The Certificate and Diploma in Company Direction are based on a blended learning principle - a combination of modules combining short courses with e-learning, making them the most time-efficient way to keep you up to date with the changing responsibilities and liabilities of a director. Individuals are supported along a continuous development path from knowledge acquisition through to the opportunity to explore application of this knowledge in a realistic and relevant environment.

Participants have the option of signing up for the whole programme or may simply elect to undertake individual modules.

Programme Structure

The programme consists of a series of short business orientated courses with expertise provided by specialist course leaders and you. It is action based and participative, and your ideas and experiences are shared with other Directors. Each course provides a forum for discussion and interchange of ideas among the participants. Delegates can take one, several or all of the course titles, leading to the Certificate in Company Direction.

The modules that comprise the programmes are highly participative and involve group work, tutor input and e-learning. Directors join the programme from a range of organisations and all welcome the chance to look at their role from a fresh perspective.

Directors who wish to broaden their experience and understanding rather than acquire a qualification can attend the courses individually, without enrolling onto the programme.

Exam Information

In order for you to schedule completion of your Programme, please note that the examination dates for 2012/13 are:

• 14th March 2012
• 20th June 2012
• 7th November 2012
• 19th & 20th June 2013

Examination Fees:

This is paid direct to the IoD when registering for the examination. Full details will be given to delegates during the programme.

• Certificate Examination: £300 +VAT
• Referral Examination: £150 +VAT

The benefits of blended learning

• The flexibility of e-learning means that you will spend less time
  away from the office
• Blended learning allows you time to reflect on and reinforce
  the face to face learning and link it back to your own organisation
• You are able to direct your learning to times that are most
  convenient to you