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Why Choose 3ds Max Basic to Intermediate Training Course? Course info Looking to take your 3D modelling and animation skills to the next level then Our Intermediate 3DS Max course is designed to help you do just that! A bespoke course ideal for anyone who has a solid understanding of modelling in the 3D environment for films & games. Duration: 20 hrs Method: 1-on-1, Personalized attention. Schedule: Tailor your own schedule and hours of your choice, available from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm. Why Opt for Our 3ds Max Basic to Intermediate Course? Elevate your 3D modeling and animation skills with our tailored Intermediate 3DS Max course, perfect for those proficient in 3D modeling for films and games. 3ds Max Interface: Familiarize yourself with essential interface areas, tool names, and shortcuts. Master the Scene Explorer for comprehensive scene control. Learn initial software settings for an efficient workflow. Organize your project folder for streamlined work management. Enhance workflow through scene navigation shortcuts and visual styles setup. Understand scene unit configuration for precision. Foundations of 3D Modeling: Acquire industry-standard 3D modeling techniques. Implement compositing modeling with procedural geometry. Utilize non-destructive methods via Modifiers to enhance base geometries. Create 3D models using Splines and modifiers like Extrude, Sweep, and Lathe. Explore Boolean operations for complex shape creation. Delve into Mesh Modeling, enabling manual mesh editing for customized objects. Mesh Modeling: Navigate mesh modeling tools in 3ds Max. Model hard surface objects using mesh modeling and other techniques. Unleash creativity in modeling various objects. Material Creation and Application: Understand material basics and texture application. Create, apply, and resize materials on models. Utilize pictures as references for modeling. Apply multiple materials to one object. Incorporate transparency, reflection, and self-illuminating textures. Utilize images with transparency for intricate texture designs. Camera Control Techniques: Learn camera creation and viewpoint adjustment. Modify camera focal length and lock settings for stability. Adjust camera exposure for desired image brightness. Explore cameras with and without targets, understanding their differences. Lighting: Create realistic lighting using daylight systems. Fine-tune daylight settings based on geographical location. Optimize render settings for high-quality output. Utilize various light types for interior illumination. Master light distribution and apply color filters and textures. Implement HDRI environment images for realistic lighting effects. Animation Essentials: Gain a basic understanding of animation principles. Animate objects manually through keyframing. Create walkthrough animations using cameras and paths. Construct efficient camera rigs for path-based animations. Render animations as video output. Advanced Rendering Techniques: Explore rendering with V-Ray Simulate daylight systems and interior lighting in V-Ray Set up studio lighting configurations in both V-Ray advanced rendering. Course Requirements: A computer with 3ds Max and Vray installed (trial versions available on Autodesk and Chaos Group websites) Basic familiarity with 3D modeling concepts is beneficial but not mandatory Enthusiasm for learning 3ds Max and Vray to create impressive 3D models, visualizations, and animations

Our Sponsor Licence Compliance Training will give you all the tools and knowledge you need to ensure your company remains compliant when hiring foreign workers. View our HR Sponsor Licence and Compliance training course dates below, delivered via Microsoft Teams. Course Overview:   Our HR Sponsor Licence and Compliance Training Course is designed to equip HR professionals, managers, and directors with the essential tools and knowledge to ensure their companies remain compliant when hiring foreign workers. In today’s ever-changing landscape of hiring foreign workers, it is crucial to have a solid understanding of the necessary processes and regulations to avoid penalties and maintain a valid Sponsor Licence. Our comprehensive training course has been meticulously crafted to inform, advise, and train companies on maintaining compliance when employing foreign workers. With the Home Office increasing its scrutiny and penalising companies without proper processes in place, it is essential to stay ahead of the game. Non-compliance can have severe consequences, including the suspension or revocation of your licence, which not only affects your company’s operations but also impacts the workers you sponsor. It is paramount to ensure that your company adheres to all the necessary regulations and requirements. This comprehensive course is your one-stop shop for Sponsor Management and Compliance Training. Don’t forget to check out our Home Office Audit Training Course which is designed to train HR professionals, employers and businesses with the knowledge and skills to excel during audit visits and follows on directly from our HR Sponsor Licence and Compliance course.   Course joining links, materials and instructions are sent out 24hours before the course starts. Why choose IAS' Immigration Training Courses? Immigration Advice Service has been providing professional immigration services for over 10 years in the public, private and corporate sectors. The Home Office is penalising more companies than ever for not having the correct processes in place when sponsoring workers. Being non-compliant can lead to your licence being suspended or revoked, which can have serious consequences for the company and workers. This training course is not to be missed by HR Management/Directors.   How is this course structured? Our “Sponsor Licence – HR, Compliance & Right to Work Training” course will include; An overview of Sponsor Licences & The Skilled Worker Visa. How to perform correct Right to Work checks HR processes you need to have in place Sponsor Management System (SMS) Assigning of Key Roles Updating information Renewal of your licence Q&A   Join over 92% of satisfied customers who found their training with IAS useful and beneficial to their role. You will also be provided with training material to keep after completing the course.

