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 Course Description The Short Story Writing Certificate Course is for you, if you wish to write professionally or as a hobby, you will learn the skills and techniques required to write a successful short story and develop it throughout the course. You will be able to plan, write, submit, and sell your own commercial short stories. This course will cover generating ideas that will form the basis of sharp, compelling short stories, reading modern fiction with a critical eye to gain further understanding of the form, a wide range of key skills and writing techniques including plot, character, dialogue, structure and point-of-view. The course will also provide you with publishing ideas and resources for continuing your writing after the course is finished. 'Master the Art of Short Story Writing with The World's Foremost Writing Guru' * Harness your imagination quickly * Acquire the writing habit easily * Discover how to make your stories more commercial * Learn the habits of professional writers in just a few hours * Begin a new career as an author * Finally understand the needs of mainstream publishers and editors  Discover the reality of a writer's life, taught to you by the author of over thirty bestsellers. This course will take you on a thrilling journey, from acquiring the working writer's mindset to thinking of compelling ideas; from learning how to structure stories for maximum effect to correctly formatting and submitting your stories to editors and publishers. At the end of this course you can expect to be able to write commercial short stories easily and perhaps begin a whole new career as a freelance, paid author. Rob Parnell has been teaching writing for almost two decades. That experience has been synthesized into this unique course, then specifically designed and structured to help the beginner move from wannabe writer to professional wordsmith. Starting with an introduction to the writer's mindset, the course first focuses on mental preparation, ideal time management, goal-setting, and the importance of strong self-belief. There are pre-designed templates to aid in your understanding of these issues. In part two of the course, we look at inspiration and getting ideas, finding subject matter for your stories, as well as providing a clear guide to the fiction genres: romance, thrillers, horror, fantasy, and science fiction. In the third section, Rob Parnell reveals the tips and tactics of professional writers with crucial guidance on the creation of protagonists, building empathy, character motivation and agenda, dialogue, story setting, style, tone, description, point-of-view, plotting and much more. You will also discover the 7-Step Story Generator - a tool that allows you to develop and test any fiction idea. Plus, learn the ideal 5-Point Story Structure as well as how to easily create templates on which to hang commercial short stories. Along the way, there are text-based courses on character creation, plotting, and a special presentation of The Art of Story, a downloadable resource that fully explains the more technical aspects of ideal story structure. Rob also hosts a section on writing software, presenting the solution to any writer's needs. In part four, we explore the actual writing: how to write fluidly, without blocks, for maximum impact. How to create arresting opening paragraphs and compelling text. And, how to edit professionally for submission and publication. In part five, discover how to find and approach paying short story markets. A full market listing is available with the course. For those who want to self-publish, and start making money immediately, Rob presents crucial advice on formatting and publication through Amazon Kindle. This course is fully mentored - Rob is available on-line throughout your course journey to answer queries, offer guidance, and give support. Your very own writing guru is just a click away (via the Academy Console.) At the end of this course, you will possess a clear understanding of the short story marketplace and will therefore be ideally placed to compete in this exciting and fast-growing new career opportunity. At the very least, you'll be able to write fabulous short stories that people will love and admire! Plus, check out the bonus items at the bottom of this page! Introduction Introduction to Short Story Writing FREE 00:05:00 Foreword Who Am I to Run This Course? FREE 00:06:00 It's All About Mindset 00:07:00 What Tools Do You Need To Succeed? 00:05:00 Part One: Mindset Mental Preparation 00:04:00 Time Management 00:05:00 Self Belief 00:02:00 Goal Setting 00:01:00 Part Two: The Basics Subject Matter 00:04:00 Genre 00:07:00 Scope 00:02:00 Getting Ideas 00:02:00 Part Three: Construction Time The 7-Step Story Generator 00:02:00 Characters & Character Creation 00:03:00 Creating Protagonists 00:07:00 Character Motivation & Interactions 00:03:00 Story & Setting 00:03:00 The 5-Point Story Structure 00:02:00 Style & Tone 00:02:00 Point of View & Tense 00:03:00 Plotting & The Twist 00:03:00 Building a Short Story Template 00:02:00 Building a Short Story Template 00:02:00 Introduction to Scrivener All Hail Scrivener! 00:04:00 Part Four: Writing Your Story The Opening Paragraph 00:03:00 Fast Writing 00:04:00 The Second Draft 00:03:00 Polishing 00:04:00 Part Five: Submitting Your Work 6 Lectures It's All About Presentation 00:03:00 Dealing With Rejection 00:01:00 Rights and Payment 00:01:00 Kindle Publishing 00:03:00 Conclusion Short Stories 00:01:00 Resources Resources - Short Story Writing Certificate Course 00:00:00

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Master the essential skills for career advancement with our Leadership & Management course. Explore topics like workplace equality, employee motivation, and conflict resolution. Ideal for professionals seeking career growth in any industry.

