Course benefits:

Learn how to start your consulting business step by step

Discover how to define your niche, services, and pricing

Get strategies for finding your first clients and building your brand

Master the basics of projects, training, audits, and client contracts
This beginner's course is designed for aspiring consultants interested in working in cybersecurity, ISO, or AI fields, or for anyone looking to enter the consulting profession. You’ll learn how to launch and structure your business, attract and convert clients, and deliver consulting projects successfully.
This course includes:

A video library with expert-led lessons for beginners

Interactive quizzes at the end of each lecture and module

Practical tools, templates, and resources you can start using right away

Who should attend:

Aspiring consultants starting from zero

Professionals planning a career change into consulting

Freelancers who want to expand into advisory services

Prerequisites:

No prior consulting experience is required. This course is designed for beginners, but it also includes practical tips useful for more experienced professionals.
Introduction

Introduction to the course

Module 1 — Preparation for Launching a Consultancy

Introduction to Module 1

Steps to Start a Consulting Business

Defining Your Consulting Niche

Certifications & Training for Consultants

Tools and Know-How for Consultants

How to Package Consulting Services

Setting the Price for Consulting Services

Recap Quiz

Module 2 — Finding Clients

Introduction to Module 2

How to Find First Clients as a Consultant

How Consultants Can Build a Personal Brand

Presenting Services & Converting Clients

What to Include in a Consulting Agreement?

Recap Quiz

Module 3 — Delivering Consulting Jobs

Introduction to Module 3

How to Run Implementation Projects

How to Run Training Projects

How to Manage Audit Projects

Preparing Clients for Certification Audits

Handling Security, Privacy, and Intellectual Property in Consulting Projects

Recap Quiz
Advisera holds International Accreditation from ASIC

Advisera Expert Solutions holds International Accreditation from ASIC (Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges, and Universities) with Premier Status for its commendable Areas of Operation.

ASIC Accreditation

ASIC Accreditation is a leading, globally recognised quality standard in international education. Institutions undergo an impartial and independent external assessment process to confirm their provision meets rigorous internationally accepted standards, covering the whole spectrum of its administration, governance, and educational offering. Achieving ASIC Accreditation demonstrates to students and stakeholders that an institution is a high-quality education provider that delivers safe and rewarding educational experiences and is committed to continuous improvement throughout its operation.

About ASIC

One of the largest international accreditation agencies operating in 70+ countries, ASIC is recognised in the UK by UKVI - UK Visas and Immigration (part of the Home Office of the UK Government), is ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems) Accredited and is a Full Member of The International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE), a member of the BQF (British Quality Foundation), a member of the International Schools Association (ISA), and an institutional member of EDEN (European Distance and E-Learning Network).
Is this course really free?

Yes, you get full access to all lessons and quizzes at no cost.

Do I need to have any experience to take this course?

No, this course is designed for people with no prior experience in consulting. If you already have consulting experience, you might prefer How to Grow Your Cybersecurity, ISO, and AI Consultancy: Advanced Course.

Is this course intended only for cybersecurity, ISO, and AI consultants?

The course is structured in such a way that it is useful for any type of consultants. However, during the course, several examples are presented for cybersecurity compliance, ISO standards, and AI governance, so consultants covering those areas will gain the most benefit from this course.

Which standards are covered in the course?

The course is not focused on particular standards, but it does give examples related to ISO 27001, ISO 9001, NIS2, DORA, ISO 42001, and other similar frameworks.

How long does it take to complete the course?

About two hours. You can complete it in one sitting or spread it over several days.

What is the deadline for attending the video lectures?

There is no time limit, so you can take as long as you need to watch the video lectures. We do, however, recommend that you watch them all within one to two weeks so that you get the most benefit from them.

Is a certificate available for this course?

Not yet — a paid certification exam will be introduced soon, which will allow you to earn an official certificate upon successful completion of the certification exam.

Can I request the certificate later if I finish the course now?

Yes, once the certification exam becomes available, you’ll be able to take the certification exam and request your certificate even if you completed the course earlier.

What tools or software do I need to attend the course?

Just a computer or mobile device, an internet connection, and your focus.

Can I use what I learn right away?

Yes — this course is full of actionable tips you can apply immediately to grow your business.

Course Instructor

How to Become a Consultant: Beginner’s Course - Advisera

Dejan Kosutic

CEO & Lead Expert for ISO 27001, ISO 22301, NIS2, and DORA

Leading expert on cybersecurity & information security and the author of several books, articles, webinars, and courses. As a premier expert, Dejan founded Advisera to help consultants and small businesses obtain the resources they need to become compliant with EU regulations and ISO standards. He believes that making complex frameworks easy to understand and simple to use creates a competitive advantage for Advisera's clients, and that AI technology is crucial for achieving this.

As an ISO 27001, NIS2, and DORA expert, Dejan helps companies find the best path to compliance by eliminating overhead and adapting the implementation to their size and industry specifics.

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How to Become a Consultant: Beginner’s Course

Introduction

Module 1 — Preparation for Launching a Consultancy

Module 2 — Finding Clients

Module 3 — Delivering Consulting Jobs

Advisera holds International Accreditation from ASIC

ASIC Accreditation

About ASIC

Is this course really free?

Do I need to have any experience to take this course?

Is this course intended only for cybersecurity, ISO, and AI consultants?

Which standards are covered in the course?

How long does it take to complete the course?

What is the deadline for attending the video lectures?

Is a certificate available for this course?

Can I request the certificate later if I finish the course now?

What tools or software do I need to attend the course?

Can I use what I learn right away?

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Course Instructor

Dejan Kosutic

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