There are no entry requirements for the standard Diploma, just a passion to learn more about Digital Marketing from the people who are doing it every day. For the Advanced Diploma, one or more of the following is required to gain entry onto this qualification: any CIM Level 3 Foundation or Introductory Certificate, any relevant Level 3 qualification, any UK/Irish degree, equivalent of the International Baccalaureate (equivalent to NQF Level 3 and above), professional practice (suggested one year in a marketing role) and diagnostic assessment onto Level 4. Call us to discuss.

The Advanced Diploma consists about 70 learning hours, usually completed over 6 months while working full time. Tutors will review mock exams or assignments submitted and run group feedback sessions. On average, you'll have one meet up with the tutor every two months or so. There is a forum where students can interact with each other.

The Diploma in Digital Marketing is much shorter than the Advanced Diploma. It contains far less assessment and there is not the opportunity to sit the CIM level 4 Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing. Have a look at our Pricing page as this will explain exactly what the main differences are.

There are knowledge assessments throughout the course content of the Advanced Diploma. In order to achieve the CIM Level 4 Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing, you will need to book and sit a 2 hour multiple choice exam and submit two assessments with the CIM directly.

You will receive the certificate for the standard and the Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing from Learning Force. Furthermore, if you successfully complete the relevant exams and assessments from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, you will receive a Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing (Ofqual Level 4 in the UK, equivalent to NFQI Level 6 in Ireland). There is a virtual graduation ceremony for the Learning Force programmes. Go to the Pricing page to explore the differences between the qualifications in depth.

The aim is that you will be both educated and engaged by the Learning Force student experience. If you opt to gain CIM qualification, there is tutor support for the Level 4 Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing (CIM) as well as the opportunity to converse with your class mates. The optional Pitch Club module is an exciting opportunity to hone your presentation skills. Something you can lean on for your current role or at your next interview. Learning Force is here to help you learn and thrive.

Learning Force understands that good education programmes cost money but that they are also a worthwhile investment in your future. Therefore we have flexible payment options for the Advanced Diploma. Of course you can pay in instalments. Talk to us to find out more.

Should you wish to gain the CIM Level 4 Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing, there is an assessment fee of £450. You also need to become a CIM Studying Member, the annual fee for which is £65. All this equates to around €650, currency rate dependent. Remember, you must successfully complete the exam and assessments to achieve CIM qualification