The Microsoft Certified Expert is a new breed of Microsoft certification. It is referred to as a ‘role-based certification’. According to Microsoft, role-based certifications show that individuals that possess them are keeping pace with today’s technical roles and requirements. They allow a learner to skill up and prove their expertise to employers and peers, plus get the recognition and opportunities they’ve earned.
Maximising the relationship and sales potential of each active account is key to the sustainability of any business relying on repeatable custom. In this workshop we start by looking at key techniques for analysing the profitability and development opportunities for different clients before deciding upon the strategy and skills needed for moving the relationship to that of trusted adviser and partner. By understanding and creating the need we can use our influencing skills to harness any sales development potential. By creating the habit of explaining our ideas in a way that also meets the need of the other party we help everybody make the right decisions for them. This course will help participants: Assess the sales profitability and potential of existing key accounts Prioritise where time and energy is directed for maximum profitability Understand the key players in the decision making unit Create a strategic plan for the development of each client target Develop proactive sales consultancy skills Learn advanced communication and influencing techniques 1 What makes an effective account manager? The difference between order taking and account management How do you define a key account in your business? Why should existing customers remain with your company? How do you compare to the competition? 2 How do I prioritise my account management activity? Use practical tools to help you assess revenue potential Analyse the investment required versus the return on your time Create a SWOT analysis on your clients - Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities & Threats Appreciate how this knowledge will improve your sales development 3 Planning strategies for each account Create a list of priority accounts and activities Learn how to develop a long-term and sustainable relationship Discover how they make their purchasing decisions Research the make-up of the Decision Making Unit for each client 4 Learning and utilising the six principles of influence Learn the secrets these principles offer sales people Discover how these principles will work for you Create an influencing strategy for influencers within the client Learn new habits of influence 5 Proactive sales skills Plan proactive sales meetings for key accounts Set primary and secondary objectives for every touch point with the customer Structure sales meetings for maximum effectiveness Help the customer commit and achieve their objectives 6 Putting it into practice Discuss real scenarios to plan for putting these skills into practice Share common issues with fellow sales people Create a personal development plan
Duke of Ed Adventurous Journey Risk Management Running A Duke of Ed program? If so, you need to understand what risks are involved and how to effectively manage them. This course steps you through exactly what you need to know when planning and running an Adventurous Journey with your students.
Embark on a transformative educational journey with our course, 'Designing an L&D Strategy to Power Digital Transformations.' In a digital era where change is the only constant, this course is your gateway to unlocking the secrets of Learning and Development (L&D) strategies that fuel digital transformations. Dive into the intricacies of digital transformation and understand the pivotal role L&D plays in meeting the evolving needs of businesses. From defining L&D goals to mastering the 70-20-10 learning framework, this course offers a comprehensive roadmap for crafting strategies that not only meet the demands of the present but also pave the way for future success. As you traverse through the modules, you'll be guided through the crucial steps of role analysis, competency mapping, and the implementation of the 70-20-10 model. This course isn't just about theory; it's a hands-on experience that empowers you to add wings to your L&D strategy. Elevate your skills, embrace the digital future, and position yourself as a key player in driving organizational success through well-crafted learning and development initiatives. Learning Outcomes Digital Transformation Expertise: Gain a profound understanding of digital transformation and discover the integral role of L&D in meeting business demands. Role Analysis and Competency Mapping: Master the art of role analysis and competency mapping, essential steps in tailoring L&D strategies to organizational needs. 