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Build a rewarding career in content design Build a rewarding career in content design with a globally recognised, industry-approved qualification. Get the mindset, the confidence and the skills that will help you stand out in a rapidly growing industry. Why take this course: Be in demand. Certified qualifications will help you stand out in a fast-growing industry Build a career with impact. Design content experiences that will influence users worldwide Broaden your opportunities. Optimise your skills to get hired at leading companies Get qualified. Earn a university credit-rated certification approved by industry leaders Gain the confidence you need to succeed. Our mentors, career advisors and student community will support you all the way University credit-rated, industry-approved Our content design course is credit-rated by Glasgow Caledonian University and has been reviewed and endorsed by leaders in the tech industry. It covers everything you need to become a certified content design professional. Study method Online, self-paced Duration 10 weeks Access to content 12 months Qualification Professional Certificate in Content Design Awarded by Scottish Qualifications Authority trading as SQA Additional info Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price Tutor is available to students Description In this Professional Certificate in Content Design course you will learn: An introduction to content design. Understand what content design is and the role of a content designer. Principles of good content design Learn the core principles of content design and why it matters. Voice, tone and style Learn how voice, tone, and style can create a cohesive product experience. Understanding your users Uncover your audience's goals and content needs. Writing for interfaces Learn to write microcopy for buttons, notifications and other UI elements. The product mindset Develop a product mindset by learning about product design systems and tools. Testing content Learn how to test, evaluate and improve your content. AI for content design Learn how to use AI tools to become a more effective content designer. Working in content design Learn how to be the content champion within your organisation. Support at every step From day one, you’ll be part of a lively community of tutors, mentors and fellow students that support each other along the way. Student Success team Our friendly and responsive team will help you stay on track and keep you accountable. Course mentor Your course mentor is an expert content designer who brings years of practical insight. Student community Collaborate, share tips and build connections on our lively student Slack channels. Who is this course for? Writers and journalists who want to enhance their skills for the digital world UX and UI designers who want to become more rounded professionals Content designers looking for a formal qualification that validates their expertise Digital marketers who need content design skills to succeed in their roles Anybody with a writing, content or design background looking for a creative tech job Requirements Background You don’t need experience in design or technology to enrol in our courses. To get the most value from this course, you will need some experience in writing and a genuine interest in words and language. Commitment You do need to be motivated and committed. We set a high bar. Studying for one of our professional qualifications requires a certain amount of time, energy and focus. English language To take this course, you should be fluent in verbal and written English. If English is not your first language, you should have a proficiency of C1 as defined by the CEFRL (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

Gain robust techniques for obtaining feedback from end users throughout product design, and learn how to identify new opportunities for design improvement.

Why Learn Revit and 3dsMax V-Ray Visualization Basic to Advance Training Course? Course info Master architectural visualization and photorealistic renderings. In-person or live online options available. Learn Revit and 3dsMax, V-Ray rendering, and advanced techniques. Hands-on projects for real-world experience. Duration: 40 hrs Method: 1-on-1 - Individual support. Schedule: Tailor your own schedule by pre-booking a convenient hour of your choice, available from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm. Comprehensive Training: Master Revit, 3dsMax, and advanced visualization techniques for exceptional results. V-Ray Rendering: Explore realistic rendering with V-Ray, including advanced techniques and materials. Real-World Projects: Work on industry-relevant projects for a professional