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CIPS - MCG Centre Number - 005031578 |
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For Non-UK Students International Advanced Certificate For Non-UK Students For UK Students only Level
6 Graduate Diploma Future Quals 2006 - Transition
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How
studying by Distance Learning through
MCG works Our distance learning programmes work in almost the same way as traditional classroom based study, but with more flexibility. The study is built around you, which gives you the opportunity to balance your studies with your job and your personal life. You will have a one-to-one relationship with your tutor rather than being part of a large class. With this flexibility you can :
The way you study will be the way that suits you best, and because you follow a course which has been built around your needs and preferences, you should be more successful. All the tuition you need We believe that one of the most important parts of your course is the support provided by a tutor and you will have access to this throughout the duration of your study schedule. You will be able to contact the tutor as much as you need and as often as you need. All the flexibility that you need If you are not sure about distance learning or the CIPS qualifications, you can choose to study one unit at a time and find out whether it is the right programme for you and the right style of study. You don't have to wait or aim for any particular term date. You can start at any time which suits you. If, for example your employer wishes you to be developed to take on additional responsibilities, you can register for a course the next day rather than waiting until the next year. The only limitations are the CIPS exams which are scheduled twice per year in May and November. Your learning comes to you because there is no compulsory travel except to the exam venue, and no institute to commute to each week after work. If you have to relocate because of your job, you can continue to study and we will help you to find a new exam centre where CIPS can send the papers for you to sit. Your studies do not need to take control of you but should fit in with your many commitments. If something happens with your job or family which affects your studies, then let us know and we will work with you to decide the best way forward. How long will your course take? This depends on your personal strengths and weaknesses, the courses you have taken in the past, your work experience and the research and reading you decide to do. You may find that you move through one unit more quickly than another. The following are average timings for the completion of each programme : · The International Certificate can be completed in eight to twelve months. (for International Students only) · The International Advanced Certificate can also be completed in eight to twelve months. (for International Students only) · Level 3 Certificate can be completed in eighteen to twenty-four months. (for UK Students only) · Level 4 Foundation Diploma can also be completed in in eighteen to twenty-four months. (for UK and International Students) · Level 5 Advanced Diploma can also be completed in eighteen to twenty-four months. (for UK and International Students) · Level 6 Graduate Diploma can also be completed in eighteen to twenty-four months. (for UK and International Students) In addition to studying the material provided, students should reserve some time to keep up with developments in purchasing, supply and business in general. This can be done through newspapers, magazines, radio, TV and the Internet. CIPS also publish a useful reading list. Your course will include The course will be a combination of tutor support and study material. The main difference is that you are in charge of your own timetable, otherwise it is similar to a conventional course. You work from the study materials rather than going to lectures and the contact with your tutor will be by email rather than face-to-face. Your tutor will discuss and agree a study schedule with you depending on the time available to you for study. See a sample study schedule ---here--- Online College We are here to make it all work. To sort out any problems. We are confident we can do that. We will provide you a password to access study resources in the student area of this website. Efficient learning Distance learning is cost effective - the fees all go towards your course, whether it is on student support or the study programme itself - and your attendance record is automatically 100% Fast track service Most students can start their study within eight working days of enrolling with us. Assignments sent to your tutor should be returned to you within two working days and if you need help immediately, you can email your tutor at ant time. Individual Tuition Tutors consider all students as individuals. Throughout each unit they will work with you to build understanding, minimize weaknesses and prepare you for exams. There are two main ways in which tutors work with students. Coursework is marked by the tutor to assess progress and provide feedback, and you can contact your tutor directly to discuss topics when you need to. Course work At the higher levels of study there are regular self-checking exercises in the material to help you gauge your progress and to build your confidence. In addition you will submit regular activities and progress check questions to your Tutor. The tutors will use your coursework to check your understanding in preparation for the exams. It will be a central part of your studies. The tutor will set for each unit at least two practice or mock exams to be attempted under exam conditions. One of these mocks is usually scheduled a few weeks before the actual exam. Help line The tutor will guide you through the subject and provide feedback on your coursework, to answer your subject questions, and to provide advice, support and encouragement. You can contact your tutor whenever you need to, with any problems you might have in understanding the topics. The one-to-one reply you receive will be specific to your question. If there is something you need to know, we will try to answer it for you. Fees details payable for Distance Learning is available ---here--- For details about distance learning support, complete the Form ---here--- [New window] CIPS - MCG Centre Number - 005031578 |
