Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for This class is designed for enterprise architects, solution architects, and business analysts working to earn their Salesforce Application Architect credential, or for application architects looking to get more hands-on experience. Overview Design data models that scale gracefully Leverage Salesforce sharing mechanisms at an advanced level Evaluate the nuances of field types and pick the right one for the circumstances Make data model decisions that minimize record locking and other performance degradations Dive into the two cornerstone domains of being an Application Architect: Data Architecture and Management, and Sharing and Visibility. In this 4-day workshop, our Architect experts will present you with a case study scenario that will be broken down and digested through iterative exploration. Learn how to design and build secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions through a combination of lecture, demos, hands-on exercises, and workshop presentations and discussions. Application Architect Overview Assess the Requirements to Become an Application Architect Understand the Real-World Expectations of Application Architects Review the Core Characteristics of Successful Application Architects Scenario Introduction Review the Application Architecture Scenario Identify Scenario Problem Areas Identify Scenario Actors and Licensing Architecture Documentation Understand Key Architecture Documentation Requirements Learn About Best Practices for Artifact Documentation Produce Architecture Documents Data Modeling Identify Relationship Types and Their Impact on Record Access, User Interface, and Reporting Review the Considerations for Changing Field Types Review the Considerations for Modifying Data Models with Schema Builder Review the Considerations for Importing and Exporting Data Identify Use Cases of External Objects Determine an Appropriate Data Model Understand Design Implications with Complex Environments and Large Data Volumes (LDV) Data Management Review the Considerations for Working with LDV Review Data Lifecycle Concepts and Mechanisms Review Master Data Management and System of Record Concepts Review Data Migration, Planning, Preparation, and Execution Identify Potential LDV and Calculate Expected Volumes Go Further with Indexes Standard and Custom Skinny Tables Lock Records Security Model Review the Considerations for Working with Internal and External Sharing Models Restrict and Extend Object and Field Access Determine Sharing Solutions Identify Record Sharing Mechanisms (Declarative, Programmatic, Implicit) Understand Teams Concepts (Account, Opportunity, Case) Understand Person Accounts and Its Implication on Sharing Encrypt Data Sharing in Communities Understand Community Security Mechanisms Secure Integration Endpoints Integrate and Specify Connected Apps and Named Credentials Advanced Security & Visibility Concepts Implement Security & Visibility Controls with Apex and Visualforce Review Territory Management and Its Implication on Data Management, Sharing, and Visibility Review Divisions and Its Implication on Data Management, Sharing, and Visibility Understand Security and Visibility Controls on 'Special' Objects Solution Design Determine When to Leverage Standard Products Functionality vs. Custom Build vs. AppExchange Understand Declarative and Programmatic Configuration Get to Know the Order of Execution Automate Business Processes Consider Reporting and Analytics Needs Consider How to Store and Access Content/Files Apply Solution Design Concepts to Real-World Problems and Scenarios Deployment & Integration Best Practices Review the Application Lifecycle Understand How Sandboxes Should Be Used Review Deployment Options Identify Integration Patterns Wrap-up Review a Practice Scenario Review What Was Covered Additional course details: Nexus Humans Salesforce Build Application Architect Expertise (ARC901) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Salesforce Build Application Architect Expertise (ARC901) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.
