We’re a private company jointly owned by The Open University and The SEEK Group. The Open University has 50 years of experience in distance learning and online education.
We have hundreds of partners from around the world. These include many of the best UK and international universities, as well as institutions with a huge archive of cultural and educational material, such as the British Council, the British Library, the British Museum, and the National Film and Television School.
We also work with a range of internationally renowned organisations - from professional bodies such as the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), to businesses like the BBC and Marks & Spencer, to the UK Government.
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Discover the transformative power of short films in language learning with our online course. Enhance your classroom experience by bringing new worlds into your lessons, making language acquisition more engaging and effective for learners of all levels.
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Discover how to improve healthcare for people with intellectual disabilities through our comprehensive online course. Designed for healthcare professionals, this program will teach you essential techniques to include individuals with an intellectual disability in health assessments, ultimately improving their overall health outcomes.
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Dive into the fascinating world where medicine meets linguistics with our course on Language Testing During Awake Brain Surgery. Learn about the crucial process of assessing and preserving language function during delicate brain operations. Gain insights into the collaboration between surgical teams and neurolinguists to ensure patient safety and successful outcomes.
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Discover the essential skills of web analytics with our online course. Explore the importance of web analysis in business, understand different types of analytics, and learn practical techniques to enhance your online presence and grow your career.
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Discover the power of digital marketing in growing your business. This course explores essential strategies such as search engine optimization (SEO), pay-per-click advertising (PPC), display advertising, and email marketing. Gain valuable skills to enhance your online presence and drive success.
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Discover how to finance your startup effectively by mastering the basics of fundraising. This FutureLearn course explores the importance of external investment in achieving business success and teaches you how to secure it. From understanding different financing rounds to learning negotiation techniques, this course is designed for entrepreneurs who want to raise capital efficiently.
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Découvrez tout ce qu'il vous faut savoir pour réussir une levée de fonds avec notre formation en ligne 'Lever des Fonds pour ma Startup'. Ce cours est conçu pour guider les entrepreneurs débutants à travers le processus complexe de levée de fonds, leur fournissant les outils et connaissances nécessaires pour convaincre les investisseurs.
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Transform your phone interactions into opportunities for excellent customer service and crucial data gathering with our 'Effective Questioning for Call Handlers' course. Whether you're new to the field or looking to refine your skills, this course will equip you with the tools needed to handle calls more effectively, ensuring a positive experience for both parties involved.
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Dive into the world of modern business and organisations with our insightful course. Explore how knowledge, technology, ethics, and globalisation are reshaping the corporate landscape. Gain valuable insights into current trends and prepare to thrive in today's dynamic job market.