 4 Diploma in Paralegal Studies is an alternativeroute for school leavers and adults to a law qualificationother than going to university.You will study the following units:• General Principles of Law in the English Legal System• General Principles of Law: the Law of Contract• General Principles of Law: the Law of Tort• General Principles of Law: Criminal Law• General Principles of Law: Wills, Intestacy and FamilyProvision and Procedural Law: Civil Litigation.Entry RequirementsTwo A Levels; A Level Law; BTEC National Diploma(NVQ/GNVQ Level 3 or above) ORCILEX Level 3 Qualifications; ILSPAs Legal SecretaryDiploma or Mature Students Welcome.About the courseThe Level 7 Diploma in Paralegal Practice is designedto bridge the gap between an academic degree andthe practical, procedural knowledge and skills necessaryto be able to function effectively as a Career Paralegal.It provides a LLB Law Graduate with a procedural lawqualification removing the need to proceed to an LPCYou will study the following units:• Assess and Evaluate Civil Litigation Procedures• Assess and Evaluate Procedural Law Relating toMatrimonial and Civil Partnerships• Assess and Evaluate Procedures Relating toConveyancing• Assess and Evaluate Procedures Relating to Succession• Assess and Evaluate Legal Implications for ComplexCorporate and Business Structures and Legal Skills.Entry RequirementsOne of the following is required:LL.B. (Hons); BA LAWor CPE/GDLA Law Degree based on Common Law.Overseas students please note, your degree needs toinclude The English Legal System.3637

Management & LeadershipAward, Certificate, Diploma Level 5Duration: Award 4 weeks; Certificate 8-12 weeks; Diploma34 weekslocation: plcStrategic Management & LeadershipAward, Certificate, Diploma Level 7Duration: Award 4 weeks; Certificate 8-12 weeks; Diploma 34 weekslocationL plcAbout the courseThis qualification is aimed at current and aspiring middlemanagers. It represents a step change from the L3First Line Management in that it requires the managerto develop the core management skills of personaldevelopment, resource management, understandingstakeholder, customer and quality requirements,information management, project management andperformance managementThe qualification consists of 13 units and the creditframework provides you with more choice and flexibility,enabling you to select a series of units to build aqualification that meets your individual needs. OtherCMI Options may be available, subject to sufficientstudent demand and Tutor availability.The 13 units are:Group aCreditPersonal Development 6Information Based Decision Making 7Resource Management 7Meeting Stakeholders and Quality Needs 6Conducting a Management Project 10For the Award, you will need to complete anycombination of units to a minimum of 6 credits.(Minimum 1 unit)For the Certificate , you will need to complete anycombination of units to a minimum of 13 credits(Minimum 2/3 units )For the Diploma, you will need to complete all the unitsform group A , at least one until from group B and 3options from group C to a total of at least 62 credits.(Minimum 9 units)Entry RequirementsNo formal qualifications are required but workexperience is recommended. Normal minimum age onentry is 21. If you are in doubt about your qualificationsand experience to start the course, please contact usfor advice. Whatever your qualifications, it is importantthat you have the support and co-operation of youremployer.Future OpportunitiesOn completion of the CMI level 5 diploma, you mayprogress to the CMI L7 Post-graduate programme andpossibly upgrade to a Masters.About the courseThe qualification is intended for the current or aspiringsenior manager who has the authority and personalinspiration to translate organisational strategy intoeffective operational performance.It requires the manager to build on their managementskills and to focus on the requirements of developingand implementing the organisation’s strategy.The qualification consists of 14 units and the creditframework provides you with more choice and flexibility,enabling you to select a series of units to build aqualification that meets your individual needs. OtherCMI Options may be available, subject to sufficientstudent demand and tutor availabilityThe 14 units are:Group ACreditPersonal Development 6Strategic Performance Management 7Financial Management 7Strategic Information Management. 9Conducting a Strategic Project 10Organisational Direction 9Entry RequirementsOpen to current and aspiring senior managers, but noformal qualifications are required. Normal minimum ageon entry is 23.You must demonstrate at least 5 yearsexperience in a senior management position or progressfrom the Level 5 programme.Future OpportunitiesMost people work for the qualification because itfurther develops their strategic leadership skills and inmany cases leads to further career progression. You canprogress through onto a top-up Masters on completionof your level 7 Diploma through Leeds MetropolitanUniversity or Leeds Trinity University College. OtherUniversities may also accept the CMI L7 Diploma tosupport entry onto their MBA programmes.Group BCreditPerformance Management 9Being a Leader 7Group CCreditFinancial Control 9Marketing Planning 9Project Development and Control 6Human Resource Development 6Managing Recruitment and Selection 7Leadership Practice 7Group BCreditFinancial Planning 6Strategic Marketing 6Strategic Project Management 6Organisational Change 7Strategic Planning 9Human Resource Planning 8Being a Strategic Leader 7Strategic Leadership Practice 7For the Award you will need to complete anycombination of units to a minimum of 6 credits.For the Certificate you will need to complete anycombination of units to a minimum of 13 credits.For the Diploma you will need to complete all core units(group A) and 3 optional units from group B totaling atleast 66 credits.4041

