Your route to success

The BMF Diploma in Merchanting is the only self-study course that counts for existing and potential managers of merchants, creating leadership development in a modern industry.

Designed for you

The course is suitable for general branch management, as well as those with specialist responsibilities such as stock controllers looking to gain a recognised qualification.

Help is always at hand

The BMF Diploma in Merchanting is made up of 9 self-study modules comprising a selection of workbooks, and each delegate must also attend workshops to put their knowledge into practice. A telephone helpline is always at hand for any queries or problems, or for tutor coaching.

Flexible learning

You may choose to complete all 9 modules of the course, or just the ones that relate directly to your current job role - you will receive a certificate for each on successful completion of the assessment questions and action plan. However, by completing all of the modules and an additional 4 units from Level 3 Management NVQ you will be awarded with your BMF Diploma in Merchanting.

Book now

Please complete the following forms and fax them back to us on 020 7534 7466. If you have any queries, please contact Sean Kelly on 020 7534 7423.

          Booking Form

          NVQ Management Unit Registration Form

          Provision of Training Contract

The cost includes all workbooks, the telephone helpline, workshops and assessments and you can start your path towards a diploma from just £300 for Members or £375 for non-Members. Discounts are available for full BMF course enrolment, and BMF Members may be entitled to matched funding of upto 50% - please contact Sean Kelly on 020 7534 7423 for more information.

For a general overview of the Diploma in Merchanting click on the link below.

          BMF Diploma In Merchanting - An introduction for Companies

          BMF Diploma In Merchanting - An introduction for Delegates

For further information on the content of each self-study module please see below.

          Managing Yourself

          Module 1         - Team Development
                                - Managing Change
                                - Managing Your Sales Process

          Module 2         - Manpower Planning & Recruitment
                                - Induction Training
                                - Training & Developing Individuals

          Module 3         - Maximising Your Potential
                                - Time Management
                                - Stress Management
                                - Decision Making
                                - Negotiation

          Module 4         - Communicating 1 to 1
                                - Communicating in Groups
                                - Writing Skills for Managers

          Managing Operations

          Module 5         - Branch Management
                                - Conditions of Employment
                                - Health & Safety
                                - Security

          Module 6         - Marketing the Branch
                                - Customer Service & Quality Management
                                - Managing Transport & Distribution
                                - Vehicles & The Law
                                - Conditions of Trading

          Managing Resources

          Module 7         - Managing Stock

          Module 8         - Managing Finance

          Module 9         - Managing Information
                                - Managing Energy

For BMF Members, matched funding may be available through the BMTT - contact Sean Kelly on 020 7534 7423 for more information.