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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course are persons who are new to reporting with Microsoft© SQL Server© Report Builder and SSRS, persons who are transitioning from another reporting software application, and persons who are existing Report Builder and SSRS report authors. The secondary audience for this course are persons who are using Report Designer (SSRS). Course participants may be business analysts, programmer analysts, data analysts, database administrators, or IT professionals and may or may not have experience with Microsoft© SQL Server© Report Builder and SSRS, programming (Visual Basic), and/or Transact-Structured Query Language (T-SQL) experience. Overview After completing this course, students will be able to: Create parameter reports. Create list reports. Format reports with complex expressions. Add images and subreports. Add drilldown and drillthrough functionality. Add sparklines, data bars, and indicators. In this course, students will continue their learning on the foundations of report writing with Microsoft© SQL Server© Report Builder and SSRS. The focus will be on report creation by connecting to a database and manipulating the data. 1 - Parameter Reports Parameterized Reporting Create Report Parameters Modify Report Parameters Provide Default Parameter Values Provide Available Values for Parameters Lab: Creating Parameterized Reports 2 - List Data Regions Introducing the List Data Region Create Reports Using List Data Regions Modify Reports Which Use List Data Regions Lab: Creating List Reports 3 - Enhancing Reports with Complex Expressions Formatting Reports Top N Reports Running Values Lab: Enhancing Reports with Complex Expressions 4 - Enhance Reports with Images and Subreports Add Images to Reports Retrieve Images from a Database Introducing SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services) Report Server Add Subreports to Reports Lab: Working With Images and Subreports 5 - Drilldown and Drillthrough Reports Add and Configure Drilldown Reporting Add and Configure Drillthrough Reporting Lab: Add Drilldown and Drillthrough Functionality to Reports 6 - Sparklines, Data Bars, and Indicators Sparklines Data Bars Indicators Lab: Adding Sparklines, Data Bars, and Indicators to Reports Additional course details: Nexus Humans 55128 Writing Reports with Report Builder and SSRS Level 2 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 55128 Writing Reports with Report Builder and SSRS Level 2 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.

Better Business Cases™ Foundation: Virtual In-House Training Better Business Cases™ is based on the Five Case Model - which is the UK government's best practice approach to structuring spending proposals and making effective business decisions. Using this best practice approach will allow organizations to reduce unnecessary spending and improve the decision-making process which gives you a greater chance of securing necessary funding and support for initiatives. The goal of the foundation course is to enable participants to work effectively with a team to develop a strong business case in their work environment. What You Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Describe the philosophy and the underlying rationale of the Five Case Model Identify different types of business case, their purpose, who is responsible for them Recognize when the different types are required in the development of a spending proposal Develop the business case in relation to other recognized and recommended best practices for programme and project management Overview of the Five Case Model Five key components of a business case and the order in which they are presented Three key stages in the development of a spending proposal Definition of a programme / project and the key differences between programmes and projects Purpose of a Business Justification Case (BJC) and in what circumstances it should be considered Purpose of a Strategic Outline Case (SOC) Purpose of an Outline Business Case (OBC) Purpose of a Full Business Case (FBC) Relationship between policies, strategies, programmes, and projects and their deliverables Developing the Strategic Case Purpose and core content of a Strategic Case Purpose of SMART robust spending objectives and the key objectives for spend: economy, efficiency, effectiveness, re-procurement, and statutory or regulatory compliance Four main categories of benefits criteria and the parties involved in their development Three key categories of risk Purpose of identifying constraints and dependencies Difference between direct and indirect benefits Developing the Economic Case Purpose and core content of an Economic Case Purpose of critical success factors and the key critical success factors based upon the Five Case Model Purpose of the long list options and how to generate options and undertake SWOT analysis Minimum of four short-list options, how they are derived, and what they should include (Reference Project / Public Sector Comparator [PSC]) Difference between the preferred way forward and the preferred option Purpose, objectives, key participants, and outputs of Workshop Stage 2 - identifying and assessing the options Rules that should be followed for the treatment of costs and benefits Key differences between economic appraisals and financial appraisals Factors considered when selecting the preferred option Developing the Commercial Case Purpose and core content of a Commercial Case Guiding principles when apportioning risk between the contractual parties Purpose of payment mechanisms Purpose of Step 9 in the development framework: Contracting for the deal Developing the Financial Case Purpose and core content of a Financial Case The financial statements required for all projects The possible impacts to consider Developing the Management Case Purpose and core content of a Management Case Purpose of a programme / project management strategy, framework, and plan Purpose of a change management strategy, framework, and plan Purpose of a benefits realization strategy, framework, and register / plan Purpose of a risk management strategy, framework and register / plan Purpose of a post programme / project evaluation strategy, framework, and plan

