We're part of a rapidly increasing BID industry which means that quality is increasingly paramount to voters. This qualification reassures voters that staff are in place with the appropriate skillset and can be considered industry leaders. The course provides an opportunity to network with peers in the industry and cover all facets of the BID environment. The Certificate in BID Management is the industry’s only formal qualification and since its launch in 2013 has fast established a record of assisting in graduate’s career development.
Lucy Stansford - Nottingham BID
John Coward - Nottingham BID
Simon Jenner - Leicester BID
Craig Hurring - South Bank
Glen Hempenstall - Uxbridge BID
Jill Farnsworth - Watford BID
Cheryl Williams - Colwyn BID
James Dunham - Leicester BID
Leonna Staple - Twickenham BID
“I have thoroughly enjoyed doing the CiBM course and have found it of great use. Not only do you get a grounding of your knowledge and get to share best practice and ideas, you also meet a great group of people who will support each other and become friends throughout and beyond. I would recommend the course to anyone.”
“I enjoyed this very professional and comprehensive BID course and having the opportunity to meet other BID Managers from around the UK. Doing the research project was both demanding and rewarding at the same time!”
“I would recommend the CiBM course to all aspiring BID managers and those that whom are relatively new to the role. The greatest element of the course was the sharing of knowledge and experiences from all sectors of the BID world, whilst refreshing my knowledge of the industry. Furthermore, this course encouraged me to undertake a in depth evaluation of the consumers that use Bexleyheath BID area by way of the extended essay.”
“This intensive programme, clearly defines the management responsibilities of a BID, with clear information, insights and inclusive support. I found studying with other BID managers to be hugely beneficial in developing best practice and a more critical path to success.”
“I’ve recently completed my CiBM and thoroughly enjoyed the process from start to finish. The lessons were useful and I learnt skills that I can apply to my existing role at Winchester BID. I enjoyed the research piece and completed the course having written a dissertation that can be used to benefit the work of the BID moving forwards.”
“The Certificate in BID Management Course was superb learning experience and brought together so many elements to provide a rich and varied overview of BIDs. It has reinforced certain aspects of my work and helped me grow and develop other areas that I felt I needed support and guidance on. It was also very enjoyable to be with such an interesting group of colleagues and mentors, I would recommend it highly.”
“The CIBM was a fantastic experience and one which I would thoroughly recommend to both aspiring and experienced BID personnel. It provided an excellent opportunity to network with peers and a comprehensive look at all aspects of working in the BID industry. The speakers were engaging and knowledgeable and offered unrivalled insights into their respective topics.”
Click here to read some of the dissertations from our graduates
2018
Paul Spencer, Winchester BID
Amie Mullen, Lowestoft Vision BID
Sally Gilborn, North Notts BID
Sam Murray, Manor Royal BID
Amy Williams, Newcastle Under Lyme BID
Claudia Moore, Weymouth BID
Patricia Park, Successful Sutton BID
Shahrukh Bhatty, Southbank BID
Indranie Sookdeo, Southbank BID
2017
WIlma Sagoe, Ilford BID
Sarah Nelson, Mansfield BID
Jane Bastock, Winchester BID
Patrick Knight, Plymouth City Council
Mike Crane, Uxbridge BID
Diane Mansell, Soho Road BID
Nikki Rolls, Walsall Council
Gerry Barwick, Twickenham BID
Susan Shaw, Richmond Council
Mike Truelove, Hereford BID
Natalie Dickson, Nottingham BID
Daniel O'Neill, Acocks Green Village BID
Brian Albuquerque, Wandsworth Council
Marcia Greenwood, Northfield BID
Thomas Zane-Black, Your Bromley BID
Amy Sheppard, Winchester BID
Lorinda Freint, Wandsworth Council
Charlotte Wickins, Chichester BID
Tony Garrett, Bexleyheath BID
2016
Steve Sawyer, Manor Royal BID
Matthew John, HammersmithLondon
Nic Durston, Southbank BID
Nicola Grant, Putney Town Centre
Alicia Mosquito, Westside BID
Will Dyson, WeAreWaterloo
Chris Travers, Orpington 1st
Rupert Basham, HammersmithLondon
2015
Jo Hawkins, Destination Bristol
Ross Feeney, Successful Sutton
Andrew Mitchell, Alloa BID
Tammy Sleet, Wimborne
2014
Ben Collins, Ilford BID
Rebecca Handley, Kingstonfirst
Lee Walker, Ipswich Central
Katie Lindsey, Baker Street Quarter
Andrew Cooper, Bath BID
Maris Puks, Waterloo Quarter
Alison Shaw, BID Leamington
Josyanne Thatcher, Cornwall Council
Alison Dewey, Southend BID
2013
Julie Thorneycroft, Northampton BID
Hasanul Hoque, Camden Town Unlimited
Frances Forrest, Vauxhall One
Ann Hunter, Ealing Broadway BID
Russell Downing, Newbury BID
Cherry Shine, Wolverhampton Council
Robin Hibbert, New West End Company
Catherine Turness, Winchester BID
