Learning Outcomes

Bid And Bid Management

Quality Of a Successful Bid

Making Decisions

Risk Management

Analysing Tender Documents

Bidding In Partnership

Writing  a Wining Bid

Other Activaties

Digital Bidding

Qualities Of a Good Bidder

Lesson Summary

In this module, we discuss bids and bid management to provide bid managers with a clear understanding of what they will handle. Next, we learn all the roles, responsibilities and qualities of a successful bid manager so that they can attract more clients. After that, we discuss how to analyse and handle documents as well as manage bid risks.

Course assessment

Master various aspects of bid management to learn how bid managers attract clients in this free online business course.

Basics of Bid Management

This business course discusses the role, qualities and responsibilities of bid managers. We explain how bid managers attract clients to their business to drive growth and make it successful. We then show you how risk can be managed in the context of bidding and establish the importance of analysing tender documents. We then cover partnerships, crafting a bidding proposal, the purpose of digital bidding, how to become a good bidder and more.

Introduction to International Business

Importance of International Business

Modes of Entry

Investment Mode of Entry

International Business Challenges

In this module, International Business, you will learn about the factors contributing to the rapid growth of International Business. You will also learn about the three modes of entry and the different types of investments.

LPG Framework

Patterns of International Trade

International Trade Theories

Trade Pattern Theories

Leontief Paradox

In this module, International Trade, you will learn about the Patterns of International Trade and the LPG Framework. You will also learn about the assumptions and limitations of the theories of specialization.

Diploma in International Business and Trade - First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Factor Mobility Theory

Multiplier Effect

Foreign Trade Multiplier

Commercial Policy

Non-Tariff Barriers

In this module, Multiplier Effect and Tariffs, you will learn about the Factor Mobility theory and the characteristics of a Multiplier Effect. You will also learn about Foreign Trade Multiplier and the Instruments of a Commercial Policy.

International Business Operations

Behavioural Practices

Political and Legal Factors

Democratic Political Systems

Legal Factors

In this module, the International Business Environment, you will learn about the physical factors that affect international business operations. You will also learn about the Legal factors that affect international business and the fundamental elements of Democratic Political Systems.

Diploma in International Business and Trade - Second Assessment

Diploma in International Business and Trade - Course Assessment

Master the challenges and learn the patterns of international business and trade with this free online finance course.

Diploma in International Business and Trade

This free online finance course teaches you the approaches and theories involved conducting business and trading across borders. We examine each aspect of international business and trade before discussing the role of privatization. We explain how successful operations integrate local conditions with regional and global shifts. This course suits anyone interested in expanding their portfolio and exploring the exciting world of global trade.

Building an Audience for Your Products

Understanding Customer Lifetime Value

Word-of-Mouth Marketing

Use Humor to Engage Your Audience

How to Handle Mistakes in Business

Customer loyalty and high conversion rates are the results of well-thought-out customer engagement strategies. This module provides practical suggestions on how to build an effective customer engagement strategy that creates strong relationships between customers and businesses.

Maximizing Customer Engagement for Business Growth - Course Assessment

This free online course explains how to boost customer engagement and loyalty with these proven marketing strategies.

Maximizing Customer Engagement for Business Growth

Customers who interact with a brand form solid and long-lasting relationships with it. This marketing and branding course lays out the benefits of researching and understanding your target audience before creating products to meet their needs. We also show you how to calculate the customer lifetime value of a business, foster engagement with your audience and effectively manage failures that may affect customer service and thus your brand.

Introduction to International Business - Course Assessment

Master the principles and practices involved in international business and finance with this free online course.

This free online course teaches you the challenges of international business and how to meet them. We take you through the best principles and practices of trading across borders. We also break down current trends of International marketing to help you find new markets. This business management course can boost your finance skills by explaining the unique problems and opportunities posed by moving money, goods and services between countries.

The SWOT and Porter's Framework Revisited

Fortune at the Bottom of the Pyramid

Rural Marketing Challenges

Balanced Scorecard

Evaluating Investment Proposals

Costing and Pricing for Public Transport

Costing and Pricing for Hospitals

This module covers porter's framework for DSS. You will learn about investment, proposals and how the cost is set for public transportation and public entities not to be a burden to citizens economically.

Case-Study Problem for Media Selection Model

Decision Support Systems for Product Pricing Model

Model Selection Using Cross - Validation

This module covers the different DSS system models that are available in the supply chain. You will learn why we need DSS systems and how these assist with pricing and marketing.

Taxation and the Distribution Network

Transhipment, Flexibility and Six Sigma

Flexibility and Total Cost of the Network

Risk Analysis for the Distribution Network

Echelons in the Network

This module covers how taxes work in large economies. You will learn why large corporations may take their businesses to a country with little to no taxes or tax-free zones. You will see the benefits to companies in these economics and how the shipping of products are affected.

Diploma  in Business Support Systems Strategies - First Assessment

This module enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of Modules 1 to 3 in the following course; Diploma in Business Support Systems Strategies.

