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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is for wireless engineers who work in the following roles: Consulting systems engineer Network administrator Network engineer Network manager Sales engineer Systems engineer Technical solutions architect Wireless design engineer Wireless engineer Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe and implement a Cisco-recommended structured design methodology Describe and implement industry standards, amendments, certifications, and Requests For Comments (RFCs) Describe and implement Cisco enhanced wireless features Describe and implement the wireless design process Describe and implement specific vertical designs Describe and implement site survey processes Describe and implement network validation processes The Designing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (ENWLSD) v1.1 course gives you the knowledge you need to design Cisco© wireless networks. The course covers design specifics from scenario design concepts through the installation phase and into post-deployment validation.This course, including the self-paced material, helps prepare you to take the exam, Designing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (300-425 ENWLSD), which leads to to the new CCNP© Enterprise and Cisco Certified Specialist ? Enterprise Wireless Design certifications. Describing and Implementing a Structured Wireless Design Methodology Importance of Planning Wireless Design with a Structured Methodology Cisco Structured Design Model Cisco Design Guides and Cisco Validated Designs for Wireless Networks Role of the Project Manager When Designing Wireless Networks Describing and Implementing Industry Protocols and Standards Wireless Standards Bodies Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.11 Standard and Amendments Wi-Fi Alliance (WFA) Certifications Relevant Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) Wireless RFCs Practice Activity Describing and Implementing Cisco Enhanced Wireless Features Hardware and Software Choices for a Wireless Network Design Cisco Infrastructure Settings for Wireless Network Design Cisco Enhanced Wireless Features Examining Cisco Mobility and Roaming Mobility and Intercontroller Mobility in a Wireless Network Optimize Client Roaming in a Wireless Network Cisco Workgroup Bridge (WGB) and WGB Roaming in a Wireless Network Describing and Implementing the Wireless Design Process Overview of Wireless Design Process Meet with the Customer to Discuss the Wireless Network Design Customer Information Gathering for a Wireless Network Design Design the Wireless Network Deployment of the Wireless Network Validation and Final Adjustments of the Wireless Network Wireless Network Design Project Documents and Deliverables Describing and Implementing Specific Vertical Designs Designs for Wireless Applications Wireless Network Design Within the Campus Extend Wireless Networks to the Branch Sites Examining Special Considerations in Advanced Wireless Designs High-Density Designs in Wireless Networks Introducing Location and Cisco Connected Mobile Experiences (CMX) Concepts Design for Location FastLocate and HyperLocation Bridges and Mesh in a Wireless Network Design Redundancy and High Availability in a Wireless Network Describing and Implementing the Site Survey Processes Site Survey Types Special Arrangements Needed for Site Surveys Safety Aspects to be Considered During Site Surveys Site Survey Tools in Cisco Prime Infrastructure Third-Party Site Survey Software and Hardware Tools Describing and Implementing Wireless Network Validation Processes Post-installation Wireless Network Validation Making Post-installation Changes to a Wireless Network Wireless Network Handoff to the Customer Installation Report

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Application Consultant Business Analyst Business Process Owner / Team Lead / Power User Help Desk / COE Support Program / Project Manager Overview This course will prepare you to: Describe the motivation for SAP S/4HANA Enterprise Management Provide an overview of basic business processes in the main components of Financial Accounting with SAP S/4HANA Participants of this course will gain an overview of the Financial Accounting capabilities of SAP S/4HANA. You will learn how SAP S/4HANA covers the Financial Accounting related business requirements and how the fundamental business processes and tasks are executed in the system. General Ledger Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting and Bank Accounting and their integration are all discussed in this course. Especially if you are new to Financial Accounting in SAP S/4HANA, this course is the right starting point for you. If you plan to take the academy and certification for Financial Accounting, this course will help you to better understand the