Overview This 2 day course provides a practical introduction to Interest Rate Derivatives, equipping participants with the skills to price, trade, and manage risk across financial markets. Participants will explore key pricing concepts like bootstrapping, zero-coupon curves, and forward curves, while developing risk management techniques to navigate various market scenarios. The course also covers using derivatives to express macroeconomic views, bridging theory with real-world applications. By the end, participants will have the tools and insight to confidently engage with Interest Rate Derivatives in professional settings Learning Objectives Understand how to use Interest Rate Derivatives in different roles Grasp major pricing concepts like bootstrapping, zero-coupon curve, forward curve Develop risk management techniques to manage multiple scenarios Express Macro views using derivatives Who the course is for Anyone seeking practical insights into interest rate derivatives which include: Bank traders, market makers, sales, structurers, market risk Portfolio managers, execution traders Corporate treasurers, private bankers Operations, mid and back office personnel, brokers Graduate students and aspiring professionals aiming for careers in financial markets Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please click here To you are interested in speaking with a course specialist, you can book a meeting here

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for DevelopersConsultants Overview Explore SAP Gateway architecture and deployment optionsPerform OData queries and operations with SAP GatewayDefine data model and implement CRUD operationsExtend SAP Gateway services and build new ones with CDS ViewsConfigure routing, multiple origin, and SAP Workflow supportImplement advanced OData operations and introduce OData V4Handle security and consume OData services using SAP Web IDE Students will explore SAP Gateway architecture and deployment options. SAP Gateway Overview SAP Gateway Architecture SAP Gateway Deployment Options OData Overview OData and REST OData Operations OData Queries Consuming OData using SAP Web IDE SAP Gateway Service Implementation Defining a Data Model Implementing Read Operations Implementing Navigation Implementing Query Options Implementing Change Operations SAP Gateway Service Generation RFC/BOR Generator Search Help Generator SAP Gateway Service Redefinition Redefining a Data Service Redefining a Gateway Service SAP Gateway and CDS Views SAP Fiori Programming Model CDS/SADL Generator Data Source Reference CDS View Annotations SAP Gateway Hub Functionalities Multiple Back-End Systems Support Configuring Routing Capabilities Multiple Origin Composition SAP Workflow Support Advanced OData Options Implementing Function Imports Implementing Expand Operations Implementing Deep Insert Operations Handling ETags Batch Requests Media Links Offline Support Server Side Caching SAP Gateway Security Authentication Data Security SAP Gateway OData V4 Support OData V4 Implementation OData V4 Publishing

Elite EA/PA Forum We are delighted to announce that the Elite EA/PA Forum for Australia & New Zealand will be on the 25th of September 2025. Our workshop aims to: Enhance your influence and impact by mastering assertive communication, negotiation, and self-advocacy skills. Stay composed and solution-focused in high-pressure situations with practical tools for crisis management and clear decision-making. Embrace evolving technology by understanding how AI and automation can streamline your role and boost efficiency. Future-proof your career by building strategic value, resilience, and adaptability in an ever-changing professional landscape. Keynote Address with Q&A from the audience: What to expect from Sam's Keynote: With over 30 years supporting leaders at the highest levels, Sam Cohen brings a wealth of insight, experience, and stories (the kind she can share) to the stage. From 18 years serving within The Royal Household - including as Deputy Private Secretary and Press Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - to working with The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, running the Prime Minister’s Office at Downing Street, and serving as Chief of Staff to the global CEO of Rio Tinto, Sam’s career is a masterclass in discretion, diplomacy, and delivering at the top. In this exclusive keynote, Beyond the Role, Sam will explore how Executive Assistants don’t just support leaders - they shape leadership, drive strategy, and build legacy from behind the scenes. Join us for this rare opportunity to hear from someone who’s been at the epicentre of power - and bring your questions! The keynote will include a live Q&A, where you can ask Sam about her remarkable career, leadership insights, and how to truly excel in high-performance environments. (Don’t ask her what the Queen kept in her handbag - she’s not telling.) Sam Cohen Career Bio: Sam Cohen has spent the last 30 years working to support leaders in the public and private sectors. Sam spent 18 years serving The Royal Household, as Deputy Private Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Press Secretary to The Queen. Sam also served as Private Secretary to The Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Following this time, Sam worked as Director of the Prime Minister’s Office at Downing Street under Boris Johnson and, most recently, was Chief of Staff to the global CEO at Rio Tinto. Source: ABC News - YouTube Channel. Facilitator - AM: The Future-Proofed Assistant: Speak Up, Stand Out & Shape Your Career Path How to reimagine your Assistant role in 2025 and beyond - How the EA role is evolving (and what Executives now expect) & why Assistants who think like strategists will be indispensable Assertiveness as an Assistant – The key to retaining your role & the difference between being ‘helpful’ and being ‘heard’ Self-Advocacy as a Career Growth Strategy – The importance of advocating for your career development, workload boundaries and recognition Own Your Professional Future - Map your career development. Whether you're an EA for life or looking to a role beyond in the future, this is for you. Ruth Kilah Career Bio: Ruth is an international executive career coach and founder of Hoxton Hyde – Executive Career Coaching & Mentoring, delivering 1:1 and group programs for experienced Executive Assistants. She specialises in