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Birmingham – heart of the Midlands
Birmingham, located in the West Midlands region of England, is the second-largest city in the United Kingdom by population, with an estimated 1.14 million residents (2023).
Birmingham is a cultural, social, and economic hub that plays a critical role in the nation’s development.
Known as the “City of a Thousand Trades” due to its industrial heritage, Birmingham has transformed into a vibrant metropolis with a diverse population. The city is a melting pot of cultures, with over 40% of its population identifying as belonging to an ethnic minority group.
Historically, Birmingham was a key player in the Industrial Revolution, with advancements in manufacturing, engineering, and trade emanating from the city.
Today, its importance extends beyond industry; it is a leading center for commerce, education, and culture. Birmingham boasts iconic landmarks such as the Bullring shopping center, the Library of Birmingham, and the Symphony Hall. Its cultural institutions include the Birmingham Royal Ballet and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery.
The city is also renowned for its connectivity. Located at the heart of the UK’s transport network, Birmingham serves as a vital link between northern and southern regions of England. The Birmingham Airport and planned High-Speed 2 (HS2) railway project further enhance its strategic importance.
Additionally, the city’s annual events, such as the Birmingham International Jazz Festival, attract tourists and business visitors alike, making it a cornerstone of the UK’s tourism and business ecosystems.
Key Industries in Birmingham
Birmingham has evolved into a dynamic economy supported by a diverse range of industries, including financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, and digital technology. The city’s Gross Value Added (GVA) was approximately £30 billion in 2022, underscoring its significance to the UK economy. Key Industries include:
- Financial Services: The Colmore Business District is home to numerous financial institutions, including HSBC’s UK headquarters. This sector provides thousands of jobs in banking, insurance, and asset management.
- Manufacturing and Advanced Engineering: Building on its industrial legacy, Birmingham excels in advanced manufacturing and engineering, particularly in automotive production. Companies such as Jaguar Land Rover operate near the city, supporting an extensive supply chain.
- Technology and Digital Media: Birmingham has a burgeoning tech sector, with innovation hubs and start-ups focusing on software development, AI, and cybersecurity. The Birmingham Innovation Campus is a testament to the city’s commitment to fostering technological advancements.
- Healthcare and Life Sciences: The city hosts leading healthcare providers and research institutions, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and the University of Birmingham’s Medical School.
High Paying Jobs in Birmingham
Birmingham’s job market is robust and diverse, attracting professionals from various sectors. Here are some of the most sought-after roles and their indicative annual salaries:
- Financial Analyst: £40,000–£60,000
- Software Developer:£35,000–£55,000
- Civil Engineer: £40,000–£65,000
- Healthcare Consultant: £45,000–£75,000
- Manufacturing Engineer: £30,000–£50,000
- Digital Marketing Manager: £40,000–£70,000
The rise of remote working and digital transformation has further expanded opportunities for professionals in Birmingham, with many companies offering hybrid work models.
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Demand for Business and Management Education
The city’s strong academic reputation is one of the key drivers of its economy, and its universities consistently attract both domestic and international students.
Birmingham is a prominent center for higher education, home to several world-class universities and colleges. These institutions not only attract local and international students but also contribute to the city’s intellectual capital and workforce development. Key Institutions include:
- University of Birmingham: A member of the prestigious Russell Group, it is known for its high-quality research and teaching. Its Birmingham Business School is one of the oldest in the UK and offers globally recognized programs in business and management.
- Aston University: Renowned for its focus on business, technology, and enterprise, Aston University’s Business School is triple-accredited and emphasizes practical learning.
- Birmingham City University (BCU): BCU offers a range of programs designed to equip students with real-world skills in management, entrepreneurship, and creative industries.
The local universities maintain strong ties with industries, offering internships, placements, and career support services. Graduates benefit from excellent employability prospects, with many securing roles in leading firms headquartered in Birmingham and beyond.
Management Training Birmingham
Explore the extensive range of business, leadership and management courses and professional credentials offered by Global Management Academy to busy professionals in Birmingham.
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Popular Business and Management Courses in Birmingham
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Certificate in Budgeting and Cost Management
The Global Certificate in Budgeting and Cost Management provides first-line managers and business owners with the essential knowledge to be able to develop and manage business budgets, and analyze and control the costs within the organization. |
$260
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Writing a Business Case
This practical course takes you through a systematic process of writing a financial case which provides convincing justification, for proposed investment in new equipment, new systems, acquisitions, major projects, and innovations. |
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Certificate in Financial Management
The Certificate in Financial Management is designed for Middle Managers seeking to gain a comprehensive understanding of the core principles of accounting and finance management used in organizations today. You will learn about budget development and management, the core principles of accounting and how to use and interpret the profit and loss and cash flow statements, and the balance sheet, to inform management decision making, and make the financial case for major capital decisions. |
$280
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Certificate in Business Administration
The Global Certificate in Business Administration is an intensive suite of 5 courses, designed to enable experienced first-line managers to develop the knowledge and skills with which to enter and succeed in a business administration role. |
$325
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Certificate in Corporate Governance
The Professional Certificate in Corporate Governance comprises 4 courses, and provides managers and company directors with the essential knowledge to be able to develop strategy, processes and systems to better manage corporate governance, reduce risk and ensure successful and harmonious relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external to the organization. |
$280
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Accounting Foundations
This comprehensive course is designed for managers and staff who require a detailed understanding of accounting - including non-financial managers and executives, budget holders, accounts personnel and support staff working with accounts. |
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Certificate in Enterprise Management
Comprising 4 courses and 80 hours of online learning, this program is designed for experienced middle and senior managers tasked with improving enterprise performance and introducing best practices in managing and optimizing the financial, operational and human resources in the enterprise. |
$300
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Certificate in Business Planning and Development
This Certificate in Business Development program will enable small and new business owners and manager to assess your business markets, and identify, evaluate and develop business opportunities. Learn how to develop a business plan and marketing plan, and organize the human and physical resources required to successfully launch your new business venture. |
