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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Applications consultants Overview This course will prepare you to: Explain the architecture of the SAP S/4HANA Financials component Configure and use new functionalities in SAP S/4HANA Use the standard SAP Fiori applications designed for SAP S/4HANA Explain the SAP Central Finance deployment option of SAP S/4HANA Finance The course provides an overview of the Financial Accounting capabilities that are new or different in SAP S/4 HANA compared to SAP ERP. Course Outline Introduction to SAP HANA and S4/HANA Overview of Financials for SAP S/4HANA Analysis of the new Architecture of Accounting Overview of SAP Fiori Short overview of the process of Financials Migration to SAP S/4HANA Configuration and use new functionalities in General Ledger Accounting Use the Accruals Management Use the app 'Monitor GR/IR Account Reconciliation' Use new functionalities in Asset Accounting Analysis of the Reporting Options for SAP S/4HANA Define a Financial Statement Version using the Global Accounting Hierarchy Overview of the Basic Cash Management in SAP S/4HANA Additional course details: Nexus Humans Financial Accounting in SAP S/4HANA for SAP ERP FI Professionals 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 Financial Accounting in SAP S/4HANA for SAP ERP FI Professionals 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 This class is designed for experienced BizTalk Server Developers who have at least one year of hands-on experience developing BizTalk Server applications. Overview In this 5-day course, you will learn how to apply best practices and design patterns to build smarter BizTalk Server applications. Furthermore, this course provides extensive coverage of BizTalk Server's extensibility, including such topics as: custom functoids, custom pipeline components, and invoking external .NET methods. This course is designed specifically for experienced BizTalk Server developers and focuses on best practices & pattern-based design while pulling back the curtain on some of BizTalk Server's eccentricities. Review of BizTalk Server Fundamentals The BizTalk Server Architecture Inner Workings of the Messaging Engine Messaging Engine Deep Dive Two-way Messaging Without Orchestrations Designing and Testing Schemas Schema Design Enabling Unit Testing for BizTalk Projects Data Translation and Transformation Custom Data Transformation Creating Custom Pipeline Components Working with Message Interchanges Debatching Message Interchanges Advanced Concepts of WCF Adapters Connecting to External Systems Using WCF LOB Adapters in BizTalk Server Publishing and Consuming WCF and RESTful Services Overview of Service Integration Using WCF Implementing WCF Services Preprocessing Messages with IIS Modules Consuming Services Advanced Orchestration Communication Patterns Orchestration Engine Deep Dive Splitting and Aggregating Messages using Orchestrations Orchestration Communication Bridging the Synchronous/Asynchronous Gap Across Multiple Channels Correlating Messages in Orchestration Instances Building Convoy Orchestrations Handling Orchestration Faults and Exceptions Exception Handling in Orchestrations Implementing Transactions and Compensation Creating Transactional Processes Designing Custom Tracking Models for BizTalk Applications Introduction to Business Activity Monitoring Enabling Business Activity Monitoring Extending BAM Beyond BizTalk Building Declarative Logic Using the Business Rules Engine Concepts of Declarative Logic Fundamentals of BizTalk BRE Integrating Policies with BizTalk Advanced Concepts of the Business Rules Engine Advanced Business Rule Concepts Working with Advanced Facts Integrating Across Business Boundaries Using Parties, Roles, and EDI Port Binding Option Review Role-Based Integration What is EDI? Enabling EDI-Based Messaging

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for The intended audience for this course is experienced web developers who are new to User Experience (UX) and Responsive Design principles. These professionals typically have a solid understanding of front-end development technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript but seek to expand their skillset to create more user-centric, adaptable, and accessible web experiences. Roles that would benefit from this course include: Front-end Web Developers Full-stack Developers Web Designers Team Leads and Project Managers Freelance Web Developers Overview Working in a hands-on learning environment led by our expert UX coach, you'll learn to: Understand and apply UX principles and user-centered design processes: Participants will learn to identify the needs and preferences of users, create user personas, and apply UX best practices to develop intuitive, user-friendly web experiences. Design and implement responsive web layouts: Participants will gain the skills to create fluid grid layouts, use flexible images, and apply media queries to design web pages that adapt seamlessly across various devices and screen sizes. Optimize web performance for responsive designs: Participants will learn techniques to improve website performance, including image optimization, responsive images, and minification and concatenation of assets, ensuring a fast and smooth user experience across devices. Implement accessible web designs: Participants will