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Brentwood Open Learning College

Prospectus

2012

Skills beyond boundaries

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WELCOME MISSION STATEMENT WHY STUDY AT BOLC? FAQ AWARDING BODIES COURSES DIPLOMA IN FASHION DESIGN DIPLOMA IN INTERIOR DESIGN DIPLOMA IN DIET & NUTRITION ADVISOR DIPLOMA IN BEAUTY THERAPY DIPLOMA IN EVENT MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENT

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DIPLOMA IN FORENSIC ACCOUNTING DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS COMMUNICATION DIPLOMA IN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA IN MARKETING DIPLOMA IN ADVERTISING DIPLOMA IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC RELATIONS DIPLOMA IN ISLAMIC BANKING & FINANCE DIPLOMA IN CUSTOMER SERVICES DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING & FINANCE DIPLOMA IN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA IN HOTEL MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA IN SALON MANAGEMENT


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DIPLOMA IN TRAVEL & TOURISM DIPLOMA IN DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY DIPLOMA IN SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING DIPLOMA CHILD PSYCHOLOGY DIPLOMA IN STRESS MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA IN COUNSELLING DIPLOMA IN WEDDING PLANNING DIPLOMA IN CAREER COACHING


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Welcome to Brentwood Open

Learning College

We have developed a wealth

of professional study programmes designed to help

you achieve your goals and unlock your true potential


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Mission

Statement

“Our mission is to provide accessible and quality education to all. We

aim to provide professional and vocational qualifications, enabling students to develop knowledge, skills and work ethics resulting in entry

level employment or career advancement.” The College fullfils this mission by offering UK’s recognised qualifica-

tions. BOLC courses provide you with the skills to enhance career pros-pects and to boost your self-confidence. We pride ourselves not only on of-

fering excellent courses but also on the support given to our students while they engage in BOLC’s courses. Each student is assigned a personal expert

tutor on enrolling, to guide and encourage them throughout their studies

with the College. The College has a team of Student Advisors and we ac-tively encourage our students to contact us if they have any queries or dif-

ficulties in understanding an assignment or part of a course. This ensures that although you study at home, we are 100% with you throughout your

course


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Why Study at

BOLC?

Recognised qualifications More Flexibility One to One Tutor Support

Easy to Understand Course Materials An Affordable Way to Study Career changing Quality Assurance Everything You Need is Included

You learn in your own time, at your own pace You learn with Employment and other commitments


Why Study at BOLC?

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FAQ


What are the advantages of

Distance Learning?

Distance learning has several benefits in

which the classroom learning lacks. Dis-

tance learning is more cost effective and

flexible. With Distance Learning there is no

need to attend a classroom environment

so there is no waste of time or other re-

sources in transport, commuting to specific

location for each class.

Can I Study if I live outside UK? Yes, wherever you are in the world you

can join our learning community. You get

the same level of access to your tutor

that any BOLC student enjoy

What qualification will I receive

on completing the course?

On successful completion of your course

you’ll receive a recognised qualification

from the awarding body of your course

(e.g. NCFE ).Each course page specifies

exactly what qualification you’ll receive

at the end of the course.

Can I pay the fee in

Instalments?

Yes. We allow you to spread your fee

over a period of one or two years.

How are the assignments submitted?

Assignments can be submitted by post,

email or online

Can I take more than one course at a time?

Yes, you can.

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Awarding Bodies

NCFE is recognised as an awarding body by the qualification regulators (‘regulators’)

for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The regulators are the Office of the Qualifications

and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual) in England, the Department for Children, Education,

Lifelong Learning and Skills (DCELLS) in Wales and the Council for Curriculum, Examina-

tions and Assessment (CCEA) in Northern Ireland. Accreditation by NCFE is a of quality. It

means that a learning programme being offered has been scrutinised and approved by an

independent panel of experienced educational professionals and the learners successfully

completing NCFE accredited programmes receive a recognised certificate.


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Diploma in Fashion Design

Length of the Course:

1 Year

Entry Requirement:

There is no particular entry requirement for this

course.

What qualification will I gain?

1. NCFE Level 3 Award 2. BOLC Diploma in Fashion

Design

Fee: £640 (Can be paid in monthly instalments.)


Course Introduction

On this course you will learn the art of designing, fabric selection, garment construc-tion, fabric handling techniques, applying knowledge of fabric, coordinating colour and texture, monitoring quality and fit, and fash-ion sketching, marketing techniques and retail fashion production. Relevant practical

exercises and projects are introduced throughout the course aimed at applying the theory and skills learnt. This course prepares you for the real world of the design profes-sional: we teach you how to start and run your own fashion design business profitably.

