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Developing a successful business plan

Course Code: CMKT03

• Dates: 19/10/24 - 19/10/24
• Time: 10:00 - 17:00
• Taught: Sat, Daytime

Duration: 1 session

• Location: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
• Tutor: Julian Holden

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What is the course about?

We will follow a step by step overview on how to write a business plan with a focus on expressing a solid and professional business view. You will be working on a business plan model that you can present to an investor or to be a guide to start or expand your business. From defining your business, product and brand, bringing your product or service to the market to an exit plan you will understand what is necessary to cover every step of the way in your plan. You can choose to attend this course either live online or in person. - Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome. - A computer with microphone and camera. - Earphones/headphones/speakers. We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.

What will we cover?

• Structure and purpose • Defining your business • Product • Market analysis • Customer analysis • Competition • Branding and Marketing overview • Management and operations • Exit Plan • A brief overview of Financial Plan and forecast.

What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...

Write your own business plan as a guide to start a business or to present it to investors.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is designed for anyone wanting to start or expand a business.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

You will be taught by presentations, discussions and by completing practical exercises. We will look at business plans samples and examples.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

There is no other costs. Bring a pen and a pad. You might want to bring a USB to save your work.

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Please click here to view our business skills courses. Disclaimer Disclaimer: Use of Third-Party Software This course might require you to either use your own personal account or create an account for the purposes of this course. City Lit cannot accept any responsibility for any failings of the third party or provide technical support. Whilst using the software you will be responsible for abiding by the providers terms and conditions and maintaining your own work.

Julian worked as a technical manager for two large organisations before taking a career break to study for an MA and to qualify as a teacher. He now divides his business hours between working as a freelance marketing consultant and business coach for small to medium-sized businesses, and teaching for City Lit, two other colleges, and for a number of charities that help people gain the skills to start their own business. His key interests include web design and marketing, content strategy, search engine marketing and the use of social media. He is a huge fan of WordPress and also teaches a range of IT courses in Java, Python, PHP and App development.

Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.

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Strategic Leadership

100.00 £ Original price was: 100.00£. 19.00 £ Current price is: 19.00£. excl. VAT

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The “Strategic Leadership” course is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to lead organizations effectively in a complex and rapidly changing business environment. This comprehensive course covers a wide range of topics, from understanding the role of a strategic leader to building strategic partnerships and alliances. Whether you are an aspiring leader or an experienced executive looking to sharpen your strategic skills, this course offers valuable insights and practical tools to help you succeed.

Course Lessons:

• Introduction to Strategic Leadership : Get acquainted with the fundamental concepts and importance of strategic leadership in today’s business landscape.
• Understanding the Role of a Strategic Leader : Dive deep into the responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities that come with being a strategic leader.
• The Importance of Vision and Mission in Strategic Leadership : Learn how to create and communicate a compelling vision and mission to guide your organization.
• Developing a Strategic Mindset : Understand the cognitive processes that enable effective strategic thinking and decision-making.
• Strategic Thinking and Decision Making : Master the art of making informed decisions that align with your strategic objectives.
• Analyzing the Business Environment : Gain the skills to assess the external and internal factors that impact your organization’s strategy.
• Identifying and Assessing Strategic Opportunities : Learn how to spot opportunities for growth and assess their viability.
• Creating a Strategic Plan : Develop a comprehensive strategic plan that serves as a roadmap for your organization.
• Aligning Organizational Goals with Strategic Objectives : Understand the importance of ensuring that your organizational goals are in sync with your strategic objectives.
• Effective Communication in Strategic Leadership : Master the communication skills needed to articulate your strategy clearly and persuasively.
• Leading Change and Managing Resistance : Learn how to lead organizational change effectively while managing resistance from stakeholders.
• Building and Leading High-Performing Teams : Acquire the skills to build, lead, and sustain high-performing teams that contribute to your strategic objectives.
• Developing and Implementing a Strategic Leadership Development Program : Understand how to create a leadership development program that nurtures strategic leaders within your organization.
• Ethical Leadership in a Strategic Context : Explore the ethical considerations and challenges that strategic leaders face.
• Managing Risk and Uncertainty in Strategic Leadership : Learn how to identify, assess, and manage risks in a strategic context.
• Evaluating and Monitoring Strategic Performance : Understand the metrics and KPIs that are crucial for evaluating the effectiveness of your strategy.
• Leading Innovation and Driving Organizational Growth : Learn how to foster a culture of innovation that drives growth and keeps your organization competitive.
• Strategic Leadership in a Globalized World : Explore the challenges and opportunities of leading in a global context.
• Building Strategic Partnerships and Alliances : Understand how to build and maintain partnerships that align with your strategic objectives.
• Sustaining Strategic Leadership Excellence : Learn how to sustain your leadership effectiveness over the long term through continuous learning and adaptation.

