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Alpha Academy is one of the leading online course providers in the UK with a strong reputation for success to date. At present, it offers a huge range of online courses - over 1 000 to learners from all over the world - aimed at facilitating professional development.

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Managing Corporate Finance in a Financial Downturn
1.5-3 hrs 2,000 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe the basics of corporate finance
  • Define major, essential and widely used corporate financial principles and terms
  • Explain the fundamentals of budgeting
  • Describe capital budgeting as a corporate financial tool in detail
  • Discuss financial risk-return tradeoff along with its key metrics
  • Recognise the tools & techniques of corporate finance elements like project analysis and evaluation and financial risks
  • Explain how to plan your finances to shield your business from recession
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Financial Management
Managing Corporate Finance in a Financial Downturn
1.5-3 hrs
2000 enrolled
Food Safety and Hygiene
1.5-3 hrs 58,113 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify foods with a high risk of contamination and individuals vulnerable to contaminated food
  • Outline the responsibilities of a food supervisor
  • Explain the importance of a food safety management system (FSMS)
  • Classify causes of food poisoning
  • Define ‘cross-contamination’
  • Recall methods for preventing food contamination
  • Illustrate the importance of temperature control to food safety
  • Identify some tools for monitoring food and kitchen temperature
  • Outline some proven methods of preventing food spoilage
  • Describe some considerations for designing functional catering premises
  • Identify some common pests that are likely to contaminate food
  • Describe the training requirements for different kinds of staff in a catering organization
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Food Safety
Food Safety and Hygiene
1.5-3 hrs
58113 enrolled
Understanding Homeopathy
1.5-3 hrs 5,451 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe the homeopathic system of medicine in detail
  • Describe the principles and practices of homeopathy
  • Explain the treatment procedure and remedies of homeopathy
  • Explain the approach and practice of homeopathy on the human body and anatomical system
  • Recognise homeopathic remedies and their application for different conditions and purposes
  • Describe the process of patient care and steps taken by a homeopath
  • Discuss the application of homeopathy at present and its role in the future
  • Describe the benefits of homeopathy
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Health
Understanding Homeopathy
1.5-3 hrs
5451 enrolled
First Aid Procedures in the Workplace
1.5-3 hrs 4,437 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe the level of injuries in a workplace
  • Discuss the benefits of first aid and that of a first aider
  • Identify the factors to be considered when assessing first aid requirements in a workplace
  • List the equipment and materials inside a first aid box and a first aid room
  • Recognize the dos and don’ts of a first aider
  • Discuss the use of bandaging in first aid
  • Outline the guidelines for quality compression in CPR
  • Summarize the processes involved in ‘rescue breathing’
  • State the function of insulin in the human body
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Health and Safety
First Aid Procedures in the Workplace
1.5-3 hrs
4437 enrolled
Basics of Corporate Finance
1.5-3 hrs 5,228 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define corporate finance and explain the ultimate purpose of corporate finance
  • List the important activities that govern corporate finance
  • Discuss the importance of a financial manager
  • Define and outline the objectives of financial planning
  • Discuss the financial planner code of ethics and professional responsibility
  • Compute the financial statement analysis and cash flow statement analysis
  • Explain risk management and the process of managing financial risk
  • Identify major types of risks
  • Identify the basic investment objectives
  • Discuss the features of Google Analytics and how it works
  • Describe the most important metrics for financial advisors
  • Recall how to use Google Analytics as a financial advisor
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Finance
Basics of Corporate Finance
1.5-3 hrs
5228 enrolled
Basics of Events Management
1.5-3 hrs 12,247 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe the fundamentals of event planning
  • Discuss the roles and responsibilities of an event planner
  • Identify and define different types of events
  • Explain the planning process required to host a successful event
  • Describe how to organise an event
  • Describe how to organise various staff and delegate tasks to them effectively
  • Describe post-event activities
  • Explain how to handle event processes like vendor management, marketing and catering
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Hospitality Management
Basics of Events Management
1.5-3 hrs
12247 enrolled
Strategic Planning and Market Analysis
1.5-3 hrs 3,163 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify the processes involved in formal strategic planning
  • State the importance and primary output of strategic planning
  • Explain the concept of robust strategy
  • Outline the various breakdowns of customer analysis
  • Recall the main components of a mission statement
  • Define ‘market analysis’ as it applies in market segmentation
  • Recall the various types of market segmentation
  • List and explain the various types of marketing
  • Identify the various types of assets with examples
  • State the importance of informal search
  • Summarise the procedures of the ‘PESTLE’ analysis
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Market Research
Strategic Planning and Market Analysis
1.5-3 hrs
3163 enrolled
Understanding Epidemiology – Principles and Concepts
1.5-3 hrs 5,051 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define ‘Epidemiology’
  • Outline the uses of Epidemiology
  • Recall some classifications of study design
  • Discuss aspects of epidemiological study design
  • Identify disease types
