A recent posting on The Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) web listing of IHBC-recognised CPD providers is University Campus Suffolk, in Ipswich, recognised particularly for its specialist focus on business management and support training for the heritage sector, and with its current diploma and BA(Hons) course ‘Management for the Heritage Sector‘ still offering places.
Dr Ian Baxter, Division Head at UCS, said: ‘At UCS we want to work on heritage projects, advocacy, teaching and research that ‘makes a difference’ in society – whether it be the visitor experience, the social and economic impact, or the business processes. We’ve been appointing staff and visiting fellows who are recognised agents of change in the sector, and ambitiously want UCSheritage to become a recognised centre of expertise’.
‘Our Heritage Management course focuses on developing the unique business and management skills required for practitioners in the industry. It has a strong element of practical work based learning opportunities and projects provided by relevant organisations from the public, private and not-for-profit heritage sectors.’
‘Most importantly, the course has been designed so that it can be accessed flexibly around employment or other commitments. It is delivered in study blocks, enabling students nationally and internationally to access individual modules spread through the year, by attending concentrated taught sessions and engaging with online tutorial support for ongoing discussion and assessment completion. Individual modules can also be taken by students who want to enhance their business skills via continuing professional development. The course leader can advise students on options available, module delivery dates and structure.’
For enquiries from applicants who would like to join sessions starting soon contact Anita Beresford-Webb (course leader): a.beresfordwebb@ucs.ac.uk
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