What is distance learning?

Management distance learning courses have become increasingly popular over recent years, the sheer number of people taking a distance learning degree is testament to that. Distance learning  offers managers and consultants the flexibility they need in the 21st century business environment. After studying through distance learning with us many people go on to study an MBA by distance learning too.

Distance learning is flexible off-site learning that allows you to study a programme identical to any traditional, on-site qualification, but with real convenience built in.

With distance learning you can study for your consultancy or management qualification at home, work or even when travelling. We provide you with professionally developed distance learning materials that take the place of traditional classroom lectures.

You are supported by expert tutors over the telephone, email, and through online forums.

Distance learning is not a solitary event, just an alternative way of studying. There are many advantages particularly for those who do not live locally to a course provider, or who want the freedom to study when and where they like within a structured personal timetable.

What materials do I get?

To help you with your studies you will receive a learning pack which will contain:

What Tutor support will I receive?

You will be allocated a tutor who will be your personal guide, mentor and coach. They will be an expert in their field and distance learning management. You can be confident that their support and help will give you every opportunity to be successful in your consultancy or management qualification.

Your tutor will support you in a proactive way. They will contact you soon after you receive your learning pack and will agree your own personal timetable with you. We know that life sometimes gets in the way so if you need to change it, you simply contact your tutor.

They will explain how and when you can contact them, and there are no restrictions on how often you can do this. They will also initiate contact with you to check your progress and provide support and motivation.

Your personal tutor will also assess the work you have to submit for your qualification. They will provide you with full written feedback.

As well as support from your tutor, you will be able to contact our learner services department at any time.

How long will my distance learning course last?

Each course has an ideal number of weeks for completion, but we do recognise that sometimes other demands may make it difficult to stick to your original timetable. So we will be as flexible as we can.

Our distance learning courses have a generous time period in which they can be completed which is shown on the course information page. If you need to continue your studies beyond this time, there may be a charge for a second period of tutor support. This will be in proportion to the amount of the course you have left to complete.