portfolio. Flexible Learning: Choose in-person or live online sessions for an engaging experience. Lesson Recordings: Access recorded classes to reinforce your understanding. Lifetime Email Support: Get guidance and assistance from experienced instructors beyond the course duration. Autodesk Certified Instructors. Comprehensive Training: Master Revit, 3dsMax, and advanced visualization techniques for exceptional results. V-Ray Rendering: Explore realistic rendering with V-Ray, including advanced techniques and materials. Real-World Projects: Work on industry-relevant projects for a professional portfolio. Flexible Learning: Choose in-person or live online sessions for an engaging experience. Lesson Recordings: Access recorded classes to reinforce your understanding. Lifetime Email Support: Get guidance and assistance from experienced instructors beyond the course duration. Autodesk Certified Instructors. Part 1: Revit (16 hours) Module 1: Introduction to Revit Familiarizing with the Revit interface and workspace Embracing the Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflow Creating a fundamental building model as a starting point Module 2: Basic Modeling in Revit Working with essential elements such as walls, doors, and windows Constructing floors and roofs to complete the building structure Crafting functional and visually appealing stairs and railings Module 3: Advanced Modeling in Revit Delving into the creation and manipulation of families Utilizing parameters and constraints to enhance modeling efficiency Exploring intricate geometries for complex designs Module 4: Annotation and Documentation in Revit Enhancing project documentation by adding text and dimensions Generating informative schedules for better project management Mastering the printing and exporting processes for professional output Part 2: 3ds Max (16 hours) Module 1: Introduction to 3ds Max Navigating the 3ds Max interface and workspace Understanding the 3D modeling workflow for design visualization Initiating the creation of basic 3D models Module 2: Basic Modeling in 3ds Max Working with primitive shapes to build foundational models Creating and refining splines to form versatile shapes Advancing to complex 3D model development for intricate designs Module 3: Materials and Textures in 3ds Max Exploring the material editor and its functionalities Skillfully applying and adjusting materials for realistic renders Incorporating textures to add depth and detail to the models Module 4: Lighting and Cameras in 3ds Max Mastering the art of lighting creation and manipulation Utilizing the daylight system for enhanced realism Understanding cameras and perspectives for compelling visual storytelling Part 3: V-Ray (8 hours) Module 1: Introduction to V-Ray Getting acquainted with the V-Ray interface and workflow Exploring V-Ray materials and textures for high-quality renders Module 2: Lighting and Rendering in V-Ray Creating and refining lighting setups for stunning renders Utilizing global illumination to enhance the realism of scenes Implementing advanced rendering techniques for professional output Module 3: Materials and Textures in V-Ray Crafting and modifying V-Ray materials for realistic surfaces Applying V-Ray textures to add depth and realism to objects Utilizing V-Ray displacement maps for intricate details For 3ds Max free trial, visit: https://www.autodesk.co.uk/products/free-trial. To access the V-Ray free trial, visit: https://www.chaosgroup.com/. Start your journey to becoming a proficient designer and renderer in the world of 3D modeling and visualization. Download Revit Revit and 3dsMax V-Ray Visualization Basic to Advance Training Course: Proficient Software Skills: Acquire a strong command of Revit and 3dsMax, along with advanced techniques in V-Ray rendering. High-Quality Visualizations: Create realistic and visually stunning architectural visualizations using V-Ray. Architectural Modeling: Master the process of modeling architectural elements with precision and efficiency. Materials and Textures: Understand how to apply realistic materials and textures to enhance visualizations. Lighting Setup: Set up lighting environments to achieve optimal illumination and ambiance in renderings. Rendering Techniques: Explore advanced rendering techniques, including global illumination, caustics, and ambient occlusion. Real-World Projects: Complete industry-relevant projects to build a professional-grade portfolio. Problem-Solving Skills: Develop the ability to troubleshoot and resolve rendering challenges effectively. Efficient Workflows: Learn time-saving workflows and best practices for efficient visualization production. Portfolio Showcase: Showcase your newly acquired skills through a diverse range of visualizations.