In today’s fast-paced and complex business environment, effective leadership is more critical than ever. This course aims to provide you with the tools, frameworks, and insights you need to become a successful strategic leader.

Through a series of lessons, you will explore various facets of strategic leadership, from developing a strategic mindset to managing risk and uncertainty. Each lesson is designed to offer practical knowledge that you can immediately apply in your professional life.

So, are you ready to embark on a transformative journey to become a more effective strategic leader? Enroll now and take the first step towards achieving leadership excellence.

We look forward to having you in the course and are excited to be a part of your leadership development journey!

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Take your first steps into the exciting and fast-paced world of business with one of our most popular degrees. You'll learn the skills you need for a rewarding career in management.

The BA (Hons) Business and Management course gets you ready for a career in business while giving you the flexibility to focus your studies on an area that interests you. With an employer embedded within every module, you’ll interact with industry at every step of your journey.

You’ll learn the fundamentals of business, management, and leadership through the context of digital and sustainable business practices. Whether it’s setting up your own business or working as part of a multi-national corporation, the BA (Hons) Business and Management course will equip you with the skills and capabilities to be an effective manager whatever the organisation.

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• Our management courses share a common first year, which enables you to focus on your chosen specialism of Management, HRM, Finance or Marketing. 
• Course content has been carefully designed with students and employers to enhance your employability. 
• Cutting-edge topics are covered such as issues around sustainability in business and digital aspects of business in the 21st century workplace. 
• Our Business and Management courses are 6th in the UK for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2025)
• 85% of students surveyed said our university’s mental wellbeing support services were well communicated. (National Student Survey 2024)
• 90% of students surveyed said they felt free to express their ideas, opinions and beliefs (National Student Survey 2024)

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With an innovative mix of experiential learning and knowledge development in terms of the role, function, and influence of managers and leaders in a changing business world, the BA (Hons) Business and Management course provides you with opportunities for creative, reflexive, innovative, and entrepreneurial skills development in live work environments.

Examples of experiential learning methods include live projects, placement opportunities, workplace shadowing, and panel presentations.

The course features innovative teaching methods and learning by doing and reflecting. This includes problem-based learning, where you’ll work within a small team to explore issues or decide how to manage a situation. This helps you to dissect, challenge, and debate issues.

Other learning techniques include guest speakers, and cutting-edge e-learning technologies. These are in addition to a combination of lectures, seminars, debates, tutorials, and workshops.

Assessment methods include narrative reports, e-portfolios, consultancy projects, negotiated assessments, case studies, reflective statements, audio journals, posters, digital storyboards, blogs, podcasts, and YouTube videos.

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Year 1 (national level 4):.

Please note, after Year 1, if you decide that you'd prefer your studies to be more specialised, it’s possible to transfer to the Human Resource Management, Finance, or Marketing pathways.

Business Organisations and Society (30 credits)

Take an in-depth look at the influence of digital technology on ways of working. Put a specific focus on ‘Place’ and Society in an international, national and local context. Develop a global perspective on the influence of technologies on working practices and employee behaviour considering historical, ethical, cultural and societal trends.

Business Management Skills Development (30 credits)

Develop a selection of transferable employability skills through a diverse range of experiences. Examine the importance of developing your own professional identity. Place this identity in the context of changing, challenging and dynamic organisations.