Course Benefits:

Fully Recognised Qualification

Full Tutor Support

Delivered through distance learning

Self paced, no fixed schedules

Available to students any where

in the world

Interest Free Fee Instalments

Career opportunities Fashion designers work in the forecasting,

design, manufacturing, promotion, media, styling, fashion buying, mercha ndising, fash-ion editing and endless other sectors of the

clothing industry that predict, design, pro-duce and distribute the clothing that we wear.

This course covers the following

Modules:

Fashion Design - A Brief History

Principles of Fashion

Fashion Forecasting

The Process and Structure of the Fashion

Industry

Development of Design

Principles of Design

Dress Designing Essentials

Colour and Dress Designing

Choosing the Right Material

Fashion Sketching

Working With Patterns

Sewing Basics

Surface Decorations

Costing a Garment

Running Fashion Design Business

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Diploma in Interior Design


1 Year

Entry Requirement:

There is no particular entry requirement for this course.


1. NCFE Level 3 Award

2. BOLC Diploma in Interior

Design

Fee: £640 (Can be paid in monthly instalments).


Course Introduction

Our Interior Design Course gives understand-ing of the fundamental principles and elements of design theory, the effects of light and colour on interior spaces, solving spatial

problems, understanding concepts like orientation, zoning and furniture arrangements, using graphic and verbal skills

to present projects that accommodate a variety of human factors.

Course Benefits:


Full Tutor Support




in the world



Modules:

An Introduction to the Interior Design

Profession

A Brief History of the Interior Design

A Sense of Style

Design Principles

Space

Lighting

Colour

Pattern and Texture

Walls and Ceilings

Floors

Furniture

Soft Furnishings

Soft Furnishings (continued)

The Finishing Touches

Living Rooms

Kitchens

Connecting Spaces

Bedrooms

Children’s Rooms

Bathrooms

Workrooms

Adding an Extra Room

The Client- Designer Relationship

Planning Essentials

Stages of a Project

Starting Up Interior Design Business

Career opportunities

After completing the course you may find em-ployment with interior design companies, archi-tectural practices, property developers, retail chains, shop-fitting companies, hotels, furni-ture manufacturers, departmental stores, exhi-

bition companies, decorating practices, commercial and finance houses anywhere

around the world.

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Diploma in Diet & Nutrition Advisor


1 Year

Entry Requirement:




2. BOLC Diploma in Diet & Nutrition Advice



Course Introduction

Diet & Nutrition Advisor course concentrates on the development of a diet that can im-prove physical performance. The course will give necessary skills required when advising people on their nutritional needs. The course also covers nutrients, digestive system, detoxification, food allergies and intolerances,

diets for various populations, weight loss and control and other related topics. .

Course Benefits:


Full Tutor Support




in the world


Career Opportunities

Nutritional Therapists can work with:

food manufacturers

food retail chains

research companies

the media

Community health organisations

With experience, and possibly more qualification you could progress into management and policy development. .


Modules:

An Overview of Nutrition

Basics of Nutrition

Basics of Nutrition (continued)

Digestion and Detoxification

Eating Disorders

Balancing the Diet

Nutrition and the Immune System

Diet and Disease

Women’s Health

Nutrition Requirement for Different People

Weight Control

Weight loss

Anti-ageing formulas

The Role of a Nutritionist

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Diploma in Beauty Therapy


1 Year

Entry Requirement:




2. BOLC Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Fee: £640 (Can be paid in monthly instalments.)


Course Introduction

If the idea of working in a salon inspires you or you want to start your own Salon as a

qualified beautician, whatever is your goal, this course is ideal for you. On this course you will learn all that is needed to work in Beauty industry.

Course Benefits:


Full Tutor Support




in the world


Career Opportunities After completing this course you can run your own salon as a qualified beautician or you may find employment in beauty salons or

spas. There are also opportunities to work in

hotels, medical clinics, sports injuries clinics, fitness and health clubs. Make-up specialists may also find work in the areas of fashion, media and the performing arts. There are even opportunities to work overseas, in holi-day resorts or on cruise ships. .


Modules:

The Work Place Environment

Related Anatomy and Physiology

Consultation and Skin Analysis

How to Improve and Maintain Facial Skin

Conditions

How to Improve Skin Conditions

(Continued)

Preparing Work Area and the Client for the

Application of Make up

Professional Make Up Procedures

Manicure and Pedicure

Hair Care

Remove and Lighten Hair Using Temporary

Methods

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Diploma in Event Management


1 Year

Entry Requirement:



1. NCFE Level 2 Certificate

2. BOLC Diploma in Event Management



Course Introduction

The Event Management course is designed to equip you with art of planning in door and our door large and medium size functions and gatherings. I.e. press conferences, charity fundraising events, sports, other social and religious festivals, Birth Day parties, weddings etc. The course covers , strategic

planning, budgeting, event promotional techniques , marketing, event operations, organisational skills, human resource management and all that is required to work as a professional in event planning industry.