certification courses. For the actual certification, it is recommended, but not mandatory. Overview of SAP S/4HANA Providing an Overview of the SAP S/4HANA Using the SAP Fiori Front-En Overview of Financial Accounting (FI) in SAP S/4HANA Outlining Financial Accounting (FI) Components in SAP S/4HANA General Ledger (G/L) Accounting Outlining Organizational Elements in Financial Accounting (FI) Maintaining G/L Master Records Posting Transactions in the G/L Accounts Payable Maintaining Vendor Master Records Maintaining Accounts Payable Transactions Managing the Integration between Accounts Payable and Materials Management Performing Accounts Payable Closing Operations Accounts Receivable Maintaining Customer Master Records Managing Accounts Receivable Transactions Managing Customer Correspondence Creating Accounts Receivable Dispute Cases Managing the Integration between Accounts Receivable and Sales Order Management Performing Accounts Receivable Closing Operations Asset Accounting Maintaining Asset Master Records Executing Asset Transactions Executing Asset Accounting Period-End Closing Activitie Bank Accounting Maintaining Bank Accounting Master Records Managing Bank Accounting Transactions Closing Operations in General Ledger Accounting Performing General Ledger (G/L) Closing Operations Additional course details: Nexus Humans S4F20 SAP Business Processes in Management Accounting 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 S4F20 SAP Business Processes in Management Accounting 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.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The course is designed for individuals who want to gain in-depth knowledge and practice in the discipline of Business Analysis (Business Analysts, Requirements Engineers, Product manager, Product Owner, Chief Product Owner, Service Manager, Service Owner, Project manager, Consultants) Overview Students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding and application of Business Analysis principles and techniques. Key areas are: The breath of the role of a Business Analyst The processes and techniques of strategy analysis Investigation of an organization's business systems Techniques used within stakeholder analysis and the need for analyzing perspectives Conceptual modelling and business activity models Business improvements through gap analysis The Business case within the business change lifecycle The Business Analyst role analyzes, understands and manages the requirements in a customer-supplier relationship and ensures that the right products are delivered.The course provides in-depth knowledge and practice in Business Analysis Course Introduction Let?s Get to Know Each Other Course Overview Course Learning Objectives Course Structure Course Agenda Introduction to Business Analysis Practice Exam Details Business Analysis Certification Scheme Rationale for Business Analysis The role of the BA throughout the stages of the Business change lifecycle The scope of the BA role within the context of the range of analysis activities Three areas of competencies Understanding the Strategic Context Techniques in practice: MOST Resource audit PESTLE Porter's Five Forces SWOT analysis CSF, KPI and Performance target Balanced Business Score Card Understanding the Current Situation Identification of stakeholder categories Identification of relevant investigation techniques The rationale for taking a holistic view Rich pictures, Mind Maps and Fishbone diagrams Stakeholder Analysis and Management Power/interest and level of interest Appropriate stakeholder management strategy Stakeholder perspectives and CATWOE technique Analysing and Modelling Business Activities Conceptual models of a business situation Five types of high level activity Planning activities Enabling activities Doing activities Monitoring and control activities Three types of business events The consensus business activity model Identifying Potential Solutions Different categories of business rules Gap analysis (through conceptual business activity model and as-is business situation) Components of a new business model Building the Business Case Rationale for the development of a business case Contents of a business case Identification of tangible/intangible costs and benefits, risks and impacts Rationale for the financial case and appraisal techniques Business case review in the business change lifecycle Additional course details: Nexus Humans Business Analysis - Practice 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 Business Analysis - Practice 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.