understand the importance of accessibility in web design and learn to apply WCAG principles and accessible design patterns to create websites that are usable by a wide range of users, including those with disabilities. Collaborate effectively with designers, developers, and stakeholders: Participants will gain insights into design collaboration and handoff processes, enhancing their ability to communicate design decisions, provide and receive feedback, and work efficiently with team members and clients. In today's fast-paced digital world, user-centric and adaptable websites are no longer a luxury ? they're a necessity. By embracing UX and responsive design, you'll unlock the potential to elevate your websites, boosting user satisfaction and engagement. This, in turn, leads to higher conversion rates and a stronger online presence for your clients or organization, as well as better collaboration within your team, bridging the gap between designers, developers, and stakeholders.UX Design & Responsive Design for Experienced Web Developers is a three day, engaging hands-on workshop designed to equip you with the latest skills and best practices in User Experience (UX) and Responsive Web Design required to create seamless, user-friendly websites that adapt effortlessly across devices. This course will immerse you in the latest skills, best practices, and hands-on activities, empowering you to create exceptional, accessible websites that excel across devices and captivate users. Throughout the program you?ll explore the fundamentals of UX and responsive design, including user-centered design processes, mobile-first and desktop-first approaches, and design techniques for various devices and screen sizes. You'll gain practical experience creating responsive layouts, optimizing performance, and implementing accessible web designs, all while leveraging popular frameworks and design tools. You'll also gain valuable insights into performance optimization, accessibility, and collaboration strategies, ensuring you have the complete toolkit to excel in your field.By the end of this workshop, you?ll have gained a solid understanding of UX and responsive design principles, as well as hands-on experience in applying these concepts to real-world projects. You?ll be able to create more user-friendly, responsive, and accessible websites, and collaborate more effectively with your design and development teams. Introduction to UX and Responsive Design: Understanding User Experience What is UX? Importance of UX in web development UX principles and best practices User-centered design process Responsive Web Design Basics What is Responsive Web Design? Importance of Responsive Design in modern web development Fluid grid layout, flexible images, and media queries Hands-on Activity: Creating a Responsive Layout Designing a simple responsive layout using HTML, CSS, and media queries Breakdown and explanation of the code Testing responsiveness across different devices Mobile-first vs. Desktop-first Approaches Pros and cons of each approach Deciding which approach to use Designing for Different Devices and Screen Sizes Common breakpoints and device considerations Accessibility and usability across devices Typography, color, and other design elements in responsive design Hands-on Activity: Designing for Different Devices Modifying the previously created responsive layout to optimize for various devices Discussion and feedback on designs Advanced UX and Responsive Design Techniques: UX Research and Testing Importance of UX research Usability testing and user feedback A/B testing and heatmaps Navigation and Information Architecture Designing effective and user-friendly navigation Organizing content and information Common navigation patterns in responsive design Hands-on Activity: Designing Navigation for Responsive Websites Adding navigation elements to the previously created responsive layout Testing navigation on different devices and screen sizes Discussion and feedback on navigation designs Responsive Web Design Frameworks and Tools Overview of popular frameworks (Bootstrap, Foundation, etc.) Pros and cons of using frameworks Introduction to design tools (Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD) Hands-on Activity: Exploring Frameworks and Tools Experimenting with a chosen framework or design tool Redesigning the responsive layout using the selected framework/tool Sharing experiences and discussing the benefits and drawbacks UX and Responsive Design Best Practices: Design Patterns and UI Components Common design patterns in responsive web design Designing reusable UI components Consistency and usability in UI components Performance Optimization Importance of performance in responsive design Image optimization and responsive images Minification and concatenation of assets Hands-on Activity: Optimizing Performance (1.5 hours) Applying performance optimization techniques to the responsive layout Testing the improvements in performance Sharing results and discussing best practices Accessibility in UX and Responsive Design Importance of accessibility in web design Accessibility principles (WCAG) Accessible design patterns and techniques Hands-on Activity: Evaluating and Improving Accessibility Assessing the accessibility of the responsive layout Implementing accessibility improvements Testing and discussing the results Design Collaboration and Handoff Collaborating with designers, developers, and stakeholders Effective communication and documentation Design handoff tools and techniques Hands-on Activity: Simulating Design Handoff Participants will work in pairs to simulate a design handoff Reviewing, discussing, and providing feedback on each other's responsive layouts Sharing experiences and lessons learned

