This practical self-study e-commerce course version of the globally established 5-day COB Certified E-Commerce Manager Program from the Digital Skills Authority, combines a boxset of six powerful books with access to cutting-edge e-learning.
Regular Retail Price: $610
Where to Buy? E-Learning Only Version 5-Day Classroom Program
"The COB Certified E-Commerce Manager Self-Study Course has been very advantageous to my role and future career. The course is detailed enough for both the complete e-commerce novice or those with some experience. Well worth it if you are thinking of setting up or already running an online store." Jo Brewin - Online Store Manager/IT Service Specialist Loughborough University
This valuable sales and customer-focused e-commerce self-study course will help you plan and implement a powerful online store and sell your products and services effectively.
The COB Certified E-Commerce Program is suitable for anyone involved in managing the implementation or the sales of an online store. This course is ideal for the following people:
There are a number of practical benefits to following our non-technical e-commerce management program. Here are some of them:-
"I chose to undertake the Self-Study E-Commerce Manager course so that I could study in my own time, whilst managing my work and personal commitments. I found the course very enjoyable. The topics covered exactly what I wanted to learn across the key areas of E-Commerce Management. I gained confidence in my existing knowledge and useful insights into other areas. I would certainly recommend the course to other e-commerce professionals, especially those who have come to e-commerce through other business disciplines" Jen Dargue Web & E-Commerce Manager at AMG Group
Your online lessons, powerful guides and workbooks will give you the following learning:-
Discover how a profitable store should be implemented or improved for your business!
Engage your customers to buy, subscribe and interact!
Your downloadable e-book 'Content Strategy & Customer Experience Workbook', and online lessons give you access to the following essential learning:-
Discover powerful techniques to merchandise your products and services to maximise sales, with the powerful online lessons and downloadable e-book 'Web Merchandising for Maximum Sales'.
Learn how to market your online store, products and services effectively to your target audience, in an engaging way.
Your downloadable e-books 'Email Marketing Best-Practice Guide' and 'Introduction to Digital Marketing & Advertising', and online lessons will give you the following essential learning:-
Included with training pack of six books, e-learning voucher and web merchandising product card pack, you'll have access to online quizzes, hands-on exercises, revision practice questions, and useful time and cost-saving templates.
View product and e-learning images »The length of time it takes to complete the course, depends on each individual. The modules, exercises and books take around 25 hours to complete, with an expected total of 35 hours of total study.
COB stands for Certificate in Online Business™ and there are three 'Certificates in Online Business'.
Established since 2008, leading brands from all around the world send delegates on the COB Certified courses.
Each box set is registered to one individual only and includes a unique candidate number. Individuals cannot attend an exam without either attending the COB Certified classroom course, purchasing the relevant self-study course or e-learning only edition subscription.
To ensure the authenticity of our examination process, delegates taking their exam are required to produce their unique candidate number and proof of identity.
The exam consists two practical written parts:-
Exams are taken at COB Certified Authorised Testing Centres (ATCs).
Our Authorised Testing Centre partners include universities, professional institutes and government organisations around the globe. Browse centres from the links below:
COB Certified E-Commerce Manager Exam Administration Fees $380
COB Certified E-Commerce + E-Business Manager - Special Dual Paper Exam Administration Fees $510
Exam Invigilation Fees - Paid direct to Authorised Testing Centre (ATC)Fees range from $75-$250 depending on the ATP and country
The Certificate in Online Business (COB)™ is an industry recognised qualification developed by leading industry experts, owned and provided by The Certificate in Online Business. The training which is attended by both large and small organisations globally, is the premier industry certification standard for Marketing, E-Business and E-Commerce leaders.
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This leading e-business certification course covers online business as a wider subject, rather than focusing only on e-commerce. It includes training on e-business planning and strategy, e-risk management, e-business revenue models and e-project management, instead of the web merchandising training provided in the COB Certified E-Commerce Manager Self-Study Course. Exams are charged at an additional fee.
Self-Study Box Set RRP $610 » Dual Certification Box Set Bundle Options » E-Learning Only Course $749 (including exam admin fees) »
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An Introduction to E-Commerce | ![]() |
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How to Accept Secure Web and Mobile Payments | ![]() |
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How to Avoid Chargebacks and Fraud | ![]() |
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How to Choose the Ideal E-Commerce Storefront Solution/How to Prepare Requirements | ![]() |
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E-Commerce Store Planning - Category, Product and Shipping Workshop | ![]() |
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Web Merchandising Introduction and Masterclass | ![]() |
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Introduction to International E-Commerce Law and Taxation | ![]() |
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Advanced Web Merchandising Workshop | ![]() |
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Content Planning and Information Architecture Workshops | ![]() |
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Wireframing Workshop (Optimising Web Page Layouts) | ![]() |
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The Art of Online Customer Engagement | ![]() |
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Sales Psychology and Selling Over the Internet | ![]() |
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Web Writing and SE0 Workshop | ![]() |
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Introduction to Marketing and Digital Marketing Strategy | ![]() |
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Digital and E-Business Branding | ![]() |
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Social Media Marketing and Strategy | ![]() |
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Best-Practice Email Marketing and Strategy | ![]() |
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An Introduction to Banner, Affiliate and Video Advertising | ![]() |
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Pay-Per-click Advertising + Introductory Workshops | ![]() |
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Additional Advanced Expert Opinion and Insights | ![]() |
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Exam Administration and Certification | ![]() Exam administration purchased separately or as box set add-on |
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FREE - High-Quality Training Materials and Access to Online Resource (with Valuable Time and Cost-Saving Templates) | 3 months access | 6 months access |
Six COB Certified E-Commerce Manager Course Guides and Workbooks | ![]() Colour Print with Box Set/ Protected E-Books with E-Learning Version |
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Classroom course manual with slides | ![]() |
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E-Learning voucher for 90-days e-learning | ![]() |
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Classroom interaction and discussion with other delegates | ![]() |
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First-class training at hotel or training centre venue, with daily lunch and refreshments | ![]() |
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Expert trainer feedback during training (the exercises and your business project) | ![]() |
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6-months trainer support (relating to course learning and materials) | ![]() |
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Price | Self-Study Course Box Set $610 (Excluding exam admin fees)
E-Learning Only Edition |
Public Classroom Course Place Regular Retail Price $6,950 / £5,250 Training ProvidersCourses at Your Offices (Depending on Licensed Training Provider) charged from $53,500 / £40,000 12 persons |