$325
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Diploma in Business Administration
The Global Professional Diploma in Business Administration is a comprehensive suite of 10 courses, designed to enable experienced first-line and middle managers to develop the knowledge and skills with which to successfully lead and manage the administration of business unit activities, finances and human resources. |
$549
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Develop a Business Plan
The Global Business Planning course will enable you to develop a complete business plan, with associated business financials. Your plan will enable you to justify the cost-effectiveness of your budgeting, and submit requests for financing, whether bank or venture capital investment. |
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Financial Analysis and Decision Making
Designed for managers in non-financial roles, this course will equip you with the knowledge to interpret financial statements easily, and to participate with confidence in management meetings and dialogue on the financial planning and performance of the organization. |
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Finance Management for Senior Managers
This course provides experienced managers with the knowledge to analyze the main financial statements, and to interpret financial performance using a wide range of key financial ratios, enabling you to make informed contributions to strategic financial and investment decision making at the senior management level within the organization. |
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Certificate in Budgeting and Cost Management
The Global Certificate in Budgeting and Cost Management provides first-line managers and business owners with the essential knowledge to be able to develop and manage business budgets, and analyze and control the costs within the organization. |
$260
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Certificate in Managing Conflict, Bullying and Harassment
The Professional Certificate in Managing Conflict, Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace provides supervisors and managers with essential tools and strategies to handle these challenges proactively and confidently. You will learn how to prevent and resolve conflicts, identify and address harmful behaviors, and foster a culture of respect and inclusion. |
$165
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Certificate in Corporate Social Responsibility
The Professional Certificate in Corporate Social Responsibility comprises 3 courses, and has been designed to provide business leaders and managers with the essential knowledge to be able to develop CSR strategy, processes and systems to enhance the reputation and profile of the organization to key stakeholders and the business and wider communities in which it operates. |
$225
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Developing a Balanced Scorecard
The Balanced Scorecard has been one of the most influential strategic management tools developed over the past 30 years. Learn about the strategic fit of the balanced scorecard and the core elements and practices required to successfully implement a scorecard framework within your organization. You will learn how to apply the balanced scorecard to your strategic planning and how to use the framework to map strategy and create alignment between the core drivers of performance in your business. In addition, you will learn how to develop scorecards using KRA's and KPI's and how to develop scorecards for different functional units and activities in the organization. |
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Building an Effective Team
Learn how to build an effective team using the best practice Tuckman model, and create a cohesive and motivated team focused on goal achievement and high performance. |
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Effective Delegation and Empowerment
On completion of this course, you will be able to improve productivity and efficiency in your business unit, through effective, intelligent and planned delegation of work and business activities. |
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Effective Decision Making and Problem Solving
In this course, you will learn how to apply a range of techniques to define problems, identify root causes, and identify and analyze potential solutions to determine their efficacy. This includes learning how to use a number of risk and costs benefits analysis techniques. You will also learn how to plan for the successful implementation. |
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Managing for Efficiency and Effectiveness
This comprehensive online management course is designed to help experienced supervisors and new middle managers improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their team or business unit. Learn how to set performance standards, measure performance and progress and achieve enhanced control and accountability. |
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FAQ
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A Management Credential from Global Management Academy is awarded for completion of a series of courses across a range of Management Competencies (based on the G-IAM) internationally recognized competency framework.
Candidates first enrol in their chosen level of management, and on completion of a set number of courses qualify for Management Credentials.
A Global Management Academy Professional Credential is awarded for completion of a series of courses within a specific business or management skill set.
On completion of a set number of courses, candidates will qualify for the Professional Management Credentials.
A Global Management Academy Digital credential is the acknowledgement that you have invested time in developing your skills. Global Digital credentials comprise digital badges and certificates, and the technology to promote your achievements, and showcase your knowledge and skills across social media platforms, and with your employer and recruitment platforms.
Global credentials are verifiable using secure blockchain technologies.
On completion of all Global courses, you will be able to download and print a completion certificate. The Certificate will also detail your acquired CPD hours from the course of study.
On completion of your Management Credential Program, you will recieve Digital Certification and a Digital Badge from Global Management Academy on the Accredible.net Blockchain verified digital certification platform. You will be able to share you achievements on multiple social media and career sites.
Learners are free to complete their learning at their own pace. On average, learners take 2 to 3 months to complete a Certificate Program, up to 5 months to complete a Diploma and up to 8 months to complete an Advanced Diploma.
Assessment in GMA Credential programs takes the form of Online-quizzes (normally 3 in each course). Each quiz has a pass mark of 70% and you can take the quizzes as many times as you wish.
All Global Management Academy courses and programs are delivered through Online Learning through the Global E-Learning Portal. Each course comprises:
- Online Lectures and interactive learning
- Online Videos
- Online Quizzes
- Downloadable Learning Manuals (80 pages +)
- Additional downloadable workbooks, articles, and case studies.
Each course in the Global Academy carries a number of credits, which demonstrate the amount of study time you have put into your learning. 1 credit is equal to 10 hours of learning. Therefore, if a course has 2 credits, it will take approximately 20 hours of study to complete.
In addition to the online learning, you will have access to downloadable learning manuals and associated case studies, workbooks and management resources for each course.
You will receive continuous email and phone support from your tutor throughout your program.
YES! Your membership package includes lifetime access to any Digital Credentials you achieve, even if you have ended your Academy subscription.
If you are not satisfied with your Academy within the first 7 days of purchase, we will refund your money (no questions asked).
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