From managing staff disputes to keeping hiring processes sharp and fair, Human Resources isn’t just about paperwork — it’s the engine room of every organisation. Our Human Resources Courses - CPD Certified are designed for those who want to sharpen their knowledge and confidently handle everything from recruitment to staff wellbeing, employment law to performance reviews — all without fluff or filler. It’s HR knowledge with purpose, delivered in plain English and without the corporate waffle. Whether you're already working in HR or simply curious about how modern workplaces really function behind the scenes, this course covers what matters. It's straightforward, flexible and built to give you confidence in HR policies, systems and strategies — all online, all at your pace. You’ll walk away understanding what makes HR effective, respected, and essential — no buzzwords, no nonsense. This bundle includes the following courses: Course 01: HR (Human Resource) Course 02: UK Employment Law Course 03: Pension Course 04: Leadership and Management Diploma Course 05: GDPR Training Course Course 06: Strategic Planning and Analysis for Marketing Course 07: People Management Skills For Supervisor Course 08: Life Coaching Key Features of the HR Course : Instant e-certificate Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover Developed by qualified professionals in the field Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly 24/7 Learning Assistance Discounts on bulk purchases *** (Offer Ends Soon) *** Course Curriculum 01 The detailed curriculum outline of our HR (Human Resource) course is as follows: Module 01: Introduction to Human Resources Module 02: An Overview of the Recruitment Industry Module 03: The UK Recruitment Legislation Module 04: The Recruitment Process Module 05: Negotiation Techniques Module 06: Key Performance Indicators for the Recruitment Industry Module 07: Employee Training and Development Process Module 08: Candidate Management Module 09: Candidate Interview Processes Module 10: Managing Meetings and Giving Feedback Module 11: Performance Appraisal Management Module 12: Employee Relations Module 13: Motivation and Counselling Module 14: Ensuring Health and Safety at the Workplace Module 15: Employer Records and Statistics Module 16: Conflict Management Module 17: Employee Termination Module 18: Organisational Skills Module 19: Communication Skills Module 20: Stress Management Module 21: Time Management Course Curriculum 02 The detailed curriculum outline of our UK Employment Law course is as follows: Module 01: Basics of Employment Law Module 02: Legal Recruitment Process Module 03: Employment Contracts Module 04: Employee Handbook Module 05: Disciplinary Procedure Module 06: National Minimum Wage & National Living Wage Module 07: Parental Right, Sick Pay & Pension Scheme Module 08: Discrimination in the Workplace Module 09: Health & Safety at Work Module 10: Dismissal, Grievances and Employment Tribunals Module 11: Workplace Monitoring & Data Protection Course Curriculum 03 The detailed curriculum outline of our Pension course is as follows: Module 01: Overview of the UK Pension system Module 02: Type of Pension Schemes Module 03: Pension Regulation Module 04: Pension Fund Governance Module 05: Law and Regulation of Pensions in the UK Module 06: Key Challenges in UK Pension System Course Curriculum 04 The detailed curriculum outline of our Leadership and Management Diploma course is as follows: Module 01: Understanding Management and Leadership Module 02: Leadership Theories Module 03: Improving Management and Leadership Performance Module 04: High Performance Teams Module 05: Motivating Employees Module 06: Organisational Skills Module 07: Talent Management Module 08: Succession Planning Module 09: Business Process Management Module 10: Communication Skills Module 11: Negotiation Techniques Module 12: Managing Meetings and Giving Feedback Module 13: Managing Change Module 14: Time Management Module 15: Stress Management Module 16: Emotional Intelligence in Leadership Module 17: Managing Conflict Module 18: Dealing with Office Politics Module 19: Risk Management Module 20: Corporate Responsibility and Ethics Module 21:Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Course Curriculum 05 The detailed curriculum outline of our GDPR Training course is as follows: Module 01: GDPR Basics