helping EAs step into higher-level roles, increase their income, and expand their professional impact. With 14 years’ experience supporting C-suite executives in Australia and the UK, Ruth brings deep industry insight and a strategic approach to career development. She empowers Assistants to gain clarity on their next move, adopt a strategic mindset, communicate their value effectively, and lead their own growth conversations with confidence. A former EA turned Stakeholder Relations and Project Manager, Ruth launched Hoxton Hyde in 2018 after spotting a clear gap in the market for tailored coaching for career-driven EAs. She is a recognised member of the World Administrators Alliance and a respected thought leader in the EA space, regularly sharing insights via LinkedIn and Instagram. Ruth is also a certified fitness and wellness coach, passionate about helping Assistants achieve long-term career fulfilment through intentional development and well-being. Panel: Crisis Mode: What to do when everything goes wrong Master a step-by-step approach to prioritising and problem-solving under pressure. Strengthen emotional resilience and calm decision-making during unexpected disruptions. Learn how to communicate clearly and lead from behind in high-stress situations. Emma-Kate Bos Bio Emma-Kate works alongside the CEO at Squadron Energy, one of Australia’s leading renewable energy companies. With over 28 years of experience in Executive Assistant and Operational roles supporting business leaders in professional services, politics, membership industries, sporting and not-for-profit organisations, Emma-Kate has a deep understanding of business support roles and has managed large teams of assistants and receptionists. She is passionate about developing and mentoring team members Emma-Kate holds an Associate Degree in Law, Mini MBA and Certificate in Public Relations. Sepi Nowlands Sepi has also worked as an EO for Deloitte and spent 18 years previously as an Executive Assistant at the ATO, Law Council of Australia, Grains Research and Development Corporation and Air Services Australia. Holly Clareburt Hollie Clareburt is an experienced Executive Assistant, currently supporting the Managing Director of Microsoft New Zealand and the Chief Partner Officer. Known for her professionalism and discretion, she excels in providing high-level support in fast-paced, executive environments. Prior to Microsoft, Hollie was Executive Assistant to the Chief of Corporate & Enterprise Systems at BECA, and previously supported the CEO at SKY News New Zealand. Her career reflects a strong track record of reliability, organisation, and executive partnership. Liv Wilson With over 20 years of experience across banking, government, creative industries, and global tech, Liv has supported senior leaders at companies including LinkedIn and Slack. She brings a strategic lens to the business support function, with deep expertise in operations, leadership enablement, and organisational effectiveness. As a passionate advocate for elevating the role of Executive Assistants, Liv has led women’s networks, championed DEI and social impact initiatives, and continues to push for recognition of business support as a critical driver of business success. She is currently working on her side hustle business - collaborating with executives, entrepreneurs, and small business owners to amplify their impact by removing operational barriers, optimising systems, and unlocking their capacity to lead and grow. Facilitator - PM: Justin Kabbani AI Is Not Here to Replace You. It's Here to Upgrade You. We'll explore Justin's proven 3P framework: Priming – How to set up AI like a strategic advisor by feeding it context, tone and mindset Prompting – How to craft clear, structured instructions to get consistently great results Producing – How to turn AI outputs into high-leverage work that makes you stand out Your session outcomes: Real examples from admin professionals already using AI to elevate their work Prompts you can copy, adapt, and test live Interactive exercises to build confidence fast A practical challenge to implement right after the session If you’ve been overwhelmed by AI, or underwhelmed by its impact, this session will change that. You'll leave with tools you can use today, and a mindset you’ll carry forward for the rest of your career. Justin Kabbani Career Bio: Justin Kabbani is one of Australia’s most in-demand AI trainers and keynote speakers, known for making AI feel simple, powerful, and immediately useful. He’s worked with brands like Uber, Treasury Wine Estates, and Udemy, helping their teams embed AI into daily workflows, strategic planning, and executive communication. Over the past two years, Justin has trained more than 2,000 professionals across Australia and beyond, consistently earning feedback like “mind-blowing,” and “game-changing”. His signature Prime, Prompt, Produce framework has transformed how business leaders, executive assistants, marketers, and teams think, work, and communicate with AI, without needing to be “tech people.” Justin believes AI isn’t here to replace people. It’s here to take the robotic work off our plate, so we can focus on what humans do best. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinkabbani/ Website: https://justinkabbani.com/ Speed Connections Networking Session Join us for Speed Connections, a lively 30-minute networking session designed to foster meaningful connections in a fun, fast-paced environment. Every 10 minutes, attendees will be placed into new breakout rooms with small groups, giving everyone the chance to meet a diverse range of peers. Each breakout session will feature engaging prompts to spark conversations and make networking enjoyable and memorable! Who will attend this event? Executive Assistant (EA) Personal Assistant (PA) Virtual Assistant (VA) Legal Secretary Legal Executive Assistant Administrative Assistant Office Manager Health Care Office Manager Chief of Staff Additional roles may be relevant depending on role responsibilities, along with development opportunities. This workshop is open to females, male including trans women/males and non-binary professionals. 