Consignment in Auction Houses Course
300-hour online course in consignment in auction houses. 6 modules covering Law 7/1996 on Retail Trade Regulation (sales by public auction), Royal Legislative Decree 1/2007 (consumer and user protection) and advanced Excel. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Consignment in Auction Houses Course — studying from Ireland
Ireland has an active heritage vehicle and classic machinery community, supported by clubs, restoration workshops and specialist suppliers serving classic cars, motorcycles and agricultural equipment. Engineering skills in this area combine historical knowledge with modern techniques in fabrication, materials and diagnostics. Restoration work is often linked to heritage conservation and museum collections, and classic vehicles operate under national roadworthiness and vehicle registration rules. Professional bodies and enthusiast organisations help maintain standards and knowledge across the sector.
Fees for Ireland: €797 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Ireland
Typical roles
Questions from Ireland
Is there a recognised professional body in Ireland for classic vehicle restoration?
Classic vehicle restoration in Ireland is largely a craft and hobby sector, supported by enthusiast clubs and heritage bodies rather than a regulated professional title. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not accredited by any national body, so they do not confer membership or formal recognition. Check the requirements of any club or body you wish to join.
Would Irish restoration businesses or employers value this qualification?
Restoration businesses in Ireland often rely on hands-on skill, reputation and portfolio work. A private online qualification may add to your CV, but employers decide for themselves whether it is relevant. Your final project can help show your capability, though there is no guarantee of any outcome.
Can I study this part-time while keeping my current commitments?
Yes, the programme is 100% online and taught in English, so you can study from home around existing commitments. Durations are 300, 800 or 1,900 hours depending on the course, so plan your schedule accordingly. Fees can be paid in instalments, and each student has an assigned technical tutor.
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What you will be able to do
Explain how a collector vehicle auction works.
Value a vehicle and negotiate the reserve price and commissions.
Analyse the clauses of a consignment contract.
Prepare the lot description, documentation and photography.
Organise the logistics, insurance and display of the vehicle.
Apply tax regulations and anti-money laundering rules.
Manage the closing of the sale and any incidents that arise.
Who it's for
- Auction house vehicle specialist who wants to specialise in Consignment in Auction Houses.
- Collector vehicle sales adviser who wants to specialise in Consignment in Auction Houses.
- Classic vehicle appraiser who wants to specialise in Consignment in Auction Houses.
- Consignment manager who wants to specialise in Consignment in Auction Houses.
- Auction logistics manager who wants to specialise in Consignment in Auction Houses.
- Collector vehicle investment consultant who wants to specialise in Consignment in Auction Houses.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences who want to enter auction houses.
What you'll work with
- Law 7/1996 on Retail Trade Regulation (sales by public auction)
- Royal Legislative Decree 1/2007 (consumer and user protection)
- Law 37/1992 on VAT (special scheme for used goods and collectibles)
- Directive 2006/112/EC (common VAT system)
- Law 10/2010 (prevention of money laundering)
- Law 50/1980 on Insurance Contracts
- Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Consignment: concept and scope1.2Auction houses and their specialisation1.3Direct sale versus consignment1.4Who is the seller and who is the agent1.5Legal framework for consignment1.6Required vehicle documentation1.7Ownership and encumbrances on the vehicle1.8Auction calendar and deadlines1.9First contact with the house1.10Workshop: preparing a consignment proposal
2.1The house's estimate and its basis2.2Reserve price and its negotiation2.3Seller's and buyer's commission2.4Catalogue and photography costs2.5Transport and storage costs2.6Lot collection and penalties2.7Minimum price guarantee2.8Payment to the seller and deadlines2.9Taxation of the transaction2.10Practice: financial analysis of a consignment
3.1Contract structure3.2Seller's declarations and warranties3.3Liability for the description3.4Insurance during consignment3.5Exclusivity and duration3.6Lot collection and its conditions3.7Dispute resolution3.8Unfair clauses to watch for3.9Review by a legal adviser3.10Practice: critical review of a contract
4.1Identity verification and provenance4.2Technical and condition report4.3Honest declaration of defects4.4Historical documentation provided4.5Cosmetic preparation of the vehicle4.6Commissioning and operation4.7Lot photography and video4.8Review of the catalogue text4.9Liability for description errors4.10Practice: complete lot file
5.1Transport to the auction venue5.2Transport insurance5.3Reception and condition check5.4Pre-auction display and its custody5.5Inspections by potential buyers5.6Starts and demonstrations5.7Surveillance and risks on the auction floor5.8Return if unsold5.9Movement documentation5.10Practice: logistics plan for a consignment
6.1Auction result and its analysis6.2Subsequent sale and its conditions6.3Unsold lot: options6.4Buyer default6.5Claims regarding the description6.6Financial closing and settlement6.7Long-term relationship with the house6.8Common consignor mistakes6.9Documented real cases6.10Final project: consignment file for a vehicle
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the course with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is advanced Excel, Hagerty Valuation Tools, Adobe Lightroom, DocuSign, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Case studies are based on real procedures for drafting consignment contracts, describing and photographing lots, and analysing auction results. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Explain how a collector vehicle auction works.
Value a vehicle and negotiate the reserve price and commissions.
Analyse the clauses of a consignment contract.
Prepare the lot description, documentation and photography.
Organise the logistics, insurance and display of the vehicle.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior qualification is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- A sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme comprises 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with advanced Excel, Hagerty Valuation Tools, Adobe Lightroom and DocuSign. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor will indicate a free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM diploma on passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. This is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area can be credited towards the advanced programme. Please check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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