CHERYL Turley of Malvern, who has just gained her professional marketing qualifications, has been named as one of the top students in the south west by the influential Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).

The 49-year-old who works for Integrated Telemarketing in Malvern, gained her professional certificate in marketing at Worcester College of Technology, and had among the highest results in the region.

Clive Lewis, the institute's Gloucestershire branch chairman, said a CIM qualification was invaluable for those pursuing a marketing career.

"Cheryl is to be congratulated on her significant achievement," he added.