Microsoft Project Orange Belt® 2013: Virtual In-House Training This workshop gives participants a full insight into creating effective schedules using Microsoft® Project 2013, allowing you to estimate, coordinate, budget, staff, and control projects and support other users. This workshop gives participants a full insight into creating effective schedules using Microsoft® Project 2013, allowing you to estimate, coordinate, budget, staff, and control projects and support other users. This workshop provides the eBook Dynamic Scheduling with Microsoft® Project 2013, and is kept up to date with the framework of knowledge outlined by the Project Management Institute's PMBOK® Guide and the Practice Standard for Scheduling. What you Will Learn You'll learn how to: Understand what's new in Project 2013 Explain where Project 2013 fits in the Microsoft® EPM solution Initialize Project 2013 to start project planning Create a well-formed project schedule Understand task types and the schedule formula Assign resources and costs to tasks Analyze resource utilization and optimize the schedule Set a baseline and track progress Create and manage project reports Customize views and fields Apply Earned Value Management Understand the basics of managing multiple projects Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Enterprise Project Management Concepts and Framework Getting Started with Project 2013 Project 2013: What's New and General Overview Setting Up a New Project Schedule (templates, options, save, etc.) Setting the Project Calendar Entering Tasks The Planning Processes Importing Tasks (Word, Excel, SharePoint) Synchronizing with SharePoint Tasks List Creating and managing the WBS (include tasks, manually scheduled tasks, summary tasks and milestones, as well as custom WBS coding) Entering Estimates Tendencies in Estimating The Rolling Wave Approach Entering Duration and Work Estimates Types of Tasks Entering Dependencies The Principle of Dynamic Scheduling Choosing the Right Type of Dependency Entering Dependencies in Project 2013 Different Applications of Dependencies Entering Deadlines, Constraints, and Task Calendars Use of Deadlines and Constraints Entering Deadlines and Constraints in Project 2013 Entering Resources and Costs Types of Resources Entering Resources in Project 2013 Calendars and Resources Entering Costs in Project 2013 Entering Assignments Assignments in a Schedule Assignments and Task Types Entering Assignments in Project 2013 Assignments, Budgets, and Costs Optimizing the Schedule The Critical Path Method and the Resource Critical Path Resource Leveling Optimizing Time, Cost, and Resources in Project 2013 Updating the Schedule The Baseline Updating Strategies and Situations Prepare the Status and Forecast Report in Project 2013 Reporting Using Reports Using Visual Reports Formatting and Printing in Project 2013 Customizing Fields in Project 2013 Earned Value Management (EVM) Overview of EVM Applying EVM with Project 2013 Evaluating the Project Evaluating the Project Performance Project Benefits and Results Templates for Future Projects Summary Tools and Checklist Best Practices Checklist Consolidated Schedules Creating Consolidated Schedules Using a Resource Pool Links across Projects Solving common problems Analyzing the Critical Path across Projects

Microsoft Project Orange Belt® 2016: Virtual In-House Training This workshop gives participants a full insight into creating effective schedules using Microsoft® Project 2016, allowing you to estimate, coordinate, budget, staff, and control projects and support other users. This workshop gives participants a full insight into creating effective schedules using Microsoft® Project 2016, allowing you to estimate, coordinate, budget, staff, and control projects and support other users. This workshop provides the eBook Dynamic Scheduling with Microsoft® Project 2013, and is kept up to date with the framework of knowledge outlined by the Project Management Institute's PMBOK® Guide and the Practice Standard for Scheduling. What you Will Learn You'll learn how to: Understand what's new in Project 2016 Explain where Project 2016 fits in the Microsoft® EPM solution Initialize Project 2016 to start project planning Create a well-formed project schedule Understand task types and the schedule formula Assign resources and costs to tasks Analyze resource utilization and optimize the schedule Set a baseline and track progress Create and manage project reports Customize views and fields Apply Earned Value Management Understand the basics of managing multiple projects Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Concepts of Project Management Getting Started with Project 2016 Project 2016: What's New and General Overview Setting Up a New Project Schedule (templates, options, save, etc.) Setting the Project Calendar Entering Tasks The planning processes Importing tasks (Word, Excel, SharePoint) Synchronizing with SharePoint Tasks List Creating and managing the WBS (include tasks, manually scheduled tasks, summary tasks, milestones, and custom WBS coding) Entering Estimates Tendencies in estimating