Course Benefits:


Full Tutor Support




in the world



There are many career opportunities in the industry. You can join an event management company or a media house that specialises in event management activities or you can ei-

ther start working in the capacity of a free-lancer or can set up your own events man-

agement business


Modules:

What is Event Planning

Event Planning Process

Types of Events

Event Concept and Theming

Preparing an Event Management Plan

Event Budgeting

The venue and Site Design

Marketing and Events

Human Resource Management

Health & Safety Requirements

Events Risk Assessment

The Contingency Plan

Catering Operations

Customer Service and Communication

Crowd Management

Transport Management

Waste Management & Noise Control

Monitoring & Evaluation

Staring Up & Running the Business

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Diploma in Business & Administration


1 Year

Entry Requirement:



1. NCFE Level 2 Certificate

2. BOLC Diploma in Business and Administration



Course Introduction

BOLC Business and Administration Diploma is for anyone who wish to do office work in the public, private or voluntary sectors. The pro-gramme provides a thorough grounding in functional issues involved in management, documentation production and administration services.

Course Benefits:


Full Tutor Support

Self Paced, No Fixed Schedules

Available to Students Anywhere around

the World



There is a business and admin element to every employment sector, including energy,

engineering, charities, finance, manufactur-

ing, tourism, health, entertainment, the law, leisure, education and local and national gov-ernment. Working in business and admin, you would provide the support the organisation needs to run efficiently. Most of the jobs in this sector are office based.


Modules:

The Business Environment (Types of busi-

ness and their ownership, economic envi-ronment, political, legal and social factors)

Fundamentals of administrative manage-

ment

HR Management

Performance management

Managing finance

Managing resources

Effective marketing

Business communication and report writing

Business accounts

Time, stress and crises management

Assess, manage and monitor risks

Build and maintain effective customer rela-

tions

Team management

Starting a small Business

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Diploma in Business Risk Management


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Business Risk Management



Course Introduction

As we currently live in less stable economic and political world, the awareness of risk is crucial for the smooth running of businesses. The course has been designed to provide learners with a solid understanding of busi-ness risk and explains the strategies for man-aging risk efficiently. The course focuses pri-

marily on operational, project and reputation risk management

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support


Available to Students Anywhere around

the World



Changes in the economic climate have opened up great opportunities in risk man-

agement. People who are keen to transfer their specialist quantitative modelling tech-niques can find themselves in front-office roles such as trading, bonds and stocks, with others employed in different areas of finance including market risk management and fund management, and by regulators such as the

Financial Services Authority (FSA).


Modules:

Overview of Risk Management

The Nature of Risk

Risk Management and Business Strategy

Measuring and Monitoring Market Risk

The Tactics of Risk Control

Identifying Risks

Economic crime, Bribery and Corruption

Business Interruption & Risk Management

Social and Cultural Risk Management

Human resources and Risk Management

Environmental Risk Management

Health & Safety at Work Place

Future Trends

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Diploma in Forensic Accounting


1 Year

Entry Requirement:



BOLC Diploma in Forensic Accounting



Course Introduction

With the increasing level of prosecution for financial fraud, the demand for forensic accountants has been growing rapidly. BOLC Diploma in Forensic Accounting has been designed to provide knowledge, skills and professional insight necessary to handle the challenges of investigating fraud and

other aspects of white collar crime and finan-cial disputes. The course concentrates on the core skills required to identify, detect and prevent fraud. No previous knowledge in accounting is

required to join this course. It means that

the course is not restricted to chartered

accountant. The programme is ideal for

anyone who wishes to practice in the area

of investigative and forensic accounting.


Forensic Accountants work in most major

accounting firms and are needed for investi-

gating mergers and acquisitions, and in tax

investigations, economic crime investigations,

all kinds of civil litigation support, specialized

audits, and even in terrorist investigations.

Forensic Accountants work throughout the

business world, in public accounting, corpora-

tions, and in all branches of government.

This course Consists of the

following Units:

Introduction to Forensic Accounting and Fraud

Auditing

The Role of the Auditor and Forensic

Accounting

What is Fraud?

