<p>Introduction to Business Management is a free online course on Alison that explains how managers coordinate business activity to improve productivity. It introduces Six Sigma principles, project management fundamentals, and strategic analysis used in business development.</p><ul><li>Estimated workload: 3-4 hours, self-paced</li><li>Cost: free to enrol and study; an optional CPD-accredited certificate can be purchased from the Alison Shop</li><li>Outcome: Alison certificate on achieving 80% or higher in each course assessment</li><li>Eligibility: open to anyone; no prerequisites</li><li>Topics: business management basics, operations management, strategic analysis, business development, Six Sigma</li></ul><p>Learners sign up on Alison and work through the modules at their own pace.</p>