Buckle up for a career that's not just exciting and dynamic, but also offers you financial security. In the UK, an experienced construction worker can earn a comfortable annual salary of upwards of £30,000. Meanwhile, proficient welders, who are constantly in demand, can bring home as much as £35,000 per annum. By investing in our bundle of "Construction Safety & Welding Basics and Safety", you are laying the foundation for a secure, fulfilling, and financially rewarding future. This bundle introduces you to two key areas in the world of construction - health and safety in a construction environment and the basics of welding with an emphasis on safety. As you navigate through the intricacies of these fields, you'll find yourself armed with the theoretical knowledge necessary to ensure not just your safety but also that of your colleagues on site. Each course in this Construction Safety & Welding Basics and Safety bundle holds a prestigious CPD accreditation, symbolising exceptional quality. The materials, brimming with knowledge, are regularly updated, ensuring their relevance. This bundle promises not just education but an evolving learning experience. Engage with this extraordinary collection, and prepare to enrich your personal and professional development. Immerse yourself in these diverse, enthralling subjects, each designed to fuel your curiosity and enhance your knowledge. Dive in now! The courses in this bundle include: Health and Safety in a Construction Environment - Route to CSCS Green Card Welding Basics and Safety Learning Outcomes: Understand the essential principles of health and safety in a construction environment. Learn the fundamentals of welding, including the various types of welding processes. Become proficient in identifying potential hazards in both construction and welding environments. Gain comprehensive theoretical knowledge about personal protective equipment and safety procedures. Understand how to manage risks and how to respond effectively to accidents and emergencies. Acquire the knowledge required to pass the CSCS Green Card test. Our meticulously curated bundle will help you unravel the complexities of construction safety and welding basics in a systematic and engaging way. The first course 'Health and Safety in a Construction Environment - Route to CSCS Green Card' in the bundle is geared towards providing you with a robust understanding of health and safety in a construction environment, serving as a reliable route to securing your CSCS Green Card. You'll delve into diverse topics, from site preparation and equipment handling to managing risks and emergency response procedures. The second course 'Welding Basics and Safety' introduces you to welding basics and safety, ensuring you are well-versed in the theoretical aspects of various welding processes and associated safety precautions. It encompasses key topics such as types of welding, the importance of personal protective equipment, and potential hazards that can arise during welding operations. To sum up, this bundle provides you with an invaluable opportunity to broaden your theoretical knowledge base in two crucial areas within the construction industry. It is an essential learning resource for those eager to reinforce their safety awareness and foster a culture of safety at work. CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Individuals interested in pursuing a career in the construction industry. Aspiring welders looking to understand the theoretical aspects of the trade. Construction professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of workplace safety. Those planning to sit for the CSCS Green Card test. Workers aim to develop a holistic understanding of health, safety, and best practices within the construction industry. Career path Construction Worker: (Salary: £20,000 - £30,000 per annum) Site Safety Supervisor: (Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum) Welder: (Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 per annum) Construction Manager: (Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum) Health and Safety Advisor: (Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 per annum) Health and Safety Manager: (Salary: £45,000 - £70,000 per annum) Certificates Certificate Of Completion Digital certificate - Included Certificate Of Completion Hard copy certificate - £9.99 Unlock your potential and showcase your accomplishments with our CPD Quality Standards certificates! Upon finishing Health and Safety in a Construction Environment - Route to CSCS Green Card and Welding Basics and Safety, you'll have the opportunity to obtain valuable proof of your achievement. For just £4.99, we'll send you a CPD Quality Standards PDF Certificate via email, or if you prefer, you can get a beautifully printed hardcopy certificate for £9.99 in the UK. If you're located internationally, don't worry! We offer a printed hardcopy certificate for £14.99, ensuring your success knows no boundaries. Grab your certificate and celebrate your success today!