Fraud Risk assessment

Fraud Prevention

A) Fraud Prevention for consumers B) Fraud Prevention for Businesses

Investigative Techniques

Computer Crimes

Gathering Evidence

Supporting a Criminal Prosecution

The Future of Forensic Accounting

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support


Available to Students Anywhere around the

World


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Diploma in Business Communication


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Business Communication



Course Introduction

Excellence in communication contributes to

success in all aspects of personal, profes-

sional and civil life. The course aims to

develop competence in English Language

and “communication skills”. The course will

prepare you for communicating effectively in

a range of business contexts and will provide

you with all the essential skills needed to

negotiate your way into a successful career

in communication.


Business communication study opens up job

opportunities in large number of fields. Those

who have studied Business Communication

can find work as professional development

instructors, human resource consultants,

communications specialists, public relations

officers or employees, entry- to mid-level

managers, information technology profession-

als, professional train-

ers, advertising and marketing professionals,

as well as presenters and speech-writers.

Business management is also an opportunity

for those who have studied business commu-

nication training, and many choose to free-

lance as a consultant.

This course consists of the

following Units:

Introduction to Business Communication

Nature of Communication

Communication Techniques

Communication Skills

Professional Presentation Skills

Practical Business Writing Skills

Managing Projects

Course Benefits

Full Tutor Support



World


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Diploma in Supply Chain Management


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


Diploma in Supply Chain Management



Course Introduction

Supply Chain Management is a system for managing the entire flow of information, materials, manufacturing and services from raw material suppliers through factories and ware houses to the end customer.

This course gives you a rounded view of the

Logistics and supply chain management

operations. Highlights of the course include;

production processes, distribution channels,

network designs, and performance manage-

ment of supply chain.


Supply chain management (SCM) offers a

diverse and rewarding career. SCM profes-

sionals now occupy a range of influential

positions across organizations,

in procurement, operations, logistics, trans-

portation and trade, as well as consulting and

senior management. These professionals are

employed by large, Small- and medium-sized

enterprises at all levels, in public sector insti-

tutions and non-profit organizations.


following Units:

Introduction to supply chain management

Logistics in supply chain management

How the supply chain works

Distribution Resource Planning

Supply Chain Methodologies

Supply Chain Operations Management

Supply Chain Co-ordination

Network Designs

Information Technology

Administration

Performance Management

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



World


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Diploma in Marketing


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Marketing



Course Introduction

BOLC Diploma in Marketing is a comprehen-sive programme designed to give students a competitive edge in this exciting field. The programme has been designed to help you expand your knowledge and skills in the marketing of products/ services for the customer, industrial and service sector.

You will gain an insight into the latest

marketing trends and techniques, and will

develop marketing skills that will help you

for your exceptional career in the field.


You could be employed by a marketing agency or consultancy, or you could work for

an in-house marketing department in all kinds of businesses or public sector organisa-tions. You may also choose to become a free-lance marketing consultant or set up your own consultancy.


following Units:

Introduction to Marketing

The Marketing Environment

Consumer and Buyer Behaviour

Segmentation and Targeting

Marketing Information and Research

Marketing Strategy

Marketing Planning and Implementation

International Marketing

Marketing in Today’s’ World

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



World


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Diploma in Advertising


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Advertising



Course Introduction

BOLC Diploma in Advertising is ideal for you whether you are an advertising practitioner looking to enhance your existing advertising skills or a student wishing to develop a career in advertising. Advertising is the back bone of any business.

A good understanding of advertising is essential for all the sales and marketing man-agers, business owners and all those who are directly or indirectly involved in selling prod-ucts or services of any organisation.

BOLC Diploma in Advertising will help you

develop the skills you need to be a successful

advertising specialist. You will learn about the

consumer behaviour, media characteristics,

strategic campaign planning processes and

much more.


Advertising is a very popular career among fresh talent, and competition for jobs is strong. Vacancies appear in the national and

trade press, on the IPA website and through specialist recruitment agencies. However, not

all jobs are advertised, so you could also find work by approaching agencies directly, and through making contacts in the industry. With experience, you could progress to be-

come an account manager. Eventually you

could become an agency director, or set up

your own agency.


following Units:

Introduction to Advertising

Structure of the Advertising Industry

The Role of Advertising in Society

Creating and segmenting Markets

Discovering Consumers

The Agency

Advertiser Agency Relationship

Advertising and the Media

Media Planning and Research

Preparing and running a campaign successfully

Measuring Results

Copy Righting

Future Advertising Trends

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



World


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Diploma in Project Management


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Project Management



Course Introduction

Project Management involves organising, se-curing and managing the available resources effectively to bring about the completion of identified project goals and objectives suc-cessfully. Project Management is an essential element for all types of organisations.

