HOME / SHORT COURSES

Short Courses (CPD)

CPD-certified short courses in AI, digital marketing, data and finance – learn practical skills in weeks.

10 programs
AI Mastery course cover
03 months

AI Mastery

AI Mastery is a practical, non-technical programme designed to help professionals understand, evaluate, and apply Artificial Intelligence in real business and workplace contexts. The programme focuses on how AI is actually used across organisations — including generative AI, large language models, prompt engineering, productivity tools, decision support systems, no-code AI solutions, and responsible AI adoption. Rather than teaching theory or coding, this course equips learners with practical AI literacy and applied skills that can be used immediately in professional environments. Learners will work on real-world business scenarios and complete a final applied AI use case. By the end of the programme, participants will be able to confidently use AI tools, assess AI opportunities and risks, and design AI-enabled solutions aligned with organisational needs.

Digital Marketing & Analytics Essentials course cover
4 weeks

Digital Marketing & Analytics Essentials

This hands-on short course introduces learners to the fundamentals of digital marketing and analytics in an easy-to-understand, practical format. It is designed to build confidence in using essential digital tools, interpreting key metrics, and creating data-informed campaigns. Learners will understand how to plan, execute, track, and optimise marketing activities based on real performance insights.

Finance Literacy course cover
6 weeks

Finance Literacy

Financial literacy isn't a class you take once — it's a set of habits you build early. The sooner you learn to think about money like an operator, the further your career will take you.

Level 7 specialist study  in Taxation for Business and Individuals ( 20 credits  ) course cover
2 months

Level 7 specialist study in Taxation for Business and Individuals ( 20 credits )

Develop your understanding of taxation for businesses and individuals through focused Level 7 study. This specialist unit is relevant to accounting and finance professionals seeking to strengthen their taxation knowledge. The unit also forms part of the ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Finance. Standalone registration, certification and credit transfer arrangements must be confirmed with ATHE. athe.co.uk

AI for HR course cover
6 weeks

AI for HR

What You’ll Gain Practical, real-world skills Confidence using industry tools Job-relevant knowledge A professional certificate to add to your CV Skills you can apply immediately in your work, business, or studies Who This Short Course Is For This short course is designed for anyone who wants to upgrade practical skills quickly — whether you’re a student, a fresh A/L graduate, an HND learner, or someone already working. It’s ideal for individuals who want to gain hands-on knowledge, strengthen their CV, and stay competitive in today’s fast-changing job market.

AI for Marketing Professionals course cover
4 weeks

AI for Marketing Professionals

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way modern brands plan, create, and optimise their marketing. This hands-on CPD short course introduces learners to practical AI applications used in real marketing environments — from content creation and design to targeting, analytics, and full campaign development. Learners will work directly with tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini AI, Claude, Canva AI, and AdCreative.ai, applying them step-by-step to real marketing tasks.