A guide for solicitors and immigration lawyers on how to deal with both complex and straightforward British citizenship applications. View the “Naturalisation – How to apply for British citizenship for straightforward and complex cases” dates below, available remotely. Naturalisation – How to apply for British citizenship for straightforward and complex cases A detailed how-to guide for solicitors, immigration lawyers and advisors on how to deal with both complex and straightforward British citizenship applications. Unlock the secrets to successful British citizenship applications in our workshop. Equip yourself with knowledge, strategies, and practical insights to conquer the challenges of the application journey. Contact our legal team for more information and to learn more about our immigration training courses.   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. Our Naturalisation training course will give you all the knowledge and tools you need to deal with complex British citizenship applications as well as straightforward Naturalisation cases. Our fully qualified and OISC regulated trainer will guide you through the process and ensure you are competent. This an opportunity not to be missed by immigration/legal professionals. How is this course structured? The “Naturalisation – How to apply for British citizenship for straightforward and complex cases” half-day training workshop will involve training in all aspects of the British citizenship application process including: The process of Applying for Naturalisation – documents needed If you have committed a criminal offence/good character issues If you are an EEA National applying for Naturalisation Children applying for Citizenship

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Are you an assessor or a trainer looking to enhance your effectiveness and communication skills? Do you find it challenging to confidently express your thoughts, to get what you want from situations and to maintain control during training sessions or assessments?  If so, our “Assertiveness for Assessors and Trainers” live online workshop is made for you. Effective Communication: Assertiveness empowers you to communicate your ideas clearly, ensuring your message is understood by learners. You’ll learn techniques to express your thoughts confidently, leading to improved engagement and comprehension. Confidence Building: Learn techniques for appearing more confident when communicating with others.  Taking control: Take control of situations through your body language and the verbal / written language you use. Invest in Your Success This 2.5 hour session will help you gain the skills to lead with confidence, communicate effectively, and prioritise yourself in your life.  Further Information This 2.5 hour session held live online via Teams will give you the tools and techniques you need to be more assertive. Workshop Benefits Interactive Workshops: Engage in hands-on activities, role plays, and real-world scenarios to practice assertive communication techniques in a safe and supportive environment.Expert Facilitators: Our experienced trainers will guide you through proven strategies, drawing on their expertise in communication, psychology, and training methodologies.Tailored Content: The course content is specifically designed for assessors and trainers, addressing challenges and situations unique to your profession.Practical Tools: Walk away with a toolkit of practical techniques, scripts, and strategies that you can immediately apply in your assessments and training sessions.Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow assessors and trainers, sharing insights, experiences, and best practices to further enhance your professional journey.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for Enterprise network staff responsible for help desk support, system administration, and network design. Overview At Course Completion: - Features and functions of Group Policy - Use Group Policy management tools to manage security policies - Design a Group Policy infrastructure - Group Policy processing architecture - Back up, restore, import, and copy Group Policy Objects through the Group Policy - Management Console - Use Windows PowerShell to manage Group Policy - Implement security using Group Policy - Configure the desktop environment with Group Policy - Configure roaming profiles and Folder Redirection - Assign and publish software packages - Implement AppLocker and software restriction policies - Create and deploy Administrative Templates - Configure Group Policy preferences In this course, you will learn how to reduce costs and increase efficiencies in your network. You will discover how to consolidate the administration of an enterprise IT infrastructure with Group Policy, and you will learn to control and manage computer systems and domain users running Windows Server 2016 and Windows clients. Create Group Policies, implement administrative and security templates, and determine best practices when deploying software packages. Walk away with the experience and tools needed to optimize your enterprise systems and networks, implement administrative and security templates, and determine best practices when deploying software packages. 