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for The workshop is designed for data scientists who currently use Python or R to work with smaller datasets on a single machine and who need to scale up their analyses and machine learning models to large datasets on distributed clusters. Data engineers and developers with some knowledge of data science and machine learning may also find this workshop useful. Overview Overview of data science and machine learning at scale Overview of the Hadoop ecosystem Working with HDFS data and Hive tables using Hue Introduction to Cloudera Data Science Workbench Overview of Apache Spark 2 Reading and writing data Inspecting data quality Cleansing and transforming data Summarizing and grouping data Combining, splitting, and reshaping data Exploring data Configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting Spark applications Overview of machine learning in Spark MLlib Extracting, transforming, and selecting features Building and evaluating regression models Building and evaluating classification models Building and evaluating clustering models Cross-validating models and tuning hyperparameters Building machine learning pipelines Deploying machine learning models Spark, Spark SQL, and Spark MLlib PySpark and sparklyr Cloudera Data Science Workbench (CDSW) Hue This workshop covers data science and machine learning workflows at scale using Apache Spark 2 and other key components of the Hadoop ecosystem. The workshop emphasizes the use of data science and machine learning methods to address real-world business challenges. Using scenarios and datasets from a fictional technology company, students discover insights to support critical business decisions and develop data products to transform the business. The material is presented through a sequence of brief lectures, interactive demonstrations, extensive hands-on exercises, and discussions. The Apache Spark demonstrations and exercises are conducted in Python (with PySpark) and R (with sparklyr) using the Cloudera Data Science Workbench (CDSW) environment. The workshop is designed for data scientists who currently use Python or R to work with smaller datasets on a single machine and who need to scale up their analyses and machine learning models to large datasets on distributed clusters. Data engineers and developers with some knowledge of data science and machine learning may also find this workshop useful. Overview of data science and machine learning at scaleOverview of the Hadoop ecosystemWorking with HDFS data and Hive tables using HueIntroduction to Cloudera Data Science WorkbenchOverview of Apache Spark 2Reading and writing dataInspecting data qualityCleansing and transforming dataSummarizing and grouping dataCombining, splitting, and reshaping dataExploring dataConfiguring, monitoring, and troubleshooting Spark applicationsOverview of machine learning in Spark MLlibExtracting, transforming, and selecting featuresBuilding and evauating regression modelsBuilding and evaluating classification modelsBuilding and evaluating clustering modelsCross-validating models and tuning hyperparametersBuilding machine learning pipelinesDeploying machine learning models Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cloudera Data Scientist Training 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 Cloudera Data Scientist Training course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Overview of Diploma in Basic Chemistry Level 3 Unleash your curiosity with our Basic Chemistry Course. In an era where science and technology underpin our lives, understanding the chemical nature of the world around us is a key skill. The UK chemical industry alone contributed £20.9bn to the economy in 2020, offering diverse opportunities for chemists. Whether your interest lies in healthcare, the environment, or manufacturing, this Basic Chemistry course provides a strong foundation. Master the ABCs of atoms, bonding, and compounds with us. Enrich your understanding and become a part of the chemical revolution. Join our Basic Chemistry Course and navigate the periodic table like a pro! This Diploma in Basic Chemistry Level 3 Course will help you to learn: Comprehend core concepts of basic and applied chemistry. Interpret chemical reactions and understand their impacts. Grasp the interplay between chemistry and energy. Assess chemical safety and laboratory hygiene protocols. Apply chemistry knowledge to environmental and industrial scenarios. This course covers the topics you must know to stand against the tough competition. The future is truly yours to seize with this Diploma in Basic Chemistry Level 3. Enrol today and complete the course to achieve a certificate that can change your career forever. Details Perks of Learning with IOMH One-To-One Support from a Dedicated Tutor Throughout Your Course. Study Online — Whenever and Wherever You Want. Instant Digital/ PDF Certificate. 100% Money Back Guarantee. 