The Bamboo Manager Project
Frequently Asked Questions
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When will your online courses return
In short, the aim is to be able to present our courses created by Antonia Collins once again early in 2024
Following the unexpected passing of Antonia, April 2023.
I felt it was important to take the time to reflect and work on moving forward.
How to be able to present the courses with the right course leaders.
Who will deliver the courses to the standard that Antonia would have desired.
Become a member to receive notification of course release dates.
Once again we will only release a limited availability on each rotation.
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How much does Dissertation/Thesis Support cost
We understand that this is like asking 'how long is a piece of string?'
If it is to only discuss the Dissertation/Thesis and provide guidance a standard charge will apply for the initial session
If you would like support from 'the creation to the final hand in' please contact us for a quote
you maybe pleasantly surprised!
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How do I book a 'Management Mentoring Session'
Either contact us to discuss and set up a session
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Via the 'Make a One Session Payment' Button, on the product page fill out your details & make a payment
We will then contact you via the email address supplied. In this email we will ask for a few details and to move forward to create a Mentoring Session date and time that suits you
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Stage Managing Musicals and Opera - Top Five questions
#1 How long is the course.
#2a I can't read any music at all will I be okay
#2b I'm a really amazing score reader, so do I need to do your course
#3 Do we get tutorials with you
#4 I'm an American stage manager can I do your course
#5 What is this cueing test thing all about
All answers can be found here in this video with chapters on YouTube
#1 - 0:19. #2a - 0:55. #2b - 1:39. #3 - 2:19. #4 - 2:39. #5 - 3:23.
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Where has Advanced Stage Management gone?
We are continually assessing our course offerings and content
Advanced Stage Management has been replaced by a series of courses.
These can be seen as like a tapas bar.
So you chose only the course which is right for you.
Saving you time and money!
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The First of these is Stage Managing Musicals and Opera - released May 1st 2021
to follow this will be an updated and expanded version of our popular course formerly known as -
Management 101 - Being the Manager you want to be
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Is Stage Management 101 suitable for the American system
For our American family we will gladly expand “SM 101” to include the American system within the course tutorials (just as we would if we were in a classroom together)
The course also now includes more International content
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How do I buy a product or service
Just head to the course or product that you would like, then add it to the Cart and follow the checkout process.
We would strongly advise for you to first become a member of The Bamboo Manager Project
by creating a member's account
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Or
Feel free to contact us and we can arrange a call to discuss the course (naturally we do not charge for this!). If you wish to proceed we can Invoice you separately after becoming a member.
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Do you have payment plans
Stage Management 101 is available to purchase in two parts, please Contact us for this option. The smaller courses require full payment before commencement
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How will I know which course is right for me
Check out our 'Find out more...' video
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If you would like to talk to us about any of our courses or services please feel free to email us here to arrange a Video call session over skype, FaceTime or Zoom
(naturally we do not charge for this!) take me back to - 'How do our Courses Work'
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Do your course Videos have Subtitles/ Closed Caption
All of our Videos have Closed Caption - English only at this time
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How do your courses work
Our courses will run asynchronously fully online with opportunities for synchronous tutorials as well.
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What does that mean?
Simply you learn using the materials presented step by step. You will be invited to contact us to take part in our next online tutorial session/s once you have reached a certain stage within the course (these sessions are not compulsory but we would strongly suggest taking part in them).
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What is the registration procedure?
The first step is to become a member of The Bamboo Manager Project by creating a member's account
After you have signed up & purchased your course (or requested the payment option) we will contact you via the email address that you supplied to us. We will register your course and then provide you with your unique ID and login details for the course
This should reach you within 7 days or less.
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How do tutorials take place
All tutorials are held over a video call, at a time agreed upoun to suit the time zone from which you are studying from. The standard length of the tutorial is approximately 1hr
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How many students do you accept on each course
A good, but cheeky question but... The Simple answer is Not Many as we are not looking for a high turnover.
Our aim is to offer a personal, affordable, alternative online option of studying the subjects that we can offer.
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What is asynchronous learning
You work at your own pace and at a time that works for you progressing through the course as you complete each of the sections
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What are synchronous tutorials
These are tutorials where as many of the current students enrolled on a course come together via a digital media i.e. zoom.
