Diploma Certification

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Venture Diploma in Studio Management

Growing great people to run great studios.

This isn’t just a certificate. It’s a sign that your studio manager has put in serious time, energy and effort to become a stronger leader.

The Diploma in Studio Management is a hands-on course focused on real, practical skills that make a difference. It’s designed not just to support the team, but to improve the experience for every customer who walks through our doors.

Across five modules, managers explore what it really means to run a successful studio. They learn how to build positive habits, plan with purpose and create a workplace where people feel motivated and supported. There’s a big focus on how to get the best out of a team, have honest conversations and recruit the right people based on attitude as much as experience. It’s about creating a culture where people genuinely want to do their best.

Customer experience is at the heart of everything. Managers are trained to make sure every client feels valued from the first phone call to the final artwork reveal. They learn how to build trust, personalise the experience, and lead their teams in doing the same. The goal is to make every step of your journey feel thoughtful, professional and memorable.

The course also covers the business side of studio life. Managers get a clear understanding of how to use profit and loss reports, balance sheets and cash flow forecasts to run a healthy business. They learn how to set goals, track performance and make smarter decisions that keep the studio moving forward.

To complete the diploma, managers submit two written pieces. One reflects on what they’ve learned and how they’ve applied it. The other focuses on a specific area—like team development, recruitment or customer service—and the real-world changes they’ve made as a result. The final step is a professional interview where they talk through their experience and what it’s meant for their studio.

So when you see this diploma on the wall, it’s more than just a nice frame. It’s proof that your studio manager is serious about doing things well—for the team, for the business, and most importantly, for you.

Ask them about their journey. They’ve earned the right to be proud.

Rick Reeder

Course Leader