12 Months Access. Process of Evaluation After studying the course, an MCQ exam or assignment will test your skills and knowledge. You have to get a score of 60% to pass the test and get your certificate. Certificate of Achievement Certificate of Completion – Digital / PDF Certificate After completing the Diploma in Basic Chemistry Level 3 course, you can order your CPD Accredited Digital/ PDF Certificate for £5.99. Certificate of Completion – Hard copy Certificate You can get the CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate for £12.99. Shipping Charges: Inside the UK: £3.99 International: £10.99 Who Is This Course for? This course is designed for learners with a keen interest in science, particularly in understanding the world at a molecular level. It caters to those wanting to lay a solid foundation for further studies in chemistry or related fields. Moreover, anyone wishing to augment their knowledge base, perhaps for a career change or to make informed decisions about chemistry matters, would find the Course beneficial. Those in professions such as teaching, nursing, or even culinary arts, where a basic understanding of chemistry can enhance performance and outcomes, may also find this Basic Chemistry Course helpful. Requirements You don’t need any educational qualification or experience to enrol in the Diploma in Basic Chemistry Level 3 course. Do note: you must be at least 16 years old to enrol. Any internet-connected device, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone, can access this online course. Career Path Laboratory Technician - £18K to £27K/year. Quality Control Analyst - £20K to £35K/year. Environmental Consultant - £22K to £40K/year. Chemical Engineer - £27K to £52K/year. Research Scientist - £30K to £50K/year.

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for This in an intermediate level Java development course geared for students experienced with Java 8 or later programming essentials who wish to quickly get up and running with advanced Java skills. This course does not cover Java programming fundamentals. Overview Students will leave this course armed with the required skills to improve their Java applications using sound coding techniques and best practices. This 'skills-centric' course is about 50% hands-on lab and 50% lecture, designed to train attendees in advanced development skills, coupling the most current, effective techniques with the soundest industry practices. Working in a hands-on learning environment, guided by our expert team, attendees will learn to: Develop modular applications in Java Utilize the tooling that is provided in Java 9 to migrate, monitor and optimize applications Use the new JShell tool to quickly test java constructs Understand how the implementation of the String class has been updated to decrease the memory footprint Use the enhancements made to the Concurrency API, working with Completable Future instance of Thread pools Specific Java 9 features that are covered in the course include: The Java Module System (project Jigsaw) JShell Updated try-with-resources Performance enhancements in Java 9 Multi-Release Jar files This fast-track course is designed for experienced developers who have prior working knowledge of basic Java 8 or Java 9 and want to take advantage of the newest features of Java 9 that can help improve performance and functionality of Java 9 applications. You will gain invaluable insight into how to leverage Modules, scale applications into multi-core environments, improve performance, and become a more effective Java 9 developer. Java 9 Updates Review of What is New in Java 9 Milling Project Coin The Java Module system (Jigsaw) Why JigSaw? Introduction to the Module System The Module Descriptor Working with Modules JShell JShell More Java 9 Other New Java 9 Features Performance Optimizations Memory Management (Optional) Multithreading and Concurrency Multithreading Concurrent Java Java 8 Concurrency Updates Reflection and References Introspection and Reflection Reference Objects Effective Java Objects, Declarations, and Initializations Exceptions Writing High-Performance Applications Profiling and Benchmarking Profiling Tools Code Optimization Techniques Code Optimization Myths Design Optimization Techniques

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This intermediate course is for the Information Systems communications professional who is planning to install TCP/IP for z/OS and for TCP/IP users who are interested in installing and customizing IBM's TCP/IP product in interoperability environments and main applications. Overview Describe IBM's z/OS TCP/IP product offering Describe the installation requirements and system customization for the z/OS TCP/IP implementation Define network interface attachments that produce connectivity for z/OS TCP/IP communications Construct TCP/IP configuration statements for z/OS to allow operation and connectivity to an existing TCP/IP network Configure TCP/IP for z/OS for basic communications functions Construct TCP/IP configuration statements for z/OS for selected TCP/IP application protocols services This course is designed to provide the skills for basic implementation and customization of TCP/IP on z/OS. TCP/IP for z/OS introduction . z/OS system prerequisites for TCP/IP . Basic customization . Network interfaces . Name services . OMPRoute . Telnet . Enterprise Extender . SyslogD . FTP . SMTP . Additional course details: Nexus Humans CB69 IBM TCP/IP for z/OS Implementation Workshop 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 CB69 IBM TCP/IP for z/OS Implementation Workshop 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.