The rolling wave approach Entering duration and work estimates Types of tasks Entering Dependencies The principle of dynamic scheduling Choosing the right Type of dependency Entering dependencies in Project 2016 Different applications of dependencies Entering Deadlines, Constraints, and Task Calendars Use of deadlines and constraints Entering deadlines and constraints in Project 2016 Entering Resources and Costs Types of resources Entering resources in Project 2016 Calendars and resources Entering costs in Project 2016 Entering Assignments Assignments in a schedule Assignments and task types Entering assignments in Project 2016 Assignments, budgets, and costs Optimizing the Schedule The critical path method (CPM) and the resource critical path (RCP) Resource leveling Optimizing time, cost, and resources in Project 2016 Updating the Schedule The baseline Updating strategies and situations Prepare the status and forecast report in Project 2016 Reporting Using reports Using Visual Reports Formatting and printing in Project 2016 Customizing fields in Project 2016 Earned Value Management (EVM) Overview of EVM Applying EVM with Project 2016 Evaluating the Project Evaluating the project performance Project benefits and results Templates for future projects Summary and Next steps Tools and checklist Best practices checklist Certification options

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam Prep: Virtual In-House Training This course gives you the knowledge you need to pass the exam and covers CAPM®-critical information on project management theory, principles, techniques, and methods Are you planning on taking the CAPM® examination? This course gives you the knowledge you need to pass the exam and covers CAPM®-critical information on project management theory, principles, techniques, and methods. You'll also have an opportunity for practical applications and time to review the kinds of questions you'll find in the CAPM® Exam. What you Will Learn Apply for the CAPM® Examination Develop a personal exam preparation plan Describe the structure, intent, and framework principles of the current edition of the PMBOK® Guide Explain the PMBOK® Guide Knowledge Areas, as well as their inter-relationships with the each other and the Process Groups Getting Started Program orientation The CAPM® certification process Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) Examination Content Outline CAPM® eligibility requirements Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct Application options Foundation Concepts Skills and qualities of a project manager Project management terminology and definitions Relationship of project, program, portfolio, and operations management Project lifecycle approaches Project Integration Management Review Project Integration Management Knowledge Area Develop Project Charter Develop Project Management Plan Direct and Manage Project Work Manage Project Knowledge Monitoring and Controlling Perform Integrated Change Control Close Project or Phase Project Stakeholder Management Review Project Stakeholder Management Knowledge Area Identify Stakeholders Plan Stakeholder Engagement Manage Stakeholder Engagement Monitor Stakeholder Engagement Project Scope Management Review Project Scope Management Knowledge Area Plan Scope Management Collect Requirements Define Scope Create WBS Validate Scope Control Scope Project Schedule Management Review Project Schedule Management Knowledge Area Plan Schedule Management Define Activities Sequence Activities Estimate Activity Durations Develop Schedule Control Schedule Project Cost Management Review Project Cost Management Knowledge Area Plan Cost Management Estimate Costs Determine Budget Control Schedule Project Resource Management Review Project Resource Management Knowledge Area Plan Resource Management Estimate Activity Resources Acquire Resources Develop Team Manage Team Control Resources Project Quality Management Review Project Quality Management Knowledge Area Plan Quality Management Manage Quality Control Quality Project Risk Management Review Project Risk Management Knowledge Area Plan Risk Management Identify Risks Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis Plan Risk Responses Implement Risk Responses Monitor Risks Project Communications Management Review Project Communications Management Knowledge Area Plan Communications Management Manage Communications Monitor Communications Project Procurement Management Review Project Procurement Management Knowledge Area Plan Procurement Management Conduct Procurements Control Procurements Summary and Next Steps Program Review Mock CAPM® Exam Getting Prepared for the CAPM® Exam After the CAPM® Exam

