If you need to study at a time and place that suits you, the CIPR Advanced Certificate can be studied online with the PR Academy. The syllabus, assessments and resulting qualification are just the same as studying the face-to-face course.
The Online Advanced Certificate course combines an interactive e-learning programme with tutor support and two full days of lectures and workshops in Central London.
Is online study right for me?
You should seriously consider this mode of study if you:
want to network, study and interact with others but need the flexibility to partake remotely, at a place convenient to you
have work or personal commitments that prevent you from attending weekly lectures
are not based near to any of the centres that offer the Advanced Certificate.
How will I learn?
The Online Advanced Certificate uses a range of learning methods, including:
online resources and course notes
conference calls
discussion groups
tutor group forums
Optional workshop sessions in central London and/or another European venue*
guidance on reading lists.
View PR Academy's taster webinar to see how it works.
Start dates
Autumn 2012
The Online Advanced Certificate begins on Wednesday 19 September 2012.
The following supplementary workshops are recommended but are not compulsory:
Wednesday 31 October 2012
Wednesday 27 March 2013
An optional half day critical writing seminar is offered in London on Saturday 27 October 2012.
Winter 2013
The Online Advanced Certificate begins on Tuesday 15 January 2013.
The following supplementary workshops are recommended but are not compulsory:
Tuesday 5 March 2013
Thursday 13 June 2013
An optional half day critical writing seminar is offered in London on Saturday 9 March 2013.
Fees
The total course fee is £2,640. This is split as follows:
CIPR awarding body fee –
£780 (VAT exempt) payable to the CIPR
Payment by instalments is available for self-funding students.
Please email us for further detailsTuition fee –
£1,550 + VAT (£1,860) payable to The PR Academy Ltd. Find out what you get when you study with the PR Academy.
Payment by instalments is available for self-funding students.
Please email PR Academy for further details.
Notes
The above course fees cover a vast range of material, resources and services that are designed to aid and complement your online learning. Find out what's included.
In addition to the course fees specified, CIPR membership is a course requirement and costs £145 for a 15-month membership (3 months more than a standard membership subscription).
What you need to get started
a computer with internet access, Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat Reader
ability to download and use e-books via VitalSource
ability to access Adobe Connect
a headset and microphone for your PC so that you can partake in live webinars
a valid email account
5-6 study hours available each week for the duration of the course.
How do I find out more?
If you want to know more about the Online Advanced Certificate, take a look at our list of frequently asked questions.
If you cannot find the answer to your question, please email the CIPR professional development team or telephone 020 7631 6900.
Apply online
Please remember that places are offered on a first come, first-served basis.