Concept of Variability and Quality

Six Sigma and Capability of the Process

Ishikawa Diagram and SIPOC

Service Systems: Characteristics

In this module, you will discuss the different steps taken for problem-solving and product improvement. You will learn about the 5 step process and how this produces consistent, high-quality service and or products.

Inventory Management Concepts

Economic Batch Quantity

Reorder Level and Safety Stock

Determination of Buffer Stock Level

Continuous and Periodic System Review

This module covers how the inventory is managed and how management makes preparations for possible high unexpected demand of the stock. Additionally, you will learn what percentage of the total stock is the safety stock and how the expected demand is calculated.

Multi Criterion Decision Making

AHP Application to Vendor Rating

Application of TOPSIS Method

Determination of Product Mix

Decision Trees

DSS for Multi - Item production-distribution

This module covers the different decision systems used by management when multiple criteria need to be met. You will learn how administration uses management to make better decisions as these systems are designed to solve almost all problems that arise in the best and worse case scenarios.

Diploma in Business Support Systems Strategies - Second  Assessment

This module enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of Modules 4 to 6 in the following course; Diploma in Business Support Systems Strategies.

Diploma in Business Support Systems Strategies - Final Assessment

Master the art of forming decision support strategies to get ahead in business with this free online management course.

Advanced Diploma in Business Support Systems Strategies

This free online course explains how to use decision support strategies (DSS) to define long-term aspirations that meet a company’s goals. We demonstrate how a dependable strategic plan can combine with effective DSS to drive business success. This course takes you through the techniques used by various organizations to develop strategic plans that use data to identify strengths and weaknesses and turn challenges into opportunities.

Business Development Mastery Introduction

Business Development Foundations

Understanding your Market and Customer

Sales and Goal Setting

In this module, you will learn how to develop a business plan and define your ideal customer. We will also introduce you to the four pillars of business development and how to set SMART goals.

Creating Your Lead Generation System

Email Tracking Strategies

Email Guidelines

Setting-up Appointments

In this module, you will learn how to increase sales revenue through increased lead generation. You will also learn how to track and respond to client emails.

The Simple Sales System

Objection Strategies

The Art and Science of Cold Calling

Selling Proposition Strategies

Creating Your Direct Mail Strategy

In this module, you will learn the best methods for responding to customer objections and rejections. We will also introduce you to direct mail strategies and how to create a unique selling proposition.

Understand B2B Business Development & Sales - Course Assessment

Learn the art of increasing business revenue through B2B marketing & business development with this free online course.

Understand B2B Business Development & Sales

This free online course is for anyone who wants to learn advanced sales and business to business (B2B) development techniques. The course introduces you to the pillars of business development, understanding your market, and setting SMART goals to increase your sales. You will also learn how to design, track and follow up on cold emails and how to give an appropriate response to prospects who object to your sales proposal.

Creative Effective Display Ads

Remarketing for Customer Retention

Brand Marketing and Direct Response Marketing

How to Create a Stellar Landing Page

This module presents the strategies for growing your business through display advertising. It explains how to make your ad messaging, imagery, and design creative and effective. You will also learn about remarketing, which is targeted at making people keep returning to your site and making them strongly motivated to make a purchase.

Display Advertising for Business Growth - Course Assessment

Learn how to use digital display advertising to grow your business in this free online branding and marketing course.

Display Advertising for Business Growth

Online display advertisements offer an effective way to target potential customers, tell them about your products and increase brand awareness. This marketing course provides strategies that make the most of display ads that are creative and appealing. Most people don’t make a purchase on their first visit to a business website so your marketing strategy must keep customers engaged to encourage them to return to your site through smart branding.

Decision Support Systems for Operations Management - Course Assessment

Learn why operations managers may use DSS in their organisation in this free online course.

Decision Support Systems for Operations Management

This free online course offers an introduction to Decision Support Systems for Operations Management. You will learn how it extends a manager’s decision-making process by maintaining accessories and data made possible to the manager, increasing their flexibility, efficiency and possibility of making the best possible decision. Don’t dither. Boost your confidence in decision support systems by understanding how it works in operations management.

Pricing Products Correctly

How to Ship Goods Effectively

Using Effective Packaging to Promote Your Brand

Finding a Suitable Manufacturing Partner

Setting up Suitable Payment Systems

This module explores the basic aspects of e-commerce. It teaches how to price your goods correctly and profitably and source for the right manufacturers, which in turn, can help reduce your workload. Further, you'll learn about Payment Service Providers and tips on safely and uniquely packaging your goods and promoting your brand.

Basics of E-Commerce—How to Sell Your Products Online - Course Assessment

Learn how to successfully market and sell goods online and grow your brand in this free online eCommerce course.

Basics of eCommerce: How to Sell Online

Are you an aspiring online trader or do you want to sharpen your current eCommerce skills? This course explores the basics of eCommerce and provides proven digital marketing, selling and distribution strategies. We explain how to set sensible prices, package your goods attractively and safely and select a suitable payment service. We also outline how to source goods and select a suitable manufacturing partner who can streamline your processes.