Scrum Master and Product Owner Workshop: Virtual In-House Training This workshop builds on the specific roles and responsibilities of the Product Owner and Scrum Master in a Scrum environment, and how they need to work together as part of the Scrum methodology. During these sessions, you will explore who does what before, during, and after the Scrum Sprint cycles, as well as how to make the process work best in your specific Agile environment. You will come away from this workshop with a much deeper understanding of the roles and responsibilities so that individual performance improves on the job. Improved target results include providing focused leadership, making effective decisions, guiding Agile teams, and delivering business value. Foundation Concepts Agile History, Values, and Mindset Introduction to Scrum Scrum Events Scrum Artifacts Scrum Roles and Responsibilities Scrum Roles Product Owner Responsibilities Scrum Master Responsibilities The Scrum Team Responsibilities Cross-functional Teams Product Ownership Product Ownership Vision Understand Your Customers and Market Stakeholder Management and Engagement Product Backlog What is a User Story? Epics and User Stories Acceptance Criteria Preparing User Stories for a Sprint Definition of Ready (DoR) and Definition of Done (DoD) User Story Estimation Using Planning Poker Backlog Grooming Roadmaps, Story Maps, Impact Mapping Product Backlog Prioritization, MoSCoW, Kano Analysis Technical Debt The Sprint Team Capacity and Velocity Planning Sprint Planning Meeting and Sprint Plan The Sprint: Learning to Become Self-managing, Self-organizing, Self-improving Sprint Review Meeting Retrospectives Project Progress and Completion The Daily Scrum The Task Board and The Burndown Chart Information Radiators Closing a Scrum Project Summary and Next Steps Review of course goals, objectives, and content

Microsoft Project Blue Belt® 2013: Virtual In-House Training This course introduces Project Server 2013 features that expedite scheduling projects and simplify managing tasks within an enterprise environment. Learn different aspects of Project Server and their benefits to varying roles in the enterprise, and gain hands-on experience and insights on best practices from SMEs around the world. This course introduces Project Server 2013 features that expedite scheduling projects and simplify managing tasks within an enterprise environment. Learn different aspects of Project Server and their benefits to varying roles in the enterprise, and gain hands-on experience and insights on best practices from SMEs around the world. What you Will Learn You'll learn how to: Identify the project's life cycle Understand the Enterprise Project Management (EPM) environment Apply the basic project management principles to selecting, initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing your Project 2013 schedules Take advantage of new features Explain Project Server 2013 views and project sites Meet deadlines and budget restrictions Keep the workloads of your resources within their available limits Efficiently update your schedule Take advantage of the standard reports, custom views, and visual reports for your projects Take a brief look at the Business Intelligence potential Efficiently and effectively manage your project(s) and programs Work comfortably within Project Server 2013 or Project Online Getting Started with Microsoft® Project Server 2013 Describing the EPM context Discovering Project Server 2013 and Project Online Differentiating the users of Project Server 2013 Working with Project Professional 2013 and Project Server 2013 Recognizing the Life Cycle within EPM Projects and Portfolio Management Portfolio management and governance Originating new initiatives within EPTs and workflows Prioritizing initiatives, analyzing scenarios, optimizing, and selecting the portfolio Initiating Projects Initiating processes with Project Professional, SharePoint lists, Enterprise Projects, and Resource Plans Importing projects and managing project owner and permissions Planning Projects - Scope and Schedule Management Planning context and framework Scheduling in PWA Using the Deliverables feature Planning Projects - Staffing Management Plan Building a project team Managing resource availability Reviewing the assignment cycle Resolving resource overallocation Planning Projects - Cost Components, Baseline, and Consolidated Schedules Developing components of the Cost Management Planning processes Working with the baseline in projects and programs or master schedules Improving the Collaboration in the Project Sites Creating the Project Sites Developing components of the Risk Management Plan and Issues Tracking Linking planning documents Additional apps and customization Executing Projects Understanding executing processes Managing resources using Build Team and other features Working with timesheets Reporting administrative time Configuring personal settings Monitoring and Controlling Projects - Tracking Task and Project Progress Understanding the Monitoring and Controlling processes Task progress and updates in PWA including considerations for different tracking methods Task progress and updates in Project Professional 2013 Monitor and Control Projects - Measuring Performance and Reporting Progress Understanding status reports Reviewing performance metrics and progress reports Taking advantage of preloaded reports at the Business Intelligence Center Considerations for defining custom reports Closing Projects Reviewing the closing processes and closing tasks to updates Supporting the closing process