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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Telco cloud system administrators and telco network operations engineers Professionals who work with telco or enterprise and data center networks Designers and operations engineers who manage telco workloads Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe the VMware Telco Cloud Infrastructure™ architecture Describe the VMware Cloud Director architecture List the infrastructure requirements of ETSI NFV Describe the VMware Cloud Director architecture as Virtualized Infrastructure Manager (VIM) Describe the options associated with VMware cloud providers Explain how organizations are supported in VMware Cloud Director Describe the security model in VMware Cloud Director Configure key networking elements of VMware Cloud Director Manage and monitor resources in VMware Cloud Director Enumerate troubleshooting concepts and Day 2 operations using VMware Cloud Director This five-day, hands-on training course provides you with the advanced knowledge, skills, and tools to achieve competency in operating and troubleshooting the VMware Telco Cloud Infrastructure environment. In this course, you are introduced to VMware Cloud Director? as a virtualized infrastructure manager. You will examine ETSI NFV requirements, deployment options, and procedures. You will also deploy virtualized network functions and understand their detailed configuration settings. You will learn how to support organizations as well as set up networking and security using hands-on lab exercises.In addition, you are presented with various types of technical problems in VMware Cloud Director, which you will identify, analyze, and solve through a systematic troubleshooting process. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Day 0 Operations: VMware Telco Cloud Infrastructure Installation Describe the challenges of the telco cloud Describe the key functions of the telco cloud List the benefits of the VMware Cloud Director based VMware Telco Cloud Infrastructure Describe the VMware Telco Cloud Infrastructure architecture Describe the role of VMware Cloud Director in the VMware Telco Cloud Infrastructure architecture List the VMware Telco Cloud Infrastructure deployment options Describe the VMware Cloud Director architecture List the key VMware components that are part of VMware Cloud Director Describe the key use cases for the VMware Cloud Director based VMware Telco Cloud Infrastructure Day 0 Operations: ETSI NFV Requirements for Cloud Platforms Compare physical and virtual infrastructures List the benefits and challenges of physical infrastructure Describe the types of virtual infrastructure Describe the advantages and components of the NFV infrastructure (NFVI) Explain the role of network virtualization in the NFVI List the requirements of NFVI for VMware Cloud Director Describe the networking options of VMware Cloud Director Describe the key networking use cases Describe requirements of VMware Telco Cloud Automation? for networking Describe the storage options of VMware Cloud Director Describe the key storage use cases Day 1 Operations: Virtualized Infrastructure Manager (VIM) Configuration Explain basic concepts related to VMware Cloud Director Describe the components of the VMware Cloud Director architecture Describe the basic configuration of the VMware Cloud Director architecture Describe virtual data centers or VDCs Explain the role of organization VDCs Describe the relationship between provider VDCs and organization VDCs Describe resources in VMware Cloud Director List the key resource organization Create resource pools Describe how vSAN integrates with VMware Cloud Director Day 1 Operations: Configuring VMware Cloud Director Providers Describe how compute resources are provided to VMware Cloud Director Describe how storage resources are provided to VMware Cloud Director Describe provider VDC requirements and best practices List the requirements of creating VDCs Describe the VNF on-boarding process Create provider VDCs Day 1 Operations: Configuring VMware Cloud Director Organizations Describe VMware Cloud Director organizations Create VMware Cloud Director organizations Navigate through the VMware Cloud Director HTML5 provider portal Describe the VMware Cloud Director organization VDC Navigate through the tenant portal List use cases for a VMware Cloud Director organization VDC List the organization VDC allocation models Describe the types of resources that can be allocated Describe how resources are allocated for an organization Examine the function and requirements of network pools Describe the network types available in VMware Cloud Director (external, organization, and vApp) Create and manage organization VDC networks Describe catalogs Manage an organization?s catalog Populate, share, and publish catalogs Describe vApps Manage access to vApps and catalogs Modify the configuration of vApps and their virtual machines (VMs) Manage organization VDC networking Create affinity and anti-affinity rules Day 1 Operations: Configuring VMware Cloud Director Security Describe role-based access Create custom security roles Describe the directory services in VMware Cloud Director Describe the role of LDAP, SAML, SSL, Kerberos, and OAuth2 with VMware Cloud Director Explain the use of VMware Cloud Director with SSO Day 1 Operations: Configuring VMware Cloud Director Networking List networking options in VMware Cloud Director Describe key networking use cases in VMware Cloud Director Describe the use and placement of VMware NSX© Edge? services gateways in relation to VMware Cloud Director Review routing with the distributed logical router and edge services gateways in combination with VMware Cloud Director Describe firewall management in VMware Cloud Director with edge services gateways and the distributed firewall Describe an overview of VMware NSX-T? Data Center Explain the architecture of NSX-T Data Center Describe VMware Cloud Director supported features of NSX-T Data Center Describe the benefits and challenges of multisite networking List the requirements for multisite networking Describe the benefits and challenges of networking between VDCs List the requirements for networking between VDCs Configure cross-VDC networking Day 2 Operations: VMware Cloud Director Resource Management and Monitoring Identify the key resources that need to be managed with VMware Cloud Director List monitoring options with VMware Cloud Director Explain the resource management and monitoring architecture in VMware Cloud Director Monitor objects from the VMware Cloud Director portal Identify features of VMware vRealize© Operations