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Getting Started The MSc Project Management programme is designed to show people from any discipline or degree how to manage projects. This program aims to identify, develop and perform essential skills and techniques needed for expertise in Project Management. The programme focuses on enhancing graduate and practicing engineers' knowledge and skills in relevant management skills, principles, and procedures. This course equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to contribute to project management research significantly. The programme comprises two phases; the first is the Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy, awarded by Qualifi and delivered by the School of Business and Technology London. The second phase is the MSc Project Management Top-Up, awarded and delivered 100% online by Anglia Ruskin University. At Anglia Ruskin University, you will study through Canvas, a world-class online Learning Management System (LMS), accessed from your phone, pc or tablet at home or on the move. Canvas provides instant access to study materials, forums, and support from tutors and classmates, as well as enabling easy submission of your assignments. After successfully completing your studies, you'll be invited to attend a graduation ceremony on campus at Anglia Ruskin University. If attending the ceremony in person is not possible, we'll arrange to send your certificate to you. School of Business and Technology London partners with Chestnut Education Group to promote this programme. About Awarding Body Anglia Ruskin University began in 1858 as the Cambridge School of Art founded by William Beaumont. It was then merged with the Cambridge shire College of Arts and Technology and the Essex Institute of Higher Education and was renamed Anglia Polytechnic. It was then given university status in 1992 and renamed Anglia Ruskin University in 2005. The university has campuses in the UK (Cambridge, Chelmsford, London and Peterborough), as well as they are partnered with institutions around the world including Berlin, Budapest, Trinidad, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. Assessment Assignments and Project No examinations Entry Requirements A bachelor's degree Applicant without a bachelor's degree but holding significant managerial experience will be considered for entry on a case-by-case basis. Further, candidates are also required to demonstrate their English language proficiency. Learners must request before enrolment to interchange unit(s) other than the preselected units shown in the SBTL website because we need to make sure the availability of learning materials for the requested unit(s). SBTL will reject an application if the learning materials for the requested interchange unit(s) are unavailable. Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete. Structure Phase 1 - Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy Programme Structure Mandatory Units Unit 703: Strategic Marketing Unit code: M/506/9074 TQT :150 Credit :15 This unit will explore the fundamental models, techniques, and theories that form the marketing foundation and can contribute to achieving strategic objectives. Additionally, it will impart learners with a critical comprehension of the marketing function within intricate organizations. Unit 704: Finance for Managers Unit code: D/506/9071 TQT :150 Credit :15 The focus of this unit is to assist learners in comprehending and effectively utilizing financial information and data. This unit holds significance for learners as it underpins informed decision-making. Unit 705: Strategic Direction Unit code: D/506/9068 TQT :150 Credit :15 This unit will delve into an organization's strategic aims and objectives, emphasizing their importance in establishing direction and gauging success and progress. Furthermore, the unit will examine how various strategic options may prompt the organization to alter its course. Unit 706: Strategic Planning Unit code: Y/506/9070 TQT :150 Credit :15 This unit focuses on the importance of the strategic planning process in crafting suitable strategies and creating a plan that garners support from stakeholders and other organizational leaders. Additionally, the unit addresses the critical evaluation of the program and its subsequent success. Unit 707: Creative and Innovative Management Unit code: H/618/0795 TQT :150 Credit :15 This unit equips the learner with the knowledge to acknowledge the significance of creative and innovative management concepts for organizations, as well as the skills to put this understanding into practice effectively. Unit 708: Managing Corporate Responsibility in the Wider Business Environment Unit code: K/618/0796 TQT :100 Credit :10 This unit offers the learner insight into how legislation and global integration impact the decisions, policies, processes, and activities carried out by organizations. Specialism Units GENERAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISM Unit 701: Research Method Unit code: Y/506/9133 TQT :200 Credit :20 The objective of this unit is to enhance the learner's knowledge and comprehension of academic practices and research methodologies. It employs a problem-based learning approach to cultivate practical proficiency in areas relevant to educational practice and research within business and management. Unit 702: Development as a Strategic Manager Unit code: J/506/9064 TQT :150 Credit :15 This unit seeks to foster organizational and self-awareness in learners. It establishes the groundwork for a self-critical and reflective approach to personal development, which is crucial for learners operating at a strategic level. Additionally, it considers broader organizational and environmental factors, recognizing their role as contributors to the overall strategic success of both the individual and the organization.   HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT SPECIALISM Unit 709: Contemporary Human Resource Management Unit code: Y/615/3304 TQT :100 Credit :10 The objective of this unit is to empower learners with the capacity to comprehend and assess the influence of internal and external environmental factors on organizational strategy and people management. Additionally, it aims to enable the learner to analyze various organizational contexts and devise strategies to address these ecological forces while recognizing the role of HR professionals in contributing to this process. Unit 710: Resourcing, Talent Management and Development Unit code: K/615/3307 TQT :150 Credit :15 This unit aims to cultivate proficiency in comprehending and analyzing employment markets and demographic trends to devise and execute effective, ethical, and fitting strategies for resourcing, retention, talent management, and development. Additionally, it will explore the potential and constraints of learning and talent development policies and procedures in shaping and attaining objectives at the national, organizational, group, and individual levels. Learners will evaluate the pivotal role of HRM professionals in formulating, implementing, and assessing strategic planning pertinent to employee resourcing, talent management, and development. Unit 711: Performance Management Unit code: M/615/3308 TQT :100 Credit :10 The objective of this unit is to empower learners with the knowledge to grasp the key factors that impact employee performance across all levels within an organisation and how these factors can be effectively managed. Additionally, it aims to equip learners with the understanding to create and execute suitable HR practices and strategies aligned with Performance Management.   FINANCE SPECIALISM Unit 712: Business Finance Unit code: R/618/8634 TQT :100 Credit :10 This unit seeks to enhance students' knowledge and comprehension of management accounting techniques tailored for small businesses. It also introduces students to applying management accounting information in effectively managing small companies through planning, organizing, executing, and controlling activities. Unit 713: International Financial Management Unit code: Y/618/8635 TQT :150 Credit :15 This module fosters students' comprehension and expertise in investments beyond national boundaries. It delves into matters that transcend domestic economies, encompassing the handling of foreign currencies and addressing international economic and cultural disparities. As a result, this module provides students with the skills needed to navigate the intricate realm of international finance. Unit 709: Contemporary Human Resource Management Unit code: Y/615/3304 TQT :100 Credit :10 The objective of this unit is to empower learners with the capacity to comprehend and assess the influence of internal and external environmental factors on organizational strategy and people management. Additionally, it aims to enable the learner to analyze various organizational contexts and devise strategies to address these ecological forces while recognizing the role of HR professionals in contributing to this process.   MARKETING SPECIALISM Unit 714: Customer Growth Marketing Unit code: D/618/8636 TQT :100 Credit :10 The primary objective of this module is to conduct a critical examination of the tools and methods employed to achieve successful customer growth across various contexts. Through this, students will cultivate an essential grasp of the factors that shape consumer behaviour and assess relevant literature and theories elucidating consumer motivation and customer relationships. Additionally, students will be able to scrutinize an organization's marketing strategy and showcase the implementation of crucial concepts, elements, and tools within the business environment. Unit 715: Advanced Strategic Marketing Unit code: H/618/8637 TQT :150 Credit :15 The Marketing Strategy module builds upon the pre-existing knowledge that students and practitioners have regarding marketing principles. It aims to empower candidates to suggest strategic approaches to emerging market trends. It encourages them to contemplate the repercussions of marketing and its interplay with other facets of the organization. Unit 709: Contemporary Human Resource Management Unit code: Y/615/3304 TQT :100 Credit :10 The objective of this unit is to empower learners with the capacity to comprehend and assess the influence of internal and external environmental factors on organizational strategy and people management. Additionally, it aims to enable the learner to analyze various organizational contexts and devise strategies to address these ecological forces while recognizing the role of HR professionals in contributing to this process.   PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALISM Unit 716: Planning, Controlling and Leading a Project Unit code: K/618/8638 TQT :150 Credit :15 This unit is designed to acquaint learners with the practical aspects of initiating and overseeing a project. Additionally, it will familiarize them with the unique challenges of project management in the global business landscape. The unit encourages critical thinking about project management, viewing it as a complex, process-driven cultural system that is continually evolving through the collaborative efforts of high-performing teams. With an increasing number of firms engaging in project development and management activities, acquiring a sound understanding of efficient project management becomes crucial. Learners will delve into the roles and responsibilities of project team members and examine various levels of management skills, placing special emphasis on success factors, monitoring, and control. Unit 717: Procurement Risk and Contract Management Unit code: M/618/8639 TQT :100 Credit :10 The objective of this unit is to empower students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of procurement. It emphasizes the significance of recognizing and mitigating risks associated with procurement and contract management. Additionally, learners will cultivate a critical appreciation for the various legislative frameworks that play a crucial role in procurement and explore frameworks for assessing risks within the procurement context. Unit 718: Advanced Project and Logistics Management Unit code: H/618/8640 TQT :100 Credit :10 The goal of this unit is to enable the learner to grasp the concepts of portfolio management and its related characteristics. It will also delve into the significance of having a Project Management Office, exploring the stages of establishing an effective PMO. Additionally, learners will assess the supply chain ecosystem and evaluate IT frameworks suitable for managing the complexities of logistics and the supply chain.   