Professional development

• Certificate of School Business Management
  • Who is CSBM for?
  • Programme details
  • Accreditation
  • Costs
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Certificate of School Business Management

The Certificate of School Business Management (CSBM) provides participants with the skills and expertise to perform the role of school business manager (SBM), and ultimately to improve school effectiveness.

CSBM is one of several training opportunities that we offer SBMs.

Who can apply?

You must either be an SBM or want to be an SBM, currently performing all or part of the SBM role at either senior administrator or management level.

Applicants are split into three categories, please check the eligibility for each category to see which is appropriate for you.

What’s involved?

CSBM comprises six modules, three of which are mandatory, the others are selected by you depending on your experience and learning requirements. How you complete the modules is flexible, you can complete work via online modules, face-to-face workshops or facilitated online activities – your programme tutor will help you to decide the best route for you.

Duration

Between 9 and 18 months, depending on your route through the programme.

Cost

Costs vary depending on your circumstances.

Find out more

• About the role of SBM.
• Download our fact sheet.
• Explore the online SBM introduction module available to members.
• Contact the school business management team at sbm@nationalcollege.org.uk to discuss eligibility queries.

Apply

The application round is now open.