Angela Tennent, Programme Director on our Developing Your Core Consulting Skills (DYCCS) professional development programme, has been working in partnership with the Executive Education team at Bayes Business School (formerly Cass) since 2018 . We asked her about the DYCCS programme, and how it supports consultants thrive and become leaders.

How did you end up bringing  your expertise to Bayes?

“I started my career at Deloitte, gaining experience in finance and consulting, working in both the UK and Australia. My time at Deloitte culminated in a leadership position, managing the UK firm’s National Leadership and Development Programme for managers up to partnership.

Subsequently, I co-founded a business training consultancy which provides clients with a wide range of financial and business development training programmes. In 2018, I joined Elevation Learning as a Principal Consultant, before becoming CEO in 2019. Elevation Learning have built a strong working partnership with Bayes Business School (formerly Cass) over many years. I am proud to be able to continue developing and strengthening this relationship.

Tell us more about the DYCCS programme?

“I find it energising and inspiring to work with groups of highly engaged and knowledgeable professionals, from diverse backgrounds and specialisms, who are keen to learn and develop their consulting skills.”

Tutoring on the DYCCS programme is an opportunity to share my experience and knowledge with individuals who are seeking to elevate their consulting delivery skills and capabilities.

My background means I have a wealth of experience in client management and project delivery, ensuring the DYCCS programme is a stimulating learning experience grounded in ‘real-world’ application.

My goal when tutoring the DYCCS programme is to ensure the delegates not only enhance their consulting skills and abilities but also leave with the inspiration to add further value and make a real difference in their business.

Who is the DYCCS programme for and what are  the programme's benefits?

The DYCCS programme is for professional and subject matter specialists who want to assist clients analyse business problems, identify solutions, and achieve results. It is designed for both external consultants and internal business partners.

It is aimed at those:

• Early in their careers who wish to develop their knowledge and skills
• Experienced practitioners who wish to refine and update their skills, insights, and approaches
• Individuals aspiring to leverage their expertise and transition to a consulting career.

What do delegates get out of attending the DYCCS programme?

Delegates leave the DYCCS programme equipped with the ability to:

• Apply a consistent and effective approach to consulting project delivery.
• Diagnose client issues to develop persuasive recommendations which add value and achieve project outcomes.
• Develop strong trust-based relationships through effective communication and collaboration with clients and colleagues.
• Manage and exceed client expectations, enhancing client retention and identifying upselling opportunities.

• Close out projects to ensure maximum client satisfaction, capture learning, and maintain the client relationship.

“In my experience, delegates leave the DYCCS programme feeling empowered, motivated, and confident.”

Find out more: information about the Developing Your Core Consulting Skills programme

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