The course provides a basic knowledge of professional public relations practice and the skills and techniques required of a successful Public Relations Officer. It is designed for persons already engaged either directly or indirectly, or who intend to seek a career in the exciting field of public relations. The course introduces practical skills and techniques used in putting into practice the many facets of public relations theory.

Students in this course will study a range of topics that include:

• communication and persuasion
• pr objectives and formulas
•  surveys
•  the expense and returns in pr
• corporate image
• writing reports, speeches and media releases
• organising media conferences advertising.

The objective of this course is to help students develop skills in the planning and management of a small rural property. Students are encouraged to develop new skills in Natural resources management, Goal setting and skills development, Budgeting and financial management, and Business enterprise planning.

Students in this course will study a range of topics that include:
• buying a small rural property
• taking care of the land
• do I have what it takes?
• can I afford my dream?
 • produce to market.

This self-paced course is a practical approach to developing communication skills with Japanese hotel guests. It was designed to include an introduction to Japanese culture as well as a basic vocabulary used within the hospitality industry.

Students in this course will study a range of topics that include:

• pronunciation, greetings and farewells
• dialogues
• grammatical explanation and cultural insights; counting and telling time
• opening and closing times
• the art of apologising to guests
• offering services to and requesting services of guests.

A comprehensive introduction to the small business operation of running a Bed and Breakfast accommodation. This course is designed to assist you on how to run a Bed and Breakfast efficiently and successfully. The course will help you to discover the hidden pitfalls and covers the management issue in the Bed and Breakfast accommodation industry. Students in this course will study a range of topics that include:

• deciding whether you have the right blend of personality traits to  make a good host of a b & b
• calculating how much you will need to spend to bring your house up to the standard expected of a paying guest
• investigating the visitor potential in your locality to ensure a clientele for your b & b
• drawing up a business plan
• keeping appropriate financial records
• dealing professionally and effectively with guests
• understanding the importance of diligent housekeeping
• making your marketing dollar go further

This course covers all facets of the organisation and management of social, professional, or sporting clubs, as well as charitable organisations. Topics cover the various activities, positions and responsibilities to ensure the club or organisation functions smoothly and efficiently. This course is designed to provide skills for those seeking a career in the administration of a business, professional and special interest groups, recreation and sport clubs, P&C associations, or for those seeking general administrative knowledge. Students in this course will study a range of topics that include:

• effective and efficient leadership
• personal skills
• interviewing; audience analysis and problem solving
• report writing and feature writing
• personal pr
• meeting procedures
• organising seminars and fund raising
• press releases
• public speaking
• legal and accounting procedures.