Project Management Fundamentals for IT Projects: Virtual In-House Training A number of factors impact the new project manager's role within IT - for instance, the need to fully integrate IT into the business improvement process and the advent of distributed technology and Business Process Reengineering. As a result, the range of activities required of a new project manager has greatly increased, as well as the range of people with whom he or she interacts. This workshop enables you to minimize the problems inherent in managing a systems development project. What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Articulate the benefit of using a project management methodology, processes, and various life cycles for IT projects Articulate on various standards and maturity models that provide benefits to performing organizations that manage IT projects Describe governance, gating, and the processes required for project origination Conduct a stakeholder analysis and describe its benefits throughout the project life cycle Gather good requirements, develop a work breakdown structure (WBS), and establish a baseline project plan Execute against the baseline project plan while managing change and configuration items Monitor and control the project activities using the baseline project plan and earned value management concepts Close the project by conducting scope verification, procurement audits, gathering lessons learned, archiving project records, and releasing resources Getting Started Course goal Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts Key definitions and concepts Methodologies, processes, and project life cycles Project success factors and the benefits of standards and models Project Originating and Initiating Originating projects Initiating projects Planning Stakeholder Engagement and Resource Management Planning stakeholder engagement Planning human resources management Developing effective leadership skills Planning Scope and Quality Management Planning project scope Planning project quality Planning Schedule Management Planning project time Identifying schedule activities Sequencing schedule activities Estimating activity resources and time Developing project schedule Optimizing the project schedule Planning Risk and Cost Management Planning for project risks Planning project costs Estimating project costs Developing a project budget Planning Communication and Procurement Management Planning project communications Planning project procurements Project Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing Project executing Project monitoring and controlling Project closing

Portfolio Management Skills: Virtual In-House Training The main purpose of this workshop is to equip and enable people in a portfolio management office and PMO to effectively and efficiently support the Executive Leadership and Operational Management to plan, implement, manage, and evolve portfolio management in their organization. There is a deliberate focus on preparing you to become a strong and effective change advocate for meaningful portfolio management that delivers objective measurements of benefit contribution towards the strategic objectives to lead, manage, and continuously improve portfolio management governance, processes, and frameworks with and through the direction of a portfolio practice, principles, and delivery boards. What you Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Articulate the benefits of portfolio management Link the initiatives in an organization with its strategic objectives Participate in the introduction of portfolio management in an organization Create or improve the portfolio governance structure Lead the inventory of ongoing and new initiatives Assist the executives in the prioritization of initiatives through the use of Multi-criteria Analysis and other selection tools Support the executives in balancing the portfolio based on the optimal use of resources and priorities Create a portfolio delivery plan Define thresholds and variance reporting criteria Assist the executives and the financial team in the definition of Stage Gate Funding Lead the Stage Gate reviews Analyze the benefits that are being realized by the initiatives Foundation Concepts Definitions Benefits of Portfolio Management Objectives of Portfolio Management Portfolio Life Cycles Governing the Portfolio Portfolio Governance structure Roles and responsibilities Initial activities when starting portfolio management Prioritizing Initiatives Prioritize purpose Multi-Criteria Analysis Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) Strategic alignment Balancing the Portfolio Allocating resources and budgets Communicating decisions of initiatives status Planning the Portfolio Planning review cycles Using Stage Gate Funding Setting thresholds and variance reporting Tool examples Managing the Portfolio Delivery Project and Program Life Cycles Stage Gate Reviews Loop back to Prioritize, Balance and Plan Interaction with the Portfolio Delivery Board Project, Program and Functional Managers' roles and responsibilities