Basic Structure of Electronic CRM

Core Modules of CRM Platforms

This module, Electronic Customer Relationship Management, discusses the structure and strategies of electronic customer relationship management, including the key modules of eCRM.

Contact Centre's for CRM

Global Customer Relationship Management

In this module, Implementation of CRM, you will learn about how customer relationship management (CRM) is implemented in contact centres and on a global market, including how cultural diversity impacts CRM implementation.

Understanding Technology in Customer Relationship Management  - Final Course Assessment

Learn how technology has modified the way businesses manage their customer relationships, with this free online course.

Understanding Technology in Customer Relationship Management

With the advent of modern technology and the advancement of the Internet, customer relationship management (CRM) has been streamlined into many CRM processes. These processes have led to improved capture and understanding of customers' needs. This course will give you a quick insight into how Internet-based CRM operates, including its strategies and components. You will also be shown how businesses can implement global CRM (GCRM) successfully.

Tips to Build a Good Website

Selecting a Website Host and Domain Name

Designing a Mobile and Customer Friendly Website

Search Engine Optimization

Images for Your Website

In order to build and sustain your ideal customer base, you need a website that can broaden your reach as well as attract and retain your target audience. This module explores the strategies for achieving that aim. It guides you in choosing an ideal domain name and implementing other necessary functions of a good business website.

Building a Successful Business Website - Assessment

Learn how to grow your business by building the ideal commercial website in this free online course for entrepreneurs.

Building a Successful Business Website

The online marketplace is growing at a boundless rate and offers every kind of business a platform for greater success. This course explains how to build an effective commercial website. We show you how to make your business website attractive, easy to find online and simple to navigate. Most importantly, customers must be able to make purchases with ease. This course suits small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to harness the internet.

What is Entrepreneurship?

Understanding Intellectual Property

Entrepreneurship and IP Strategy

Case Study - IT Industry

In this module, you will learn about the famous entrepreneurs of the world who created great organisations. You will also learn about the various types of Intellectual Property and how they are used to protect technology for the benefit of entrepreneurship. A case study on Google is covered, to highlight the protection of inventorship via Intellectual Property.

Innovation, Invention and Creativity

Type of Innovation, Market and IP

Open Innovation and IP

Case Study -- Biotechnology

In this module, you will learn about the definition of Innovation and the various types of innovation, along with the Intellectual Property (IP) Management process. You will also learn about open innovation and the necessity to keep away from open competition. A Case Study covers IP Management within the organization named Biocon.

Introduction to Entrepreneurship  - Course Assessment

Learn how intellectual property promotes innovation and protects entrepreneurship in this free online course.

Introduction to Entrepreneurship

‘Intellectual property’ refers to the intangible creations of the human mind - the protection of which are crucial to the promotion of innovation and entrepreneurship. This course will introduce you to all the various types of intellectual property and their roles in the business world. Discover their value and importance in the protection of technology and how the rights are managed for society’s benefit.

IP Strategy

Transaction

IP Valuation

Business Models and Success Stories

Case Study: Agriculture

This module covers IP strategies for start-ups and MSME. Taking into account the diktat of the knowledge-based economy, you will be taught IP valuation, along with the IP transaction. You will learn about the business models, along with worldwide business success stories. A case study about the Parlé Product, emphasising Parlé Agro, will highlight the necessity to couple effective business management with efficient IP management.

Incubators and Research Parks

Government Policies

Entrepreneurship and IP strategy

Capsule Revision

In this module, you will be taught how incubators and research parks assist entrepreneurs and start-ups. You will learn that there are about ten schemes and policies through which the Government assists early-stage businesses in India. You will also be taught how to relate entrepreneurial activities to your IP strategy to get a competitive advantage.

Entrepreneurship and IP Strategies - Course Assessment

This free online course explains how to combine entrepreneurship with efficient management of intellectual property.

Entrepreneurship and IP Strategies

This free online business course lays out the various types of intellectual property (IP) and their related approaches. We take you through the schemes and policies through which your government may assist entrepreneurs, including incubators and research parks. We then unveil several business models and show you how to combine effective business management with efficient IP management to boost profits.

Setting Yourself up on Google Search and Maps

Update Your Business Profile

Insights from Your Google Business Listing

Endorsing Your Business With Online Reviews

If you own or manage a business, you can create a business profile on Google Search and Maps that would make your business visible to potential customers and lead to increased sales. In this module, you will learn how to list your business on Google, update your business profile, and how online reviews and feedback positively affect your business.

This free online eCommerce course explains how to use a Google Business profile to establish a strong online presence.

Establishing a Compelling Online Business Presence

Building an online business presence can help you develop customer relationships, establish trust and increase brand loyalty. This entrepreneurship course teaches you how to set up your business on Google Search and Maps with the help of a Google Business profile. We also explain how to keep your business information up to date, gain insights from your business listing and grow your business by reading online reviews to improve customer service.