114 Mystery courses

LOOKING FOR: PB, CHAPTER BOOKS, MG, GRAPHIC NOVELS, CHILDREN'S NON-FICTION Millie van Grutten joined Caroline Sheldon Literary Agency in 2021 and as of early 2024 Caroline Sheldon Literary Agency was acquired by Rogers Coleridge & White. Millie is thrilled to be building the children’s illustrated division at RCW and is actively looking for authors and illustrators of picture books, chapter books, young fiction, graphic novels and is particularly interested in children’s non-fiction presented in any guise. Millie loves working collaboratively with authors and illustrators whether it’s brainstorming a title, building a portfolio, trying out new genres and age groups or simply chatting ideas through. She relishes the opportunity to champion the work of illustrators and authors alike and is open to anything from 0-9 whether texts, illustrations or both. She loves anything with strong and engaging characters at its heart, quirky stories, and books that make you laugh and/or books that can make you laugh while you learn… Apart from the ever enduring and absolute classics like Quentin Blake’s Mrs Armitage, Millie has recently enjoyed Mariajo Ilustrajo’s Lost, Ed Vere’s The Artist, The Secret Beast Club (Robin Birch and Jobe Anderson), Dave Pigeon (Swapna Haddow and Sheena Dempsey), How to Be A Genius Kid (Jim Smith) and anything by Lauren Child. Among many other talents, Millie represents Swapna Haddow, Zehra Hicks, Sandra Dieckmann, Jobe Anderson, Marilyn Esther Chi, Emma Clarke, Jim Smith, Gabriella Szendrey, Helen and Thomas Docherty. Millie would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 page synopsis and the opening three chapters (max 5,000 words) of your novel. For picture books please send up to three texts split into 12 spreads each and a covering letter. For non-fiction please supply a cover letter and proposal with up to 5,000 words of your sample text. Please send EITHER picture books OR another genre, not both in one submission. (In addition to the paid sessions, Millie is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  Submission Deadline: Wednesday 20 November 2024

Description: The Mystery Shopper Course will give learners an outline of how to successfully work as a mystery shopper. This course will talk about critical regions to comprehend before setting out as a mystery shopper, from your response to what will what you are normally expected to do. This course will investigate other vital regions from the organisation perspective, for example, the estimation of reports for statistical surveying for markets and more. Regardless of whether you are occupied with working in this field only for extra income or you want to seek after a vacation in research advertising, you can start instantly and begin adapting all the important viewpoints about mystery shopping. Who is the course for? Individuals interested in restaurant evaluation. Individuals with basic internet and email skills. Individuals who have a lot of free time. Individuals interested to know more about mystery shopping. Entry Requirement: This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. Good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT are required to attend this course. Assessment:  At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After you have successfully passed the test, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. You can however also obtain a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working days. Why choose us? Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials; Tutorial videos/materials from the industry leading experts; Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform; Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result; The UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification; Access to course content on mobile, tablet or desktop from anywhere anytime; The benefit of career advancement opportunities; 24/7 student support via email. Career Path: Mystery Shopper Course is a useful qualification to possess, and would be beneficial for the following careers: Trade marketing executive. Sales development manager. Editor. Market researcher. Market advertiser. Mystery Shopper Course The Mystery Shopping 00:30:00 Introduction to Mystery Shopping 01:00:00 Why Firms Use Mystery Shoppers 01:00:00 Types of Mystery Shopping 00:30:00 Typical Assignments 00:30:00 Things You Need For Your First Apartment 00:15:00 Essential Opportunities of Mystery Shopping 01:00:00 A Typical Working Day 00:30:00 Paperwork 00:30:00 Getting Paid 00:15:00 Tips 01:00:00 Summary of Mystery Shopper Course 00:30:00 Illustration One 00:15:00 Illustration Two 00:15:00 Worldwide Mystery Shopping Companies, Newsgroups and Discussion Groups, Link Sites 00:30:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

Do you want to get paid to Shop, Eat at Top Class Restaurants, Take a World Cruise, and Sunbathe on Caribbean Shores? Sounds too good to be true, as an impossible dream perhaps? Well, it isn't a dream, this sort of thing happens every day to mystery shoppers! Companies hire people, just like you, to observe their stores and employees. They require the information to train workers and enhance customer service, and the result is that you get to make money while you shop and eat! Learn the secrets of mystery shopping from a professional with over ten years in the industry. In this course, you will comprehend the requirements that make a successful mystery shopper. You will discover who is hiring, what companies expect, how to write an excellent evaluation, tax reporting, and how to get started in the good part-time job ever! Course Highlights Mystery Shopper Course online is an award winning and the best selling course that has been given the CPD Certification & IAO accreditation. It is the most suitable course anyone looking to work in this or relevant sector. It is considered one of the perfect courses in the UK that can help students/learners to get familiar with the topic and gain necessary skills to perform well in this field. We have packed Mystery Shopper Course online into 15 modules for teaching you everything you need to become successful in this profession. To provide you ease of access, this course is designed for both part-time and full-time students. You can become accredited in just 8 hours, 30 minutes hours and it is also possible to study at your own pace. We have experienced tutors who will help you throughout the comprehensive syllabus of this course and answer all your queries through email. For further clarification, you will be able to recognize your qualification by checking the validity from our dedicated website. Why You Should Choose Mystery Shopper Course online Lifetime access to the course No hidden fees or exam charges CPD Accredited certification on successful completion Full Tutor support on weekdays (Monday - Friday) Efficient exam system, assessment and instant results Download Printable PDF certificate immediately after completion Obtain the original print copy of your certificate, dispatch the next working day for as little as £9. Improve your chance of gaining professional skills and better earning potential. Who is this Course for? Mystery Shopper Course online is CPD certified and IAO accredited. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic backgrounds. Requirements Our Mystery Shopper Course online is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path You will be ready to enter the relevant job market after completing this course. You will be able to gain necessary knowledge and skills required to succeed in this sector. All our Diplomas' are CPD and IAO accredited so you will be able to stand out in the crowd by adding our qualifications to your CV and Resume. The Mystery Shopping 00:30:00 Introduction to Mystery Shopping 01:00:00 Why Firms Use Mystery Shoppers 01:00:00 Types of Mystery Shopping 00:30:00 Typical Assignments 00:30:00 Things You Need For Your First Apartment 00:15:00 Essential Opportunities of Mystery Shopping 01:00:00 A Typical Working Day 00:30:00 Paperwork 00:30:00 Getting Paid 00:15:00 Tips 01:00:00 Summary of Mystery Shopper Course online 00:30:00 Illustration One 00:15:00 Illustration Two 00:15:00 Worldwide Mystery Shopping Companies, Newsgroups and Discussion Groups, Link Sites 00:30:00 Mock Exam Final Exam

