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Project Management: The Intentional Profession 'To be is to do.' Project managers focus on the tools, techniques and effort it takes to 'do' well and deliver the change that mission demands. But we can also choose to 'do good,' and that is what providing our skills as pro bono services to our communities is all about. Like PMs, service-oriented Non-Profit Organizations struggle to deliver community services in a resource-constrained environment. PMs have mastered the skills needed to make things happen in these environments. With the 2015 Project Management Day of Service (PMDoS), two executives organized roughly 400 PMs to assist NPOs in defining and scoping nearly 100 projects - in one day! That is intent. That is engagement. That is meaningful project management. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

Scrum: Disrupting the Automotive Industry Old-thought manufacturing teams gather requirements, design the solution, build it, test it, then finally deliver it to market. Today, in some automotive companies, the design portion can take three to twelve years followed by a build cycle of five to fourteen years. This means it is possible to buy a brand new car which represents a team's understanding of what the customer needs were twenty-four years ago! Using the Scrum framework, Joe Justice founded Team WIKISPEED, enabling a completely different pace of development. This all Scrum volunteer-based, 'green' automotive prototyping company, iterates an entire car every seven days. Learn how they use Scrum with Lean production methodologies to compresses the entire development cycle into a one-week 'sprint.' This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

Why Government Leaders Must Embrace Agile Agile is a pathway to innovation in many Government agencies. It is a response to challenges in Information Technology where traditional software development processes often did not yield expected results. This resulted in many projects exceeding budgets and timelines, and ignoring needed requirement changes. At its core, Agile is about priorities, placing individuals and interactions above processes and tools; working products above comprehensive documentation; customer collaboration above contract negotiation; and responding to change above following a plan. Leaders can embrace this approach to improve processing times, and coordination among development teams and users. This presentation provides practical steps on how leaders can better understand and support the innovation practices introduced by Agile. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

Things to Consider to Ensure a Successful Minimum Viable Product (MVP) This presentation will look at some remarkably successful companies that started with an idea, built a Minimum Viable Product, and never looked back. Learn the patterns and approaches they applied that led to their success and that keep them innovative in a competitive market space. We will examine several case studies from Dropbox, AirBnB, Groupon, Twitter, and Spotify. Then we will define what a MVP is and how the approach can be applied using tools like the Lean Canvas. We will look at 10 MVP patterns and approaches that can be applied to validate your product with your market. Just to keep it real the presentation will close with some reasons why MVPs fail. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

Once Upon A Project - Stories and Their Influence on Project Performance What are the stories people share about your project? Do the stories promote success or failure? Do they indicate engagement and respect, or disappointment and exclusion? Every project is a story, and the story can unfold as one of great success or crushing failure. The most effective projects use storylines that promote integration and excellence. The most successful project leaders are able to harness the power of stories to build and maintain a strong team, focus on core values, ensure effective reviews, and openly address risk. This session will consider the use of stories for project success, and suggest the most effective leaders are skilled at the art of story. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

Levers of Project Agility: Effective Sponsorship Levers of Project Agility: Effective Sponsorship You may be using agile processes in your projects, even have extended the use of agile management practices into other areas of business. However, lack of purposeful and appropriate sponsorship can stifle most projects. An under-engaged or over-enthusiastic sponsor can demotivate the team, slowdown decision making and disrupt even best agile processes. In this talk, we will examine the crucial role of the sponsor, their desired attributes and their relation with the project manager, product owner and scrum master to identify the risk factors and provide tips and tools for avoiding pitfalls and having effective sponsors. You may be agile, but a poor sponsor can still hamper project success. We'll examine this crucial role, ideal attributes, and provide tips to maximize sponsor effectiveness. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

Just in Time Training for Frontline Supervisors and Managers: Making the Case One of my favorite quotes on this topic comes from Zig Ziglar: 'The only thing worse than training employees and losing them is not training them and keeping them.' The transition from employee to manager is one of the most challenging: new roles and responsibilities, new ways of looking at organizations, and new ways of relating to all others around them. Most new supervisors and managers will tell you later in their careers that they floundered, avoided conflict, weren't firm enough when they should have been, and came on too strong to compensate - in other words, trial and error. And yet, most organizations spend more on leadership training at the end of a person's career than investing in their early promotions. Does it really make good business sense to give less training to those who need it early while giving more to those who need it less, later in their careers? This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