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Sr. Systems Administrator Cloud Engineer Systems Engineer Sr. Network Administrator Sr. Network Engineer Cloud Specialist Cloud Project Manager Overview After completion of this course you will be able to describe: Cloud architecture and design Security within the cloud Automation and virtualization Troubleshooting and Disaster recovery High availability  This course covers in depth the skills and abilities needed to operate in the cloud, validating that candidates have the technical experience needed to deploy, secure, and automate environments regardless of the vendor solution. Understanding Cloud Concepts Topic 1A: Recognize Cloud Concepts Topic 1B: Recognize Cloud Terms Topic 1C: Understand the Troubleshooting Methodology Planning and Designing a Cloud Environment Topic 2A: Meet Cloud Business Requirements Topic 2B: Design Capacity Planning and Requirements Administering Cloud Resources Topic 3A: Manage Cloud Administration Topic 3B: Manage Compute Resources in the Cloud Topic 3C: Manage Memory Resources Managing Cloud Storage Topic 4A: Understand Cloud Storage Types Topic 4B: Configure Cloud Storage Solutions Topic 4C: Configure Cloud Storage Protocols and RAID Managing Networks in the Cloud Topic 5A: Deploying Cloud Network Services Topic 5B: Identify Cloud Network Infrastructure Components Securing and Troubleshooting Networks in the Cloud Topic 6A: Secure a Network in a Cloud Environment Topic 6B: Troubleshooting Cloud Connectivity Managing Cloud Migrations and Troubleshooting Cloud Deployments Topic 7A: Manage Cloud Migrations Topic 7B: Troubleshoot Cloud Deployment and Migration Issues Managing Cloud Automation and Orchestration Topic 8A: Understand Cloud Automation and Orchestration Techniques Topic 8B: Troubleshoot Automation and Orchestration in the Cloud Understanding Cloud Security Concepts Topic 9A: Administer Identity and Access Management in the Cloud Topic 9B: Manage Cloud Operating System and Application Security Topic 9C: Manage Data Security and Compliance in the Cloud Managing Cloud Security Topic 10A: Implement Security Measures in the Cloud Domain Topic 10B: Troubleshoot Cloud Security Managing Cloud Performance Topic 11A: Operate Efficiently in the Cloud Topic 11B: Accomplish Cloud Operations Tasks Topic 11C: Optimize Cloud Resources Topic 11D: Troubleshoot Common Cloud Performance Problems Managing Maintenance in the Cloud Topic 12A: Configure Logs, Monitoring, and Alerting for Cloud Services Topic 12B: Manage Backup and Restore in the Cloud Implementing High Availability and Disaster Recovery in the Cloud Topic 13A: Understand High Availability and Scaling in the Cloud Topic 13B: Manage Disaster Recovery in the Cloud Topic 13C: Incident Response Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cloud Fundamentals 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 Cloud Fundamentals 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.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The course is designed for individuals who want to gain in-depth knowledge and practice in the discipline of managing requirements (Business Analysts, Requirements Engineers, Product manager, Product Owner, Chief Product Owner, Service Manager, Service Owner, Project manager, Consultants) Overview Students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding and application of Requirements Engineering principles and techniques. Key areas are: Requirements Engineering framework The hierarchy of requirements Key stakeholders in the framework Requirements elicitation Requirements modelling Requirements documentation Requirements analysis Requirements validation Requirements management The Business Analyst role analyzes, understands and manages the requirements in a customer-supplier relationship and ensures that the right products are delivered.The practical course provides in-depth knowledge and practice in Requirements Engineering. Course Introduction Let?s Get to Know Each Other Course Overview Course Learning Objectives Course Structure Course Agenda Introduction to Business Analysis Structure and Benefits of Business Analysis Foundation Exam Details Business Analysis Certification Scheme What is Business Analysis? Intent and Context Origins of business analysis The development of business analysis The scope of business analysis work Taking a holistic approach The role and responsibilities of the business analyst The competencies of a Business Analyst Personal qualities Business knowledge Professional techniques The development of competencies Strategy Analysis The context for strategy The definition of strategy Strategy development External environmental analysis Internal environmental analysis SWOT analysis Executing strategy Business Analysis Process Model An approach to problem solving Stages of the business analysis process model Objectives of the process model stages Procedures for each process model stage Techniques used within each process model stage Investigation Techniques Interviews Observation Workshops Scenarios Prototyping Quantitative approaches Documenting