Manager? Integrate VMware Cloud Director with vRealize Operations Manager Configure VMware vRealize© Operations Management Pack for VMware Cloud Director? Outline the monitoring features of vRealize Operations Manager in VMware Cloud Director Describe the purpose of the vRealize Operations Tenant App for VMware Cloud Director Integrate VMware Cloud Director with the Tenant App Configure the Tenant App for VMware Cloud Director Monitor objects with the Tenant App List the steps to monitor VMware Cloud Director environments with vRealize Operations Manager List the steps to monitor VMware Cloud Director environments with VMware vRealize© Log Insight? List the steps to review historical virtual machine metrics in VMware Cloud Director Examine VMware Cloud Director logs Day 2 Operations: VMware Cloud Director Troubleshooting Identify the features of the VMware Telco Cloud Automation dashboards List the components of the VMware Telco Cloud Automation dashboards Explain the features of fault management in VMware Telco Cloud Director Describe the use of fault management in VMware Cloud Director Describe the use of performance management in VMware Cloud Director Describe the use of logs in VMware Cloud Director Troubleshoot using VMware Cloud Director

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Telco cloud system administrators and telco network operations engineers Professionals who work with telco or enterprise and data center networks Designers and operations engineers who manage telco workloads Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: List VMware Telco Cloud Automation deployment options and procedures Describe the VMware Telco Cloud Automation infrastructure settings Configure Containers as a Service (CaaS) functionality Describe partner integration options and procedures Define zero-touch provisioning and describe infrastructure deployment Instantiate network services and network functions Describe the authorization model of VMware Telco Cloud Automation Define platform life cycle management (LCM) for VMware Telco Cloud Automation Enumerate troubleshooting concepts and day-two operations for VMware Telco Cloud Automation Describe the use of APIs within VMware Telco Cloud Automation List examples of how VMware Telco Cloud Automation can be used in a CICD environment This five-day, hands-on training course provides you with the advanced knowledge, skills, and tools to achieve competency in operating and troubleshooting the VMware Telco Cloud AutomationTM environment. In this course, you are introduced to VMware Telco Cloud Automation infrastructure settings, deployment options, and procedures. You explore Containers as a Service and understand the workflow details of Partner Integration processes. You are introduced to zero-touch provisioning and its importance in VMware Telco Cloud Automation. You onboard and instantiate network functions and network services using hands-on lab exercises. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives VMware Telco Cloud Automation Installation Describe day-zero operations for VMware Telco Cloud Automation Describe the VMware Telco Cloud Automation architecture List the steps to perform VMware Telco Cloud Automation deployment List the steps to perform VMware Telco Cloud Automation control plane integration Describe VMware Telco Cloud Automation control plane scaling Describe the requirements on other applications such as VMware vRealize© Orchestrator? and Harbor Describe where, when, and how to use VMware Telco Cloud Automation tagging Day One Operations: Infrastructure Settings Describe the VMware Telco Cloud Automation infrastructure options Describe VMware Telco Cloud Automation infrastructure requirements Outline the role of virtual infrastructure and TCA Identify the benefits of public versus private infrastructure List the steps to integrate a VM-based virtual infrastructure List the steps to integrate a container-based virtual infrastructure Describe private infrastructure requirements Day One Operations: Containers as a Service Define Containers as a Service (CaaS) List the challenges of CNF deployment without automation Describe the Kubernetes and VMware Tanzu? Kubernetes Grid? architectures Describe supporting technologies like Cluster API List steps to create a Kubernetes cluster template Describe the process for deploying node pools and groups Describe cluster monitoring List CaaS scale options Day One Operations: Partner Integration Describe partner integration and the types of partners Describe Harbor and the various Harbor platforms List the steps to interface with a Harbor platform Compare and contrast specialized VNF managers (S-VNFMs) and generic VNF managers (G-VNFMs) Explain how to add an S-VNFM Define S-VNFM use cases Day One Operations: Zero Touch Provisioning and Infrastructure Deployment Describe zero-touch provisioning List the use cases of zero-touch provisioning List the benefits of zero-touch provisioning Describe the infrastructure requirements of zero-touch provisioning Describe the zero-touch provisioning domains List the steps to deploy an infrastructure using zero-touch provisioning Day One Operations: Network Functions ad Network Services Describe the roles of network services and network functions List the types of descriptors Describe the role of TOSCA Describe the role of onboarding List the steps to onboard network functions and network services Examine the results of the onboarding process List the steps to instantiate network functions and network services Examine the results of the instantiation process Day Two Operations: Authorization Model Explain the resources that can be accessed in vSphere Define the role of a VMware vCenter Server© system in credential management Describe the procedures to create, delete, and modify rules using vCenter Server Explain how to control and verify access to vSphere resources List roles in VMware Telco Cloud Automation Explain the tasks and list the levels of permissions needed in VMware Telco Cloud Automation List all the permissions and filters that can be implemented in VMware Telco Cloud Automation Summarize the role-based access control model of VMware Telco Cloud Automation Day Two Operations: Platform Life Cycle Management Explain the life cycle stages in VMware Telco Cloud Automation control plane Explain the life cycle stages in VMware Telco Cloud Automation Define an upgrade schedule