Business, Marketing & Technology Courses Online & In London
Excited by new technology, scientific breakthroughs or business success? Want to improve your digital skills for the workplace or for personal use? Or perhaps you'd like to delve deeper into nature, conservation or astronomy? We offer a wide range of digital skills courses to support your learning and career development. Whether you're interested in marketing, business skills, web design and programming, Python data analysis, we have something for you. Stay ahead with our Generative AI and machine learning courses, designed to help you understand emerging technologies and apply them in real-world scenarios. Use this simple guide to help you explore our complete range of courses.
Develop your skillset for a digital future
Discover our practical courses in social media, digital marketing, Canva, business skills, and start-up development which are ideal for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and anyone growing their online presence.
To meet the demands of today’s digital economy, we’ve introduced cutting-edge courses in FinTech, Blockchain, Financial Modelling with AI, and Cybersecurity for Business. These are perfect for professionals looking to stay ahead in digital finance, tech innovation, and data security.
We also offer short courses focused on the ethical and strategic use of AI, including Ethics in AI, AI in Business, Generative AI Strategy and Governance, and City Lit Pro: Using AI for Innovation and Problem Solving. These courses help learners understand the societal and business impact of emerging technologies and make informed, responsible decisions.
Staff training and employee development
City Lit offers flexible, customised corporate training solutions to help your team stay competitive in today’s fast-paced digital workplace. Our employee development courses are available in-person, online, or in hybrid formats.
Training Areas Include:
- Programming and web development
- Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- AutoCAD
- Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Digital marketing and social media strategy
- Podcasting and content creation
- Generative AI and AI tools
- Financial Technologies (FinTech) and machine learning
- Cybersecurity for business
Why Choose City Lit for Staff Training?
- Over 20 years of experience delivering bespoke workplace training in London
- Flexible delivery: online, in-person, or hybrid
- Courses tailored to your organisation’s goals and employee skill levels
- Expert tutors with industry experience
Browse our business and marketing courses in London and enrol today to start learning marketing, business skills, web design and programming, Python data analysis and Generative AI and machine learning.
- Becoming confident on Windows 11Course start date: Wed 10 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Are you new to Windows 11? Do you know how to navigate your way round it and take advantage of its many features. Knowing how to use Windows 11 is essential for your digital skills work. This course will help you get to grips with this new operating system so you can use it efficiently and effectively.. It will open doors to the main elements of the software, as well as some of its less accessible applications and tools.
This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information Click here
Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £50.00 - Becoming confident on Word 365 (beginner)Course start date: Thu 11 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Are you new to Word and word processing? Do you want to learn this essential skill both for work and private life? This course will help you create and organise digital letters and short documents.You will learn all the basic functions of creating documents: adding, copying, moving and formatting text, inserting pictures and creating tables, checking spelling and grammar, changing the page layout and printing different documents accurately. All you need is enthusiasm, and confidence using a mouse and basic keyboard functions.
This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information Click here
Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £40.00 - Understanding Ethics in AI
Course start date: Thu 11 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Vina TheodorakopoulouThis is a short introduction to Ethics in AI for non-technical beginners who aspire to drive responsible AI design and use. This course will enable you to strike a balance between the potential benefits and risks of AI technology.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00 - Business skills for creative businesses Course start date: Thu 11 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
Tutors: Christine RobertsonLearn the essential skills to start, grow, and manage a successful small business in the creative industries. This practical course covers everything from business planning and marketing to finance and operations, helping you turn your creative passion into a thriving enterprise.
Full fee £369.00 Senior fee £295.00 Concession £240.00 - Wildlife Lunchtime Lecture: Elephant conservation in Africa Course start date: Fri 12 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Barnaby PhillipsThe ivory trade ban has stopped the mass slaughter of Africa’s elephants, but elephants and people are increasingly in conflict over land and resources. Do elephants have a future? Tutor: Barnaby Phillips.
Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £15.00 Concession £12.00 - Cyber security essentials: a short introduction Course start date: Sat 13 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
Tutors: Sathish BoiniStart your cyber security journey with this hands-on course. Learn essential protections and deploy basic controls to secure your data - enrol now and stay safe online.
Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00 - Find your way without a map: Orienting from natural signs Course start date: Sun 14 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Off Site
Tutors: Christopher CollierSee nature in a whole new way by learning some basic, practical tips for navigating via natural clues and signs. You’ll never be lost without your phone again! Please note that this is a one-off, offsite session. Meeting point:Hampstead Heath overground (Mildmay Line)
Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £29.00 - Excel: analysing data (stage 1) Course start date: Sun 14 Jun 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
Tutors: Abbott KatzBuild confidence working with complex data sets in Excel and learn how to draw meaningful conclusions and recommendations for non-technical stakeholders. This practical course focuses on using pivot tables, formatting techniques, and developing clear, insightful commentary to support decision-making. Perfect for professionals with basic Excel knowledge who want to enhance their analytical skills and communicate data effectively across teams. Join today and start making smarter decisions with your data!
Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00 - AI in Business: Exploring Concepts and Real-World Applications Course start date: Tue 16 Jun 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Vina TheodorakopoulouUnlock the power of artificial intelligence in business with this engaging 6-hour course. Designed for professionals across industries, you'll demystify key AI concepts and explore practical applications that drive innovation, efficiency, and growth. Stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape by understanding how AI is transforming decision-making, operations, and customer experience..
Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00 - WordPress: intermediate Course start date: Tue 16 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
Tutors: Julian HoldenTake your basic WordPress skills to the next level by using plugins and widgets to add new functionality, and by editing and creating theme files to customise the look of your site.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00 - Learning to use your smartphone (Android)Course start date: Wed 17 Jun 2026 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Does your smartphone confuse you? Are you unsure how to make the most of its many features? Understanding and navigating your way round a smartphone is now as important as being able to use a regular computer. This short course will help you understand your Android smartphone, troubleshoot problems and use some of the most popular apps. By the end of the course you will be confident you can use or find out how to use the key features of your phone.
This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information Click here
Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £25.00 - Excel: tables and charts Course start date: Fri 19 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
Tutors: Aurica JalbaLearn to create clear Excel tables and turn your data into effective charts in this short, hands-on course. No advanced skills needed-just a desire to present data professionally. Enrol now and start visualising your data!
Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £45.00 - Create presentations and brochures using CanvaCourse start date: Fri 19 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Yolanda De Los Bueis UnanuaLearn how to design professional-quality presentations and brochures using Canva’s intuitive platform. This practical course is ideal for small businesses, marketing professionals, and anyone looking to promote a project with visually compelling materials. You’ll gain the skills to create impactful graphics for both display and distribution, while mastering Canva’s user-friendly tools to bring your ideas to life.
Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £51.00 - Blogging: build your own blog using WordPressCourse start date: Sun 21 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Swati PanditLearn how to create and manage your own blog with WordPress in this beginner-friendly course. Discover how to design your site, publish content, and grow your online presence-perfect for aspiring bloggers, creatives, and professionals looking to raise their profile and share their voice online.
Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00 - Astrophysics: an introductionCourse start date: Sun 21 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Radmila TopalovicA short introduction to the science of astrophysics which explores the physics of stars, galaxies, planets and black holes, as well as theoretical topics such as solar system formation. The course is taught by Radmila Topalovic, who holds a degree in Physics with Astrophysics and a PhD in Astrochemistry.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £45.00
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