OVERVIEW DIAD is a one-day, hands-on workshop for business analysts, covering the breadth of Power BI capabilities. The course focuses on five practical Labs and at the end of the day, attendees will better understand how to: Connect and transform data from a variety of data sources. Define business rules and KPIs. Explore data with powerful interactive visuals. Build stunning reports. Share their dashboards with their team business partners and publish them to the web. The course content is managed by the Power BI engineering team at Microsoft. There is no exam associated with the course. COURSE BENEFITS: Learn how to clean, transform, and load data from various sources Create and manage a data model in Power BI consisting of multiple tables connected with relationships Build Measures and other calculations in the DAX language to plot in reports Manage and share report assets to the Power BI Service WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Data Analysts and Management Consultants with little or no experience of Power BI who wish to upgrade their knowledge to include Business Intelligence Analysts looking for a quick introduction to Power BI who don’t have the time for the full three day PL-300 course Marketers in data-intensive organisations who need new tools to build visually appealing, dynamic charts for their stakeholders to use LAB OUTLINE Lab 1 Accessing & Preparing The Data Load data from Excel and CSV sources Manipulate the data to prepare it for reporting Prepare tables in Power Query and load them into the data model Lab 2 Data Modelling And Exploration Create a range of different charts Highlight and cross-filter Create new groups and hierarchies Add new measures to the model Lab 3 Data Visualization Add conditional formatting to a report Add logos to a filter Import a custom visual Apply a custom theme Add bookmarks to the report to tell a story Lab 4 Publishing A Report And Creating A Dashboard Create a Workspace in the Power BI Service Publish a report to the Service Create a Dashboard and pin visuals to it Generate and view insights Lab 5 Collaboration Share a Dashboard Access a Dashboard on a Mobile Device
OVERVIEW Prerequisites—DIAD training or equivalent working experience This one-day course will cover using Power BI Desktop to import and shape data from a variety of sources. It will also walk through Power BI capabilities you can use to enhance the data model for your business users. The course covers key aspects of how to create a great data model to meet your business needs, various features in Power BI used to enhance data models so you can build great reports, and an introduction to DAX to create calculations. After completing this training, the attendees should be able to import data from a variety of data sources into Power BI, shape the data, create the data model, and write DAX functions to the Power BI model. COURSE BENEFITS: Understand the Power BI Desktop data model, its components and most effective schemas Describe concepts of calculated columns and measures Create queries using M Create calculations with DAX Understand the use of functions Create and optimize a data model Understand the consequences of data model design decisions WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Power BI report developers who wish to improve the structure of their data models Power BI report developers who wish to use advanced features like parameters and M coding in Power Query Power BI practitioners who wish to optimise their models more effectively Attendees wishing to prepare thoroughly for the DAX In A Day course COURSE OUTLINE Module 1 Getting And Shaping The Data Understand what is meant by data model in the context of Power BI Understand the consequences of data model design decisions Understand consequences of Power BI’s data type handling Understand data connection options Module 2 Basic Data Modelling Understand basic data modelling Understand basic data model types Explore dimension tables and fact tables Explore data connections Module 3 Getting Started With M (Power Query Language) Get introduced to M Understand key components and syntax Module 4 Understanding Logic Operators Understand Transformations Understand Join operation Module 5 Introduction To DAX Get introduced to DAX and how can it be used Understand working with parameters and DAX (lab combining the previous module) Module 6 Working With Functions - DAX CALCULATE And More Understand working with functions Understand the basics of the CALCULATE formula Module 7 Modelling With Power BI & DAX Best Practice Gain familiarity with basic data modelling for business scenarios Learn some best practices for working with Power BI
Practical Excel training that will turn you into a certified Excel master About course Become a master of Excel Learn how to use the crucial Excel functions and tools. Learn from the experts The course is conducted by an Excel specialist with many years of experience. Test your knowledge In the course, you will find tests and practical tasks to consolidate your knowledge and skills. Do you want to master Excel quickly and efficiently? We offer you a unique opportunity to learn all the features of Excel in just a couple of days. The course is purely practical and will teach you the most useful tools included in the app. Whether you do data modeling, work on databases or analysis and reporting, this practical course will show you how to speed up and improve the quality of your work in each of these areas. Through the course, you will have few knowledge repetitions, practical tasks and tests that will help you remember all the information and put into practice the skills you have learned. The training offers access to the training videos and reference