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.
- Garden History: Italian Renaissance Gardens
Course start date: Mon 22 Jun 2026Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Nathalie PugetExplore the historical factors and the conditions which led to the creation of the Italian Renaissance Gardens in the 15th and 16th Centuries. Examine the technical developments and design approach as well as the wider socio economic context. The session will conclude with an assessment of the lasting impact of Italian Renaissance Gardens and our relationship with the natural environment.
Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £32.00 - Becoming confident with digital skills: file management and Windows 11 (beginners)Course start date: Mon 22 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Are you able to find the files you need on your PC or on your work's shared drive? Do you know how to search for
missing files? Have you got a system to organise your work or home files? Files are the essential components of
computer use and it is vital to manage them well, especially as cloud use becomes more common. On this course you will learn how to navigate Windows 10, essential to good file management, as well as discover more about files, become confident with the terminology and develop strategies for saving, organising, navigating and searching files of all types. You will also learn how to back up your files so you never lose them!
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 £109.00 Senior fee £87.00 Concession £55.00 - Becoming confident on Excel 365 (beginner) Course start date: Wed 24 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Are you new to Excel? Have you used Excel a little but lack confidence? Are you unsure about what you use Excel for? On this course, you will learn the key basic functions of Excel so you can begin your journey towards handling, analysing and presenting data effectively. You will learn the main functions of Excel and associated terminology. You will focus on how to create simple worksheets, enter data, present it in a logical and functioning way with formatting that makes it easy to read. You will work on using Excel in place of your calculator to make basic calculations and you will practise turning this data into simple charts and graphs. By the end of this course, you will confident enough to create your own weekly budget calculator. To do this course you'll need to be able to use a mouse, keyboard and basic computer 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 £109.00 Senior fee £87.00 Concession £55.00 - Build a website with Wix Course start date: Wed 24 Jun 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Gal SapirLearn how to create a professional-quality website without writing a single line of code. This beginner-friendly course introduces you to the Wix platform and guides you step-by-step through building your own site-from layout and design to publishing online. Perfect for small business owners, creatives, and anyone looking to establish a strong web presence quickly and easily.
Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00 - Cosmology: a study of the Universe Course start date: Thu 25 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Radmila TopalovicA short introduction to the Universe in which we explore the Big Bang, the first stars and evolution of structure in the cosmos, ordinary and exotic matter and the future for the Universe. The course is taught by Radmila Topalovic, who holds a degree in Physics with Astrophysics and a PhD in Astrochemistry.Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £84.00 - Public speaking (online) Course start date: Thu 25 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Allis MossWhatever your reasons for speaking publicly, allay your fears in this intensive online course by learning techniques for formal and impromptu speeches, introductions, discussion leading and public questioning, and boost your general confidence at the same time.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £159.00 - Grow in confidence with networking - for work and business Course start date: Fri 26 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Lila VeltzeAre you one of the estimated 90% of people who find networking daunting and difficult? If so, discover the easy way to network, and reap the benefits in your work or business life.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £45.00 - Strategic planning and decision-making: intermediate Course start date: Fri 26 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
Tutors: Vina TheodorakopoulouFurther build your career confidence by learning intermediate strategic management practices and procedures to help implement your company’s strategic plans.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00 - City Lit Pro: Using AI for Innovation and Problem SolvingCourse start date: Fri 26 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ketan VariaDiscover how artificial intelligence can support creative thinking and effective problem solving. This practical course introduces key AI tools and techniques that help you generate ideas, streamline decision-making, and tackle challenges in new ways. Ideal for professionals looking to enhance their innovation skills and apply AI in real-world scenarios.
Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £279.00 - LinkedIn: a detailed introduction Course start date: Sat 27 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Amber Raney-KincadeIn this longer, in-depth course, take a look at the crucial features to get started on building your network with LinkedIn.Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £95.00 Concession £77.00 - Excel: analysing data (stage 2) Course start date: Sun 28 Jun 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
Tutors: Abbott KatzUnlock the power of pivot tables in Excel to efficiently analyse large data sets from multiple angles. This focused course teaches you how to create, edit, and customise pivot tables using drag-and-drop functionality, calculated fields, and dynamic views. Designed for learners with a solid understanding of Excel, it’s perfect for professionals who want to gain deeper insights and present data clearly and effectively. Enrol now and start turning raw data into actionable insights!
Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00 - Presenting on the spot: advancedCourse start date: Mon 29 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Stephanie LunnTo gain greater credibility through improving your communication skills and confidently achieving a public presentation with very little time to prepare. This course will be delivered in the college.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £169.00 Concession £118.00 - Chemistry for Fun, Part 2: Inorganic: burning metals and choking gases!Course start date: Wed 1 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Gary RetallickWe look at how atoms combine, at the concept of the Mole, at the relationship between chemical reactions and energy, at the role of solvents, and at gases in the laboratory and in the atmosphere.Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £95.00 Concession £77.00 - Becoming confident with digital skills: file management and Windows 11 (Intermediate) Course start date: Thu 2 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
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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 £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £70.00 - Podcasting: improversCourse start date: Fri 3 Jul 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Vina TheodorakopoulouImprove your podcasting skills with expert guidance on structure, interviews, and production strategies - all designed to help you create compelling content with confidence and clarity, without relying on post-production editing.
Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £110.00
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