Phase 2 - MSc Project Management Top-Up Programme Structure Project Management Systems Project Management Techniques Dissertation (Major Project)   Delivery Methods The programme comprises two phases; the first is the Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy, awarded by Qualifi and delivered by the School of Business and Technology London. The School of Business and Technology London offers flexible learning methods, including online and blended learning, allowing students to choose the mode of study that suits their preferences and schedules. The program is self-paced and facilitated through an advanced Learning Management System. Students can easily interact with tutors through the SBTL Support Desk Portal System for course material discussions, guidance, assistance, and assessment feedback on assignments. School of Business and Technology London provides exceptional support and infrastructure for online and blended learning. Students benefit from dedicated tutors who guide and support them throughout their learning journey, ensuring a high level of assistance. The second phase is the MSc Project Management Top-Up, awarded and delivered 100% online by Anglia Ruskin University. At Anglia Ruskin University, you will study through Canvas, a world-class online Learning Management System (LMS), accessed from your phone, pc or tablet at home or on the move. Canvas provides instant access to study materials, forums, and support from tutors and classmates, as well as enabling easy submission of your assignments. After successfully completing your studies, you'll be invited to attend a graduation ceremony on campus at Anglia Ruskin University. If attending the ceremony in person is not possible, we'll arrange to send your certificate to you. School of Business and Technology London partners with Chestnut Education Group to promote this programme. Resources and Support School of Business & Technology London is dedicated to offering excellent support on every step of your learning journey. School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal. Our support team liaises with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receives a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and streamline all the support processes efficiently. Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of the School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal. How does the Online Learning work at SBTL? We at SBTL follow a unique approach which differentiates us from other institutions. Indeed, we have taken distance education to a new phase where the support level is incredibly high.Now a days, convenience, flexibility and user-friendliness outweigh demands. Today, the transition from traditional classroom-based learning to online platforms is a significant result of these specifications. In this context, a crucial role played by online learning by leveraging the opportunities for convenience and easier access. It benefits the people who want to enhance their career, life and education in parallel streams. SBTL's simplified online learning facilitates an individual to progress towards the accomplishment of higher career growth without stress and dilemmas. How will you study online? With the School of Business & Technology London, you can study wherever you are. You finish your program with the utmost flexibility. You will be provided with comprehensive tutor support online through SBTL Support Desk portal. How will I get tutor support online? School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal, through which our support team liaise with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receive a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and to streamline all the support process efficiently. Learners should expect to receive a response on queries like guidance and assistance within 1 - 2 working days. 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Part 1: ‘Lunch and Learn’ with Max & Fi ✨ ( About 15-20 min) Max and Fi will share various psychological models, resources and ideas to help you feel positive, purposeful and inspired in your EP career. We draw upon positive psychology, with the aim of helping you feel motivated, engaged and purposeful in your EP Career. Part 2: Time to connect 🧠🧠 ( About 40-45 min) Come and find your 'tribe' and connect with like-minded EPs. W e will organise breakout rooms for small group chats, reflections and connection-building within the EP community. You might want to share some ideas with others, find out what others are up to, make connections and explore possible collaborations. Maybe you're feeling isolated (easy in this role!) and just fancy some EP company and connection. We will offer some prompts for your chats and do our best to reduce any awkwardness and make it fun and friendly! Come with an open mind. Be brave. Be curious. See where the session takes you... Bring your own lunch and a cup of PositiviTEA. If your cup is feeling a bit empty, we hope we can fill it during the session* * This is a metaphor. No actual tea is included ;) P.s. Sorry this session is not suitable for aspiring EPs . Please do look out for more appropriate events via Twitter.

