Application to Study with CIM Academy

Application to study with CIM Academy

APPLICATION TO STUDY WITH CIM ACADEMY

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CIM Contact:
Intake date:
Charge code:

Important:Please e-mail your completed form to directly to your dedicated account handler. Alternatively, you can fax it to us on +44(0)1628 427267.

If you need any assistance completing this form, please contact the CIM Academy team on +44(0)1628 427240.

1.Which qualification do you wish to study?

MARKETING

Foundation Certificate in Marketing

Study options: Virtual Blended

Whole qualification with chosen elective: Digital Essentials or Customer Communications

Or single module(s): Marketing Principles Digital Essentials Customer Communications

Certificate in Professional Marketing

Study options: Virtual Blended Residential

Whole qualification with chosen elective: Digital Marketing or Customer Experience

Orsingle module(s): Marketing Integrated Communications Digital Marketing Customer Experience

Diploma in Professional Marketing

Study options: Virtual Blended Intensive

Whole qualificationwith chosen elective: Digital Strategy or Driving Innovation

Or single module(s): Strategic Marketing Mastering Metrics Digital Strategy Driving Innovation

Digital Diploma in Professional Marketing

Study option:VirtualOnline Blended

CIM Marketing Leadership Programme

Study option:Online Blended(only option)
with chosen elective: Managing Business Growth or Consultancy

SALES

Intensive Diploma in Strategic Sales Practice

Study option:Face-to-face (residential)(only option)

2.Programme details

Course start date
Stream (if known)

3.Are you a CIM member? Yes No If yes, please enter your membership number: I don’t remember my membership number

4.Do you have a Unique Learner Number (ULN)?

The Unique Learner Number (ULN) is a 10-digit reference number which is used to access the Personal Learning Record of anyone over the age of 13 involved in UK education or training.Students who have not undertaken FE study since 2008 may not have been allocated a ULN.You can find your ULN on award certificates or results slips.

Yes No

If yes, please enter your ULN:

5.Your personal details (Please provide your details to help ensure our records are current.)

Dr Mr Mrs Ms Miss Other (please specify): Gender: Male Female

Forenames
Family name
Name to appear
on certificates
(if different from above)
Nationality / Date of birth / DD/MM/YYYY
Home address
Town / Postcode/Zipcode
Country / (A full postcode is essential for UK applicants to avoid delays in processing your form)
Home telephone / Mobile
(please include all relevant international and area dialling codes)
Home e-mail address

6. Your current appointment and company details

Job title / Date appointed / MM/YYYY
Job level / DirectorSenior ManagerMiddle Manager
Junior ManagerCoordinator Administrator
Business name
Business address
Town
Country / Postcode/Zipcode
Business telephone* / Business e-mail
*please include all relevant international and area dialling codes
Public company Private company (Please tick one box only)

7. Delivery address for books

Your books may be delivered by courier and may require someone to sign forthem, it may therefore be easier to select a work address for ease of delivery. Please select your preferred address:

Home address (as above)Business address (as above)Other (please specify below)

Delivery address
Town / Postcode/Zipcode
Country

8. Please indicate your physical status:

Do you consider yourself to have a disability or health condition? Yes No Prefer not to say

If yes, please specify:

If you believe you need a ‘reasonable adjustment’ during examinations, then please discuss this with the CIM Academy Specialist.

9.Please indicate your ethnic origin(Requested by Ofqual. Please tick one box only)

White

British Irish Other

Mixed

White and black Caribbean White and black Asian White and black African Other mixed background

Asian or Asian British

Indian Pakistani Bangladeshi Other Asian background

Black or Black British

Caribbean African Other black background

Chinese or other ethnic group

Chinese Any other ethnic group

10. How did you find out about CIM Academy?

Advertising/PR - Please state: /

Internet:

Colleague/referral / CIM Academy website
Direct marketing/literature - Please state: / CIM website
Email received / Search engine - Please state:
Exhibition - Please state: / Other internet - Please state:
I am a previous CIM Academy delegate / Other: Please state:

11. English language

Our programmes are taught in English and all delegates are expected to have sufficient knowledge of both written and spoken English. If English is not your first language, you will need to confirm that you have at least IELTS 6.5 proficiency to Trinity III/IV, or equivalent English Tests that are acceptable to UK Government standards.
Please confirm that you are fluent in both written and spoken English by ticking the box

12. Recording your continuing professional development (CPD)

CPD is your personal dedication to being professional, keeping up to date, continuously seeking to improve and having a way to prove it to an employer and/or peers. CIM Academy qualifications are all eligible for CPD. Full details available at

I would like to join the Chartered CPD Programme. There is no extra charge to participate.

