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Decision Making and Problem Solving (Virtual) We may live in an era of fast technology and increasing reliance upon automation, but our human abilities to think critically, make careful decisions, and solve nuanced problems are more important than ever. Our personal lives depend on those things, and so do the lives of our organizations. Since business is now conducted at remarkable speeds, we put our organizations at great risk daily when we have weak competencies with decision-making and problem-solving. Decisions and solutions that are executed impulsively and without structured approaches can create more problems or make existing ones worse! This course aims to help participants improve their skills so they can execute well and add value to the workplace. Learners will experience multiple decision-making and problem-solving models, tools, and techniques meant for the real world. They will learn how to align their growing toolboxes with the right situational contexts so that they can transfer that skill to the workplace. They will also discover how indecision, cognitive bias, and default thought processes can create obstacles to effective decision-making and problem-solving. What you will Learn Recognize the importance of making a sound decision in a timely manner Infer types of cognitive biases and obstacles that impact decision-making Separate facts, requirements, ideas, and perceptions when making a decision or solving problems Apply structured decision-making and problem-solving approaches Conduct cause and effect and Force Field analyses Evaluate alternative solution methods using various techniques Analyze real world situations to determine the best aligned decision-making and problem-solving models, tools, and techniques Implement decision-making and problem-solving models, tools, and techniques Getting Started Foundation Concepts Contextualizing decisiveness and problem-solving Discriminating between decisiveness and problem-solving Understanding Decision-Making Decision-making challenges and impacts Key drivers of good decision-making Thought processes and obstacles Knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) Decision-Making Models and Supporting Tools Decision-making models, tools, and guidelines Tools to evaluate alternatives Translating requirements into action Problem-Solving Defining the problem Problem-solving models Cause and effect analysis Quick hit vs. innovative problem-solving Summary and Next Steps Course summary Personal action plan

A Psychology-led day retreat for parents and carers of children with learning disabilities and/or Autism in the beautiful Wye Valley. 9th October 2024 at Forest Retreats, Tintern, Monmouthshire, Wales.

Product Overview: Media and Art Diploma   Are you passionate about exploring the dynamic world of media and art? Are you eager to hone your creative skills and develop expertise in various digital mediums? Look no further than our comprehensive Media and Art Diploma program. This diploma is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in essential areas of media and artistry, equipping you with the tools and knowledge necessary to thrive in today's competitive creative industries.   Module 1: Introduction to Media and Art Embark on your journey into the vibrant realm of media and art. In this foundational module, you'll gain an understanding of the historical and contemporary context of media and art, exploring key concepts, theories, and practices. Delve into the diverse forms of artistic expression and learn how media influences culture and society. Module 2: Digital Photography Unlock the power of visual storytelling through the lens of digital photography. Whether you're a beginner or an enthusiast, this module will teach you the fundamentals of photography, including camera operation, composition techniques, lighting principles, and post-processing skills. Explore various genres and styles, from portrait and landscape photography to still life and documentary photography. Module 3: Videography Dive into the world of videography and learn how to craft compelling narratives through moving images. From scripting and storyboarding to shooting and editing, this module covers all aspects of video production. Master camera techniques, cinematography principles, and editing software to create professional-quality videos for a range of platforms and purposes. Module 4: Audio Production Unleash your creativity in the realm of audio production. Explore the art and science of sound, from recording and editing to mixing and mastering. Learn how to use industry-standard software and hardware to produce high-quality audio content, including music, podcasts, voiceovers, and sound effects. Develop your ear for sound design and learn to create immersive auditory experiences. Module 5: Graphic Design Discover the power of visual communication through graphic design. This module introduces you to the principles of design, typography, color theory, and layout. Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard design software as you create logos, posters, advertisements, and other visual assets. Explore the intersection of art and technology, and learn how to effectively convey messages and concepts through graphic imagery. Module 6: Motion Graphics and Animation Take your creativity to the next level with motion graphics and animation. Learn how to bring static images to life and create dynamic visual content for film, television, web, and mobile platforms. From motion graphics and kinetic typography to 2D and 3D animation, this module covers a range of techniques and tools to help you express your ideas with motion and movement.   Throughout the Media and Art Diploma program, you'll have the opportunity to work on hands-on projects, receive personalized feedback from industry professionals, and collaborate with peers in a supportive learning environment. Whether you aspire to pursue a career in photography, filmmaking, graphic design, animation, or multimedia production, this diploma will empower you to unleash your creative potential and make your mark in the world of media and art. Join us and embark on an inspiring journey of creativity, innovation, and expression. Course Curriculum Module 1_ Introduction to Media and Art Introduction to Media and Art 00:00 Module 2_ Digital Photography Digital Photography 00:00 Module 3_ Videography Videography 00:00 Module 4_ Audio Production Audio Production 00:00 Module 5_ Graphic Design Graphic Design 00:00 Module 6_ Motion Graphics and Animation Motion Graphics and Animation 00:00

