[BL-HL-CM-5] FAQ on CM-5000 Blended Learning Course

 

To know more about how blended learning matches up with its "brick and mortar" counterpart, you may like to read: What is a CM-5000 Blended Learning Course? or click the icon on the right.

Blended Learning 

Note for Singapore Participants.  As BCM Institute is an Authorised Training Organisation (ATO) with the Singapore government, to find out more about the various course funding for Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents (PR), please scroll down to the last segment of this blog.

Is this a new initiative?

No, this is not a new initiative. BCM Institute has always had an e-learning platform. The COVID-19 situation just allowed us to feature the courses more prominently. This is especially since we have been getting increasing requests for the CM-300 and CM-5000 courses to be conducted internationally.

What is so special about this course?

The CM-5000 Blended Learning is the first course aligned to the ISO standard (being published) and ISO TS 17091:2018 Crisis Management Guidance for Developing A Strategic Capability standard.

Is the course internationally recognized?

As the courseware and standard are no different from our "brick and mortar" course, it receives the same recognition as its face-to-face counterpart.

What is blended learning? What type(s) of learning does it comprise?

Blended learning is a course offered by BCM Institute that combines e-learning, online facilitated classes/discussions, offline self-study and assignments. Some may see it as hybrid learning.

Unlike the heavily discounted or free courses offered by top universities through Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) platforms like Udemy and Coursera, these courses are available only for limited participation. Its online modules are also conducted life, allowing for instant feedback and interaction among participants and facilitators. 

Using video conferencing ZOOM platform an online learning platform, allows one to engage fellow participants in the course. As geographic constraints do not bind it, participants would more likely be able to interact with a more international crowd.

This interaction, no different from what BCM Institute's courses are known for, would further enhance the participants understanding of implementing a CM plan and managing a CM team.

How many blended learning courses does BCM Institute have?

Can I attend more than one blended learning course at any given time?

Yes, you can, provided you ensure that the blended learning courses you signed up for does not have clashing schedules.

Can I do the blended learning at my own time and pace?

Yes, you can. You can mix and match the modules that make up the CM-5000 Blended Learning course. But do note that you are to finish the course within three months from your initial registration of the course's first module.

Is there a specific time that I need to dedicate to the webinar?

You need to refer to our course schedule for the specific time and date. 

Do you have a sample of blended learning? Video sample?

Currently, there is no sample, but we will update this page as soon as they are ready.

Who would be my facilitator, and would I have access to my facilitator outside the online training/workshop?

Your facilitators would be of the same standard as the ones you would be getting in our "brick and mortar" course; for a list of our facilitators, you will be informed by the program admin team prior to the start of the course.

They would only be available to you via email outside the training/workshop hours.

How much time (in hours) do I need to complete the CM-5000 Blended Learning?

Here is a breakdown of the time spent:

Module	Mode of Study (Online or Onsite)	Sessions	Mandatory & Fixed Timing (Hours)
	[BL] E-learning/ Self-pace and Self Study	Eight e-learning modules	-
	[BL] Facilitated Online Workshop (3 Hours Self Study = Assignment + 6 Hours Schedule Online Classes)	Two online sessions	6 (3-hour x 2 separate sessions)
Total Hours	Blended Learning [BL] Module 1 and 2 Note that participants attending Hybrid Learning [HL] will attend the same BL Module 1 and Module 2	11	6
	[BL] Web Training and Discussion Workshop (2 Hours Self Study + 3-Hour Schedule Online Classes)	Two online sessions	6 (3-hour x 2 separate sessions)
	[BL] Web Training and Discussion Workshop (2 Hours Self Study + 2 Hours Schedule Online Classes)	Two online sessions	6 (3-hour x 2 separate sessions)
Total  Hours	Blended Learning [BL] Module 3 and 4	Four  3-hour online sessions	18
	[HL] Onsite face-to-face Workshop	1-day onsite	8
	[HL] Onsite face-to-face Workshop	1-day onsite	8
Total Hours	Hybrid Learning [HL] Day 3 and Day 4	2-day onsite	16
	CMCE Qualifying Examination for Crisis Management Certified Expert (after BL-HL-CM-5 course)	-	3 and 1/2 hour
	CMCS Qualifying Examination for Crisis Management Certified Specialist (after BL-CM-3 course)	-	2 and 1/2 hour

 

Why do I need to stretch the time needed to complete the Blended Learning Course?

