Do
you have management experience? Want to break out of the rat race?
Want to put your skills to work?
Whatever
your motives, there's an amazing new career waiting for you.
Management consultants and business coaches earn
large sums of money. And you could be one.
You
may have encountered management consultants at your own workplace.
And you may have thought, "That looks like a great way to earn
a living."
But
how do you get to become a management consultant? The easiest
way is to register for our Diploma course. Because we'll teach
you everything you need to know about becoming one. |
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on the course:
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How to earn
money advising businesses.
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How to train corporate staff. It's a lucrative line of
work because once you've designed a training session,
you can repeat it with other businesses - year after
year.
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How to find out what companies need. It's the secret
to winning an assignment.
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How to meet chief executives - and pitch your ideas to
them.
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How to price your services right, so you can get the
maximum income for the least effort.
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How to magnify the apparent size of your consulting business.
You'll also
gain this priceless information:
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What types of advertising and promotion work best for
consultants
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Which are the top 20 management consulting assignments?
And how to execute them.
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How to gain hidden information from client staff that
does the work for you.
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How to build a network of colleagues, enabling you to
offer a wide range of services.
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How to write a consultancy report that gets read and
acted upon.
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How to overcome people's resistance to change. We show
you how to get hostile audiences on your side.
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How to set up a website that generates sales leads.
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How to create powerful sales literature that gets the
phone ringing.
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How to set up your business office. And how to handle
calls when you're on an assignment.
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How to determine what kind of staff you need. And how
to avoid paying unnecessary wages.
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What's the difference between a business coach and
a management consultant?
To
be honest, there isn't much difference. "Management consultant" is a
more established term, while "business coach" is newer. Consultancy
is associated with solving corporate problems, while a business coach
usually works with an individual. A consultant sometimes has a pre-determined
solution, while a coach listens, prods and facilitates change,
Since coaching has become more fashionable, some management consultants
now call themselves business or executive coaches.
But coaches
and consultants do essentially the same job. They identify a company's
problems, discover the cause, and suggest ways to make matters better.
So, should
you be a 'coach' or a 'consultant'? Well, the choice is yours. It depends
on your own preference, and on the needs and preferences of the client.
Some touchy-feely jobs may require you to act in 'coach' mode, while
some hard-edged work may call for the consultancy style.
On
the Diploma course, we equip you with the tools necessary to be both
a coach and a consultant. This means you'll have a wide range of skills
to offer your clients. Plus, you can choose the style of coaching or
consulting that appeal to you, and you can offer the services that you
feel comfortable with.
| The great thing
about management consulting is:
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You work only the hours
you choose to.
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You're no longer under
the control of a boss.
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You keep all the money
you make, rather than making money for shareholders.
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Every day is different
and exciting.
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You learn something from
every client, as well as teaching them things.
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You help other people do
their job better, which is a reward in itself.
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Every success you achieve
is entirely down to you, which makes the satisfaction
that much greater.
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You're free to follow your
own interests, which makes for a more interesting life.
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So, what exactly do management consultants do?
Management
consultants solve companies' problems, and help them do things better.
In fact, whenever a company faces change, or has a problem, you'll find
a management consultant helping them.
Consultants
often specialize in an area they have experience in, such as marketing,
human resources or finance. But as you become more experienced, you'll
grow in confidence, and you'll be able to offer consulting services
across all aspects of management.
That
isn't surprising, because companies often encounter a problem that they
have no expertise in, such as how to move premises, how to make lots
of people redundant, or how to find new agents. And because we give
you our fail safe little black book of management consulting methods,
you'll know how to make it happen.
Why
consultants are in demand
So many
changes are taking place all at once. There's new technology, the internet,
government regulation, competition from China and India - no wonder
managers need help from consultants.
Management consultants are special
Management
consultants are a special breed of people. They're skilled at
analyzing problems, and at breaking down issues into their component
parts.
Consultants
are more intelligent and savvy than most people. And they tend
to prefer working alone. Although they outwardly seem to be full
of confidence and bonhomie, they're often loners who prefer working
alone.
Consultants
have an excellent standard of living. Their work is intellectually
demanding. And they inhabit a world that 's hidden to most people.
Sometimes
they have to face conflict. The arrival of a management consultant
can strike fear into some workforces. And some managers resent
the close relationship that the consultant strikes up with the
chief executive.