the current situation Stakeholder Analysis and Management Stakeholder categories and identification Analysing stakeholders Stakeholder management strategies Managing stakeholders Understanding stakeholder perspectives Business activity models Modelling Business Processes Organizational context An altrnative view of an organization The organizational view of business processes Value propositions Process models Analysing the as-is process model Improving business processes (to-be business process) Defining the Solution Gab analysis Introduction to Business Architecture Definition to Business Architecture Business Architecture techniques Business and Financial Case The business case in the project lifecycle Identifying options Assessing project feasibility Structure of a business case Investment appraisal Establishing the Requirements A framework for requirements engineering Actors in requirements engineering Requirements elicitation Requirements analysis Requirements validation Documenting and Managing the Requirements The requirements document The requirements catalogue Managing requirements Modelling the Requirements Modelling system functions Modelling system data Delivering the Requirements Delivering the solution Context Lifecycles Delivering the Business Solution BA role in the business change lifecycle Design stage Implementation stage Realization stage Additional course details: Nexus Humans Business Analysis - Requirements Engineering 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 Business Analysis - Requirements Engineering 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.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Anyone who'd like to learn Adobe Premiere Pro CC Those that plan to take the Adobe Certfied Expert (ACE) exam Overview Introduction to Premiere Pro CC will allow you to learn powerful real-time video and audio editing tools that give you precise control over virtually every aspect of your production. In this three-day course, you?ll get a thorough overview of the interface, tools, features, and production flow for Premiere Pro CC. The course is an ideal combination of instructor-led demonstration and hands-on practice to introduce you to Adobe Premiere Pro software, a revolutionary 64-bit nonlinear video-editing application. You will learn powerful real-time video and audio editing tools that give you precise control over virtually every aspect of your production. Touring Adobe Premiere Pro CC Nonlinear editing in Adobe Premiere Pro Expanding the workflow Touring the Adobe Premiere Pro interface Setting up a Project Setting up a project Setting up a sequence Importing Media Importing assets Working with the Media Browser Importing images The media cache Capturing the videotape Organizing Media The Project panel Working with bins Organizing media with content analysis Monitoring footage Modifying clips Essentials of Video Editing Using the Source Monitor Navigating the Timeline Essential editing commands Working with Clips and Markers Program Monitor controls Controlling resolution Using markers Using Sync Lock and Track Lock Finding gaps in the Timeline Moving clips Extracting and deleting segments Adding Transitions What are transitions? Edit points and handles Adding video transitions Using A/B mode to fine-tune a transition Adding audio transitions Advanced Editing Techniques Four-point editing Retiming clips Replacing clips and footage Nesting sequences Regular trimming Advanced trimming Trimming in the Program Monitor panel Putting Clips in Motion Adjusting the Motion effect Changing clip position, size, and rotation Working with keyframe interpolation Using other motion-related effects Multi-camera Editing The multi-camera process Creating a multi-camera sequence Switching multiple cameras Finalizing multi-camera editing Additional multi-camera editing tips Editing and Mixing Audio Setting up the interface to work with audio Examining audio characteristics Adjusting audio volume Adjusting audio gain Normalizing audio Creating a split edit Adjusting audio levels in a sequence Working with the Audio Mixer Sweetening Sound Sweetening sound with audio effects Adjusting EQ Applying effects in the Audio Mixer Cleaning up noisy audio Adding Video Effects Working with effects Keyframing effects Effects presets Frequently used effects Color Correction and Grading Color-oriented workflow An overview of color-oriented effects Fixing exposure problems Fixing color balance Specials color effects Creating a look Exploring Compositing Techniques What is an alpha channel? Using compositing in your projects Working with the Opacity effect Working with alpha-channel transparencies Color keying a greenscreen shot Using mattes Creating Titles An overview of the Titler window Video typography essentials Creating titles Stylizing text Working with shapes and logos Making text roll and crawl Managing Your Projects The File menu Using the Project Manager Final project managment steps Importing projects or sequences Managing collaboration Managing your hard drives Exporting Frames, Clips, and Sequences Overview of export options Exporting single frames Exporting a master copy Working with Adobe Media Encoder Exchanging with other editing applications Recording to tape Additional course details: Nexus Humans Introduction to Premiere Pro CC 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 Introduction to Premiere Pro CC 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.