At TMLA, we’re passionate about helping professionals grow – not just as marketers, but as confident, capable leaders too. That’s why we’re proud to recommend Challenge Consulting, a trusted expert in leadership and management development.
Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or looking to sharpen your strategic impact, Challenge Consulting offers a range of short courses and ILM-accredited qualifications to help you lead with purpose, clarity, and confidence.
Based in Nottinghamshire with a national reach, Challenge Consulting has 30 years’ experience equipping individuals and organisations with the skills to lead effectively. Led by Dawn Edwards, the team brings together deep industry expertise, a practical approach to learning, and a genuine commitment to personal and professional growth.
Accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM), their qualifications are widely respected by employers across the UK. More importantly, they’re built to make a measurable difference – in the workplace and beyond.
TMLA and Challenge Consulting share a belief in the power of professional education to create meaningful change.
We’re both proud to:
This alignment in values makes Challenge Consulting a natural partner for us – and a brilliant choice for anyone ready to invest in their leadership journey.
Challenge Consulting’s leadership development options are designed to suit every stage of the leadership pipeline:
Whether you’re an aspiring leader, an experienced manager, or an organisation looking to develop your team, Challenge Consulting delivers practical learning with lasting impact.
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“As someone in the early stages of their marketing career, I really wanted to broaden my knowledge beyond the scope of my current role. I knew that having a solid, well-rounded understanding of marketing would help me grow and become more confident in my abilities – and that’s exactly what led me to TMLA and the CIM Level 4 course.
The course has given me a much deeper understanding of the wider marketing landscape. It’s really helped me see how all the different pieces fit together, which in turn has made me feel more confident and capable in my day-to-day work. What I love is how practical the course is – you can take what you’ve learnt and apply it straight away. I’ve already made changes to our business newsletter after a really insightful session on adding value for your audience (shoutout to Jessica for that one!). It’s made me think differently about how and why we communicate with our audience, not just what we’re saying.
The support from the tutors was brilliant – they’re always approachable and happy to answer questions, even outside the weekly sessions. And the wider TMLA team was just as great. Communication has been spot on and I’ve always felt well-supported throughout.
Another big plus for me has been how flexible the course is. The sessions are held online in the evenings, which makes it easy to fit around work and other commitments. On top of that, the exams can be taken at any point within the exam window, which has been really helpful – I’ve been able to sit my exams at a time that genuinely works for me.
Overall, I’d absolutely recommend this course to anyone looking to deepen their marketing knowledge. The content is engaging, the support is fantastic, and you walk away with skills and insights that you can use straight away. I feel so much more confident in what I am doing and how my career could progress.”
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