Claire Lister with students at Pitman Training
Claire Lister, Pitman Training MD with students discussing course options

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Pitman Training puts ball in entrepreneur's court with launch of 'DIY Diplomas'

As part of their celebration of enterprise and in support of entrepreneurs worldwide, Pitman Training has created a bespoke diploma for entrepreneurs and fast-growth business owners who are keen to fill their skills gaps to help them progress to the next level.

As part of celebrating their 180th year, and their continued commitment to supporting the nation in achieving their dreams, Pitman has created this unique ‘Professional Development Diploma’ to enable entrepreneurs to tailor make their own courses, to suit their individual development needs.

British Business Superbrand™ Pitman Training has been leading the way in efficiency within the workplace since Sir Isaac Pitman’s invention of shorthand in 1837 and now Pitman trains around 25,000 individuals each year, achieving an unparalleled completion rate of 98%.

Pitman Training offer a wide array of subjects ranging from accountancy, IT, web design, social media through to our most widely recognised Office and Administration training - all accredited by The CPD Standard Office.

Here is a taster of some of the courses you could choose;

  • Business Start-up - If you’re an entrepreneur and thinking of setting up your own business, this course will ensure you have the professional skills and know-how to make the process as seamless as possible.
  • Accountancy Courses - whether you’re looking to become an Accounts Assistant, Payroll Clerk, or simply need to add financial record management knowledge to your skillset, Pitman have the accountancy training courses to suit you.
  • Marketing – explore the key marketing mix principles with Pitman’s Marketing Essentials, Marketing Principles and Practice and Marketing Mix courses. If you’re looking to improve your digital marketing skills, sign up to our Social Media or the Professional Certification in Digital Marketing courses to learn how to use multiple digital marketing platforms effectively.

Pitman Group M.D Claire Lister said: “As a company we are passionate about helping individuals structure their next steps and our centres across the world are committed to supporting students to be the best they can be. Over our 180 years, Pitman Training has continued to evolve, incorporating modern technologies and advances in order to arm students with the skills they need to progress in their careers.

“With millions in the UK unleashing their enterprising talents and turning their ideas into reality, we believe that bespoke training will help individuals prioritise the skills and areas which need to be addressed. This new training opportunity will be tailor-made specifically to fit the needs of them as an individual and also within the context of their business or organisation.”

Pitman Training is the UK’s most established, franchised training provider, helping the nation transform careers and change lives through self-paced vocational training. Specialists in Office, IT, Administration, Finance and Business skills training.

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