Module 02: GDPR Explained Module 03: Lawful Basis for Preparation Module 04: Rights and Breaches Module 05: Responsibilities and Obligations Module 06: Ethical and Social Issues and Data Protection Course Curriculum 06 The detailed curriculum outline of our Strategic Planning and Analysis for Marketing course is as follows: Module 01: An Introduction to Strategic Planning Module 02: Development of a Strategic Plan Module 03: Strategic Planning for Marketing Module 04: Strategic and Marketing Analysis Module 05: Internal Analysis Module 06: External Analysis Module 07: Market Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning Module 08: Approaches to Customer Analysis Module 09: Approaches to Competitor Analysis Course Curriculum 07 The detailed curriculum outline of our People Management Skills For Supervisor course is as follows: Module 01: Introduction to Leadership Module 02: Inspiration and Leadership Module 03: Setting Goals and Time Management Module 04: Body Language and Effective Communication Module 05: Self Esteem and Assertiveness Skills Module 06: Business Management Corporate Behaviour Module 07: Meeting Management Module 08: Project Management Module 09: Risk Management Module 10: Team Work Team Building Module 11: Performance Management Module 12: Critical Thinking Implications for Leadership Course Curriculum 08 The detailed curriculum outline of our Life Coaching course is as follows: Module 01: Life Coaching: The Purpose and Fundamentals Module 02: Develop Your Self-Awareness Module 03: The Development of Core Beliefs and Managing Fears Module 04: Life Coaching Types and Key Attributes of a Life Coach Module 05: Understanding Emotional Intelligence Module 06: Body Language and Communication Techniques Module 07: A Structure for Client Work and Goal Setting Module 08: Basic Principles for Business Development and Growth Module 09: The Ethical Coach: Protect Yourself and Your Clients Learning Outcomes: Understand the role and responsibilities of HR human resources in an organisation Apply UK employment law principles to various HR human resource scenarios Manage pension schemes and benefits for employees Develop leadership and management skills to motivate and inspire teams Comply with GDPR regulations and protect personal data Plan and analyse marketing strategies to achieve organisational goals Accreditation All of our courses, including this (HR) human resources, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Certification Once you've successfully completed your (HR) human resources, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months. Assessment At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven't, there's no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself. Who is this course for? This (HR) Human Resources Course can be taken by anyone who wants to understand more about the topic. With the aid of this course, you will be able to grasp the fundamental knowledge and ideas. Additionally, this (HR) Human Resources Course is ideal for: Aspiring or current HR human resource professionals Managers or supervisors who deal with HR human resource issues Business owners or entrepreneurs who want to improve HR human resource practices Anyone interested in learning about UK employment law and GDPR Anyone who wants to enhance their leadership and management skills Anyone who wants to learn about strategic marketing and planning Requirements Learners do not require any prior qualifications to enrol on this (HR) Human Resources Course. You just need to have an interest in (HR) Human Resources. Career path After completing this (HR) Human Resources Course you will have a variety of careers to choose from. The following job sectors of (HR) Human Resources are: HR Manager HR Advisor HR Officer Employment Law Consultant Marketing Manager Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Once you've successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a FREE digital certificate. Hard copy certificate Hard copy certificate - Included Also, you can have your FREE printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99 in the UK). For all international addresses outside of the United Kingdom, the delivery fee for a hardcopy certificate will be only £10. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

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