Qualification: CIM Level 4 Certificate
Next starts: 8th October 2026
Study mode: Live online lessons
Day/time: Thursdays 6-8:30pm
Duration: 9-12 months
Assessment: Flexibile online exam
Two mandatory
Two elective
We believe professional development should feel accessible, straightforward and worth the investment. Our CIM courses are designed to fit around full-time work, giving you expert tutor support, live online learning and flexible study options — without the need to travel.
You’ll receive everything you need to stay supported throughout your studies, with clear pricing and no unexpected costs along the way.
When you’re studying towards a CIM qualification, the right support makes a real difference. Affiliate Studying membership gives you access to the tools, resources and guidance you need to stay on track and perform at your best.
It’s designed to complement your studies—helping you build confidence, deepen your understanding, and apply what you learn in a practical way.
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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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