1 - Introduction to Configuration Management Configuration Management Overview Configuration Management Using Group Policy Group Policy Features Introduced with Later Versions of Windows Using Windows PowerShell in the Configuration Management Process 2 - Using Group Policy Management Tools Local and Domain Policies Using Group Policy Management Console Understanding Group Policy Refresh 3 - Designing a Group Policy Infrastructure Design Stages for a Group Policy Infrastructure Planning your Group Policy Design Designing Your Group Policy Solution Deploying Your Group Policy Solution Managing Your Group Policy Solution 4 - Understanding the Architecture of Group Policy Processing Group Policy Components in AD DS Understanding the Group Policy Deployment Order Modifying Group Policy Processing 5 - Troubleshooting and Backing Up GPOs Using Group Policy Troubleshooting Tools Integration of RSoP Functionality Group Policy Logging Options Backing Up, Restoring, Importing, and Copying GPOs Building Migration Tables 6 - Securing Windows Using Group Policy Exploring the Windows Security Architecture Securing User Accounts Exploring Security Policies Windows Firewall with Advanced Security Implementing Domain Security Security Policy Options for Window Client and Windows Server 7 - Implementing Application Security Using Group Policy Managing UAC Settings Defending Against Malware Using AppLocker to Restrict Software Implementing Windows App Security Settings 8 - Configuring the Desktop Environment with Group Policy Exploring Script Types and Controlling Script Execution Defining the Desktop, Start Menu, and Taskbar Settings Defining the Control Panel Settings Defining the Windows Components Settings Configuring the Printer Management and Pruning Settings Defining the Network Settings Discovering the new Group Policy Settings 9 - Implementing User State Virtualization Configuring Folder Redirection Managing Offline Files Implementing User Experience Virtualization OneDrive for Business 10 - Assigning and Publishing Software Packages Using MSI Packages to Distribute Software Using Group Policy as a Software Deployment Method Deploying Software Setting Up Distribution Points Using the Systems Center Configuration Manager to Distribute Software 11 - Configuration Management with Windows PowerShell Introducing Windows PowerShell Using Windows PowerShell Writing PowerShell Scripts Windows PowerShell Library for Group Policy Windows PowerShell-Based Logon Scripts 12 - Implementing PowerShell Desired State Configuration Introducing Group Policy Preferences Comparing Preferences and Policy Settings Options for Applying Preferences Configure Preference Settings 13 - Configuring Group Policy Preferences Introducing Group Policy Preferences Comparing Preferences and Policy Settings Options for Applying Preferences Configuring Preferences Settings Additional course details: Nexus Humans 50255 Managing Windows Environments with Group Policy 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 50255 Managing Windows Environments with Group Policy 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.

Modern calligraphy online workshop by CalligrAbility, for beginners and improvers. Perfect style for stationary, bullet journalling and greeting cards. Three-hour online session with recording available for a month. £40 enrolment fee and a basic calligraphy kit available for an extra £15.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The target audience for the DevOps Foundation course includes Management, Operations, Developers, QA and Testing professionals such as: Individuals involved in IT development IT operations or IT service management. Individuals who require an understanding of DevOps principles. IT professionals working within, or about to enter, an Agile Service Design Environment The following IT roles: Automation Architects, Application Developers, Business Analysts, Business Managers, Business Stakeholders, Change Agents, Consultants, DevOps Consultants, DevOps Engineers, Infrastructure Architect, Integration Specialists, IT Directors, IT Managers, IT Operations, IT Team Leaders, Lean Coaches, Network Administrators, Operations Managers, Project Managers, Release Engineers, Software Developers, Software Tester/QA, System Administrators, Systems Engineers, System Integrators, Tool Providers. Overview The learning objectives for DevOps Foundation include an understanding of: DevOps objectives and vocabulary Benefits to the business and IT Principles and practices including Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, testing, security and the Three Ways DevOps relationship to Agile, Lean and ITSM Improved workflows, communication and feedback loops Automation practices including deployment pipelines and DevOps toolchains Scaling DevOps for the enterprise Critical success factors and key performance indicators Real-life examples and results The DevOps Foundation course provides a baseline understanding of key DevOps terminology to ensure everyone is talking the same language and highlights the benefits of DevOps to support organizational success. Learners will gain an understanding of DevOps, the cultural and professional movement that stresses communication, collaboration, integration, and automation to improve the flow of work between software developers and IT operations professionals. This course prepares you for the DevOps Foundation (DOFD) certification. Exploring DevOps Defining DevOps Why Does DevOps Matter? Core DevOps Principles The Three Ways The First Way The Theory of Constraints The Second Way The Third Way Chaos Engineering Learning Organizations Key DevOps Practices Continuous Testing, Integration, Delivery, Deployment Site Reliability & Resilience Engineering DevSecOps ChatOps Kanban Business and Technology Frameworks Agile ITSM Lean Safety Culture Learning Organizations Continuous Funding Culture, Behaviors & Operating Models Defining Culture Cultural Debt Behavioral Models Organizational maturity models Automation & Architecting DevOps Toolchains CI/CD Cloud, Containers, and Microservices AI and Machine Learning Automation DevOps Toolchains Measurement, Metrics, and Reporting The Importance of Measurement DevOps Metrics - Speed, Quality, Stability, Culture Change lead/cycle time Value Driven Metrics Sharing, Shadowing and Evolving DevOps in the Enterprise Roles DevOps Leadership Organizational Considerations Getting Started Challenges, Risks, and Critical Success Factors Additional course details: Nexus Humans DevOps Foundation (DevOps Institute) 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 DevOps Foundation (DevOps Institute) 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.