Understanding Markets and Marketing (30 credits)

Gain a foundational understanding of the fundamentals of marketing. Examine global case studies and develop a broad knowledge base of markets and marketing. Explore the purpose of marketing in business and organisations.

Fundamentals of Financial Decision Making (30 credits)

Accomplish a good understanding of firm’s investment and financial decision making. Develop techniques to interpret and assimilate accounting information. Benefit from learning the fundamental knowledge of tools of financial decision making.

Year 2 (national level 5):

Managing self and others (30 credits).

Examine the relevant concepts to evaluate professional behaviour and investigate this in the context of success and performance of organisations. Study some of the problems that can arise in the workplace. Analyse cause and resolution strategies to enhance performance and engagement.

Delivering Projects for Organisational Success (30 credits)

Explore some of the fundamental and contemporary components necessary to plan, assess and manage successful projects. Study this in the context of organisational operations, logistics and holistic supply chains. Develop the knowledge and skills of process and human aspects of project management in delivering organisational success.

Corporate Finance and Portfolio Valuation (30 credits)

Develop a comprehensive national and international understanding of how corporate financial decision-making impacts upon organisational success. Refine key analytical and interpretive skills within the context of evaluating investment-based portfolios. Gain a holistic understanding of key topics and concepts in corporate finance including dividend policy, financial statement analysis, sources of finance available to business, mergers and acquisitions, and portfolio analysis.

Integrated Marketing Practice (30 credits)

Build a holistic view of applied marketing through the exploration of contemporary developments, case studies and debates. Analyse and appraise innovations in marketing thinking and practice that are occurring in response to changes in the marketing environment. Examine the need for an integrated approach in contemporary marketing practice.

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Strategic leadership and collaboration (30 credits).

Establish the relevant skills and understanding related to strategic leadership and collaboration. Engage in a critical exploration of theories on the importance of, and approaches to, strategic leadership in organisations. Understand leadership strategies and their impact on organisational success, resilience and growth alongside the dynamics of personal interaction with colleagues, teams and stakeholders to create collaboration.

Managing Business Continuity and Resilience (30 credits)

Critically understand the management of a modern international business organisation. Consider issues such as crisis management and contingency planning brought about by changing market conditions. Grasp the key factors that are required for business resilience and growth.

Business Consultancy Project (30 credits)

Examine the fundamental components necessary to effectively source, design, research and disseminate business consultancy projects for small to medium sized businesses and larger companies. Incorporate an international perspective on consultancy projects. Consider that the role of a consultancy now requires a blend of both physical and virtual skills.

Leading and Implementing Organisational Change (30 credits)

Carve out an understanding of the unprecedented levels of uncertainty, ambiguity, technological change and globalization that organisations need to be able to adapt to. Define change and the important role it plays in contemporary organisations. Recognize the skills needed to address issues related to identifying, planning and leading successful organisational change.

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2024/25 fees.

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• £16,000 for International/EU (non-settled status) 

For the 2024/25 academic year, even though you are classified as an International Student, EU nationals receive a £5,750 scholarship, which reduces the fees from £16,000 to £10,250. The discounted fee will be reflected in your offer letter.

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Our students graduate with sought-after skills and knowledge across all areas of business and management. You'll understand how businesses create success, how to manage business operations, how to make informed decisions, and how to lead change in organisations.

The employability-focused curriculum of the course has been designed in collaboration with a range of employers including CDC Wealth Management, Caterpillar, Nissan, Network Rail, NCC Education, NHS, Enterprise Rent-a-Car, Uplift Associates, Sedgefield SSP CIC, Castle Howard, and NRL Ltd.

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The faculty-based employability team will support you in securing an optional paid work placement to further enhance your employability between your second and final year. It effectively becomes a third year of a four-year course and you’ll earn an average salary of £14,000-£18,000 a year depending on your location.

Placements are an excellent opportunity to put your learning into practice and understand the context for your new knowledge. The contacts made during placements can also be valuable for future job offers.

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A top-up entry option is available to those who've already successfully completed a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Foundation Degree and wish to progress onto the final year of the honours degree course. Topping up your existing HND or Foundation Degree will take one year of full-time study and may open up future career options to you, depending on your chosen career path.

