Marketing agency acquires Derbyshire study academy

Derbyshire-based marketing agency MacMartin has acquired The Marketing and Leadership Academy (TMLA).

New owners, Claire MacDonald and Anna Hutton, collaborate with local marketing experts to offer professional qualifications across Derbyshire.

TMLA remains Derbyshire’s only accredited CIM study centre, now aligned with the updated CIM syllabus.

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), the world’s largest marketing body, sets the global standard for marketing qualifications.

Claire MacDonald, MacMartin’s creative director, said: “We are delighted to welcome the esteemed team of tutors at TMLA, whose expertise will be instrumental in driving the future success of the training provider.

“While MacMartin and TMLA will continue to operate as separate entities, we see immense potential for synergy. MacMartin will stay at the forefront of industry practices, leveraging the insights gained from TMLA, while TMLA students will benefit from the real-world experience our team brings.”

TMLA will offer the Certificate in Professional and Digital Marketing (level 4) and the Diploma in Professional and Digital Marketing (level 6).

These courses take 9 to 12 months to complete, with the option to take individual modules for further specialization.

Courses will be delivered through live, online evening classes, led by expert tutors to provide flexibility for students.

The qualifications are tailored to individuals at any career stage, whether they’re building foundational skills or advancing their expertise.