Apply an upgrade schedule to manage life cycle management of the VMware Telco Cloud Automation control plane Apply an upgrade schedule to manage life cycle management of VMware Telco Cloud Automation Describe network function and network service life cycle management events Execute network function and network service healing Set up Network Function and Network Service monitoring Perform Network Function and Network Service termination Day Two Operations: Troubleshooting List the components of the VMware Telco Cloud Automation dashboard Explain the features of fault management in VMware Telco Cloud Automation Explain the features of performance management in VMware Telco Cloud Automation Describe the use of fault management of VMware Telco Cloud Automation for VNFs and CNFs Describe the use of performance management of VMware Telco Cloud Automation for VNFs and CNFs Troubleshoot using tcf_manager, app.log, and web.log Define the procedures to integrate VMware vRealize© Operations Manager? with VMware Telco Cloud Automation Usage of VMware vRealize© Operations? Day Two Operations: API Management Define the VMware Telco Cloud Automation API Explain the API architecture Describe VMware Telco Cloud Automation API use cases Explain how to configure an external REST API Describe how to request security tokens for implementation Explain how to implement commands through external systems using APIs Day Two Operations: Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery Describe continuous integration and continuous delivery (CICD) List the benefits and challenges of CICD Describe how VMware Telco Cloud Automation can be used in a CICD environment Explore VMware Telco Cloud Automation CICD examples

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Telco cloud system administrators and telco network operations engineers Professionals who work with telco or enterprise and data center networks Designers and operations engineers who manage telco workloads Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: List VMware Telco Cloud Automation deployment options and procedures Define Infrastructure Automation and describe infrastructure deployment Describe the VMware Telco Cloud Automation infrastructure settings Configure containers as a service functionality Describe partner integration options and procedures Instantiate network services and network functions Describe the authorization model of VMware Telco Cloud Automation Define platform life cycle management (LCM) for VMware Telco Cloud Automation Enumerate troubleshooting concepts and day two operations for VMware Telco Cloud Automation Describe the use of APIs within VMware Telco Cloud Automation List examples of how VMware Telco Cloud Automation can be used in a CICD environment This five-day, hands-on training course provides you with the advanced knowledge, skills, and tools to achieve competency in operating and troubleshooting the VMware Telco Cloud Automation environment. In this course, you are introduced to VMware Telco Cloud Automation infrastructure settings, deployment options and procedures. You will explore containers as a service and understand the workflow details of partner integration processes. You will learn about infrastructure automation and its importance in VMware Telco Cloud Automation. You will onboard and instantiate network functions and network services using hands-on lab exercises.In addition, this course teaches life cycle management workflows as well as several types of technical problems in VMware Telco Cloud Automation, which you will identify, analyze, and solve through a systematic process. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives VMware Telco Cloud Automation Installation Describe day zero operations for VMware Telco Cloud Automation Describe the VMware Telco Cloud Automation architecture List the steps to perform VMware Telco Cloud Automation deployment List the steps to perform VMware Telco Cloud Automation control plane integration Describe VMware Telco Cloud Automation control plane scaling Describe the requirements for other applications such as vRealize Orchestrator and Harbor Describe where, when, and how to use VMware Telco Cloud Automation tagging Day 1 Operations: Infrastructure Automation Describe infrastructure automation List the use cases of infrastructure automation List the benefits of infrastructure automation Describe the infrastructure requirements of infrastructure automation Describe the infrastructure automation domains List the steps to deploy an infrastructure using infrastructure automation Day 1 Operations: Infrastructure Settings Describe the VMware Telco Cloud Automation infrastructure options Describe VMware Telco Cloud Automation infrastructure requirements Outline the role of virtual infrastructure and VMware Telco Cloud Automation Identify the benefits of public and private infrastructures List the steps to integrate a VM-based virtual infrastructure List the steps to integrate a container-based virtual infrastructure Describe private infrastructure requirements Day 1 Operations: Containers as a Service Define containers as a service (CaaS) List the challenges of CNF deployment without automation Describe the Kubernetes and Tanzu Kubernetes Grid architectures List steps to create a Kubernetes cluster template Describe the process for deploying node pools and groups List the steps to support anti-affinity of workload cluster nodes Describe cluster monitoring List CaaS scale options Day 1 Operations: Partner Integration Describe partner integration and the types of partners Describe Harbor and the various Harbor platforms List the steps to interface with a Harbor platform Compare and contrast specialized VNF managers (S-VNFMs) and generic VNF managers (G-VNFMs) Explain how to add an S-VNFM Define S-VNFM use cases List the benefits and challenges of using Airgap Day 1 Operations: Network Functions ad Network Services Describe the roles of network services and network functions List the types of descriptors Describe the role of TOSCA Describe the role of onboarding List the steps to onboard network functions and network services Examine the results of the onboarding process List the steps to instantiate network functions and network services Examine the results of the instantiation process Day 2 Operations: Authorization Model Explain the resources that can be accessed in vSphere Define the role of