The stretch timing gives you more time to digest and revise the concepts taught.

 

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Pre-Requisites and Certifications

What do I need to do to attend the course?

You would need to make an upfront payment of SGD 3,850. Payment can be made via Paypal, Credit Card, Cheque and Bank/Telegraphic Transfers.

What do I need, in terms of technical specifications, to attend the course?

You would need a stable internet connection for the E-learning, Facilitated Online Workshop and Web Training and Discussion Workshops.

What is the pre-requisite for the course?

There is no pre-requisite for the course. Anyone who has an interest in BCM is welcome to join.

What certificate do I get when I finish the course, and is the certificate awarded the same as the one from a "brick and mortar" course?

You would be awarded the Crisis Management Certified Planner (CMCP) certificate, the same internationally recognised certificate you would get if you have attended, completed and passed the Qualifying Crisis Management Certified Expert (CMCE) certificate.

 

Blended Learning Regulations

Can I only attend the modules I like, or do I have to complete all components?

No, this is not possible as each module is linked, and that failure to complete each module would not allow you to obtain the internationally recognised Crisis Management Certified Planner and, eventually, the Crisis Management Certified Expert*

*See Crisis Management Certified Expert certification prerequisites for details.

What happens if I attend half of the learning and fail to complete the other half within the three weeks given? Do I still get a certificate, or do I have to re-register and pay to attend the whole course again from Day 1?

Where you stop in your blended or hybrid learning journey will determine whether you will get a certificate.

For re-registration queries, contact our program admin team, who can guide you based on your situation.

Can I opt out for blended learning halfway and rejoin a brick-and-mortar class later?

No, you cannot opt-out halfway. The course is not structured to allow such changes.

If I already earn and am a CMCP certificate holder, can I do part of the course?

You can only join from Module 2 as the pre-requisite to attend Modules 3 and 4 is the completion of Module 2. Contact our team to find out more about joining the Module 2, 3 and 4 course

 

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Singapore Funding for CM-5000 Crisis Management Expert Implementer Course

These are the funding that is available for Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents.

Is there funding available for blended learning?

CITREP+

Currently, the only funding available is Singapore's IMDA CITREP+ funding. The same funding is available for the "brick and mortar" CM-5000 Crisis Management Expert Implementer course.

To know more about CITREP+ funding and who is eligible to claim, read about it here.

SkillsFuture Claim

With effect from April 2020, Singaporeans can claim SGD 500.  Click an icon to read more

What if I fail the examination meant to claim my IMDA CITREP+ funding?

Your course fees include a free re-examination (i.e. 2nd, try at the examination). Those who fail on their first try would also be given an analysis of which parts they are weak at and access to online recorded revision sessions. 

Feedback and results received showed that these helped tremendously for those who came back to do their re-examination. 

But if in the case that you do fail again, you would need to make a Singapore Dollar (SGD) 250 re-examination fee payment. You can send in the passing re-examination result to make your IMDA claim as long as it is done within one year of starting the course. 

What is the difference between the CM-5000 Blended Learning and the WSQ course?

We are using the latest CM standard, while WSQ uses the Singapore WSQ requirements with no or little discussion on how it relates to international CM Standards. This course also teaches you how to work with senior management and manage maturing CM programs.

Why is there a difference in assessment for Singapore and non-Singapore course participants?

The Singaporean and Singapore Permanent Resident claiming the IMDA CITREP funding has to complete and show proof of passing the online Qualifying Crisis Management Certified Expert (CMCE) examination before funds can be reimbursed to them.