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De Beers has a unique position in the world of diamonds through our involvement in every stage of the diamond pipeline; from exploration and mining through to the sale of diamond jewellery.
We have called upon the experts in each of these areas to develop our courses and educational materials.
Teaching methods range from course to course. Some are laboratory based, while others are administered via distance learning – or a blend of both approaches, designed to give the best learning experience to our students.The De Beers Institute of Diamonds is committed to making educational opportunities available to all students wherever possible. Therefore, if you have any learning difficulties, contact us before registering for a course so that we can discuss them with you.
Foundation
Online Only
This course allows participants to extend their knowledge of diamonds beyond the 4Cs, drawing on insights from the full spectrum of the diamond pipeline.
This course is designed for anyone working in the diamond or wider jewellery industry. It will help students gain enhanced expertise when discussing or selling these rare and precious gifts of nature.
The programme is delivered via a bespoke website, designed to provide a secure interactive learning experience. The course is mobile friendly to allow students to study wherever and whenever, they have internet connection.
The course is available in English, Simplified Chinese, French, Italian, Korean, Turkish and Thai.
Students have the flexibility to complete the programme at their own pace, over a 4-month period. There is approximately 24 hours' worth of study materials.
Offline only
A full day providing invaluable hands-on experience of grading, covering each of the 4Cs. By the end of the workshop students will be able to handle diamonds confidently and complete top line assessments of each of the 4Cs.
This course is a great next step for students who have successfully completed the Diamond Foundation Course online and now wish to gain practical experience of the 4Cs grading process. (Studying the DFC is not mandatory to attend the course).
The day is structured around key learning points and participation in exercises designed to act out each aspect of diamond grading.
The course is delivered in a laboratory style setting, where the number of students is limited to provide the best possible experience.
Browse for dates and locations to suit you and learn from an experienced Final Grader from within De Beers Group. Or contact us to arrange a bespoke internal event for your company where 15 or more students require training.
Expert
Online/Offline
Learn how to grade diamonds using the 4Cs - a part theory, part practical course.
This course is for students wishing to learn how to grade diamonds using the 4Cs to a professional standard.
The first part covers the science of diamonds and grading theory. Students access the learning via a bespoke website, designed to provide a secure interactive learning experience.
Each module is followed by an online test with a tutor available for additional support and guidance.
The second part is a 5-day intensive laboratory experience, where students are exposed to a high volume of diamonds giving them a chance to perfect grading skills. This ensures that core theoretical knowledge is backed up by fundamental hands-on experience.
Intermediate
This one day programme supports De Beers' efforts to enhance customer confidence throughout the trade. It is delivered by tutors from the De Beers Group Research Facility.
It focuses on understanding the detailed differences between natural diamonds and their synthetic counterparts.
This course is for anyone working in the industry who wishes to further develop their knowledge in this specialist field. It is particularly valuable for those who manage pipeline integrity processes within their companies.
The day consists of a mixture of theoretical and practical work.
This course is held in a variety of locations, including many Diamond Trade Fairs worldwide. In-house events can also be planned for customers wishing to hold a bespoke course.
For further information about any of our courses please contact us.