a vCenter Server system in credential management Define the role of Keycloak in credential management Describe the procedures to create, delete, and modify rules using vCenter Server Explain how to control and verify access to vSphere resources List the roles in VMware Telco Cloud Automation Explain the tasks and list the levels of permissions needed in VMware Telco Cloud Automation List all the permissions and filters that can be implemented in VMware Telco Cloud Automation Day 2 Operations: Life Cycle Management Explain the life cycle stages in VMware Telco Cloud Automation control plane Explain the life cycle stages in VMware Telco Cloud Automation Define an upgrade schedule Apply an upgrade schedule for life cycle management of the VMware Telco Cloud Automation control plane Apply an upgrade schedule for life cycle management in VMware Telco Cloud Automation Describe network function and network service life cycle management events Execute network function and network service healing Perform network function and network service termination Day 2 Operations: Troubleshooting List the components of the VMware Telco Cloud Automation dashboard Explain the features of fault management in VMware Telco Cloud Automation Explain the features of performance management in VMware Telco Cloud Automation Describe the use of fault management of VMware Telco Cloud Automation for VNFs and CNFs Describe the use of performance management of VMware Telco Cloud Automation for VNFs and CNFs Describe the use of CCLI for troubleshooting Define the procedures to integrate vRealize Operations Manager with VMware Telco Cloud Automation Describe how to use vRealize Operations Day Two Operations: API Management Define the VMware Telco Cloud Automation API Explain the API architecture Describe VMware Telco Cloud Automation API use cases Describe how to request security tokens for implementation Explain how to implement commands through external systems using APIs Day Two Operations: Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery Describe continuous integration and continuous delivery (CICD) List the benefits and challenges of CICD Describe how VMware Telco 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Elite EA/PA Forum We are delighted to announce the Elite EA/PA Forum for ANZ will be on the 25th of September 2025. Our workshop aims to: Enhance your influence and impact by mastering assertive communication, negotiation, and self-advocacy skills. Stay composed and solution-focused in high-pressure situations with practical tools for crisis management and clear decision-making. Embrace evolving technology by understanding how AI and automation can streamline your role and boost efficiency. Future-proof your career by building strategic value, resilience, and adaptability in an ever-changing professional landscape. Keynote Address with Q&A from the audience: What to expect from Sam's Keynote: With over 30 years supporting leaders at the highest levels, Sam Cohen brings a wealth of insight, experience, and stories (the kind she can share) to the stage. From 18 years serving within The Royal Household - including as Deputy Private Secretary and Press Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - to working with The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, running the Prime Minister’s Office at Downing Street, and serving as Chief of Staff to the global CEO of Rio Tinto, Sam’s career is a masterclass in discretion, diplomacy, and delivering at the top. In this exclusive keynote, Beyond the Role, Sam will explore how Executive Assistants don’t just support leaders - they shape leadership, drive strategy, and build legacy from behind the scenes. Join us for this rare opportunity to hear from someone who’s been at the epicentre of power - and bring your questions! The keynote will include a live Q&A, where you can ask Sam about her remarkable career, leadership insights, and how to truly excel in high-performance environments. (Don’t ask her what the Queen kept in her handbag - she’s not telling.) Sam Cohen Career Bio: Sam Cohen has spent the last 30 years working to support leaders in the public and private sectors. Sam spent 18 years serving The Royal Household, as Deputy Private Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Press Secretary to The Queen. Sam also served as Private Secretary to The Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Following this time, Sam worked as Director of the Prime Minister’s Office at Downing Street under Boris Johnson and, most recently, was Chief of Staff to the global CEO at Rio Tinto. Source: ABC News - YouTube Channel. Facilitator - AM: The Future-Proofed Assistant: Speak Up, Stand Out & Shape Your Career Path How to reimagine your Assistant role in 2025 and beyond - How the EA role is evolving (and what Executives now expect) & why Assistants who think like strategists will be indispensable Assertiveness as an Assistant – The key to retaining your role & the difference between being ‘helpful’ and being ‘heard’ Self-Advocacy as a Career Growth Strategy – The importance of advocating for your career development, workload boundaries and recognition Own Your Professional Future - Map your career development. Whether you're an EA for life or looking to a role beyond in the future, this is for you. Ruth Kilah Career Bio: Ruth is an international executive career coach and founder of Hoxton Hyde – Executive Career Coaching & Mentoring, delivering 1:1 and group programs for experienced Executive Assistants. She specialises in helping EAs step into higher-level roles, increase their income, and expand their professional impact. With 14 years’ experience supporting C-suite executives in Australia and the UK, Ruth brings deep industry insight and a strategic approach to career development. She empowers Assistants to gain clarity on their next move, adopt a strategic mindset, communicate their value effectively, and lead their own growth conversations with confidence. A former EA turned Stakeholder Relations and Project Manager, Ruth launched Hoxton Hyde in 2018 after spotting a clear gap in the market for tailored coaching for career-driven EAs. She is a respected thought leader in the EA space, regularly sharing insights via LinkedIn and Instagram. Panel: Crisis Mode: What to do when everything goes wrong Master a step-by-step approach to prioritising and problem-solving under