IMS Measurement Practitioner using Time Study, IMS Module 2a
This course requires IMS membership and should be taken only after Module 1 Productivity Foundation .This is a week of intense Time Study practical work leading to an external examination; the course involves arithmetical calculations and requires numeracy and logic.
Time Study is the original technique of work measurement, simple in concept though it does require a high degree of concentration and expertise on the part of the observer. Time Study is principally used for the measurement of repetitive work, usually with a single subject studied. In other words, work that follows a defined pattern and method.
Successful delegates who have attended Modules 1 and 2a are awarded the industry standard IMS Measurement Practitioner certificate (formerly the Time Study Practical). They also receive a Scott-Grant Performance Rating card, which is valid for one year; it can be re-certified through a Scott-Grant Performance Rating Clinic.
In-depth Learning
Course duration and cost
This is a 5 day course, Monday to Friday.
Remember, you need to have taken Module 1 Productivity Foundation before Module 2a, preferably on consecutive weeks.
This Module 2a costs £1,235 + VAT. Other than the necessary £255 IMS 5-year Affiliate Membership , all other Institute fees for course registration and an externally marked examination are included in our published course fee.
Delegates are also provided with comprehensive notes for their future reference.
The successful completion of both Modules 1 and 2a results in a professional Institute qualification, the IMS Measurement Practitioner, which is recognised across all business sectors and in many overseas countries.
The dates you can study this course
2026: 19 Jan, 16 Feb, 23 Mar, 27 Apr, 8 Jun, 20 Jul, 14 Sep, 12 Oct, 9 Nov, 7 Dec
See all the dates of our open courses at a glance along with other modules in the IMS Productivity Analyst course.
Please contact us for more information.
Delegate feedback
We always ask delegates on our training courses for their feedback so that we can monitor our performance and ensure we’re delivering the best possible learning experience. As well as an opportunity for general comments the feedback includes asking them to rate from 1 (poor) to 10 (great) the following questions:
How well did the course and content meet your expectations?
How much have you learnt during the course?
How well did you feel the course was presented?
How interesting was the course for you?
How equipped are you now to apply what you have learnt here in your workplace?
The current average for delivering this course, as assessed by our delegates, is 9.75
“The course was great. I now feel I’ve a full understanding of time studies and confident I can use them in the workplace.”
JB, Distribution sector, November 2025
“Really insightful, Steve’s a great tutor and I learned a lot that I can hopefully take forward with me in my new role.”
JG, Trade Union, September 2025
“Enjoyed what was taught. Definitely provided me with knowledge and skills I can employ in my organisation!”
RS, Manufacturing sector, August 2025
“A fantastic course. Steve has been fantastic and has really delivered the material in an engaging and informative way.”
PM, Distribution sector, April 2025
Techniques you’ll be introduced to on this course
We concentrate in this module on getting you to a qualified measurement practitioner standard in
You will also cover the following techniques
Who would benefit from this course?
Our delegates come from a variety of roles in every business sector. Click here for typical people.
Equipment you’ll need on this course
You will need stationery including pens, pencils, a ruler, an eraser and a calculator. You will also need a Study Board and a stopwatch, which you can purchase from us. Click here for more details. Please be aware that your stopwatch should be decimal minutes (1/1000 min) not seconds.
As Modules 1 and 2a combine to form the IMS Measurement Practitioner qualification, IMS membership is required at the outset. It doesn’t necessarily require commitment to the full four week IMS Productivity Analyst course.
What you’ll have on successfully completing this course
We help you achieve a professional qualification in the measurement technique of Time Study that will stand you in good stead throughout your working life.
Successful delegates on these two modules, 1 and 2a, are awarded the industry standard IMS Measurement Practitioner qualification. They also receive a Scott-Grant Performance Rating card, which is valid for one year; it can be re-certified via successful attendance on a Scott-Grant Performance Rating Clinic.
Open courses
Held at our training centre in Manchester. Click here for the full course schedule. Open courses provide opportunities for debates among people from a variety of business sectors, which widen and develop delegates’ practical knowledge.
In-company courses
Held at a suitable venue of your choice. This is a cost-effective option if you have probably four or more delegates. Contact us to discuss this in more detail.
What to do next
If you need to improve capacity or reduce costs, or you need accurate data to determine how best to cope with change, we can provide the right way forward – cost-effectively. Remember that improving productivity is about making the better use of all your resources and vitally, making much better use of the critical ones.
Whichever business sector you operate in, the chances are we’ve helped people to address their productivity issues and improve the way they operate.
Scott-Grant can really help you improve your productivity and become more streamlined.
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