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for organizations that would like to improve the team productivity of their employees and individuals, who take the role of Project Managers, Business Analysts, Team Leaders, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Managers, and any team members. Overview The key to the success of an IT organization is its employees. The more highly productive the people in the organization are, the greater the business goals the organization can achieve. By completing this course, the IT organization gains: trained employees who know the main characteristics of high-performance teams and already have ideas about what to change in their work and behavior to contribute to greater productivity of the team as a whole; a quantum leap in business results thanks to increased employee motivation, customer satisfaction, and improved communication in teams; long-term benefit expressed in the transfer of knowledge that the people of the trained team can share with other members of the organization. A skill that almost every organization looks for in a new job candidate is the ability to work in a team. If an individual is an expert in a certain field and is invited to work on a large project that includes other experts, it is very important to know how to work successfully in this team. By completing this course the individual will: learn the differences between an ordinary team and a high-performing one; know how to increase your personal productivity; be able to determine problems that prevent the team from achieving outstanding results. This course represents highly effective training on developing teamwork skills and teaches students how to interact effectively with other team members. Also, students will learn how to increase their work productivity and resolve and/or avoid conflict situations. Course Outline What is a team and are we really a team? How to improve team performance? The importance of trust and psychological security. How to approach disagreements and conflicts in the team? How to encourage initiative and commitment in the team? How are self-organized teams created and what are their specifics? How to focus on the results we want to achieve? Each topic includes discussions and exercises. Additional course details: Nexus Humans High-Performing Teams 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 High-Performing Teams 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.

Agile working is an approach that the NHS supports. It demands new ways of working and thinking. Agile means that work is now seen as an activity, not a place. People are the organisation. The way we communicate has to change. The way we manage has to change. This workshop will let you reflect on what works for you now and where you may need to adapt. You may need to trust and value your team more than ever, but when they aren't in front of you in the office, you will need to question your beliefs. The workshop will help you: Understand what Agile Working is all about Reflect on your management style Recognise the new ways of managing agile workers Choose the right communication methods Understand culture and mindset Identify different ways of measuring performance Focus on innovation and not bureaucracy Manage more effectively This workshop has been designed to support you in effectively managing an agile team. You will need to be open to questioning your existing techniques and be open and responsive to change. 1 What's it all about? What is Agile working? What are your personal management concerns? How to make it work Time / location / role / source 2 Your role as an Agile manager Your style Your team's individual preferences Learning to let go Your management style self assessment 3 The 3 areas of focus Trust Delegation Empowerment 4 Communicating effectively New ways of communicating Managing expectations What are you measuring? 5 Your personal action plan What are you going to do differently?