Contact us to find out how you can get credit for your previous learning and top-up your qualification to a range of degrees.

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Our regular programme of guest speakers from industry allows you to listen to people who are already in the type of management position that you may one day hold. Recent speakers include Maurice Duffy, CEO of Global Blackswan; Mike Johnson, CEO of Castrol and Executive Vice President of BP; Uday K. Dholakia, Senior Partner of Global Consulting; Neil Stephenson, CEO of ONYX; James Ramsbotham, CEO of the North East Chamber of Commerce; as well as other representatives from a number of our region’s largest employers.

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Business English is considered a comprehensive and in-depth course which allows you to develop the practical English skills you need for the business world. Many internationals study this subject intending to be successful in their employment in businesses. It allows you to become more linguistically professional so that you can adapt well. The course motivates you and boosts your confidence while giving you opportunities to focus on specific business skills such as presentations and report writing. Business English teaches you the correct way in grammar. It emphasises topics used in business, such as finance and trade. It aids in improving your communication skills and focusses on your vocabulary so you can correspond and articulate to a higher level.

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• Learn new things about the business world and how it developed
• Establish your interview skills to perform better
• Expand your knowledge to become more employable
• An engaging and enriching teaching environment for the best learning process
• Develop your business idea through the Business School’s Incubator and access support through a local ‘Business Angels’ network.
• Gain insights into contemporary management which will help you prepare for a career in entrepreneurship.
• Gain Associate Membership of the Chartered Management Institute – there will be a charge for membership of the professional bodies.
• Work with academics and entrepreneurs who have extensive experience in management, consultancy, or running their own business.
• Widen your business contacts and enlarge your business opportunities worldwide
• Improve your presentation and negotiation skills as well as how to conduct business meetings
• Learn in a simulated business environment through practical teaching methods

Learning Mode Campus Hours per week 15 Hours Duration 3 Weeks per session Class Timings Daytime, Evening or Weekend Fees From £750 per Session Payment Plan Full Minimum Age 18+ Students in class Average 12 students

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Students will improve their fluency in English speaking and writing and will lead to a professional degree

Gain knowledge of business terminology and be able to apply it when communicating with others

Learn through role-play and practical examination how to speak with each other professionally and apply it to written correspondence

Develop necessary skills to deal with people in business situations

Increase their knowledge of key business concepts worldwide

Write and read essential business reports, faxes, and memos

Expand vocabulary related to general business situations

Develop confidence to deal with people and underlying issues in the business world

Course Content

During this course, you can expect to cover the following areas:

Use of Key Business Vocabulary

This topic will cover the most Use of Key Business Vocabulary important terminology and words that are used throughout the business world and their purpose. This will expand your vocabulary and enhance your knowledge of these terms in the business world.

Focused Grammar Work

Grammar is the most important element in all languages. This topic you will focus on how English grammar works and how to write to a professional standard.

Seminars on Business Topics

This will cover the different elements that make up a business and how they are important to a business.

Business Correspondence

For this topic, we will look at how to comprise messages and how to speak and interact with people in a professional, business manner.

Business Presentation Skills

This will look at how to conduct a presentation ensuring you can give a presentation where you are clear and articulate when speaking.

Discussion and Role-Play

This is where we give you a practical experience of giving a presentation or holding a conversation with a fellow co-worker or professional. This will enhance your confidence in your ability to speak in English and give you a better understanding of what is required.

Language of Statistics and Trends

Statistics and the ability to read and understand their meaning is very important in business. This module you will learn how to be able to analyse statistics and trends you can see in the business world for a variety of fields as well as be able to understand how you can change them or work with them.

Business Report Writing

A business report is an incredibly detailed piece of writing that consists of being able to give as much information as possible in as few words as possible. In the business world you will need this skill in order to be able to communicate information of what your findings are in a concentrated form.