materials for an unlimited period. You’ll learn from our Excel expert with many years of experience in the field who will explain every issue step by step and will teach you how to perform your tasks with confidence. This course is available through a multimedia Kemp Center platform. You will learn from the comfort of your own home and at your own pace. You can always stop, return or return to any topic. On top of everything, after completion of the course, you will receive certificate confirming your skills. Join the Excel course and get the benefits: Learning from a professional instructor24/7 access from any devicePractical exercisesTests, quizzes and recapsCertificate of completionExtra materials and downloadable bonuses100% satisfaction guarantee Your Singing Instructor: Lewis Hardin Excel expert The Excel course is conducted by an MS Excel expert and trainer. He specializes in financial modeling and data analysis. He can’t imagine life without Excel and till now, he created and implemented dozens of business tools based on this program. Participants of his trainings appreciate him for his pragmatic approach, lightness of message, and an offbeat sense of humor. He is able to convey any issue in an accessible and understandable way. Overview of the course: The Excel course program: I. Module 1 – Editing Basic issues Excel applications; navigating in the program; naming; toolbar; formula behavior; special paste; moving and copying without disturbing file consistency; areas; relative and absolute references; keyboard shortcuts. Editing and formatting Fonts; borders; text layout; wrapping; merging; formats (text, number, currency, accounting, dates and times, percentage, scientific, special); conditional formatting; table formatting; width and height, auto-fit. Graphic and special elements Pictures; shapes; icons; 3D models; SmartArt; text boxes; equations; symbols; headings; comments. II. Module 2 – Analysis and modeling Create charts and tables Charts: column (bar); line; area; statistical; pie; doughnut; scatter; bubble; combination charts. Special charts: cascade; funnel; stock; surface; radar; maps; spark lines; PivotCharts. Filters (Slicer and Timeline): PivotTables and Plain Tables. Use formulas Rules for working on formulas. Review and application of formulas. 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Module 4 – Advanced issues Advanced features Work with other apps Tools and plugins for professionals V. Tests Tests and repetitions of acquired knowledge The acquired knowledge will be consolidated and checked through tests after each training module. Tests improve the acquisition of knowledge and improve the attention and engagement throughout the training. Final test After completing the final test at the end of the Excel course, you will get certified. VI. Tasks Practical tasks and exercises Each participant of the Excel course will practice the acquired skills. In this way, the participant will assimilate skills for longer and adapt them to his/her style of operation. After completing the tasks and receiving feedback from our experts, the new skills will be fully acquired not only on an intellectual level but also on a practical level. VII. Bonus materials for the course Additional materials for use in everyday workAfter logging in, you will receive additional materials for use in everyday work. You will receive: short keyboards; a list of the best Excel plugins and tricks to improve work and many more. Experience Beginner-IntermediateLanguage English, German, French, Polish, Portuguese A letter from your expert instructor: If you want to become an Excel master, don’t waste your time on boring and ineffective training courses that will teach you only the theory. We have a better solution for you: We are pleased to invite you to the most practical course that will teach you how to use Excel in practice. And guess what? You will master all the features of Excel program within just a couple of days.You will learn how to work dynamically and flawlessly. Data analysis, database manipulation, creating statements and reports won’t be a problem for you anymore. You will learn everything in the shortest possible time and you’ll master the use of the most important and useful functions. You will work on sheets taken from the real life and perform activities independently. In this way you will acquire the ability to use the program at an expert level.Join us today! Learn with us and surprise everyone with your knowledge of Excel! Learning Excel with us is so interesting and never boring. Learn from the best and become one of themLewis HardinExcel course expert
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Bayfield Training and the University of Cambridge Department of Land Economy This prestigious eight-week online Real Estate course is suitable for modellers new to Real Estate and experienced Real Estate Analysts looking to formalise their skill set. This course will equip you with skills to start building your own financial models and the certificate will give your employers and colleagues reassurance of your expertise. If you want to enhance your financial modelling skills over an extended period, the Real Estate Financial Modelling Certificate is the course for you. This online real estate course has been put together exclusively for the Real Estate Financial Modelling certificate, using state of the art digital resources such as animations, video-steps, digital whiteboard and video-interactions as well as the spreadsheets, text based resources and tutor contact you would expect from any of Bayfield Training’s classroom based courses. Assessment is in the form of a guided model build exercise and written model appraisal. Participants benefit from an