Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing our website at unitedconsortium.co.uk or enrolling in any of our programmes, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use our website or services.

These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and United Consortium for Business Ltd. Please read them carefully before using our services.

2. About United Consortium

United Consortium for Business Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales (Company No. 15740986), providing professional education and executive training services. Our registered address is Unit 39–40 Skyline Village, Limeharbour, London E14 9TS.

3. Use of Our Website

Permitted use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree to use the website in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to UK data protection and intellectual property laws.

Prohibited conduct

You must not:

• Use the website in any way that breaches applicable law or regulation
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems or networks
• Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful material
• Reproduce, duplicate, or resell any part of our website without express permission
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the website without our written consent
• Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity

4. Programme Enrolment and Fees

Enrolment process

Enrolment in our programmes is subject to availability and acceptance by United Consortium. Submitting an enquiry or application does not guarantee a place. We reserve the right to decline enrolment at our discretion.

Fees and payment

• All programme fees are quoted in British Pounds Sterling (GBP) and are inclusive of applicable taxes unless otherwise stated
• Payment must be received in full before the programme start date, unless a payment plan has been agreed in writing
• We accept payment by bank transfer, credit card, and debit card
• Fees are subject to change; however, any changes will not affect enrolments already confirmed

What's included

Programme fees include access to all scheduled teaching sessions, course materials, and, where applicable, assessment and certification. Fees do not include travel, accommodation, meals, or any personal expenses unless explicitly stated.

5. Cancellation and Refund Policy

Cancellation by you

• More than 30 days before start: Full refund, less a £100 administrative fee
• 15–30 days before start: 50% refund of the programme fee
• Less than 15 days before start: No refund, but you may transfer your place to another person (subject to eligibility) or defer to a future cohort (one deferral permitted)

Cancellation by us

If we cancel a programme for any reason (including insufficient enrolments or unforeseen circumstances), you will receive a full refund or the option to transfer to an alternative programme or future cohort.

Cooling-off period

If you enrolled as a consumer (i.e., an individual acting outside your trade, business, or profession), you have the right to cancel within 14 days of enrolment under the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013, provided the programme has not yet commenced.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this website and within our programme materials — including text, graphics, logos, images, course content, presentations, videos, assessments, and software — is the property of United Consortium for Business Ltd or its licensors and is protected by UK and international copyright laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, display, or create derivative works from any of our materials without our prior written consent. Programme materials are licensed for your personal, non-commercial educational use only.

7. CPD Accreditation and Certificates

Where programmes are described as CPD-accredited or CPD-pending, the following applies:

• CPD certificates are issued upon satisfactory completion of programme requirements, including attendance and any assessments
• CPD hours stated are indicative and subject to the accrediting body's final determination
• We make no guarantee that CPD hours earned will be accepted by your particular employer, professional body, or regulatory authority — it is your responsibility to verify this in advance
• Certificates remain the property of United Consortium and may be revoked if obtained through fraud or misrepresentation

8. User Conduct

Participants in our programmes are expected to:

• Behave professionally and respectfully towards instructors, staff, and fellow participants
• Attend sessions punctually and participate constructively
• Respect the confidentiality of case studies, discussions, and other participants' personal information
• Not record, photograph, or broadcast any session without prior written consent
• Comply with the policies and procedures of any venue hosting our events

We reserve the right to remove any participant who breaches these standards, without refund.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• United Consortium shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our website or participation in our programmes
• Our total liability for any claim arising from our services shall not exceed the fees paid by you for the relevant programme
• We are not liable for any loss of business, revenue, profits, anticipated savings, or data

10. Disclaimers

Our website and services are provided "as is" and "as available." While we endeavour to keep information accurate and up to date, we make no warranties or representations, express or implied, regarding:

• The completeness, accuracy, or reliability of content on our website
• The availability or uninterrupted operation of our website
• Specific career outcomes, business results, or financial returns from our programmes
• The suitability of our programmes for your individual circumstances

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless United Consortium for Business Ltd, its directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your breach of these terms, your use of our website, or your participation in our programmes.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms of Service at any time by updating this page. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when these terms were last revised. Your continued use of our website or services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

14. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: info@unitedconsortium.co.uk
• Phone: +44 020 4540 0020
• Post: United Consortium for Business Ltd, Unit 39–40 Skyline Village, Limeharbour, London E14 9TS