No. 96 of the UK's Top 100 in 2022
Pitman Training is the UK's leading independent training provider offering world class office and IT skills in modern training centres to thousands of students across the UK and around the world. Training is delivered using a combination of audio guides, workbooks and real live versions of software. The franchisee doesn’t need to train or recruit teachers, they are ready to go from day one.
| Year established | 1870 |
| Year franchise established in the UK | 1992 |
| Number of units in the UK | 52 |
| Number of units worldwide (excluding UK) | 29 |
| Number of countries where company operates | 7 |
Financials
| Franchise fee | £40,000 + VAT |
| Minimum investment | £130,000 |
| Total investment | £130,000 |
| Royalty fee / Management fee | 8-16% depending on revenue |
| Contract period | 5 years |
| Financing | Yes, through bank agreements |
Training and support
The new franchisee will receive an immersive programme of training as a new partner on the operations of the business, on sales and marketing and on Pitman products and how to sell and use them. Three days training at head office is provided to all new members of the franchise network.All new partners benefit from the hands-on support of the following dedicated staff:
- A Franchise Manager, who is there to guide and assist new partners through the opening process, from the initial meeting stage to the centre opening,
- A Franchise Development Manager, to advise primarily on sales and marketing within the centre,
- The Marketing team, which offers initial and ongoing marketing support,
- The Customer Support team, who will answer centre staff questions,
- Financial, Accounts and Ordering Support, to help set up business accounts, advise on invoices, etc.
- The Product Development team, working on the latest training products to meet the market demand,
- The Pitman Training Advisory Committee (PTAC), appointed by franchisees to make their voices heard and meeting quarterly.