70-20-10 Learning Framework Mastery: Explore the 70-20-10 model and define strategies to empower this learning framework, ensuring a holistic approach to employee development. Implementation Skills: Learn to put theories into action with hands-on experience, ensuring that your L&D strategies are not only theoretical but also practical and effective. Future-Ready L&D Strategies: Acquire the skills needed to design L&D strategies that go beyond the present, preparing organizations for the challenges of tomorrow. Why choose this Designing an L&D Strategy to power Digital Transformations course? Unlimited access to the course for a lifetime. Opportunity to earn a certificate accredited by the CPD Quality Standards and CIQ after completing this course. Structured lesson planning in line with industry standards. Immerse yourself in innovative and captivating course materials and activities. Assessments designed to evaluate advanced cognitive abilities and skill proficiency. Flexibility to complete the Course at your own pace, on your own schedule. Receive full tutor support throughout the week, from Monday to Friday, to enhance your learning experience. Unlock career resources for CV improvement, interview readiness, and job success. Who is this Designing an L&D Strategy to power Digital Transformations course for? L&D Professionals HR Managers Business Leaders Training Coordinators Anyone Involved in Organizational Development Career path Learning and Development Manager: £40,000 - £70,000 HR Consultant: £35,000 - £60,000 Organizational Development Specialist: £40,000 - £65,000 Training and Development Coordinator: £30,000 - £50,000 Human Resources Manager: £45,000 - £75,000 Change Management Consultant: £50,000 - £80,000 Prerequisites This Designing an L&D Strategy to power Digital Transformations does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning. This Designing an L&D Strategy to power Digital Transformations was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection. Certification After studying the course materials, there will be a written assignment test which you can take at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £4.99 Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £8. Course Curriculum Module 01: Introduction Do You Know? 00:01:00 Course Introduction 00:02:00 What You'll Learn 00:01:00 Module 02: Digital Transformation And The Role Of L&D Digital transformation Defined 00:02:00 The Business Ask from L&D 00:01:00 Module 03: The Start Line For L&D What's the L&D Goal? 00:01:00 Role Analysis & Competency Mapping - the 1st Step 00:02:00 Role Analysis & Competency Mapping - An Overview 00:02:00 Role Analysis - Part I Procedure 00:03:00 Competency Mapping - Part II Procedure 00:02:00 Putting into Action & Post Course Support 00:01:00 The Next Step 00:01:00 Module 04: The 70-20-10 Learning Framework Introduction 00:01:00 The 70-20-10 Model of Learning 00:03:00 Defining a 70-20-10 Learning Strategy 00:03:00 Strategies & Learning Tech to Empower 70-20-10 00:05:00 Putting into Action & Post Course Support 00:01:00 Module 05: Add Wings To Your L&D Strategy Introduction 00:01:00 Bonus Lecture@ 00:02:00
This 6 week course will support you to make the most of the range of applications Adobe Premiere Pro offers in the production of video. Sample footage will be provided for you throughout the course, but you can also bring along your own video files to work on. The course is quite technical so some computer experience is required. We use Macs on the course – the Premiere interface is the same across operating systems but some shortcuts and menu items are different. Week 1- The basics This week we’ll start with some of the basics, introducing you to editing and Premiere Pro through: A short history of editing; from analogue to digital Getting to know the layout of Premiere Pro Working with ‘bins’ (folders) and creating edit Sequences Making selects from the rushes and sound files by creating in and out points Introducing clips to the timeline and making a simple edit with music Understanding rendering for smooth, full quality playback Week 2- Editing narrative sequences This week we’ll get further stuck into editing by building narrative, focus on offline editing‚ better organisation of your projects and breaking down footage through: Re-linking lost or moved footage Video ingest – importing and organising clips Organising and breaking down rushes using annotated markers and sub-clips Basics of the effects and motion settings Using our skills to create a simple narrative sequence Editing a dialogue sequence Considering the best ways of exporting your film for online Learn Adobe Media Encoder for more efficient exporting Week 3- Video settings, effects & titles This week we will focus in on what makes up video from a technical standpoint. We will