Online Benefits

• High flexibility – study in the comfort of their home and combine it with their work or other commitments
• Connect with people from all over the world living in a totally different place than you
• Opportunity to develop your self-discipline and responsibility skills
• Save travel cost and time
• One-to-one teaching results to be a concentrated and active learning

Entry Requirements

• Before starting, your level of English should be B1 at a minimum.
• Please note the minimum age for students wishing to join this course is 18 years old.

As part of your application, you are required to submit the following supporting documents:

Documents You Need

Passport/ID

Application Form

“I’m happy that I joined this course because it taught me completely new language skills in the workplace and changed my attitude towards the professional environment and its values.”

Adriana  Spain, Business English

Tuition fees cover the cost of a student’s academic studies. This usually includes teaching costs, registration and examination fees (not repeat or tailing modules, re-sit fees or coursework resubmission). Any costs associated with work placements will be the students responsibility.

3 - 10 Weeks

10 - 20 weeks, 20 - 30 weeks, employability.

The 21st century has created the need for speaking as many foreign languages as possible, due to the high mobility that people have, in an age of global commerce. Many institutions support businesses, governments and individuals in developing the English language skills required by employers, providing the opportunity to take an exam and have a degree that is acknowledged worldwide.

If you are interested in applying we encourage you to visit the School and meet with our recruitment and admissions staff. This is neither a requirement nor expectation if you are planning on applying to the programme.

Related Programmes

At LSB, you will have the chance to study a broad range of subjects. The School offers a unique opportunity to explore business alongside other disciplines.

Everyone has their reasons for learning English. Some start from scratch, whereas some just focus on expanding their horizons. However, to add value to your skills, you need to have a solid base, clear fundamentals and an active zeal to learn and explore new things. Therefore, our General English course furnishes.

The International English Testing System is an examination made all over the world and highly recognised in more than 10,000 organisations. IELTS is reputable amongst educational institutions, employers, governments and any professional environments nationally and internationally.

International Foundation Programme is a globally recognised programme, an alternative to an A-Level or Access to HE qualification. IFP is a nine-month full-time course which offers students with an opportunity to gain entry to degrees at the LSB and other leading universities in the United Kingdom.

By enrolling at London School of Business, you will be studying with people from all different types of backgrounds and different cultures, providing an opportunity to socialise and make friends from nations across the globe. Apply now, and one of our Admission Advisors will be in touch to support you through the process.

GO TO ONLINE APPLICATION

You can use the following link to apply for the programme: https://www.lsbuk.com/apply/

ADD YOUR PERSONAL PROFILE INFORMATION

Personal details

Family information

Extracurricular activities

Global interests and experiences

SUBMIT APPLICATION FEE

There is no application fee.

SUBMIT SUPPORTING APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

Proof of your academic achievements, including official school transcripts

Evidence of English proficiency, i.e: TOEFL/IELTS/ Functional Skills Level 2 (if English is not your native language)

GMAT/SAT/ACT scores (optional)

One academic reference

A Personal Statement as an essay (400–500 words)

Scholarship and financial aid application included with the application form

PERSONAL ASSESSMENT INTERVIEW

In order to assess your eligibility for the programme, we will review your profile and your expectations from your career. This will be done via an in-person, telephonic or video conversation. In addition, we will mark your English proficiency for the course as well, and advise on further actions to be taken on your part.

ADMISSIONS DECISION

Once your application and personal assessment interview are completed, you will receive an admission decision within two weeks. If you have any questions regarding the status of your application, feel free to contact your Admission Advisor.

CONFIRM YOUR PLACE

If you are accepted into the program and have decided to start your studies at London School of Business, you must confirm your place prior to confirmation deadline.

PRE-ARRIVAL SUPPORT

Once we confirm your student status with us, we will be sending out useful information regarding your pre-arrival, and pre-enrolment.  Not only that, we will work alongside to make sure you have a seamless arrival in the UK.

Need Help Choosing A Programme?

Choosing the right programme is an important part of your future success. our dedicated student counsellors are happy to assist you in choosing the right programme that best suits your professional goals. please contact us on +44 (0)20 3305 8124 or send us an email to [email protected] to discuss your requirements and obtain an application form., recent blogs.

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