This short course will help you take your images from the screen to final professional-quality prints. We will walk through the processes and techniques needed to take the mystery out of this often daunting and overlooked part of the creative process. By the end of the day you will have gained the skills and confidence to take digital files through preparation in Photoshop, optimisation, and onto physical test printing, adjustments and final output on Stills’ large format Epson inkjet printer. We’ll cover areas critical to the desired outcome including screen and print calibration, paper choice and ICC profile use. By the end of the day you will have two A3 prints on premium Hahnemule matt or gloss papers. Participants should have a basic understanding of Photoshop and attend with a selection of their own RAW files or high resolution TIFFs to work with through the practical exercises. Morning We will begin with evaluating our images and processing the file to maximise print quality output. We will then use Adobe Bridge, Adobe Camera Raw & Adobe Photoshop for the optimisation process. Participants will be guided in preparing their images ready for test printing, before evaluating and adjusting. Discussion will cover using ICC profiles, screen and print calibration, colour rendering, canvas sizing, and sharpening for final print output on various media. Afternoon We will then put the skills we have learned into practice, producing and evaluating test prints before undertaking our final A3 digital inkjet prints. Each participant will finish the session with two finished prints. There will be plenty of opportunity for participants to ask questions at every stage, so that you feel confident and can make informed decisions throughout the whole process. This course is designed for those who are already familiar with some digital photography processes but who want to pursue a particular aspect and develop skills in a specific genre. It is the perfect follow-on from our Digital SLR training courses and will support you in building upon your existing knowledge and allow you to work confidently on your own projects.   Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout.

Murder Mystery for KS3 is a Creative Writing course for 11-14 year olds. During the 5 weeks, students will become familiar with detectives, criminals and villains, from Enola Holmes to Edgar Allen Poe’s Dupin. They will learn how to build suspense in their writing, create red herrings for the reader and will be challenged to use their own detective skills in an end of unit 'whodunnit'.

Murder Mystery for KS3 is a Creative Writing course for 11-14 year olds. During the 5 weeks, students will become familiar with detectives, criminals and villains, from Enola Holmes to Edgar Allen Poe’s Dupin. They will learn how to build suspense in their writing, create red herrings for the reader and will be challenged to use their own detective skills in an end of unit 'whodunnit'.

Murder Mystery for KS3 is a Creative Writing course for 11-14 year olds. During the 5 weeks, students will become familiar with detectives, criminals and villains, from Enola Holmes to Edgar Allen Poe’s Dupin. They will learn how to build suspense in their writing, create red herrings for the reader and will be challenged to use their own detective skills in an end of unit 'whodunnit'.

LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION, YA THRILLER Saskia Leach is an Agent's Assistant at Kate Nash Literary Agency and is currently training to become a Junior Agent. She graduated from Royal Holloway, University of London in 2020 with a BA degree in English and History, before joining Kate Nash Literary Agency in 2021. Saskia loves commercial fiction that features complex and dynamic characters and is fascinated by stories containing document inserts or written from multiple perspectives. Saskia enjoys commercial and book club fiction and is particularly looking for cosy crime from any period (whether contemporary like Janice Hallett and Richard Osman, traditional Golden Age murder mystery or historical), WW2 historical fiction in the vein of Heather Morris or Markus Zusak, twisty psychological thriller with a unique hook, LGBTQ+ romance, underrepresented voices and perspectives, YA thriller or romance, and locked-room thriller. Saskia would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 page synopsis and the first 2,500 words of your manuscript in a single word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, Saskia is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice given in your Agent121. The submission deadline is: Friday 22 November 2024

Line Management, Motivation and Mystery Shopping Diploma Transform your career with our Line Management, Motivation, and Mystery Shopping Diploma. Boost your Line Management skills for impactful leadership. Achieve Line Management excellence in talent and performance. Learning Outcomes: Understand fundamentals of Line Management. Master mentoring and coaching in Line Management. Identify and manage right talent via Line Management. Execute effective performance management in Line Management. Address conflict efficiently through Line Management. More Benefits: LIFETIME access Device Compatibility Free Workplace Management Toolkit Key Modules from Line Management, Motivation and Mystery Shopping Diploma: Overview of Line Management: Acquire a foundational understanding of Line Management principles. Mentoring and Coaching: Implement mentoring and coaching techniques in your Line Management role. Managing Right Talent: Optimise talent acquisition and retention strategies in Line Management. Performance Management: Conduct comprehensive performance evaluations under Line Management. Handling Conflict: Resolve interpersonal conflicts effectively within Line Management frameworks. Mental Health & Motivation: Enhance team motivation and mental well-being through proficient Line Management.

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