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About Course Learn Compliance and Risk analysis with this Compliance and Risk Management Training Course to enhance your organization's operation Do you want to be confident in your ability to manage compliance and risk? Are you ready to protect your organization from the many compliance issues and risks? Compliance and Risk Management Training Course by Xpert Learning will teach you how to identify, assess and mitigate compliance issues and risks. It also helps to develop a Robust Compliance and Risk Management System. Globally, businesses continue to face challenges and risks associated with dynamic economic and market environments. This has led to the adoption of more stringent standards and regulations, which are increasingly changing how organisations manage their operations. The compliance function of an organisation has never been more important, as it now needs to proactively govern everything from internal policies to employee behaviour.Learning Outcomes Achieve enhanced Compliance Management knowledge and the ability to design a compliance risk management plan considering the regulatory risks Learn about the five basic elements of compliance. Learn how to Identify different sources of risk. Understand the foundations of Compliance Risk Management CRM in an organization and how to manage the compliance risks Improve business performance by implementing systems and structures that support effective risk management This short course teaches you the skills to create a culture of ethical compliance in your organisation. Over eight modules, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of compliance risk analysis and management that can be applied to your own context. Ensure the long-term sustainability of your business by adhering to regulations, implementing policies, and developing a strategic approach to managing compliance risk. This course is designed to help you understand the key issues of compliance and risk management. You will learn how to identify, assess and mitigate compliance issues and risks and develop a robust Compliance and Risk Management System. The course is suitable for both individuals seeking an understanding of the area, as well as professionals required to maintain, alter, and improve compliance systems within their organisations. What Will You Learn? Achieve enhanced Compliance Management knowledge and the ability to design a compliance risk management plan considering the regulatory risks Learn about the five basic elements of compliance. Learn how to Identify different sources of risk. Understand the foundations of Compliance Risk Management CRM in an organization and how the compliance risks are managed Improve business performance by implementing systems and structures that support effective risk management Course Content Introduction to Compliance and Risk Management Introduction to Compliance and Risk Management Fundamentals of Compliance and Risk Management Fundamentals of Compliance and Risk Management part 1 Fundamentals of Compliance and Risk Management part 2 Elements of Compliance Elements of Compliance Compliance Management System (CMS) Compliance Management System (CMS) Compliance and Ethics Compliance and Ethics Introduction to Risk Management Introduction to Risk Management Risk Management Process Risk Management Process The Fundamentals of Operational Risk Management Conclusion A course by Xpert Learning RequirementsWillingness to learn how companies work to manage Compliance and Risks. Basic knowledge of Risk Management, Compliance and Governance Structure will help, but not mandatory. Audience Compliance Officers Risk Managers Managers and Supervisors Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Students and Graduates Auditors and Consultants Anyone Interested in Compliance and Risk Management Audience Compliance Officers Risk Managers Managers and Supervisors Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Students and Graduates Auditors and Consultants Anyone Interested in Compliance and Risk Management

About Course Enhance your professional skill set with our comprehensive online course Admin, Secretarial & PA. We designed it for aspiring administrative professionals, secretaries, and personal assistants. In today's fast-paced business world, administrative roles require a diverse set of skills to thrive and succeed. Our Admin Secretarial PA (Executive PA) course equips you with the essential knowledge and abilities needed to excel in the field. Whether you're an entry-level professional seeking to kickstart your career or an experienced administrator looking to upskill, this course is your pathway to success. Discover a comprehensive and expertly designed online course crafted for individuals aiming to excel in the fields of administration, secretarial, and personal assistant roles. Through a series of eight meticulously constructed modules, this course embarks on an insightful journey - starting from a fundamental understanding of the roles and responsibilities associated with these key positions, to the critical everyday tasks that keep organizations running smoothly. This extensive exploration employs a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical examples, aimed at enabling learners to relate to real-world scenarios.Learning Outcomes Understand the roles and responsibilities of an excellent personal assistant Familiarise yourself with the skills of an effective administrator Gain an extensive understanding of business etiquette Organisational Meeting and Conference Skills Professional time management and prioritisation skills With the ever-increasing demand for Office Skills: Admin, Secretarial & PA (Executive PA) in personal and professional settings, this Office Skills: Admin, Secretarial & PA (Executive PA) training aims at educating, nurturing, and upskilling individuals to stay ahead of the curve - whatever their level of expertise may be. The field of Admin, Secretarial and PA services is wide open for confident candidates with outgoing personalities and relentless attention to detail. The professional PA is the ultimate multitasker, hired to oversee the personal affairs and activities of those they support. Some secretaries and PAs handle everyday admin for established organisations, while others are hired by a single executive, entrepreneur or influential figure. Whichever path you choose, to become a trusted and respected PA or Secretary is to open the door to a world of incredible career opportunities. Success as a Admin, Secretarial & PA is as much about personal qualities and character as it is hard skills. If you consider yourself to be a responsible, hardworking people-person with excellent time management skills, you're already halfway there. Enrol today and take the next step towards your goal. What Will You Learn? Understand the roles and responsibilities of an excellent personal assistant Familiarise yourself with the skills of an effective administrator Gain an extensive understanding of business etiquette Organisational Meeting and Conference Skills Professional time management and prioritisation skills Course Content Introduction to Admin, Secretarial & PA Introduction to Admin, Secretarial & PA Roles and Responsibilities of an Admin, Secretarial, and PA Roles and Responsibilities of an Admin, Secretarial, and PA Necessary Skills for Admin, Secretarial & PA Necessary Skills for Admin, Secretarial & PA Relationship Management for Admin, Secretarial & PA Relationship Management for Admin, Secretarial & PA Gathering the right tools Gathering the right tools Day to day tasks Day to day tasks Writing for Business Environment Writing for Business Environment Organising Meetings and Events Organising Meetings and Events Conclusion Conclusion A course by Xpert Learning RequirementsThere is no entry requirement. Audience Aspiring Personal Assistant, Administrative Assistant, HR Assistant, Secretary Personal Assistant, Executive Personal Assistant, Administrative Assistant, HR Assistant who want to enhance their skills Audience Aspiring Personal Assistant, Administrative Assistant, HR Assistant, Secretary Personal Assistant, Executive Personal Assistant, Administrative Assistant, HR Assistant who want to enhance their skills