13. Who will be funding this course? Employer Self

14. Learning Contract

TheLearning Contract is a part of this application. It details what you can expect from us, what we expect from you and the support your line manager is expected to provide (if applicable). Please ensure that you and your line manager read through this.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

Workshops/virtual classrooms are designed to be informative, participative and relevant. What you can expect from us includes:

An introduction to the subject and explanations of theory and concepts.
Guidance on and familiarisation with assessments, and an approach to writing style.
Feedback and an honest evaluation of progress.
Support from the CIM Academy team.

Course content - The course covers the subject in a structured and logical way with theoretical input on the principles and concepts. We always try to accommodate an individual’slearning needs. During workshops/virtual classrooms time constraints limit the extent to which these can be met. Allowance is made for differences in knowledge and experience of delegates, some more used to tactical activities, others more strategic, some with practical experience and others not. For some delegates the input provides updates and an opportunity to check knowledge. For others the input provides new knowledge.

Examples-We provide examples of marketing practices. However, examples have shortcomings and in particular no example provides a ‘whole’ or comprehensive story. Usually the example is a ‘snapshot’ in time of the particular aspect worthy as an example. Course directors can share their own experiences, please remember they are bound by confidentiality and not all companies are prepared to share sensitive information. We all sign confidentiality contracts and we respect this obligation. Be prepared to provide and share your own examples – we will help you to define these.

Assessment support-Course directors will offer advice to delegates regarding the tasks, particularly in relation to the organisation they choose to use. Delegates will have the opportunity to submit mock exams, case study analysis and draft assignments to the course directors for feedback. Course directors will give feedback on one draft of an assignment and/or answer specific subject-related questions from a candidate related to their assignment.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

Ensure that your employer is aware of the commitment involved (minimum 12 hours a week studying; attending workshops; attending exam(s); and 30-50 hours to research and write each assignments).

Take responsibility for time management, learning and study.

Dedicate the requisite number of hours to assignment/exam preparation.
Read around the subjects drawing on different media and books.
Complete all the online and offline work.
Full attendance at all workshops/virtual classrooms.
Positive participation to enhance your learning.
Team work, supporting each other.
Meet deadlines for assignments.
Research a company for assignments if not currently in employment or a marketing position.
Read the Delegate Handbook sent to you at the start of the course.

LINE MANAGER’S SUPPORT:

TheCIM Academy team are delighted to welcome a member of your staff on our qualifications programme.The delivery style and the assessments used are designed to encourage delegates to explore marketing within their own organisational context and employers often tell us this gives some immediate benefit to the business. To ensure that your employee gets the best from the programme, it will help if you:

Facilitate their access to necessary people and information within the organisation.
Act as a mentor.
Help them manage workload, especially in the period approaching examinations and when assignments are due to be submitted.

I confirm that I support the below delegate throughout the CIM Academy programme, and have read, understood and agree with the learning contract.

Line manager signature: / Date:
Print name:

15. Signature and declaration

Delegate pledge and declaration

I am committed to taking responsibility for my learning and study and for participating and providing positive and constructive contributions. I understand that assignment deadlines must be met, and that extensions are only granted when the request is accompanied by a doctor’s note or in other extenuating personal circumstances.

I understand that the decision of the assessor as to my grade of membership will be final. I agree to abide by CIM’s Charter, Bye-laws and to support and promote CIM’s Code of Professional Standards, as described at I confirm that the information supplied in support of my application is correct; and that I have read, understood and agree to abide by CIM Academy’s terms and conditions of business and learning contract.

Applicants signature: / Date:
Print name:

Senior Management authorisation

I am authorised, by the sponsoring organisation, to agree and approve the declaration above.

I have read, understood and agree to abide by CIM Academy’s terms and conditions of business and learning contract.

Authorising signature: / Date:
Print name: / Position:

16. Data protection

CIM (The Chartered Institute of Marketing) and CIM Academy will keep you updated with relevant information as part of your qualification and membership.

We may contact you regarding other CIM products or services that may be of interest to you. You will have the opportunity to opt out of these communications at any time.

Your personal information will be passed to your local branch, which will operate within the data protection guidelines set by us.

From time to time, we are approached by other companies who would like to inform you of relevant business and marketing information. These companies are strictly controlled and we never disclose personal information to them without your permission. Please tick the box below if you wish to receive the information.

Yes, I wish to receive information from third parties

For full details of our data protection policy, please visit

CIM Academy Terms and Conditions

CIM ACADEMY
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS

CIM Academy qualifications are internationally recognised and must therefore abide by the rules laid down by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) which regulates the CIM Awarding Body. These terms and conditions were updated July 2017 and supersede any other terms and conditions you may have received.

Please note that calls to our customer contact centre may be recorded for training and quality purposes.

Course start dates

In all cases, the start date of your course is the date that we receive payment from you or your company. This will also be the date that your login to the online learning platform is sent to you.