  • Explain the importance of studying disease variations
  • Define ‘disease clusters’
  • Outline the steps involved in investigating disease outbreaks
  • Identify some measures of risk and disease frequency
  • Discuss some methods for disease prevention
  • Explain the role of Epidemiology in public health and disease prevention
  • Summarise the epidemiological concept of population
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Health
Understanding Epidemiology – Principles and Concepts
1.5-3 hrs
5051 enrolled
Basic Accounting Concepts
1.5-3 hrs 15,017 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define ‘accounting’
  • Explain the importance of accounting in a business
  • Discuss the ‘accrual’ concept
  • Identify some accounting standards
  • Compare accounting and bookkeeping
  • Describe a balance sheet
  • State the importance of financial statements
  • Explain the accounting equation
  • Compare the cash flow statement and balance sheet
  • Identify the formula for calculating net profit
  • Distinguish between control and planning
  • Explain the importance of external auditing
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Accounting
Basic Accounting Concepts
1.5-3 hrs
15017 enrolled
How to Plan and Organise a Party
1.5-3 hrs 2,321 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe all the steps and techniques for organising parties that are memorable for clients, friends, or family
  • Identify all the steps and functions needed to start your party planning business
  • Describe the different types of parties and their respective objectives, elements, budgeting, and marketing
  • Define the roles, responsibilities, and skills of a successful party planner
  • Explain how to manage party elements like vendors, themes, food, beverages, and the venue
  • Discuss the best strategies and tips to attract potential clients for your party planning business
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Event Planning
How to Plan and Organise a Party
1.5-3 hrs
2321 enrolled
Introduction to Crochet
1.5-3 hrs 10,874 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • List the basic requirements of crochet
  • Identify some common thoughts about crochet
  • Recall the equipment that is used for crochet
  • Define ‘crochet yarn’ and identify the types of yarn
  • Explain the three basic types of fibres
  • Discuss the process of hand stitching
  • Distinguish between the various crochet techniques
  • Describe the procedure for beads on single and double crochet
  • Discuss the concepts of quality control, quality assurance and quality circles
  • Explain the benefits of quality control
  • Discuss how to understand customer expectations and needs
  • Explain the Kano model of customer satisfaction and describe how to measure customer satisfaction
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Sewing
Introduction to Crochet
1.5-3 hrs
10874 enrolled
Introduction to Emotional Intelligence
1.5-3 hrs 6,935 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Summarise the principles of emotional intelligence
  • Recall the steps towards mastering the art of self-management
  • Explain the importance of innovation in the workplace
  • Define and list some common emotions
  • Discuss some of the effective communication tips
  • Identify events that may likely trigger anger
  • Recall the various cognitive responses to anger
  • Outline the various grounds of self-leadership
  • Explain the importance of optimism in the workplace
  • State the factors to be considered when meeting someone for the first time
  • Recall the steps involved in assessing a situation
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Mental Health
Introduction to Emotional Intelligence
1.5-3 hrs
6935 enrolled
Understanding Human Behaviour
1.5-3 hrs 5,577 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define what human behaviour is and recognise its importance and benefits
  • Describe the psychological processes and factors behind human behaviour
  • Explain the evolution of human behaviour through natural, social and biological perspectives and products
  • Define ‘human intelligence’ and its related theories
  • Describe in detail intelligence tests and all the related components
  • Explain learning and analyse its types and behavioural impacts
  • Describe language with its structure and theories, thoughts and other characteristics influencing it
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Emotional Intelligence
Understanding Human Behaviour
1.5-3 hrs
5577 enrolled
Introduction to Quality Management and Systems
1.5-3 hrs 4,958 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Discuss the importance of quality
  • Define ‘total quality management’
  • Recall the principles of total management systems
  • Identify motivations for implementing quality management systems
  • Distinguish between quality assurance, quality planning and quality maintenance
  • Describe some customer needs
  • Explain Six Sigma
  • Discuss the benefits of using Six Sigma principles
  • Outline the process for deploying Six Sigma principles
  • Discuss various inventory types
  • Explain the merits and demerits of different transportation types
  • Describe the process of carrying out a quality audit
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Management
Introduction to Quality Management and Systems
1.5-3 hrs
4958 enrolled
Floral Design Principles for Events
1.5-3 hrs 4,273 learners
By Alpha Academy
You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain the elements and principles of floral design
  • Distinguish between the different floral designs and list the materials needed to create each
  • Define and state the principles of Ikebana
  • List the tips for creating professional floral arrangements and bouquets
  • Discuss the art of flower arrangement
  • Explain how to find the perfect vase for a flower arrangement
  • Recognise where to obtain flowers and raw materials for floral designs
  • List the equipment required to make a container arrangement
  • Discuss the strategies for setting up a business as a wedding florist
  • Identify types of funeral flower arrangements
  • Outline funeral flower etiquette
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Event Planning
Floral Design Principles for Events
1.5-3 hrs
4273 enrolled
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