BOLC Diploma in Project Management has

been designed to equip students with essen-

tial knowledge and skills to successfully com-

plete projects, task and situations in all areas

of business. The course covers the complete

project life cycle; from project initiation,

through project implementation and finally to

the project completion phase. The course ex-

plores the essential tools needed to deliver

successful projects. The course also includes

topics like; cost estimating and cost control,

project time management, quality manage-

ment human resource management, risk

management and project communication

management.


You could work as a project manager in most

industries, including construction, IT, market-

ing, manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense,

information Technology, automation, Systems

Manufacturing, Education and training, finan-

cial services and the public sector.


following Units:

Introduction to Project Management

Project Management Skills

Project Life Cycle and Organisation

The Project Planning

Project Management Tools & Techniques

Project Scope Management

Project Time Management

Estimating and Cost Management

Project Quality Management

Human Resource Management

Project Communication Management

Project Risk Management

Global Project Management

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



World


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Diploma in Public Relations


1 Year

Entry Requirement:



BOLC Diploma in Public Relations



Course Introduction

BOLC Diploma in Public Relations is perfect

for you if you are looking for a rounded view

of all the aspects of PR.

The course will equip you with all the essen-

tial knowledge and skills for your exceptional

career in PR. You will learn how to get the

best value from your PR activities, how to

conduct newsworthy surveys to gain valuable

PR exposure, and how to enhance your PR

communication skills for media interviews.

Hence the course covers all the key concepts,

theories, techniques and skills that you need

to become an effective PR practitioner.


Job opportunities for public relations professionals are very assuring in various industries if the applicants have excellent

communication skills and convincing abilities.

Advertising agencies and Marketing compa-nies are constantly on the lookout for PR professionals. PR agencies and in-house PR departments, media management, media relations, event management, corporate communications, public affairs, private and

public organizations such as; health, educa-

tion, arts, leisure and entertainment, sport, media also recruit PR professionals.

This course consists of the follow-

ing Units:

Introduction to Public Relations

Public Relations and Communications

Business, Politics and Public Relations

Media and Public Relations

Strategic Planning for Public Relations

Public Affairs and Issue Management

Public Relations and Consumer

Business to Business Public Relations

Public Relations and Promotional Strategy

Crisis Management

International Context of Public Relations

Future of Public Relation Departments

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



World


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Diploma in Islamic Banking & Finance


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Islamic Banking & Finance



Course Introduction

Islamic banking is one of the fastest growing

sectors in financial market. Many countries

around the world have seen a great demand

for Islamic banking services, which has cre-

ated great job potentials in the field.

BOLC Diploma in Islamic Banking & Finance

has been designed to explore structure of

the Islamic banking and finance, industry,

its theoretical foundations, products, perform-

ances, Islamic financial instruments and risk

assessment issues. The course gives you a

good starting point for your exceptional ca-

reer in the field.


Typical employers in this field include leading

investment banks, as well as other organisa-

tions that carry out Islamic banking services.

You can pursue a career as a Business and

Product Development Manager, Islamic Bank-

ing Advisor, Islamic Banking Finance Manager

or Banking Relationship Manager.


Modules:

Islamic Banking –An Introduction

History and Growth of Islamic Banking and

Finance

Foundations of Islamic Law

Foundations of Islamic Finances

Philosophy and Features of Islamic Finance

Development of Islamic Banking Model

Operations of Islamic Banks

Financial Instruments

Performance of Islamic Banks

Business Ethics in Islamic Economic & Finance

Globalization of Islamic Banking

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



World


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Diploma in Customer Services


1 Year

Entry Requirement:



Diploma in Customer Services



Course Introduction

BOLC Diploma in Customer Services has been designed to equip students with the knowl-edge, skills and confidence to succeed as customer service professionals for excellent and effective customer service delivery. Effective customer service delivery is crucial for all types of business whether they are

private, public or non profit. But it cannot just happen by itself, it has to be planned and delivered with the participation of staff at all levels. The staff needs appropriate training in order to develop customer service skills.

The customer service skills learnt on this

course can be effectively applied to a wide

range of roles and industries and enable the

course participants to manage customer

services systems and processes which have

a direct and indirect impact on customers.


Good customer service skills are important in all industries. You could work in all kinds of employment sectors, including retail, finance, travel, telecommunications, manufacturing

and local authorities.