Introduction to Design Thinking: Virtual In-House Training Innovation is the cornerstone of highly successful companies, especially those that continue to be successful over the years and decades. Design thinking practices fuel this continual innovation, as they are the critical links from inspiration to delivery, concept to showroom floor, and start-up to global business. Design thinking is a structured approach to promoting innovation and creative problem-solving. It is not a new approach. It has been around for centuries, as the art, architecture, and inventions of mankind illustrate. By examining the steps to achieving great design and maximum utility of product, design thinking approaches provide a framework in which to develop new solutions to problems and new products to sell. This highly interactive course is designed to help participants think like designers to generate innovation, and to help teams to produce more innovation and creativity. Since design thinking is based on doing rather than thinking, we participants are challenged to apply the techniques, in the classroom, to create new ideas and solutions to a case study project. What you will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Explain the underlying principles and value of using Design Thinking for innovation Describe the basic concepts of the Stanford Model for Design Thinking Evaluate a set of basic Design Thinking techniques for application to your projects Apply tools, techniques, and skills aligned with the 5 stages of the Stanford Model Drive innovation through Design Thinking at some level in your work environment Foundation Concepts Problems and solutions The Design Thinking difference Design Thinking skills and abilities Design Thinking mindset Design Thinking frameworks Stages of Design Thinking Problems and solutions The Design Thinking difference Design Thinking skills and abilities Design Thinking mindset Design Thinking frameworks General Practices Team formation Visualization Improvisation Personalization Empathize Practices Overview of Empathize techniques Observation Engagement Interviews Define Practices Overview of Define practices Unpacking techniques Defining the customer techniques Integrating the Define experience Ideate Practices Overview of Ideate practices Reusable techniques for the Ideate stage New Ideate techniques to explore Prototype & Test Practices Overview of Prototype practices Examples of prototypes Overview of Testing practices Forms of testing techniques Adopt and Adapt Design Thinking Overview of Design Thinking implementation Design Thinking implementation challenges Success in implementing Design Thinking Summary and Next Steps Workshop summary Next steps: Personal Action Plans

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for individuals who want to become more rational and disciplined thinkers. Overview Upon successful completion of this course, students will boost their performance with an increase in their decision-making ability. In this course, students will learn develop their ability to analyze and evaluate information. 1 - GETTING STARTED Icebreaker Housekeeping Items The Parking Lot Workshop Objectives 2 - COMPONENTS OF CRITICAL THINKING Applying Reason Open Mindedness Analysis Logic Case Study 3 - NON-LINEAR THINKING Step Out of Your Comfort Zone Don't Jump to Conclusions Expect and Initiate Change Being Ready to Adapt Case Study 4 - LOGICAL THINKING Ask the Right Questions Organize the Data Evaluate the Information Draw Conclusions Case Study 5 - CRITICAL THINKERS (I) Active Listening Be Curious Be Disciplined Be Humble Case Study 6 - CRITICAL THINKERS (II) Seeing the Big Picture Objectivity Using Your Emotions Being Self-Aware Case Study 7 - EVALUATE INFORMATION Making Assumptions Watch out for Bias Ask Clarifying Questions SWOT Analysis Case Study 8 - BENEFITS OF CRITICAL THINKING Being More Persuasive Better Communication Better Problem Solving Increased Emotional Intelligence Case Study 9 - CHANGING YOUR PERSPECTIVE Limitations of Your Point of View Considering Others Viewpoint Influences on Bias When New Information Arrives Case Study 10 - PROBLEM SOLVING Identify Inconsistencies Trust Your Instincts Asking Why? Evaluate the Solution(s) Case Study 11 - PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER Retaining Your New Skills Reflect and Learn From Mistakes Always Ask Questions Practicing Critical Thinking Case Study 12 - WRAPPING UP Words from the Wise Review of Parking Lot Lessons Learned Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations