Since our business was launched we have sent and received over 800,000 emails, among these we have found that 20-30 questions come up over and over again. We have posted these question and answer exchanges below to help you more quickly learn all about our certification programs.

When do your training programs begin and end?

Our programs are opn twice a year for participation once in the spring and once again in the fall. We are taking in participants right now for the Spring 2010 Session. Fall 2010 Session will open for registration on July 10th, 2010.

What is the tuition due for each program?

Tuition for each of our training programs is $710.

We charge less in tuition than most University courses while trying to deliver the most practial, valuable, and hands-on training on these niche subjects as possible.

If you cannot afford $710 we have payment plans available and if you would like to apply for a 15%-40% needs-based scholarship discount please submit our scholarship application.

What are the benefits of completing your certification programs?

Our certification programs can help you:

Quickly gain specialized knowledge within highly valuable business niches
Enhance your credibility, resume, and total value in the marketplace
Complete our training programs in 6-12 months from anywhere in the world

How much will it cost to complete two of your certification programs over the next year?

Each of our programs costs a flat fee of $710, there are no technology fees, testing fees, testing center fees or study aides to purchase. The only additional fees couuld come from changing your examination session ($35) or failing and then re-taking the examination for your program ($127). You may complete as many of our certification programs as you would like but you may only enroll in four at any one point in time and we recommend only completing one or two at a time if you are also working or completing coursework elsewhere. Two courses within our program would cost $1,420.

What if I have questions about the materials before the examination? Who should I turn to?

If you have specific questions about your program please see the program resource hub created for that certification within BusinessTraining.com. If the study guide found within the resource hub does not help please review our FAQ here, or email our team at Team@BusinessTraining.com and we will help answer your question.

How long will it take to receive my grade after I have completed the examination?

Grading is completed within 4 weeks of your examination and grades are sent exactly 4 weeks after your examination date. If you passed, you will soon receive your certificate. If you fail, you will have the chance to re-register for $127 to complete the program again if you want.

How can I gain access to the BT Business Association?

As alumni you are qualified to receive 6 months free access to the BT Business Association for each certification which you complete and lifetime membership for just $7/month instead of $47/month. To gain access to this membership association please email us at Team@BusinessTraining.com.

How can I utilize the "author status" position I have earned as alumni?

Please take a look at the websites that we run as seen at the bottom footer of our free resources website at this URL: http://BusinessTraining.com/resources. Review the sites within our network and then write a 100% original piece of advice, best practices, an email based interview, or a book review related to one of those topics. Our team will then review the piece and if it fits the goals of the site it will be published with your byline or link back to your personal website or profile online at Linkedin.com or elsewhere. To submit the article please mail us at Team@BusinessTraining.com.

Why should I consider hiring someone who has completed one of your certification programs?

Some professionals are pro-active and take their level of knowledge and career seriously. They constantly re-invest in themselves and improve how efficiently and effectively they can produce results for their employers. However some other professionals are very slick talkers and marketers of themselves and they can sometimes outshine the genuine hard working and well trained professionals who would help your company make more money. The certification programs we offer are the most challenging in the business world and if someone has completed one or several of these it is because they have dedicated hundreds of hours in studying these concepts and best practices and at some level have mastered them.

Why should I pay for my employees to complete one of your certification programs?

Our programs are built based on what is practical and used in the marketplace today. We do not use traditional textbooks or even professors in most cases, instead we rely on expert interviews, what really works in the real world, and case studies. Our programs can help select members of your company or whole teams move up the learning curve in just 6-12 months within several high value niches that can pay dividends back to your company in more effective, efficient, creative, and motivated employees. If you pay for an employee or set of employees to complete our program and they do not receive valuable best practices, tips, and valuable strategies you may email us and request your full tuition refund. We are dedicated to making our programs worth not $710, but at least $7,100 each - our goal is to create programs which are worth 10x more than the tuition paid for them.

What makes the certification programs offered at BusinessTraining.com different from other professional designations?

There are three main differences which include focus, application, and price.

Our programs are the #1 most challenging business designation and certification programs
The certification programs we offer not mandated by a university, not based on theory, and do not slog through slow moving 400 page textbooks. Our programs are built based on what is practical, considered a best practice, and is valuable today in the real business world.
The business designation and certification programs we offer all cost $710 each, less than a typical 3 credit course at a university - yet you receive more practical knowledge and training and you are able to add this third party verification of your specialized knowledge to your resume.

What will I be able to add to my resume after completing this program? What tangible benefit I will recieve in terms of positioning my knowledge and skills against others competing for simliar jobs?

Participants who complete our program and pass our challenging examination should be able to a new entry to their resume or online business profile along with three bullet points which describe the new tactics, abilities, and strategies the participant has picked up within the program. Please login to BusinessTraining.com after you have registered to view suggestions on what may be added to your resume once you have completed the specific program you have signed up for.

I live outside of the United States, can I still earn one of your business certifications?

Yes, we have crafted the designation programs that we offer so that you may take the test online from anywhere in the world. By using a dual layered IP tracking and password system, and by making the exam timed we allow participants to complete the examination from their place of work or home anywhere in the world. In the past 18 months alone we have had participants complete our program from the UK, Switzerland, China, India, Australia, South Africa, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Japan, and over 30 additional countries.

I know that I want to earn one of your certification programs, how do I register for the program?

Registration opens only twice a year and is restricted to a group of 250 professionals every Spring and Fall Session. Spring Session opens on January 10th and Fall Session opens on July 10th each year and once each session reaches the 250 participant limit registration will close down until the next session begins. If you are looking for the registration page it may be found by clicking here.

I have read that your certification programs are very challenging and rigorous, what happens if I do not pass the exam? Can I take it again?

Yes, anyone who has failed one of our programs may take it a second or third time. Also if you miss your examination date this is considered a failing grade as well. If you miss your scheduled exam date or fail the exam there is a $127 fee to retake the exam, complete this form by clicking here.

What if I register for a program and then change my mind. Can I get a full refund for the cost of the program?

Yes, you may receive a full refund if you decide not to complete the program. We provide a 100% no questions asked refund within the first 3 weeks regardless of the reason, this allows you to evaluate our study guide, required readings, and the industry tools and educational video content provided to you within BusienssTraining.com and the BT Business Association as part of your membership. To cancel your registration please send us your request in writing to this address within 3 weeks of registering to the following address: G.T.C. Institute, LLC 3300 NW 185th Avenue Suite #108 Portland, OR 97229. To change your registration date from one period to another costs $35 and this can be completed by completing the form found here. If you do not change your exam date within 48 hours before your scheduled examination and you miss your exam you will have to pay the full $127 re-take fee and complete the form found here. This is the same fee paid by those who fail the exam.

Where can I buy the books that are required to study for the designation programs you offer?

First register for a program and then login to BusinessTraining.com to gain access to the resource hub for this program. There you will the multimedia resources, require readings, study guide, and tips for completing that specific certification program.

What are the prerequisites for the completing your certification programs?

We do not have prerequsite experience or educational requirements to complete our programs because we have constructed programs and examinations which are the most challenging available in the business world. Regardless of whether you have 1 or 20 years of experience you will not be able to pass our examinations unless you really have studied the required materials and learned a great deal on the niche business subject you have chosen to complete a program on.

What score do I need to pass the examinations offered within your programs?

To pass you must earn a grade of 80% or higher. While the exam is designed to be rigorous and thorough most individuals who have read the required readings and invested a significant amount of time studying for the test should do well. The exam is offered 100% online so you may complete it from your place of work or from home if you wish. The exam uses a dual layered IP tracking and password system to prevent abuse and it has successfully been used with over 1,000 program participants in the past.

Do I need to pass each module of the test to pass the whole exam?

No, an overall grade of 80% is all that is required to pass.

I am currently a student. What are the benefits of earning one of your certification programs for me?

Our programs have been designed for experienced business professionals and students alike. As a student you will gain critical knowledge needed to compete within the area of business you prefer to work in. This program can also help you obtain internships because our team provides networking, resume construction, resume template, and internship video advice resources. Starting your career with this knowledge base can save you years of job experimentation within various roles. As a BusinessTraining.com certification holder you have an advantage over others with the same degree, employers seek those who have taken the initiative to gain additional knowledge relevant to their career.

What methods of payment are accepted for the tuition?

We accept web or fax-based credit card and debit card orders, payment by check, Western Union, or Paypal. To register for the program please click here.

If you have additional questions please use the Click to Chat button to the left to send us a message or send us an email at Team@BusinessTraining.com.

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