With experience, you could progress to team

leader, customer services manager, or

(depending on the type of employer) into

sales or account handling.


ing units:

Introduction to Customer Service

Setting service Standards

Developing Customer Service Strategy

Developing Customer Service Skills

Managing Customer Relationships

Dealing with customer’s complaints

Dealing with Difficult Customers

Dealing with Unprofitable Customers

Effective communication with Customers and

Colleagues

Creating Customer Centric Organisation

Reputation Management

Managing Expectation

Making Continues Improvement

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



World


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Diploma in Accounting & Finance


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Accounting & Finance



Course Introduction

Accounting and finance skills are in great de-mand all over the world. The Course has been designed to equip you with all the essential skills in accounting and finance. The course has been specially developed for students with little or no previous knowledge in this field. Hence it will give you a good starting

point for your exceptional career I the ac-counting field.

On this course the students will learn the con-

cepts of record keeping, managing effective

accounting, accounting standards, and cost

and budgeting and more.


You could find work in companies ranging

from small local practices to large inter-

national accountancy firms. You could

also work as an in-house accountant for

a company or public sector organisation

such as a local council, although in this

type of role you would usually be known

as a management accountant.


ing Units:

Introduction to Accounting

The Role of Accountant

Accounting & Financial Management Inter- Re-

lationship

Financial Statements

Financial Statement Analysis

Preparing & monitoring Budgets

Financial Planning & Control

Financial Management

Costing

Accounting records & Systems

Accounting Concepts Policies & Standards

Investment & Financing Strategies

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



World


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Diploma in Environmental Management


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Environmental Management



Course Introduction

The course equips students with the knowl-edge and understanding of the increasingly important role that an EMS can provide in the management of environmental issues and policy. This course provides a comprehensive intro-

duction to the management of environmental

issues and aims to teach students the princi-

ples and practice of environmental manage-

ment within the contexts of environmental

impact assessment.


Environmental Management offers a diverse and rewarding career. You may be able to find positions in nature conservation, consul-tancy, environmental protection agencies,

waste management organisations and

environmental research.


ing units:

Introduction to Environmental Planning and

Management

Environmental management and science

Environmental management Business and Law

Sustainable Manufacturing

Key Resources

Global Challenges

Pollution and Waste Management

Environmental Assessment Purpose

Environmental Assessment Methods

Environmental Risk Assessment

Future Trends

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



World


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Diploma in Hotel Management


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Hotel Management



Course Introduction

Hospitality industry is booming. It offers attractive career opportunities with a chance to work in international 5 star hotels. Man-agement in this fast moving sector needs employees with sound knowledge and skills to boost their hospitality business.

This programme has been developed to give

you an edge by increasing your employment

potential. The course extensively covers all

the major aspects of hospitality management.

Highlights of the course include; food and

beverage management, front office opera-

tions, housekeeping operations, marketing,

financial and human resource management

and more.


There are many career opportunities in the

industry some areas are outlined here; con-

ference and events management, the enter-

tainment and leisure sector, facilities man-

agement and food service management.

There are also relevant roles throughout the

public sector in universities, hospitals, trans-

port and the armed forces. Self-employment

is also an option.

This course consists the following

Units:

The Hotel Industry

Managing Front office Operations

Managing House Keeping Operations

Managing Security

Staff Recruitment and Selection

Staff Training & Development

Food And Beverage Operations

Managing Service Quality

Managing Interdepartmental communications

Sales and Marketing

Managing Financial Aspects

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



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Diploma in Salon Management


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


Diploma in Salon Management



Course Introduction

The success of any Salon Business depends

entirely on its managements’ ability to

manage people and resources effectively.

In this highly completive and ever evolving

industry everyone wants to stay a head in

business and want to attract more and more

clients. All this requires an effective manage-

ment.

BOLC Salon Management Diploma has been

designed to equip learners with essential

knowledge and technical skills to manage

and run the salon business successfully.


A successful salon requires a competent

manager to oversee staff, ensure customer

satisfaction and drive the creative direction

of the business. A manager is also responsible

for overseeing health and safety compliance,

licensing and all retail operations. There is

a great demand for the qualified and skilled

managers in the industry. A salon manager’s

job can provide a rewarding and lucrative

career for a person who's willing to work her

way up through the beauty business,


ing Units:

The Demand for Salon services

Setting Goals and Objectives

Developing Motivation

Essentials of Client’s Psychology

Importance of Self Image

Work Force Planning

Salon Professionalism

Time Management

Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Salon

Clients

Promotional Campaigns

Health & Safety Management

Quality Management

Security Management

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



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Diploma in Travel & Tourism


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Travel & Tourism



Course Introduction

Tourism industry is on the boom, offering

great career employment opportunities

around the world.

