Credit Management

Credit Management

About the Credit Management Certificate

Control of credit policies is essential to the success of any organisation, be it private, public, or not-for-profit. Understanding the nature of credit, acceptable credit risks, what instrument are available, and how credit policy is necessary to a sound sales management strategy is crucial to the healthy operation of any business setup.

Here at learndirect we understand our students need to fit their home study around other commitments. As such, you can take the time you need to complete this credit management skills course. It is recommended to allow at least 1 or 2 hours of study time for each assessment paper, but there are no time pressures.

Who should study this course?

Anyone working in the financial sector, or with an understanding of business operations would draw use from this credit management skills role. However, this course is not limited to experienced professionals. Entrepreneurial teenagers have learnt early on that investments in stock markets can be very profitable. If this is something you would like to learn about, this credit management course could be the first step towards a better understanding of finances.

None of our courses require prior experience or qualifications. To successfully complete this course all you need is a means to access the online study materials and the motivation to finish it.

What happens after the course?

At the end of this distance learning course you will be able to recognise risk, develop a sound financial understanding and be able to sift through extensive research to make a competent risk analysis. You can further your studies with a higher education degree in risk management, or study something complementary such as law. You could even take up a certification in credit risk, or mortgage banking.

Finance careers are among the most lucrative. Whether you stick to the credit management course, or decide to complement it with an additional qualification, there are plenty of options for people interested in this field:

• Credit management consultant
• Credit risk analyst
• Credit control analyst

For more information about this course, give us a call on this number: 01202 006 464

Modules

The nature of credit

Bases of credit

Mercantile credit

Assessment of credit risk

Credit control

The credit department

Instruments

Money

Credit policy

Buying associations

Customers

Short-term finance

Insurance

Credit cards

For a more detailed syllabus on this course, click here

Entry Requirements

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Credit Management.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

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