management & leadership - ilmTeam Leadingaward, certificate Level 2Duration: Variable – distance learninglocation: plc“The Institute of Leadership andManagement is the UK’s largest awardingbody for leadership and managementqualifications. ILM provides employerswith the widest choice of leadership andmanagement qualifications available inthe UK. Last year 90,000 people registeredfor an ILM qualification, gaining thecrucial skills and knowledge to improvetheir performance at work.Our wide range of programmes and uniqueunit-based qualifications structure givetraining buyers the choice and flexibilityto custom-build programmes that meettheir exact leadership and managementdevelopment needs. And because allassessment is practically-based, these keyskills and knowledge are transferred directlyinto practice, bringing immediate businessbenefits.”(ILM website 2012)About ILM coursesILM qualifications are available at Levels2 to 7 on the Qualifications and CreditFramework, meaning they cater for alllevels of expertise and experience. Asleaders and managers seek to develop newresponsibilities and progress in their careers,they can be sure ILM offers a qualificationto consolidate their experience and deliverthe skills they need to progress. For examplean aspiring or newly appointed teamleader could take an ILM Level 2 Award orCertificate in Team Leading, while a seniormanager would be more suited to an ILMLevel 7 Award, Certificate or Diploma inExecutive Management.ILM’s unitised qualifications come in threedifferent sizes – Awards, Certificates anddiplomas depending on the length of theprogrammes and the number of modulesstudied The awards, certificates and diplomasat each level are nested to encourageprogression, without having to repeat topics.ILM courses are currently run at LCC asdistance learning courses, but like CMIcourses, they are ideal for Employers to usefor developing soft skills or technical skillswithin the workplace whilst ensuring youremployees gain an appropriate qualificationto recognise the skills developed. Leeds CityCollege has developed ILM programmesfor Leeds City Council and Yorkshire andHumber NHS.About the courseThe Award/Certificate in Team Leading is specificallydesigned for practising and aspiring Team Leaders/Supervisors, providing a solid foundation in their formaldevelopment and training. This qualification would beadvantageous for anyone who is looking to establishthemselves in a supervisory or management career, orwho would like to be accredited for current skills andexperience. Where distance learning is selected, you willcomplete a range of workbooks and assignmentsThe following units can be studied:Mandatory units• Developing Yourself as a Team Leader (Award & Cert)• Motivating the Work Team to Perform (Cert only)• Planning and Monitoring Work (Cert only)Optional UnitsThose taking the Award option will take an additional 1or 2 modules in order to achieve 3 credits in total, whilstthose taking certificates will study an additional 5-7 unitsto achieve 13 credits in totalExamples of optional modules:• Developing the Work team• Dealing with Change in the Workplace• Briefing the Work Team• Leading your Work Team• Providing Quality to Customers• Business Improvement Techniques• Using Information to Solve Problems• Using Resources Efficiently in the Workplace• Providing Quality to Customers• Maintaining a Healthy and Safe Work EnvironmentEntry RequirementsThe programme is open to current and aspiring TeamLeaders senior managers, but no formal qualificationsare required. Normal minimum age on entry is 19and work experience is needed to help you in thisprogramme of study.Future OpportunitiesSuccessful participants may benefit from careerprogression ond/or be able to progress onto ILM Level3 Award or Certificate or other similar qualifications.ApprovedCentrewww.i-l-m.com4243