But what the staff don't
realize is that the consultant has a special set of skills. This
includes intelligence, impartiality, and a problem solving approach.
that provides a refreshing clarity of thought to senior management.
If that sounds like you, you could be part of that world. |
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Can you analyze business problems?
As a management consultant,
you need to be logical. You must be able to identify
the key issues that lie behind any problem.
You should be level headed,
clear thinking, and not rush to judgment. You also have to be aware
of the politics of any problem. Often managers will suggest solutions
that benefit their own department or hamper another division.
Our case study assignments help you develop
those skills.
Plus we teach you the most
common problems that companies suffer from, and how to resolve them.
It provides a painting by numbers approach that will help you through
your ten first live assignments. After that you'll have gained the confidence
and experience that will let you recognize the issues yourself.
Depending on your background,
some of the problems will be familiar to you. HR people know about problems
relating to recruitment and discipline. Though it's good to get a refresher,
and to see things as a consultant sees them.
Marketing people will recognize problems that
relate to sales decline, lack of exports, or a weakness in customer
service.
And if you're trained in finance, you'll know
about low margins, high overheads, or excessive borrowings.
But since we cover all these topics, you'll
have the confidence to cover all these issues.
And once you've gained this knowledge,
you can deal with any management problem.
In addition,
we'll show you how to set up your own network of colleagues who have
complimentary skills. So if there is a problem that's way outside your
skills, you can bring in a colleague who will be part of your team.
You'll be amazed at how much fun
being a consultant is. Having a client approve your first assignment
is a real thrill. And that's surpassed only by the thrill of receiving
their payment. Imagine getting paid for doing what you enjoy.
Who knows where it could
lead? Perhaps articles in the press about how you saved a business?
Perhaps a phone call from a top consulting firm, offering you a top
job?
Is there much competition?
There's little competition
- because there are few management consultants.
Yet
there's a big demand. Every business big and small can use a consultant.
That's because every organization has some area in which it can improve.
Whether it's increasing sales, cutting excess costs or getting better
technology, every business could improve. And the cost of a consultant
is tiny compared with the savings they can make, the sales increases
they can achieve, and the productivity improvements they can introduce.
But,
let's not kid ourselves, it takes courage to go out and offer your services.
And it takes expertise (which we can teach) to market yourself. If it
was easy, everyone would be doing it. That's why you need the support
of our tutor-based course behind you.
How busy do you want to be?
Some
management consultants like to work just a few hours every week, and
spend the rest of the time writing books or sailing. Others like to
work all hours of the day and night. As a management consultant, you
can easily earn $70,000 (£40,000). Well, you can earn a whole lot more.
The sky's the limit. But a lot of people just want the freedom of working
for themselves.
Many
management consultants enjoy having the time to spend being with their
children. And they get a kick out of being they own boss. We also like
solving problems and seeing businesses really taking off. Does that
include you? So it doesn't really feel like work.
There
are very few costs. You need access to a computer, internet connection,
and a phone. And that's really all you need. Some management consultants
rarely even see clients - the work comes down the telephone or over
the Net! Virtually every penny you earn is profit.
| Why management consultancy is ideal for the mature executive
It's terrible
to admit, but a lot of senior executives find it hard to
get a job - just when they're at the height of their ability.
Why? Because we live in an ageist world, where businesses
prefer to hire young blood.
So if you're
in that predicament, of having lots of knowledge but less
success at finding a job, take seriously the thought of
becoming a self employed management consultant.
Consultancy
is one field where clients aren't surprised to find mature
people - because it helps if the consultant has gained a
lot of prior experience.
And once
you've become a business coach, here's the worst thing you'll
find. You'll be cross that you didn't do this long ago.
Ask any
management consultant, "Would you go back to your previous
job?". And they'll say "No" straightaway. It's the combination
of self-respect, independence and earning power, plus the
freedom from petty bickering and departmental politics,
that makes consultancy so rewarding. |
About the course
The
management consultancy course is carefully designed to show you, step-by-step,
how to become a professional business coach. It also shows you how to
succeed on the business side. It's structured to give you the right
information when you need it, and there's comprehensive documentation
and specialist support material.
Your
assignments will be assessed by one of our experienced, dedicated tutors,
who will be a working management consultant. It means your work is reviewed
in a friendly, supportive and confidential atmosphere before being exposed
to the outside world.