This very practical and focused one-day workshop enables end-users, technical experts, proponents, internal customers and other key stakeholders to work with procurement and contracting to develop effective specifications and scopes of work, to ensure fit-for-purpose outcomes. The programme empowers participants to collaborate with all key stakeholders. This workshop will help participants: Understand the importance and value of clear and effective specifications Differentiate between the different methods of creating specifications and when to apply them Develop robust specification templates to ensure consistency Understand the use of appropriate language (critical to creating effective specifications) Appreciate the need to develop specifications in cooperation with stakeholders Make use of techniques such as value analysis and value engineering to define 'fit for purpose' in the context of creating effective specifications Embed key KPIs into the specification to ensure delivery Manage and mitigate legal and contractual risks in the specification 1 Introduction Learning outcomes Learning styles Plan for the day 2 The importance of effective specifications Scopes of work Impact of poor scopes of work Examples of costly errors 3 The critical role of language Terminology in creating effective specifications and scopes of work Problems of communication Lack of detail or too prescriptive 4 Encouraging cooperation Technical and commercial experts with responsibility for developing robust effective specifications and scopes of work Managing stakeholders' expectations Working with contractors 5 Types of specification Exploring and using the various approaches to the development of appropriate specifications and scopes of work Output Performance Technical Functional Solutions-based 6 The role of value analysis Value engineering in the process of developing scopes of work and specifications 7 Specifications and contracts The legal and contractual impact of poor specifications and scopes of work How to embed scopes of work and specification outputs into tender and quotation documents 8 Specifications as a management tool Developing KPIs and SLAs framed around robust effective specifications and scopes of work Negotiating with contractors Negotiating with stakeholders

Many managers question the value of appraisal programmes and many line managers believe appraisals are unduly time-consuming and bureaucratic. Yet the appraisal is a vital starting point when it comes to managing performance effectively and it is vital that managers appreciate this. Handled well, the benefits of formal appraisals are enormous. This thoroughly practical workshop has been designed to give line managers the knowledge, skills and confidence to deliver a well-structured appraisal - even in the most challenging circumstances. This course will help participants: Appreciate the benefits of the appraisal process Assess standards of performance objectively Plan and prepare for appraisals effectively Conduct a well-structured appraisal meeting Acquire the essential skills required for effective appraisals Improve their ability to discuss difficult issues more confidently Identify training and development requirements Agree clear and measurable development objectives Complete essential paperwork Understand the need to facilitate continual informal dialogue between appraisals 1 Introduction and course objectives 2 The appraisal process The aim of the appraisal process Understanding the bigger picture - the appraisal process as part of the employee development process The benefits of the appraisal process Common pitfalls Five steps to an effective performance appraisal 3 Step 1 - Assessment Using job standards as the basis for objective assessment Assessment of previous objectives 4 Step 2 - Preparation Documentation required Data on each appraisee Planning the meeting 5 Step 3 - The meeting The skills of appraisal interviewing The structure of the appraisal interview Dealing with poor performance and difficult situations Taking notes and completing documentation 6 Step 4 - Planning ahead and objective setting Identifying action to improve performance and enhance skills Establishing relevant training needs Agreeing SMART performance objectives Formulating a personal development plan 7 Step 5 - Action after the interview Essential paperwork Follow-up and action required between appraisal interviews Continuing informal dialogue 8 Video case study Bullets 9 Conclusion Course review / discussion Preparation of action plans for building on the skills learnt Close