additional months access to the course platform after submission of the assessment. On this course you will: Become a competent model builder, building Real Estate Financial Models from scratch Learn tricks and concepts from financial modelling experts with decades of experience in practice and academia Learn how to use Real Estate Financial Models to make informed investment decisions Learn at a consistent pace over 8 weeks allowing you to take the time to fully grasp this important skill This course is suitable for: Chartered Surveyors Asset Managers Financial Controllers Financial Analysts Investment Managers Property Managers Real Estate Students/Recent Graduates Course Outline: Module 1 - Economic Context Introduction to Real Estate Asset Modelling and how it relates to and is distinct from Econometric Models. Introduction to Real Estate Asset Modelling and how it relates to and is distinct from Econometric Models. Why Real Estate Asset Modelling is important Understanding the occupier, asset and development markets and the relevant modelling approaches for each Real Estate Sub-Sector Key Performance Indicators Introduction to conventional valuations and financial mathematics Understanding and minimising errors in Financial Models Module 2 - Cash Flow Fundamentals Constructing a financial model from first principles. Understanding all the components of a basic cash flow model Understand why Corporate Finance Models and Real Estate Models are different Financial Model Design Making the link between valuations, income mathematics and discounted cash flows Internal Rate of Return, Net Present Value,Worth and other metrics Features and techniques to aid fast model building Module 3 - Developing the Cash Flow Adapting financial models for different periodicities and building rent functions for different rent behaviour. Understanding how leases vary with respect to rent over time: Rent Reviews, Break Clauses, Rent Free Periods, Lease Expiries etc. Developing the concept of a Rent Function in Excel Logic mathematics and Logic functions Projecting rent to adapt to different lease contracts and growth patterns Alternative solutions to Logic functions Comparative analysis of lease structures in different jurisdictions and adapting financial models Module 4 - Real Estate Data Understanding the different sources of data, constructing basic time series models and recognising basic patterns. Key Property market indicators Characteristics and application of key input metrics for Real Estate Appraisals Understanding the eight components of Real Estate Price Dynamics Awareness of the different sources of data Reading and using general property market reports Constructing basic time series models and recognising basic patterns Module 5 - Development Appraisals Constructing a development appraisal from first principles and understanding development return metrics. Understanding the key components of a development project Understanding the difference between development and investment appraisals Residual Appraisals and Profit Calculations Cost orientated cash flows and phased sales Cumulative construction cost patterns: incidental, fixed, loaded and S-curve Development return metrics and Modified IRRs Module 6 - Multi-let Cash Flows Constructing an advanced multi-let cash flow model and learn different techniques to build flexible rent functions. Multi-let and portfolio model design principles Building complex date functions and date series The three multi-let rent projection techniques Perpendicular Rent Functions Incorporate advanced rent adjustments into the Rent Function Incorporate sector and period varying rental growth rates Simplifying OPEX and CAPEX projections Discounting techniques on complex and volatile cash flows Module 7 - Project Finance Constructing a flexible Real Estate Debt Finance model. Revision of the Mathematics of amortisation and debt finance Basic senior debt models and geared net cash flow LTV, IRR and Interest Rate Dynamics Flexible term, repayment options and deferred interest Loan covenant tests Understanding different tranches of debt Understanding how complex debt structures impact the returns to different parties Module 8 - Model Interpretation and Risk Analysis Learn how to read, analyse and report on real estate financial models. Understand how to read models and develop an investment narrative Visualise model outputs using graph functions, conditional formatting, dynamic symbols and dashboards Learn how to use built-in Sensitivity, Scenario Analysis tools and third-party add-ins Learn how to construct varied project scenarios in a systematic way Introduction to Monte Carlo Analysis and VBA Optimising sale dates and other parameters Create well written, attractive and persuasive reports Included in the Course Bayfield Training and University of Cambridge Accredited Certificate & LinkedIn Proficiency Badge 64 CPD Hours 1 Month Post-Course Access to the Digital Platform - 12 Months Post-Course Access to the Platform can be purchased for an additional fee Course Files Q&A Webinars and Guest Speaker Webinars Further Learning Resources (Reading, Files and Videos) Post Course Support - Two Months of Questions & Answers 2024 Cohort Dates Include: 3rd June to 29th July 5th August to 25th September 2024 30th September to 25th November For more information, please contact Sam on the Bayfield Training Sales team: E - s.musgrave@bayfieldtraining.com T - 01223 517851 W - www.bayfieldtraining.com
Learn the basics and the advanced concepts of Tableau to create stunning and detailed visualizations. This course provides step-by-step guidance on how we can make data easier to understand and easier to interpret by using visualizations. We'll be working with Tableau 2020.3.
Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for beginner to intermediate business and requirements analysts who are looking to improve their elicitation and requirements writing and documentation skills. This course is also a great fit for technical writers, product and software testers, project managers, product owners who work closely with business analysts or who perform some for of business analysis themselves. Overview Understand the role of the business analyst and core competencies for performing successfully Discuss the criticality of business analysis and requirements for successful project outcomes Understand the main professional associations and standards supporting business analysts in the industry Discuss the common problems with requirements and explore approaches to address these issues Obtain a clear understanding of the various requirements types and the significance for eliciting each type Demonstrate your ability to identify stakeholders Explore various methods for understanding and analyzing stakeholders Discuss and apply good planning practices to requirements elicitation efforts Obtain knowledge and understanding of over 15 current and commonly applied elicitation techniques Understand how to progress from elicitation to analysis to documentation Write well-formed and validated requirements Gain understanding of the best practices for writing quality requirements Learn the technical writing techniques that apply directly to writing requirements documents Discuss writing pitfalls, risks that impact requirements, and how to address them Learn best practices for communicating and collaborating with stakeholders, sharing the results of elicitation and the resulting documentation Learn approaches for validating requirements Understand the difference between validating requirements and validating the solution With elicitation serving as a major component of the requirements process, it is imperative that business analysts maintain high competency levels in elicitation practices and technique use to help organizations overcome the requirements related challenges faced on projects. Regardless whether you are a practitioner just starting off your career in business analysis or whether you have been performing the role for some years, this course will provide insight into the latest thoughts on elicitation and writing effective requirements and present a number of current techniques that are being applied on projects across industries today. Review of Foundational Concepts Definition of a business analysis Definition of business analyst BA role vs. PM role Business analysis competencies Benefits of business analysis Purpose for having a BA standard IIBA?s BABOK© Guide and PMI?s Practice Guide in Business Analysis Business analysis core concepts Discussion: Project challenges Understanding Requirements Common problems with requirements Understand the problem first Define the business need Situation statements and moving to requirements Understanding requirement types Business requirements Stakeholder/User Requirements Solution Requirements Functional Requirements Non-Functional Requirements Assumptions and Constraints Discussions: Requirement problems, business needs, and identifying non-functional requirements Discovering Stakeholders Definition of a stakeholder Stakeholder types Identifying stakeholders Performing stakeholder analysis Stakeholders and requirements Tips for identifying stakeholders Grouping stakeholders Creating a RACI model Tips for analyzing stakeholders Documenting results of stakeholder analysis Workshop: Discovering stakeholders Preparing for Requirements Elicitation Planning for elicitation Benefits of elicitation planning What do you plan? The elicitation plan Setting objectives for elicitation Determining the scope for elicitation Establishing pre-work Determining the outputs for the session The iterative nature of elicitation Elicitation roles Elicitation planning techniques Discussions: Who to involve in elicitation, planning impacts, and unplanned elicitation Workshop: Planning for elicitation Conduct Requirements Elicitation Elicitation skillset Types of elicitation techniques Using active listening in elicitation Techniques for performing elicitation Benchmarking/Market Analysis Brainstorming Business Rules Analysis Collaborative Games Concept Modeling Data Mining Data Modeling Document Analysis Focus Groups Interface Analysis Interviews Observation Process Modeling Prototyping Survey or Questionnaire Workshops Write Effective Requirements Elicitation and Analysis Requirements related issues Implications of bad requirements Elicitation and documentation Writing skillset Documenting requirements Modeling requirements Defining the project life cycle Impact of project life cycle on documentation Requirements specifications Characteristics of good requirements Guidelines for writing textual requirements Structuring a requirement Writing pitfalls Traceability Requirements attributes Risks associated to requirements Discussions: Project Life Cycle and Correcting Poorly Written Requirements Workshops: Documenting Requirements and Identify Characteristics of Good Requirements Confirm and Communicate Elicitation Requirements Business analysis communication Requirements communication Communication skills The 7 Cs Timing of communication Planning communication Importance of Collaboration Planning collaboration Documenting communication/collaboration needs Confirming elicitation results Verify requirements Characteristics of good requirements (revisited) Requirements checklist Requirements validation Signing off on requirements Discussions: Responsibility for Communication, Eliciting Communication Needs, Validation Signoff Workshops: Communicating Requirements and Obtaining Signoff Evaluate the Solution Business analyst role in solution evaluation Why solutions under perform What we are looking for in solution evaluation When does solution evaluation occur Performing solution evaluation Planning solution evaluation Metrics that might exist Evaluating long term performance Qualitative vs. quantitative measures Tools & techniques used in solution evaluation Comparing expected to actuals When solution evaluation discovers a variance Tools/techniques for analyzing variances Proposing a recommendation Communicating results of solution evaluation Discussion: Addressing Variance Wrap up and Next Steps Useful books and links on writing effective requirements BABOK© Guide Business Analysis for Practitioners: A Practice Guide Additional course details: Nexus Humans BA04 - Eliciting and Writing Effective Requirements training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the BA04 - Eliciting and Writing Effective Requirements course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.
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