then look at how we can work with and alter these parameters for different uses in our films through: Transcoding – converting the footage into an editable file and understanding codecs and meta data Adjusting scale and positioning and using motion keyframes to create movement over time Adding titles and animating them Applying transitions and various stock video effects Layering tracks and using opacity and different layer blending effects Creating masks and using motion tracking Working with green-screen footage, creating mattes, mask filters and working with multiple layers Week 4- Audio & sound This week we’ll consider the importance of sound design and music for narrative and atmosphere in film and experimental video through: Learning how to enhance your film with sound and music Introducing audio and music to the timeline, cutting and leveling Laying down music and cutting the footage to fit Building sound design around an existing edit with sync-sound and SFX Common practice and different approaches for syncing external microphone audio and video Mastering the audio and making sure that it is all levelled Learning how to create subtitles for our films and different methods to export/embed them Week 5- Colour This week we’ll start looking at colour in our videos and what role that plays. We will look at the process of colour grading and changing the mood in our films through: Using Lumetri Colour, the colour-correcting function within Premiere Pro CC Matching the colour of different cameras to create a similar look Creating different “colour grades” to create different atmospheres Stylising our footage Understand the colour limitations of video files and the importance of exposure when filming Working with tracked masks to isolate certain areas within your image to colour correct Week 6- Putting it all together In our final week we will get the opportunity to experiment with all the skills we’ve learned to create an opening sequence for a tv series. This is also a great opportunity to revisit any topics from previous weeks. Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout.
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A SPECIALISED DRAMA COURSE FOR 11-21 YEAR OLDS, LED BY INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS In2Drama’s signature course is our Summer Academy for young aspiring performers wishing to carve out a career in the performing arts, or simply to explore a new hobby. Our action-packed 5 day course includes over 35 hours of masterclasses taught by industry professionals, and ends with a live public performance in front of peers and parents. Whether you’re an experienced performer and need to be pushed outside of your comfort zone, or are nervous to step out in front of an audience for the first time, we can help you increase your confidence and have you performing with ease! The In2Drama faculty is made up of some of the very best talent in the industry with excellent connections to UK drama schools as well as professional film, TV and theatre contacts for anyone looking to take the next step in their learning journey. WHEN AND WHERE? Monday 22nd - Friday 26th July 2024 The Academy takes place in Cranleigh Arts Centre, around 20 minutes from Guildford. The venue has a professional theatre, a sprung dance floor for choreography sessions, dressing rooms, and lots of great areas for filming and multimedia activities, so it's the perfect spot for our aspiring performers to learn in. WHO IS IT FOR? Whether you’re simply interested in making new friends and having fun over summer, or you’re an aspiring performer with the goal of attending drama school or casting call auditions, we’re here to help make your dreams a reality. 11-15 year olds: Ready for an amazing summer of making friends, learning new performing skills and putting on a real show? Our lower age group offers all of the below modules with a focus on developing skills, having fun with friends and performing for family. 16-21 year olds: This group is suitable for 16-21 year olds who would like a future in the performing arts. While still suitable for those who want to have fun, the courses will be focused on perfecting audition skills for casting calls and drama school applications. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN You can benefit from over 35 hours of masterclasses in acting, singing, dance, audition skills, music production, technical theatre and film production, all taught by industry professionals, with modules tailored to your learning goals. Wherever your talent lies, we will ensure you leave the Academy with all the knowledge you need. THE IN2DRAMA ACADEMY TIMETABLE *Timetable subject to change MONDAY DANCE 11-15 year olds: 9am - 12pm 16-21 year olds: 1pm - 4pm Presentation: 4.30pm - 5pm TECHNICAL THEATRE For all ages, from 2:30pm - 5pm FILM PRODUCTION 11-15 year olds: 1pm - 4pm 16-21 year olds: 9am - 12pm TUESDAY MUSIC PRODUCTION 11-15 year olds: 9am - 12pm 16-21 year olds: 1pm - 4pm Presentation: 4.30 - 5pm TECHNICAL THEATRE For all ages, from 2:30pm - 5pm FILM PRODUCTION 11-15 year olds: 1pm - 4pm 16-21 year olds: 9am - 12pm WEDNESDAY ACTING 11-15 year olds: 9am - 12pm 16-21 year olds: 1pm - 4pm Presentation: 4.30pm - 5pm TECHNICAL THEATRE For all ages, from 2:30pm - 5pm FILM PRODUCTION 11-15 year olds: 1pm - 4pm 16-21 year olds: 9am - 12pm MUSIC PRODUCTION 11-15 year olds: 9am - 12pm 16-21 year olds: 1pm - 4pm THURSDAY SINGING & AUDITION 11-15 year olds: 9am - 12pm 16-21 year olds: 1pm - 4pm Presentation: 4.30pm - 5pm TECHNICAL THEATRE For all ages, from 2:30pm - 5pm FILM PRODUCTION 11-15 year olds: 1pm - 4pm 16-21 year olds: 9am - 12pm FRIDAY MUSICAL THEATRE AUDITION MASTERCLASS WITH EMMA HATTON For all ages, from 9am - 12pm Presentation: 1pm - 2pm MOVEMENT DIRECTION MASTERCLASS WITH PHOEBE HYDER For all ages, from 2pm - 4.15pm Movement Masterclass and Awards Ceremony: 4.30pm - 5pm HEADSHOTS AND SHOWREELS A headshot is a picture of yourself that casting agents will use to decide if you are physically right for a part. A showreel allows them to see you in action through a series of short video clips. While taking part in the Academy, you will have the chance to purchase optional headshots and a showreel to showcase your talents. Our team will help you capture the very best bits of your performances and a brilliant headshot that you can use to apply for future castings and opportunities. When booking the Academy below, you can add a showreel to your booking if you choose.
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Risk Management & Outsourcing School Excursions, Camps & Activities Do you contract out school camps, excursions or international tours? If so, you need to understand what risks you've transferred & what risks you've retained. This course steps you through exactly what you need to know when contracting something out.
Zen Gardening Certificate We have created this Zen Gardening course to give students all the information they require to build and care for a Zen garden. When you complete this course, you will know all you need to know about creating a Zen garden as well as how to keep it up over the years. The course contains topics ranging from understanding Zen and Buddhism to general garden maintenance and pest control. We have worked to ensure that this course allows you to create a Zen garden that you will love, and one that you can care for year after year. The course is totally online and offers students a convenient way to work through the course material that works best for their personal schedules. Students can continue to work full time while taking the course. By taking the Zen Gardening course, you will have access to the course materials from any internet-enabled device, including mobile phones, computers and tablets. You can also access our online support feature day or night. When the course is completed, you will get a course certificate to show the successful completion of the course. The certificate can be downloaded and printed from home, or you can pay a small fee, and we can post it to you. What You Will Learn When this course is completed, you can easily create a Zen garden on your property. This course includes the following: A history of Zen gardening Understanding Zen What makes a garden Zen How Zen gardens create harmony Understanding the different elements of a Zen garden How yin and yang affect a Zen garden Understanding symbolism in a Zen garden Gravel in a Zen garden Creating a budget for a Zen garden Planning for a Zen garden Using Feng Shui in a Zen garden Laying a foundation for your Zen garden Putting plants in a Zen garden Symbolism in a Zen garden Water features in a Zen garden Tools required for a Zen garden Raking and maintaining a Zen garden Benefits of the Zen Gardening Certificate As you begin studying this Zen Gardening course, you will experience the following: The chance to study anywhere you wish, 24/7. You can study from anywhere that has an internet connection. No set time limit. This allows you to study when it is convenient for you. You can take days, weeks or months to complete the course. Study from any device with an internet connection, including tablets, mobiles and computers. An easy to understand course format that is divided into short modules. This keeps the study experience enjoyable. Online support that is accessible 24/7. This helps you to stay on track. Course training that includes activities, quizzes and worksheets. Your odds of success are improved when you create your own Zen garden. Earning a recognised certificate when finishing the course. Affordable course material.