pressure. Strengthen emotional resilience and calm decision-making during unexpected disruptions. Learn how to communicate clearly and lead from behind in high-stress situations. Emma-Kate Bos Bio Emma-Kate works alongside the CEO at Squadron Energy, one of Australia’s leading renewable energy companies. With over 28 years of experience in Executive Assistant and Operational roles supporting business leaders in professional services, politics, membership industries, sporting and not-for-profit organisations, Emma-Kate has a deep understanding of business support roles and has managed large teams of assistants and receptionists. She is passionate about developing and mentoring team members Emma-Kate holds an Associate Degree in Law, Mini MBA and Certificate in Public Relations. Sepi Nowlands Sepi has also worked as an EO for Deloitte and spent 18 years previously as an Executive Assistant at the ATO, Law Council of Australia, Grains Research and Development Corporation and Air Services Australia. She is now EA and EO to the CPO. Holly Clareburt Hollie Clareburt is an experienced Executive Assistant, currently supporting the Managing Director of Microsoft New Zealand and the Chief Partner Officer. Known for her professionalism and discretion, she excels in providing high-level support in fast-paced, executive environments. Prior to Microsoft, Hollie was Executive Assistant to the Chief of Corporate & Enterprise Systems at BECA, and previously supported the CEO at SKY News New Zealand. Her career reflects a strong track record of reliability, organisation, and executive partnership. Liv Wilson With over 20 years of experience across banking, government, creative industries, and global tech, Liv has supported senior leaders at companies including LinkedIn and Slack. She brings a strategic lens to the business support function, with deep expertise in operations, leadership enablement, and organisational effectiveness. As a passionate advocate for elevating the role of Executive Assistants, Liv has led women’s networks, championed DEI and social impact initiatives, and continues to push for recognition of business support as a critical driver of business success. She is currently working on her side hustle business - collaborating with executives, entrepreneurs, and small business owners to amplify their impact by removing operational barriers, optimising systems, and unlocking their capacity to lead and grow. Facilitator - PM: Justin Kabbani AI Is Not Here to Replace You. It's Here to Upgrade You. We'll explore Justin's proven 3P framework: Priming – How to set up AI like a strategic advisor by feeding it context, tone and mindset Prompting – How to craft clear, structured instructions to get consistently great results Producing – How to turn AI outputs into high-leverage work that makes you stand out Your session outcomes: Real examples from admin professionals already using AI to elevate their work Prompts you can copy, adapt, and test live Interactive exercises to build confidence fast A practical challenge to implement right after the session If you’ve been overwhelmed by AI, or underwhelmed by its impact, this session will change that. You'll leave with tools you can use today, and a mindset you’ll carry forward for the rest of your career. Justin Kabbani Career Bio: Justin Kabbani is one of Australia’s most in-demand AI trainers and keynote speakers, known for making AI feel simple, powerful, and immediately useful. He’s worked with brands like Uber, Treasury Wine Estates, and Udemy, helping their teams embed AI into daily workflows, strategic planning, and executive communication. Over the past two years, Justin has trained more than 2,000 professionals across Australia and beyond, consistently earning feedback like “mind-blowing,” and “game-changing”. His signature Prime, Prompt, Produce framework has transformed how business leaders, executive assistants, marketers, and teams think, work, and communicate with AI, without needing to be “tech people.” Justin believes AI isn’t here to replace people. It’s here to take the robotic work off our plate, so we can focus on what humans do best. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinkabbani/ Website: https://justinkabbani.com/ Speed Connections Networking Session Join us for Speed Connections, a lively 30-minute networking session designed to foster meaningful connections in a fun, fast-paced environment. Every 10 minutes, attendees will be placed into new breakout rooms with small groups, giving everyone the chance to meet a diverse range of peers. Each breakout session will feature engaging prompts to spark conversations and make networking enjoyable and memorable! Who will attend this event? Executive Assistant (EA) Personal Assistant (PA) Virtual Assistant (VA) Legal Secretary Legal Executive Assistant Administrative Assistant Office Manager Health Care Office Manager Chief of Staff Additional roles may be relevant depending on role responsibilities along with development opportunities. We understand the challenge. Professional development for assistants is often undervalued, and securing budget or approval for external training can be difficult. That’s why we’ve created a ready-to-use business case template to help you justify attendance at this event and highlight the value it brings to both you and your organisation. If you need support or costings confirmed for single or group attendance, please reach out to our support team at: support@elite-forums.com You can download and edit the template below: This workshop is open to females, male including trans women/males and non-binary professionals. Group Rate Discounts: To discuss our group rates in more detail, please email support@elite-forums.com and provide the following: Group Number (How many would like to attend) Event Date (If numerous dates, please advise if we are splitting attendees across multiple dates) Attendee Contact details (Or request our Group Rate Document. Complete and return - we'll sort the rest.) Group discounts are on request - see below group rate discount brackets: 🧩 You just need one piece to come together - to unlock your Elite Potential. 🔑 Please note: All facilatators, panelists, and speakers are all PAID with applicable contracts in place. We value our speakers and want the best to ensure our attendees get the best development. Media outlets/organisations will not be permitted to attend this event.