BOLC Diploma in Travel &Tourism will provide

you a strong foundation for starting a career

in this highly lucrative industry. The course

will equip you with all the essential knowledge

and technical skills required to work in tour-

ism industry. It is ideal for you if you want to

work for an airline, as a tour operator, or

even are interested to start your own

business.


You could be employed by any of the operators that organise group package tours, ranging from large, international

companies to small, specialist firms.

Vacancies may be advertised in the press and on tour operators' websites, or you could contact tour operators for details of recruitment. With experience, you could pro-gress into a management job.


ing Units:

Introduction to Travel & Tourism Management

Structure of the Industry

Tools & Techniques in Tourism Planning and

Management

The Law and Tourism

Managing Safety & Security

Ethics in Travel & Tourism

Human Resource Management in Tourism

Marketing Management

Managing Finance for Tourism

Effects of External Environment of Travel and

Tourism

Managing Crisis in Travel & Tourism

Strategic Methods of Development for Travel

and Tourism

The Future of Tourism Planning and Manage-

ment

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



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Diploma in Digital Photography


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Digital Photography



Course Introduction

If you are looking for an exciting career in photography, love to attend celebrity events, weddings or parties, the course sets an ideal foundation for you. It will help you develop special knowledge, skills and competencies that are unique to digital photography and will teach you everything you need to know

in order to produce digital images of high quality. On this course the learners will gain an

understanding of the issues faced by

photographers in professional practice and

will learn to respond to them in a professional

way.


Around half of all photographers are freelanc-ers or run their own business or studio. Many employers choose to use freelance photogra-

phers as and when they need them.

Alternatively, you could be employed as an in

-house (‘staff’) photographer for an employer

such as a commercial photographic studio,

advertising or PR agency, newspaper or

magazine, large company, hospital or the

police.


ing Units:

Introduction to Digital Photography

How a Digital Camera Works

The Shoot & the Equipment

Developing Technical Proficiency

Choosing the Image

Understanding Light

Creative Exposure

Composition

Photographing People

Travel & documentary photography

Photographing the Natural world

Working with Black & white

Special Shooting

The Digital Dark Room

Editing and Organising Photos

Changing the Tone and Colour

Scanning Essentials

Printing Photos

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



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Diploma in Social Media Marketing


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Social Media Marketing



Course Introduction

Social Media marketing is one of the fastest growing digital marketing channels. BOLC Diploma in Social Media Marketing has been designed to equip you with essential knowl-edge and skills to successfully plan and imple-ment social media marketing strategy for all types of businesses.

The course teaches all the essential technical

skills for using social media effectively

whether for promoting the business or to de-

velop long term relationships with customers

or clients.


There are many career opportunities in the industry some areas are outlined here; Social media consultant, social media analyst, social

media marketer, social media expert, market-

ing manager, online marketing consultant.


ing Units:

Introduction to Social Media

Importance of Social Media in Today’s World

Online Social Networks

Social Media Tactics

Social Media Tools

Preparing for a Campaign

Developing Content

Running the Campaign

Measuring results

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



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Diploma in Child Psychology


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Child Psychology



Course Introduction

The course is ideal for you whether you are

a parent, or working with children in any

role .i.e. teacher, nursery nurse, child minder

or social worker. The course explores meth-

ods theories and concepts used by psycholo-

gists to develop real insight into the child per-

sonality.


You could work within social services depart-ments, child mental health services, family centres, education, and independent and vol-

untary services (such as Barnardos and the NSPCC).

With experience and further training, you

could also supervise less experienced thera-

pists, and provide a consultation service to

professionals in the community. You could

also move into training, lecturing or providing

clinical supervision.


ing Units:

The Family Life Cycle

Emotional Development

Personality Development

Social Understanding and relationships

Influences on Problem Development

Problems of Infancy and childhood

Problems of Middle childhood

Problems in adolescence

Ethnic Influences

Ecological Influences

The consultation process and Report writing

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



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Diploma in Stress Management


1 Year

Entry Requirement:



BOLC Diploma in Stress Management



Course Introduction

In today’s fast –paced and challenging work

environment more and more people complain

of being stressed.

BOLC Diploma in Stress Management has

been designed to address a vast scale “stress

related problems” and their treatments. The

course provides “root causes” of these stress

related problems in a methodological and

easy to understand way and suggests strate-

gies for coping with the stress; it also trains

for preparing stress management action plan.

Not only this, the programme prepares you to

give counselling to others who are suffering

from stress related problems.


