If you’re studying a CIM professional qualification, you know it can be difficult to balance work, study, and other commitments. This webinar will answer the question many of us have, “How do I find the time to study?’. What you’ll learn: • How to combine study with a busy lifestyle • How CIM will help you to manage your studying • Top learning tips to successfully achieve your qualification This webinar was recorded live on 29 June 2016. Find out more about our qualifications at http://www.cim.co.uk/qualifications. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheCIM Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/CIM_Exchange

1. Red Barrington
Course manager
CIM accredited study centre
Top tips for balancing
work, play, and study
June 2016

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Today’s agenda
■ About you
■ Studying while working
■ Guided learning hours
■ How CIM can support your studies
■ 5 tips for balancing work and study
■ Case studies
■ FAQ

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About you

4. About me
• 15 years’ experience leading digital
marketing and strategy
• 10 years experience with CIM learners
• Course development

5. Studying while working
can be a challenge
• Day job workload and responsibilities
• Family commitments
• Out of work commitments
• Lack of space to study
But…
It’s all about achieving the right balance.

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How long will my qualification take?
Foundation Certificate Diploma Post-Graduate
Level 3 4 6 7
Number of
Modules
2 3 3 4
Assessment
Exam and
assignment
Exam and
assignment
Exam and
assignment
Exam and
assignment
Minimum Length
to Complete
6 months 1 year 1 year 1.5 years

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Variety of
learning methods
To suit you and your
needs.
Bite-sized
modules
Learn at your own
pace.
How CIM Can Support Your Learning
Flexible
assessments
Fit around your
commitments.
MyCIM
resources
Host of study
resources available
any time.

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Bite-sized awards example
CIM Diploma in Professional Marketing

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Top tips for balancing work,
play, and study

10. Schedule study time
• When will studying work best for you?
• Commit to that study time
• Communicate the study time with family
and loved ones

11. Make a plan
• Make a plan – and stick to it!
• Split your study time into easy, bite-sized
chunks
• Your study centre can provide guidance
and often study plans

12. Maximise your commute
• Read text books
• Listen to podcasts
• Read and digest course notes

13. Keep yourself motivated
• Remember what you will gain from all your
hard work
• Reward yourself for completing small
goals

14. Save Time for Relaxation
• Possibly the most important!
• Put regular time aside to relax and do the
things you enjoy

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What if…?

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What if…?
■ I am struggling to find time to study?
■ I leave or change jobs?
■ I’m half way through my assignment and my workload dramatically increases in my
job?
■ I feel overwhelmed?
■ I have a personal emergency?

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Case studies

18. Student one
• CIM Diploma in Professional Marketing
graduate
• Chartered Marketer

19. Student two
• Certificate in Professional Marketing
graduate

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Next Steps
Find a study centre
cim.co.uk/qualifications/study-centres/

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Q&A

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