On Stage management 101 we offer one to one tutorials throughout the course
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What qualifications do I need, to enroll on your course
Just a Passion and interest for the subject contained in the course...
but.. not forgetting a computer & an internet connection
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Are there any assessments as part of the course
During the courses, there will be informal assessments aimed to reinforce your learning
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Will I need to purchase any additional materials to complete the course
No (Unless you don't have a computer with good access to the internet as stated in the syllabi)
If there is a recommended reading list within the syllabi it is not a required element to be able to complete the course. However the student may find this external source useful in connection with the course that they have enrolled on and will require an external purchase
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I haven't received my login details (after 7 days) - what should I do
Email us here don't forget to include your account name (the email address that you used to set up your account) Course name and the invoice number provided on your confirmation email. We will then follow up
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If I can start the course once I have received my course login, why do you show a course start date
This is to schedule the courses tutorial calls and to schedule the course access & availability as stated in the course' product details
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Will I receive a certificate of completion
You will receive an E certificate of completion on the successful completion of all the course elements
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What if I don't receive a certificate of completion
Check your spam folder
Contact us within two weeks of your course end date supplying your course and membership details and we shall investigate for you
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What if I have changed my mind mid course or my cuircumstances have changed
Our terms and conditions & refund policies are clearly stated on this site to which we will adhere to
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What happens if I don't complete all of the course in the scheduled time
No certificate of completion will be issued
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I'm running out of course time and I am worried that I will not complete the course.
Purchase one of our 'Extra Course Time' packages of either 5 or 10 weeks
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In exceptional circumstances it may be possible to extend or suspend your studies.
Contact us for further advice
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MSc in Digital Education, University of Edinburgh – November 2019
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Excellence in Learning Student Personal Development and Employability Award
Teaching Awards, RWCMD - June 2014
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Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, UK – July 2012
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Certificate in Education (Post Compulsory Education & Training) – University of Wales 2001
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Graduate Diploma in Drama – Stage Management – WCMD 1991
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Are you affiliated to an institution
We are not affiliated to an institution
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Antonia Collins's (founder of The Bamboo Manager Project) educational qualifications can be seen below & you can also read her full resumé
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at the about us page
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Why did I not get an invite for an online tutorial
Not all of our courses offer an online tutorial as part of the course.
A course that does include an online tutorial will show an 'email information box'
at the time of purchase and the invite to join a Video Call will occur automatically at the appropriate point within the course schedule
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What Languages are your courses presented in
All of our courses are presented in English at the current time
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Can my institution use your courses for our students
Yes, Contact us to discuss this option & learning opportunities
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Will The Bamboo Manager Project create any more courses to help me on my journey
We are working on adding more courses
Please feel free to suggest a course which you may be interested in taking - Contact us here
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Is The Bamboo Manager Project only for young managers & stage management
No - is the simple answer.
We have access to Lighting, Audio & Production Experts for those questions that may arise in your early career. All possible to bring online in the future but for now ask in the forum or if you want a detailed answer - contact us & we will do our best to partner you with a specialist
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We also support International students studying abroad and teaching staff whether it be from the visitor' or the home institution' perspective.
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Do you charge for 'one to one' sessions
Some courses include free (optional) tutorial sessions as part of the course progression
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If you would like to talk to us prior to enrolling on a course please feel free to email us
(naturally we do not charge for this!)
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I sent an email to you
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but I've not yet received a reply
We aim to reply as quickly as possible to emails, we maybe out delivering some bamboo, or in an area where we can not reach our in-box. Check your spam folder (we do often) & don't forget to add us to your 'contacts'
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How can The Bamboo Manager Project help me in the future
We believe that as your journey grows like bamboo you will get stronger and more flexible in your management skills & methods.
Learning and sharing amongst the Bamboo family is a strong part of this process follow us on FaceBook
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Is there a Bamboo Manager forum
There is no longer a Forum which was formerly called 'taap pang'
Other forums can be found on FaceBook including ours
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Do you have 'industry partners'
We are in conversation with some Industry friends & believe more Industry partners are coming soon
Currently we have a partnered with CallQ in the second half of our Stage Management 101 course
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Why The Bamboo Manager Project
The answer can be found in part on the about us page
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Why do you use the terms: 'mao jue' and 'kao jue'
The terms we originally referred to in our menu titles
These are the two main types of bamboo wood used for scaffolding structures.
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Mao jue is used as the primary component of the scaffolding structures and is used to create the main & strongest - vertical and diagonal - parts of the structure.
Kao jue has a smaller diameter. It is used for these same areas but is more flexible and is used in other parts of the construction - platforms etc.
Traditionally bamboo was easy to source from regions such as the Xiaoxing area in Guangdong, China. However the supply there for instance is not as plentiful as it was - so like many other things, alternatives are now being sought. Just like in the delivery of education.
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Do you sell any promotional products "Bamboo Merch"with your logo on
Pandas are cute - right? As so many of you have have told us...
We do currently have our Bamboo Manager Pin Badge for sale
A donation from the sales will be made to: https://antoniacollins.muchloved.com/
But it is early days and we are currently concentrating on creating our online courses