You can find work with a range of organisa-

tions including:

charities

housing associations

health agencies

local authorities

the probation service

prisons.


ing Units:

Understanding Stress

The Stress Response

Health Risks Associated with Stress

Common Causes of Stress

Strategies and Techniques for Managing Stress

Time Management and Stress

Dealing with Work Related Stress

Psychology of Relaxation

Relaxation Techniques

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



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Diploma in Human Resource Management


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Human Resource Management



Course Introduction

BOLC Human resource Management Diploma will help you develop the knowledge, skills and methodology necessary to meet the hu-man resource challenges of today’s’ fast paced work environment. The programme will help you develop a

strong foundation in current HR best practices and will prepare you to lead the strategic de-ployment of human capital for sorts of organi-zations.


There are different types of jobs for which

you may be considered:

HR adviser

HR assistant

HR manager

HR administrator

HR and training manager

HR case adviser

HR development assistant

compensation and benefits analyst

training and development manager


ing Units:

Introduction to Human Resource Management

The Recruitment and Selection

Employee Relations

Appraising Employees

Staff Training and Development

Managing Performance

Rewarding Employees

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

Health, Safety and Welfare

Managing Absence and Attendance

Employee Grievance, Discipline and Dismissal

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



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Diploma in Counselling


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Counselling



Course Introduction

BOLC Diploma in Counselling provides you

with all the essential knowledge and technical

skills to deal with complex emotional

problems. On this course you will learn a

number of helping strategies and will also

learn to choose and apply the most appropri-

ate ones to best serve your counselling

clients. Hence the programme sets a strong

foundation for your exceptional career in

counselling. The course explores development

and attachment theories, communication

methods of counselling and importance of

anti oppressive behavioural and personal cen-

tred approaches.


You can find voluntary, part-time and full-

time opportunities in a wide range of settings,

for example the NHS, education, youth

services and charities. Opportunities are

also growing for counselling services in the

workplace. You could also see clients in

private practice. Competition for full-time

paid work is strong, and many counsellors

do a mixture of part-time, voluntary and

private work.


ing Units:

Introduction to Counselling

The Aims of Counselling

Developing Counselling Skills

The Counselling Process

Different Approaches of Counselling

The Counsellor –Client Relationship

Counselling Ethics and Standards

Counselling in Organisations

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



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Diploma in Wedding Planning


1 Year

Entry Requirement:



Diploma in Wedding Planning



Course Introduction

If you are looking for a perfect career in

wedding planning, this programme is ideal

for you. The course covers all aspects of

wedding industry from history to the latest

trends and secrets of the trades. The course

takes you step by step through a wedding

day, covering topics like; wedding styles,

different cultures- their influences and

customs, dealing with suppliers, choosing

a florist, choosing a design and theme and

much more.


Most wedding planners are self-employed but there are opportunities to work for larger wedding planning consultancies. You may work as an administrator or assistant in an

event management company. Starting off as a wedding co-ordinator in a venue such as

a hotel can be a great start to a career as an independent wedding planner. Jobs with hotels or event management

companies may be advertised in the local

and national press, hospitality trade

publications and employers’ own websites.

If you are self-employed, opportunities

depend on the strength of your marketing

and reputation.

This course consists the following

Units:

Introduction to Wedding Planning

Types of Weddings

Weddings and the Law

Wedding- customs, cultures and religions

The Planning Process

Preparing a Wedding Budget

Choosing a Venue

Choosing a Theme

Food and Beverage Management

Wedding Attire and Bridal Party

Floral Décor

Wedding Photography

Stationery Elements and wedding gifts

Music & Entertainment

Transportation

The Wedding Day

Starting Up and Running the Business

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



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Diploma in Career Coaching


1 Year

Entry Requirement:


course.


BOLC Diploma in Career Coaching



Course Introduction

Whether you are considering becoming a ca-reer coach, looking forward for further educa-tion or want to improve your job prospects. This course is an ideal starting point for you. This course explains how a career coach plays a vital role in assisting others with their life and career issues leading them to success in

life.

Highlights of the course include; developing

coaching skills, the coach –client relationship,

the coaching process, career coaching in or-

ganisations, Ethics in practice and training

and finally how to run your own practice.


You would usually be self-employed, and

would develop your business through

networking, marketing and reputation. As

a member of a coaching organisation you

may receive help with this. You may also

find it easier to get professional indemnity

insurance if you are a member of a

professional organisation.


ing Units:

Introduction to Career Coaching

Developing Coaching Skills

The Coach –Client Relationship

Coaching Principles and Beliefs

Issues Brought to Coaching

Assessing the Situation and Setting Goals

Barriers to Coaching

Preparing an Action Plan

The job search

Interviews and interview strategies

Career Coaching in Organisations

Ethics in Practice and Training

Running your own Coaching Practice

Course Benefits:

Full Tutor Support



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