The
course is a complete learning package. It's crammed full of information,
tips and exercises. Everything is beautifully packaged to provide you
with your own permanent reference library which you can consult long
after completing the course.
Constructed
by management consultants, the course incorporates years of experience,
covering every aspect of the management consultancy market. Experience
and knowledge it's taken others decades to accumulate - at your fingertips.
Plus
we add the most common questions and comments from our students.
Having
read this far, you know that you already have the talent and enthusiasm
that's drawn you to this field. Now you'll gain the skills, business
savvy and confidence to stand out. Taking this course will assure your
success as a business coach.
The course is customized, personally for you
Your
course is fully personalized, and tailored to your individual profile
and needs. We carefully evaluate your assignments, and show you how
to improve. We provide advice that you can't get anywhere else, and
we give you the encouragement that you'll need to succeed.
The
courses are based on the real world. By the end of the course, you'll
have met all the main problems that a consultant encounters. So there
won't be any surprises when you face a client.
You'll
also have two advantages over consultants who have learned "on the job".
They have rarely been taught the craft in a systematic way (so they're
less professional); and they rarely know the full range of opportunities
available.
Exclusive information
The
course gives you an invaluable insight into the business coaching world.
You can't find these trade secrets disclosed anywhere else. The course
is distilled from actual experience, to give you the answers to questions
like:
- What
sort of people and organizations need coaches?
- Where
do I find clients?
- How
much do I charge?
- What
paperwork and record-keeping do I need?
- How
do I promote and market my business?
Check the course benefits
Unlike
other organizations, we provide complete coverage of the subject, and
full service. For example, we show you how to market your business on
the Internet.
Plus
you can demand a full refund at any time within 30 days of receiving
your course package - no questions asked. We want our students to be
happy with our course, and with their future in business coaching. Otherwise,
what's the point?
There
are 12 assignments for you to complete, and you get a free coach's manual,
not obtainable elsewhere. You'll have unlimited access to your instructor,
who will give you free advice and suggestions on anything to do with
management consultancy, including your own work.
You can also phone a
Student Advisor at the Institute whenever you want.
And you can take as
long as you want to complete the course. Or you can complete it quickly.
Who signs up for the course?
All kinds of people
decide to register for the course. But typically they are:
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People who want to break out
of corporate life. You may feel your future prospects are restricted,
or the future of the business is uncertain.
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People who are about to retire,
and who are looking for a new challenge.
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People who want the opportunity
to be their own boss, and put their management skills to work. You
may have had a training or HR background.
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Managers who are concerned about
being made redundant, and are seeking a new way forward.
What you'll learn from the course
By the end of the course,
you'll have acquired the following skills:
- You'll understand exactly what a management consultant does,
and be able to do those things.
- You'll have learned the skills, techniques, and "tricks of
the trade" of the professional business coach.
- You'll know how to confidently get profitable business.
When you complete the course
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Once
you complete the course, you'll receive your Diploma. It's the
formal recognition you'll have earned of your skills and knowledge.
You also get to use the letters 'Dip.MC
(Inst.BC)' after your name.
We'll
send information about your success to your local newspapers if
you want. That's a good way of telling potential clients about
your availability.
We'll
put your name on our list of Certified Business Coaches. This
is a source that clients will use to search for a legitimate business
coach. It's valuable exposure, and it could bring you lots of
work.
You can get a
free logo to put on your website and your notepaper. This logo
gives potential clients added confidence in your skills.
And after completing
your course, you'll be able to join the Institute as a member,
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It's time to get started
Having
read this far, you've got what it takes - motivation. Now all you have
to do is get started. Fill out the registration form now, because this
is where the adventure and rewards begin.
You've waited long enough
- why wait any longer? Go ahead and do something for yourself, to make
your dreams a reality.
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You can sign up online, and you'll receive your course within days.
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When
you get the course, read the first module. It has an easy-to-follow
format. Then just plunge in: do the first assignment. It asks you
simply to describe your life, your interests and your aims. Send
it to your tutor for assessment. Your tutor will return it to you
with friendly advice and comments.
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Do
the same for the other modules, until you reach the end of the course.
By then, you'll probably be earning good money as a management consultant.
And you'll be having a great time.
We
look forward to helping you succeed.
With best wishes
Rana Das
Course Director
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