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours There are good reasons Adobe Premiere Pro is such a popular post-production video editing software application. It excels for a wide variety of uses; tapeless and DSLR footage; cross-platforms, open workflows for easy collaboration, powerful metadata features for greater editing and production efficiency, plus real-time 3D editing and Virtual Reality. This four-day course is ideal for beginners, as well as Final Cut Pro and Avid editors - or for anyone who is involved in a content creation environment. Adobe Premiere Interface Performing Nonlinear Editing in Premiere Pro Looking at the Standard Digital Video Workflow Enhancing the Workflow with Premiere Pro Expanding the Workflow Incorporating other Components into the Editing Workflow Adobe Creative Cloud Video Workflow Touring the Premiere Pro Workspace Looking at the Workspace Layout Customizing the Workspace Introducing Preferences Keyboard Shortcuts Moving, Backing up, and Syncing User Settings Setting up a Project Setting up a Sequence Setting up the Timeline Importing Media Importing Assets Working with ingest Options and Proxy Media Working with the Media Browser Importing Images Using Adobe Stock Customizing the Media Cache Recording a Voice-over Organizing Media Project Panel Working with Bins Monitoring Footage Modifying Clips Mastering the Essentials of Video Editing Using the Source Monitor Navigating the Timeline Essential Editing Commands Working with Clips and Markers Using Program Monitor Controls Setting the Playback Resolution Playing back VR Video Using Markers Using Sync Lock and Track Lock Finding Gaps in the Timeline Selecting Clips Moving Clips Extracting and Deleting Segments Adding Transitions Understanding Transitions Edit points and Handles Adding Video Transitions Using A/B mode to Fine-tune a Transition Adding Audio Transitions Performing Advanced Editing Techniques Performing Three or Four-point Editing Changing Playback Speed Replacing Clips and Footage Nesting Sequences Performing Regular Trimming Performing Advanced Trimming Trimming in the Program Monitor Putting Clips in Motion Adjusting the Motion Effect Changing Clip Position, Size, and Rotation Working with Keyframe Interpolation Using other Motion-related Effects Multi-camera Editing Following the Multi-camera Process Creating a Multi-camera Sequence Switching Multiple Cameras Finalizing Multi-camera Editing Editing and Mixing Audio Setting up the Interface to Work with Audio Examining Audio Characteristics Creating a Voice-over Scratch Track Adjusting Audio Volume Normalizing Audio Creating a Split Edit Adjusting Audio Levels for a Clip Sweetening Sound Sweetening Sound with Audio Effects Adjusting EQ Cleaning up Noisy Audio Fading Audio with Essential Sounds Adding Video Effects Working with Effects Master Clip Effects Masking and Tracking Visual Effects Keyframing Effects Effect Presets Frequently Used Effects Improving Clips with Color Correction and Grading Following a Color-oriented Workflow An overview of Color-oriented Effects Fixing Exposure Problems Fixing Color Balance Using Special Color Effects Creating a Look Exploring Compositing Techniques Understanding an Alpha Channel Making Compositing Part of Your Projects Working with the Opacity Effect Working with Alpha-channel Transparencies Color Keying a Green Screen Shot Using Mattes Creating Titles An Overview of Shapes & Type Loading in Graphics Using the Essentials Graphic Panel Browsing Templates Saving Templates Mastering Video Typography Essentials Creating Titles Stylizing Text Making Text Roll and Crawl Introducing Captions Managing Your Projects Using the File menu Using the Project Manager Performing the Final Project Management Steps Importing Projects or Sequences Managing Collaboration Using the Libraries Panel Managing Your Hard Drives Exporting Frames, Clips, and Sequences Overview of Export Options Exporting Single Frames Exporting a Master Copy Working with Adobe Media Encoder Uploading to Social Media Exchanging with Other Editing Applications Additional course details: Nexus Humans Adobe Premiere Pro 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 Adobe Premiere Pro 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.

