CPD courses
Build skills and stay ahead with our range of CPD training courses – expertly designed to suit every level of professional. Future-proof your workforce, drive growth and commercial success through rigorous professional development training.
Deliver skills training and CPD to over 18,000 professionals worldwide each year
40+ years’ experience helping businesses and learners to meet their skills gaps
55% of all CPD courses delivered are tailored to our client’s needs
Our CPD courses
Ensure your workforce stays ahead of the curve with professional development courses that develop technical skills and enhance professional knowledge. Delivered by sector experts, your employees will experience high-quality learning that aligns with your unique business needs.
We constantly update and evolve our CPD portfolio to meet the ever-changing workforce skills challenges of today and the future. These professional courses cover a wide variety of fields and sectors, giving you the freedom to choose courses that meet your skills and development challenges. Employees will build expert understanding and how to apply their knowledge for day-one impact.
CPD courses by subject
Tailored CPD that fit your business needs
You know what skills your business needs – and we know how to help you develop them. We work with you to identify knowledge and skills gaps and create engaging training programmes, tailored to your specific requirements, timescales and budget.
BPP's CPD training courses will...
Continuously improve employee competency and efficiency
Retain talent by demonstrating your investment in their development
Tailor courses to fit your specific requirements, including in-house training
Fulfil regulatory requirements for evidenced CPD
Keep their technical skills and regulatory qualifications up to date
Fill important knowledge gaps and build new, effective skills
Improve their ability to deal with ever-evolving issues confidently and efficiently
Stay informed on current topics and industry changes
Keep their professional approach up to date with changes in the market
Meet the Programme team
Liz Roberts - Director of Programmes
A senior lecturer and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, Liz brings a wealth of academic and professional expertise to her role. She is a non-practising solicitor, and uses her industry experience to lead the strategic planning, development and delivery of programmes within the Professional Development team.
Vicky Walden - Head of Law Programmes
After eight years as an employment lawyer at DAC Beachcroft where she advised public and private clients on complex legal matters, Vicky transitioned into legal training in 2014. Vicky focuses on the training and development of trainees, professionals and future leaders, creating high-impact training initiatives for all career stages.
Jo Lee - Head of Leadership, Management and Personal Effectiveness Programmes
Jo has extensive professional experience across industries, from financial services, public sector, aerospace and retail, and has designed impactful learning solutions to organisations globally. Whether she's working with executive boards, sales teams, HR directors or emerging managers, Jo ensures maximum relevance and effectiveness at all levels.
Terry Rickeard - Head of Audit Programmes
Terry’s professional experience ranges over 18 years in Big 4, challenger and public sector audit firms, where he worked in both methodology technical teams and training teams. Terry works with both qualified and unqualified auditors, and delivers relevant trainee training to support accounting qualifications.
Sue Parvis - Head of Financial Reporting Training Programmes
Sue is a seasoned financial reporting expert, and Head of Financial Reporting at BPP. Having worked in audit at KPMG, she has led engagements across a range of industries, from technology and energy to media and pharmaceuticals. Her deep technical knowledge spans IFRS, UK GAAP, US GAAP, and public sector accounting, and she is a trusted adviser to FTSE 100 and 350 companies. She is currently at the forefront of ISSB implementation and AI integration in financial reporting and business models.
Andy Wilkes - Programme Manager, Business and Finance Programmes
Andy is a qualified trainer and CIMA accredited management accountant. He is our management accounting lead, and specailises in teaching finance to managers to help improve financial efficiency within organisations. With a wide range of experience across sectors, Andy brings unique professional perspectives and invaluable real-world insights to his courses.
Claire Glover - Programme Manager, Tax
Claire brings a wealth of knowledge with over 15 years in the finance sector, from qualifying with a Big 4 firm to serving as finance director at a successful SME. She has spent over seven years dedicated to professional training, developing and delivering a comprehensive suite of accountancy, tax, and insolvency programmes aimed at all career levels.
Dave Marlow - Programme Manager, Financial Modelling
Dave is an accomplished financial training consultant, experienced at designing, developing, and delivering blended accounting, financial analysis, and financial modelling training programmes. His career has spanned roles at PwC, BG Consulting Ltd, and CTG/ILX.
“BPP has become a valued training and development resource to us. It creates professional training programmes according to our specifications and offers advice when needed. BPP also makes it easy for us to deploy the same training in different regions because it is culturally aware and sensitive to the differences required by each region round the globe.”
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses are designed for professionals to keep their skills and knowledge updated through lifelong learning. These professional courses enable individuals to build expertise and develop in their careers. Many CPD courses are accredited by professional bodies, ensuring courses are high-quality and professionally relevant.