Cancellations/Attendance/Withdrawal from a qualification

All delegates must attend each module as booked and the number of days as laid down in the approved syllabus and published work scheme for the programme.

Courses start on the date that payment is received. Under the qualifications regulations, unless there are exceptional extenuating personal circumstances – such as serious illness or bereavement – no refund will be made. Work related issues are not accepted as being legitimate cause to change attendance dates and no refund or part refund of course fees will be given. If such extenuating reasons do arise, it is the responsibility of the delegate or the delegate’s organisation to inform CIM Academy in writing providing evidence of the circumstances at the earliest opportunity.

In the event that a module or workshop transfer has been agreed by CIM Academy management to a different programme stream, due to extenuating circumstances for which evidence has been provided, no transfer or administration charge is payable. In all other cases, should a transfer to a different stream be exceptionally agreed by CIM Academy management fees will be charged as shown below under Course fees.

Substitutions

Companies may choose to substitute the original delegate with another person before the course start date. Written notification is required to substitute a delegate. There is no charge for this. However, the new delegate will have to go through the same validation process including review of CV to ensure that the course is suited to their level of experience.

Substitutions which take place during a course are at the discretion of CIM Academy management and if allowed will require the new delegate to be validated at the correct level by assessment of their CV. Additional charges will be levied and advised in writing.

In all cases, if the substitution is not verified for the level full cancellation charges will become due

Course fees

Fees do not include attendance at: revision workshops;additional course modules (other than those of the original programme); individual feedback reports/re-marking service from the CIM Awarding Body;examinations re-sits and assignment re-submissions. Should these be required a charge will be made.

Please note that additional exam fees may apply to students in non-UK locations.

Should there be a requirement for a delegate to retake an examination or submit an alternative assignment; the delegate is responsible for payment of the registration costs or any other related fees. Delegates are also responsible for keeping their membership paid and up-to-date; fully paid membership is required to be able to retake any subject, receive results and awards.Should a delegate fail an elective module and chose to take an alternative subject, full module fees will be charged.

Reason / Transfer Charge
Exceptional extenuating circumstances / None
Any other reason / £250
Re-sit / £125

NB. Assessment and membership fees are in addition to the above, and will be charged at the price charged by the Awarding Body.

Payment

All course fees must be paid in full immediately. Settlement of the invoice is only deemed to have happened when the full amount has been paid and cleared.

Self-funding individuals

Self-funding delegates are responsible for full payment even if they choose to withdraw from the qualification at any stage. Full payment can be made via credit/debit card, cheque, BACS or bank transfer.

Company/organisation funded individuals

Where a company or organisation is booking and funding a delegate, the contract is with the employer who is liable for the payment once the booking has been made by signature on the booking form. If the delegate for any reason leaves the company at any stage before or during the course or chooses to discontinue the course, the company remains liable for full payment of the course fees.

Bank details – for your information

The Royal Bank of Scotland, 28 Cavendish Square, London, W1M 0DB

Account name: The Chartered Institute of Marketing

Account number: 10193302

Sort code: 16-00-30

IBAN code: GB83 RBOS 1600 3010 1933 02

Finance team contact:

Phone number: +44 (0)1628 427425

VAT number: GB 302 2509 13

Accommodation and transport

For all modular residential CIM Academy courses, fees include full board and accommodation from the morning of the first day of the course to the final morning or afternoon of the course (as specified in the course calendar) in a single occupancy study bedroom. For blended online and intensive weekend programmes the course fees cover the relevant day delegate rates on the face to face workshops.

Extended accommodation can be arranged at Moor Hall at a preferential rate, which has to be paid locally on departure. Any requests for extended accommodation should be e-mailed to . For airport transfers please contact reception who can supply details of a local taxi company, tel: +44 (0)1628 427500 or e-mail

Cancellation of course

CIM reserves the right to amend or cancel any course, course times, dates, published prices or terms and conditions. Changes to course prices, times and dates will be advised before the course start date and any course already paid in full will not be subject to the increased price. As a course may be cancelled up to two weeks prior to its start date, we recommend that delegates do not make travel arrangements before this time. Any travel costs incurred are entirely the delegate’s responsibility. CIM does not accept any liability for reimbursement of travel costs.

Intellectual property

All materials supplied by CIM training and CIM Academy remain the intellectual property of CIM and its partners, who assert their right to worldwide copyright unless specifically agreed otherwise in writing.

Assignments submitted by CIM Academy delegates remain anonymous for assessment purposes and marked assignments or exam scripts are not returned to delegates under the CIM Awarding Body policy. All content of assignments or exams will not be divulged unless express permission has been obtained from the originator.

Special requirements

Special requirements and dietary needs can be met and arrangements for personal religious worship or for disabled delegates easily made. Simply state your requirements at the time of booking and we will make all the necessary preparations prior to your arrival.