Project management can seem scary and rather intimidating. The whole aim of this programme is to give people a simple and straightforward way of dealing with projects without having to use complex and confusing systems. This two-day course is designed to introduce the apparently complex world of project management in a simple and practical manner. The programme is for anybody who has to run a project of any nature. It has been attended by people from as diverse fields as events management, fashion, charities, oil companies and so on. The programme is run without using any IT project management systems although an introduction can be given if required. At the end of the programme participants will leave understanding: What a project is and why projects are so important today The roles of a project manager Some key language and concepts A simple 5-step model for organising projects How to make sure you understand what your 'client' really wants A set of three simple tools to plan the project How to make decisions What to monitor when the project is running How to close the project 1 Introduction What is the aim of this programme? 2 Background thinking What is a project? The project manager's eternal triangle (cost-quality-time) What are the characteristics of successful projects? Who are the key characters in a project? What are the roles of a project manager? 3 The project process Why have one? 4 Project initiation What is the aim? Identifying key information Key skill: mission analysis Initial risk analysis Document and sign-off 5 Decision-making - 'Stop, Think, Act!' The 'Stop, Think, Act!' technique Recognise the opportunity to make a decision The 3 Cs - making sure we understand the decisions we have to make Identifying options Making your decision Taking it to action 6 Creativity 7 The planning stage Identify all discrete tasks Sequence and dependencies Time line - critical path Resources Project base-line 8 Execution stage - delivering the result Monitor Evaluate Adapt Control Review 9 The project close Review Documentation Have we delivered? What have we learned?

Become a Certified Digital Leader Designed for: IT managers and business managers Consultants Project managers Key take aways from this leadership course (non-technical): Be comfortable with digital trends and technologies Leverage digital for your business Organise digital and manage digital transformation successfully Module 1 - Digital concepts Digital building blocks Digital lifecycle Big Data strategy Module 2 - Digital strategy Strategy Golden triangle of digital transformation Opportunity analysis Module 3 - Digital marketing Advertising Funnels E-commerce Module 4 - Digital economy Competitive landscape Influencers Legislation Module 5 - Digital finance Digital investments Defining budgets for digital ROI of digital marketing Module 6 - Information risks Information security concepts AI risks Privacy and Intellectual Property Module 7 - Organising digital Organisational design Iterative approaches Module 8 - Leading the digital workforce Digital mindset Robots & human workforce Industry 4.0 Module 9 - Leading Digital Transformation programmes Product development & Innovation Programme management Organisational change Case studies 3 business cases

The aim of this course is to provide an overview of the key principles and techniques for leading and managing project work. It will focus on the core principles and generic methods of project management, showing how these can be applied to typical projects. The scope of the programme includes: The course also emphasises the importance of the leadership and team-working skills needed by project managers and team members in carrying out their roles. The principal training objectives for this programme are to: Explain and demonstrate the key principles of successful project management Demonstrate a range of useful project management tools and techniques Define the role of, and help participants understand the skills required by, the project leader Illustrate the use of project skills through examples and case studies Identify ways to improve project management, both individually and corporately DAY ONE 1 Introduction (Course sponsor) Why this programme has been developed Review of participants' needs and objectives 2 Key concepts and requirements for success Projects and project management Lessons from past projects; the essential requirements for success Differences between projects; characteristic project life cycles The challenges of project management; the role of the project manager Project exerciseA team exercise to demonstrate the challenges of project management 3 Defining project objectives and scope Identifying the stakeholders; key roles and responsibilities Getting organised; managing the definition process Working with the 'customer' to define the project scope 4 Project case study: part 1 Defining the project objectives: syndicate teams define the objectives and scope for a typical project 5 Project planning The nature of planning; recognising planning assumptions Planning the plan; the importance of team involvement Developing the work breakdown structure Estimating task resources, timescales and costs Developing the project schedule Analysing the plan and identifying the critical path 6 Project case study: part 2 Creating the project plan Syndicate teams begin development of their project plans (for completion after session 7) Team presentations and group discussion (after session 7) DAY TWO 7 Managing project risks Understanding and defining project risks Classifying risks and adopting an appropriate risk strategy Identifying, evaluating and managing project risks Agreeing ownership of project risks; the risk register Integrating planning and risk management 8 Project control Pro-active and re-active control; striking the right balance Pre-requisites for effective, pro-active project control Avoiding unnecessary 'scope creep' and controlling change Selecting the data needed to provide early warning of problems Monitoring project performance: 'S' curves, slip charts, earned value Getting good data and assessing project status Defining the roles and responsibilities for control Setting up a routine process for keeping up to date Managing and controlling multiple projects 9 Project case study: part 3 Controlling the project Teams control their project as new developments take place 10 Course review and transfer planning (Course sponsor present) Identify actions to be implemented individually Identify corporate opportunities for improving project management Sponsor-led review and discussion of proposals Conclusion