first Line Managementaward, certificate Level 3Duration: Variable – distance learninglocation: plcManagementAward, Certificate Level 5Duration: Variable – distance learninglocation: plcAbout the courseThis course aims to give practising and potential first linemanagers a foundation for their formal developmentin this role. The qualification does this by developingmanagement skills and assisting participants in gainingthe knowledge required by a manager.The following units are studiedMandatory units (Award & Cert)• Solving Problems and Making Decisions• Introduction to Leadership• Leading a Team EffectivelyOptional UnitsThose taking certificates will study an additional 5-8units to achieve 15 credits in totalExamples of optional modules• Managing Health & Safety in the Workplace• Influencing Others at Work• Developing Yourself and Others• Managing Projects• Writing for Business• Effective Meetings for Managers• Organising and Delegating• Working with Costs and Budgets• Coaching and Training Your Workforce• Managing Stress in the Workplace• Motivating to Perform in the WorkplaceEntry RequirementsThe programme is open to current and aspiringfirst line managers, but no formal qualifications arerequired. Normal minimum age on entry is 23 andsignificant work experience is needed to help you in thisprogramme of study.Future OpportunitiesSuccessful participants may benefit from careerprogression ond/or be able to progress onto ILM Level5 Award or Certificate or other similar qualifications.About the courseThe Award/certificate in Management aims to givepractising and aspiring middle managers a foundationfor their formal development in this role. Thequalification does this by developing management skillsand assisting participants in gaining the knowledgerequired by a manager.The following units are studied:Mandatory units• Understanding the Management Role (Award & Cert)• Managing Improvement (cert only)• Making a Financial Case (cert only)Optional UnitsThose taking certificates will study an additional 5-8units to achieve 26 credits in totalExamples of optional modules:• Management Communication• Leading Innovation and Change• Managing Individual Development• Managing for Efficiency and Effectiveness• Managing Projects in the Organization• Managing a Healthy and Safe Environment• Becoming an Effecting Leader• Managing Stress and Conflict• Developing and Leading TeamsEntry RequirementsThe programme is open to current and aspiring middlemanagers, but no formal qualifications are required.A good level of literacy and numeracy is needed tohelp you meet the assessment requirements. Normalminimum age on entry is 23 and considerablemanagement experience is needed to help you in thisprogramme of study.Future OpportunitiesSuccessful participants may benefit from careerprogression ond/or be able to progress onto ILM Level5 Diploma or HE qualifications.44

other opportunities to studyShort CoursesLeeds City College has a range of short coursesranging from one day workshop focusing onsubjects like Project Management and Leadershipskills to accredited courses for health and safetyand security training. Please see our new shortcourse brochure for more details.HE coursesWithin the Management and Professional Faculty,we run a range of higher education courseswhich can support personal and professionaldevelopment e.g. Foundation Degree in BusinessManagement, Foundation Degree in Retail.Please see our HE Brochure for further details.RetailWe run a full range of programmes from Level2 Retail Knowledge to a Level 5 FoundationDegree in Retail which are recommended fordevelopment of retail workforce skills by theRetail Sector Skills Council, Skillsmart Retail andthe Retail Skills Academy. A Retail brochure will beavailable in the near future.Leeds City College has support and facilities for theblind and partially sighted including transcribedpublications and speech software.To find out more about how we can help blind andpartially sighted students, please contactAnne Brook on 0113 216 2375DisclaimerThe information in this prospectus is, as far as possible, accurate at the time of publication, but is subject to change forunforeseen reasons at the College’s absolute discretion.Leeds City College takes all reasonable steps to provide services as set out in this prospectus; it does not however guarantee theprovision of such educational services, programmes and facilities.Leeds City College reserves the right to amend, withdraw, cancel, alter or amalgamate any or part of the programme,locations, facilities or costs at any time.Please be aware the location of some of the courses offered could be subject to change between time of application andactual start date.All courses run subject to enrolment of minimum numbers.Please check the website for the most up-to-date information which should be consulted before application.www.leedscitycollege.ac.uk

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