The aim of this course is to provide an overview of Agile approaches to product development. It explains what Agile is and when and why to use it. The scope of the programme includes: The course emphasises the collaborative nature of Agile and the flexibility it offers to customers. The principal training objectives for this programme are to help participants understand: Why and when to use Agile How to use Agile The roles involved in Agile development The cultural factors to take into account How to manage Agile developments 1 Introduction (Course sponsor and trainer) Why this programme has been developed Review of participants' needs and objectives 2 Background to Agile Issues with traditional approaches to product development How Agile helps Roots of Agile Agile lifecycles Product v project 3 How Agile works The Agile Manifesto Agile principles Process control: defined v empirical Different Agile methods The Scrum framework DSDM Atern 4 Managing Agile When to use Agile Managing Agile projects Team organisation 5 Agile techniques Daily stand-ups User stories Estimating MoSCoW prioritisation 6 Course review and action planning (Course sponsor present) Are there opportunities to use Agile? What actions should be implemented to adopt Agile? Conclusion

Agility has become a prized business attribute. Although Agile methods were once most associated with software development, they are now applied in a host of different areas. Agile continues to find new applications because it is primarily an attitude. This programme delivers a solid grounding in both the Agile mindset and Agile methods. It covers three methods, illustrates the benefits of each and shows how they can be integrated. It includes practical techniques as well as background knowledge. By the end of the session, participants will be able to: Apply Agile concepts to self-manage their work Understand the roles people take on in Agile teams Use a variety of techniques to help deliver customer satisfaction Focus on delivering against priorities Employ a range of estimating techniques 1 Introduction Overview of the programme Review of participants' needs and objectives 2 The basics of Agile What makes Agile different Agile Manifesto and Principles Using feedback to deliver what is needed 3 Agile teams Multi-disciplinary teams Team size and empowerment Agile values 4 Agile at the team level - Scrum Scrum roles Scrum 'events' Scrum 'artifacts' 5 Agile for teams juggling multiple demands - Kanban Taking control of the work Improving throughput Dealing with bottlenecks 6 Agile in projects - AgilePM The phases of an Agile project Managing change requests Delivering on time 7 Estimating T-shirt / Pebble sizing Yesterday's weather Planning poker 8 Pick 'n' mix - some useful techniques The daily stand-up User stories Retrospectives Work-in-process limits Burndown charts Minimum viable product A / B testing 9 Review and action planning Identify actions to be implemented individually Conclusion

Agile project management, already widely used for software development, is increasingly recognised as having much more general application. Continuous improvement programmes, business change projects, new technology development, research and development and a variety of other scenarios characterised by rapid change and high uncertainty can all benefit from an Agile approach. This programme presents the concepts and methods of Agile project management, and shows how to apply them to a range of project and change management situations. Participants will learn: how Agile project management can help with project and change management the 4 values and 12 principles of the Agile 'manifesto' and the range of Agile methodologies how to apply Agile project management methods and techniques in a range of project scenarios alternative Agile project management methods and how they can be applied and adapted what makes Agile project teams succeed the key roles and responsibilities needed to enable Agile project teams to work effectively how to encourage an Agile mindset within their organisation and how to move toward an Agile approach to managing projects 1 Introduction to Agile project management Overview of 'classical' project management and methodologies The link between project success and management performance Limitations of classical approaches and the need for Agile methods The 4 values and 12 principles of the Agile manifesto explained Agile project management values:Individuals and interactions over processes and toolsWorking outputs over comprehensive documentationCustomer collaboration over contract negotiationResponding to change over following a plan The cultural challenges of using Agile project management Choosing when and how to adopt Agile project management 2 Initiating a project using Agile project management Some key Agile methodologies explained: SCRUM, XP, Crystal Identifying and engaging project stakeholders; defining roles and responsibilities Setting the project vision and goals; defining project scope The Agile approach to requirements capture and elicitation of needs Tools and techniques for capturing and characterising requirements The role of documentation, reporting and process management 3 The Agile approach to definition and planning Understanding Agile planning; the 'planning onion' concept Developing the culture needed for collaborative involvement and iterative planning Defining project deliverables; the 'product backlog' concept Tools and techniques for defining and prioritising requirements in Agile projects Understanding and applying Agile estimating techniques Dealing with uncertainty and managing risks 4 The Agile approach to execution and delivery The results orientated, fast adapting culture of Agile teams The monthly 'Sprint' process for project planning and review The disciplines needed for effective daily SCRUM meetings Reviewing progress, managing change and project reporting Testing, completing and handing over of work packages Managing the interface between the project team and the business 5 Leadership and teamwork in Agile project teams Why Agile teams are different: the importance of individuals and interactions The skills and attributes needed to lead an Agile project team The challenges faced and skills needed by Agile team members Recognising team development needs; adopting the right leadership style Making the transition from project manager to Agile coach Key coaching skills explored: mentoring, facilitating, managing conflict

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