CPD for international organisations
We work with businesses and organisations across the world to develop and deliver high quality, bespoke training programmes.
Choosing us for your Continuing Professional Development
Our training programmes are gaining momentum all over the world amongst a wide variety of organisations.
Whether you are a university, a business or another type of organisation, our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Unit provides a dedicated service to help you access the right professional training for your staff.
How we will help you
We will listen and work in partnership with you, from identification of your training requirement, through to course design, delivery and beyond. Working in partnership with us ensures you have the best opportunity to engage with the University in all that it offers.
Our team of experts at the CPD Unit are here to provide you with a gateway to access the huge range of expertise available across the University. We will guide you through the process, facilitating the translation of research and knowledge into practical, impactful training activities.
Whether it is a week-long customised programme delivered here in Cardiff, a short course delivered in your country, or a long-term, residential professional development activity, we have the experience to develop and deliver quality learning solutions.
Our service spans the full range of requirements from initial proposal discussions through to meticulous planning of the delivery of your training. This includes offering advice and services relating to accommodation – private residences or University residences, transportation from airport, visits to businesses/ organisations to enhance the learning experience, cultural activities and student support.
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As a truly international university, we understand the challenges and opportunities that globalisation brings, and we know that working collaboratively to share knowledge is the key to success and sustainability.
We have developed many partnerships and strategic relationships around the world, and we have a thriving international community, with over 7,900 students and 25% of our academic staff choosing Cardiff for study, research or work.
As globalisation increases, training and re-training staff is likely to become even more vital; we are experienced in supporting organisations to develop and deliver courses for global challenges – the opportunities of AI and big data, how to develop the next generation of teachers and technology leaders, the future of our cities or tackling the health inequalities and identifying the causes of disease.
The University offers programmes in a wide variety of subjects. These are some of the subjects that can be developed into bespoke training programmes.
If you would like to discuss how working with us can benefit your business, please call or email us for an initial informal chat or complete our bespoke requirements form.
Big data, AI, Data Innovation
Cyber Security |
Big Data |
Data Science |
Catalysis |
Compound Semiconductor Electronics |
Photonics |
Chemical Safety |
Blockchain |
Education and training
Innovative teaching and pedagogical practices |
Professional development for archaeologists (classroom and lab work) |
Conservation including care of museum or heritage collections |
Teaching of music |
Business and leadership
Government and public policy leadership |
Public sector leadership and management |
Smart Logistics for Supply Chain |
Fintech |
Leadership and management within educational institutions |
Embedding innovation |
Corporate and financial governance |
Supply Chain Management |
Communication across cultures |
Leadership and management |
Digital leadership |
Operations management |
High performing teams |
HR and performance management |
Finance management |
Strategic management |
Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning
Energy Management |
Building and Infrastructure |
Information Modelling (BIM) |
Smart Cities |
Low Carbon Design and Architecture |
Structural Geology |
Sustainable Transport |
Transport Analysis |
Eco-City Planning and Development |
Governance of Eco-City development |
Sustainable Food Systems |
Renewable Energy Development and Planning |
Media, Communication, Journalism
Media Training and Relations |
Public Relations (PR) |
Digital and Social Media |
Digital Marketing |
Copywriting and Business Writing |
SEO |
Google Ads, Google Analytics |
Law and Ethics
Forensic Linguistics |
The use of language in the law |
The use of language in medicine / medical communication / nursing handovers |
Applied ethics |
Culture, language
Intercultural awareness |
Translation |
Africa and the role of NGOs |
Industrial relations in European countries |
Feminist theory and women's rights in the Middle East |
Creative interest and heritage as an industry |
Music and public engagement |
Medicine and Healthcare
Medicinal Chemistry |
Diabetes |
Palliative Care |
Genetics |
Dermatology |
Surgical Practice |
Therapeutics |
Wound Healing and Tissue Repair |
Mathematical Modelling for Healthcare Analytics |
Quality and patient safety |
Clinical skills |
Nursing |
Midwifery |
Physiotherapy |
The use of language in medicine / medical communication / nursing handovers |
Dental
Clinical Dentistry |
Implantology |
Orthodontics |
Tissue Engineering |
Optometry
Clinical Optometry |
Therapeutic Prescribing for Optometrists |
Eye Care Governance |
Glaucoma |
Pharmacy
Inhaling techniques |
Clinical Pharmacy |
Prescribing |
Psychology
Neuroimaging |
Children's Psychological Disorders |
Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies |
Our programmes are bespoke and tailored to your specific requirements. We can work with you to create a purely educational training programme, or we can suggest a range of cultural activities to enhance your visit to Wales.
Our experienced team can also arrange additional services, as required. For example, we can arrange library access and tours, IT access, student support services, pastoral care sessions (for example, drop-in sessions each week), tours of University facilities, networking with academic staff relevant to your organisation or specialism.
We often arrange cultural events and excursions for international programmes. Recent examples include tours and trips to:
- Cardiff’s Principality Stadium
- St Fagans National Museum of History
- Tredegar, birthplace of Aneurin Bevan, the founder of the NHS
- The Senedd, the main public building of the National Assembly for Wales
- The Big Pit museum
We can also arrange other events, such as:
- Networking opportunities at formal dinners and events, held at prestigious locations in Cardiff such as Cardiff Museum and Cardiff Castle
- Theatre visits.
Our team at the CPD Unit will work with you to understand your exact requirements and present personalised proposal and full up-front costings. For guidance, we have provided some illustrative costs below for both short and long bespoke professional development programmes.
Programmes of two weeks or less in length will typically cost between £3,000 - £4,500 per day (for up to 15 delegates) for the development and delivery of a fully bespoke unaccredited programme at Cardiff University. This includes delegate accommodation, lunch and refreshments for the delivery days, and use of training facilities.
Longer programmes, such as a three-month programme, will typically cost between £3,000 - £4,000 per delegate per month for the development and delivery of a fully bespoke unaccredited programmes at Cardiff University. There will usually be a minimum number of 15 delegates for longer programmes. Longer programmes will often include orientation, course-related visits, English language sessions (if needed), and cultural activities. This includes delegate accommodation and use of training facilities.
Please contact us to discuss your specific requirements and we will be pleased to work with you to create a bespoke proposal for your organisation.
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