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About this Training Course This 3 full-day course will provide insights into many aspects of operating the modern refinery as a business. This will include technical information on refining processes, crude oils and processing options, the place of the refinery in the value chain, refinery cost structure and management, optimization and profit margin, energy and oil loss reduction. This course will also address important management tools and techniques used for economic evaluations in refineries including future trends. This course will include presentations, simulations, a trading game, and exercises. This is an interactive session where participants can propose relevant topics upfront to discuss during class. This course can be further tailored for inexperienced or experienced personnel. Further customization can also include addressing a specific refinery, plant or unit. The option for post-course consultancy or help-desk support is also available. This course can also be offered through Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) format. Training Objectives By participating in this highly intensive course, participants will be able to: Understand the main functions in refining processes, configurations and its operating characteristics Analyse the choice of crude, processing options and desired products and product quality parameters Closely review refinery economics and planning, margins, costing & valuation including trading Apply the methodology of refinery optimization and product improvement Gain an application of analytical tools to refinery management, supply chain and their economic drivers Appreciate the current challenges, opportunities and future trends impacting the refining industry Target Audience This course will benefit all refinery technical personnel, operations' process engineers and process managers, technical services engineers and managers, refinery planners, newly-hired refinery personnel and current semi-technical personnel who require introductory training to acquire the broader perspective of refinery economics and supply. Course Level Basic or Foundation Trainer Your expert course leader is a passionate world-class expert with 35 years of international experience in Crude Oil, Refinery Planning and Masterplanning, Process Modelling, LP Modelling and Optimization Best Practices. He has a sound understanding of refinery processes and economics. After retiring from Shell in 2020, he is now a principal consultant for Crude Oil & Refinery Modelling. He enjoys dealing with challenging technical problems and opportunities to deliver value through practical solutions. He has a hands-on mentality, is flexible and builds strong relationship with clients. During his career, he coached many engineers and delivered countless inhouse and external courses on crude oil, hydrocracking and general refinery processes and economics at the Shell Open University and many other client locations. He authored and co-authored several publications and presentations at international conferences and has three patents to his name. He understands how to deliver outstanding services in sometimes difficult cultural and commercial situations, having worked for clients around the world. He works effectively in multi-disciplinary teams, has strong analytical and problem-solving skills as well as excellent consulting, facilitation and interpersonal and multilingual skills. He has an MSc in Chemical & Agricultural Engineering (cum laude) and a BSc in Chemical & Agricultural Engineering from the University Ghent, Belgium. He is currently the Principal Consultant for Crude Oil & Refinery Modeling at Petrogenium, the international, independent, technical consultancy in oil refining, petrochemicals, oil & gas production & renewable resources. POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

Child Psychology On the off chance that you work with or try to work with kids, having a fundamental comprehension of what drives them is significant, particularly in case you're an instructor. This interesting course will help you better comprehend the field of youngster brain science and train you all you'll require to know, to improve your comprehension of this energizing zone of study. Through 22 simple to-follow modules, your selected colleagues can rapidly get a handle on the better places of the critical speculations of this field. This online course will assist them with seeing how the brain changes from outset to youth, through immaturity and completely through the teen years into early adulthood. What's Covered in the Course? On the off chance that you or a colleague decide to examine this course, you can hope to cover the accompanying: A prologue to the speculations of conspicuous kid therapists and a comprehension of how they were created; The significance of Piaget's hypothesis of intellectual turn of events; The mental improvement of a kid from outset through to the teenager years; The actual improvement from birth through to youthful adulthood will be examined The main impacts, including society, in a youngster's social turn of events; The possibility of enthusiastic turn of events and how a youngster advances sincerely through youthfulness; The significance that connections play all through youth and how security, backing and love are connected; Confidence all through youth - when it's viewed as sound, when it very well may be unfortunate and how to construct solid confidence in little children; The most effective method to distinguish and manage social issues and what terrible conduct and direct problem is; A prologue to instructive brain science, the investigation of brain science as it identifies with training; Mental strategies for beating learning incapacities; What nourishment can mean for a youngster's mental turn of events, and why a sound eating routine is so significant; A clarification of how an individual changes actually, inwardly, behaviourally and intellectually, as they form into adulthood. What are the Benefits of the Course? There are a scope of advantages that any colleagues will acquire, in the wake of finishing this course. These include: Acquiring significant information that can assist with propelling your vocation in brain research; The capacity to learn at that point and from the spot that turns out best for you; Online help and admittance to the course materials every minute of every day; You can download the course materials onto practically any gadget; Acquiring an authorize affirmation for having effectively finished the course.

This half day course is designed for new treasurers, general trustees and management committee members or staff who work in smaller organisations to understand the basics of how to manage the finances within a voluntary or community organisation. It covers all the essential issues ranging from drawing up a budget to ensuring that the organisation has sound financial procedures.

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Become a financial crime prevention superhero with LGCA’s help! Pick up everything you need to know to join a company’s AML function and start fighting crime with your newfound knowledge and skills. The Certificate in AML provides participants with a thorough understanding of what constitutes Money Laundering (ML) and how financial institutions should respond to increasingly complex attempts by criminal individuals and entities to process proceedings from illegal activities in a manner that enables them to enjoy such illegal proceedings. Study method Online, self-paced Duration 25 hours Access to content 360 days Certification Certificate in Anti Money Laundering (AML) Additional info Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price Description About the Certificate Participants will investigate what is ML, what constitutes a risk-based approach in dealing with ML and the relevant policies and procedures that may be adopted by a financial institution as part of a coherent AML Strategy. In addition, participants will be provided with an overall assessment of international economic sanctions and how these are valuable tools in combating ML. The Certificate also offers participants, a practical perspective of how AML attempts have been formally incorporated and have led to the creation of legal frameworks that aim to prevent ML practices. The knowledge obtained by undertaking this Certificate is an invaluable asset for professionals that seek to enhance their career prospects in AML which is becoming an increasingly significant issue for financial institutions. Topics covered • Money laundering methods, techniques, red flags, key risk areas and compliance best practices & checklists • KYC and CDD: Beneficial ownership, money laundering risks in gatekeeper roles, politically exposed persons, and much more • Economic Sanctions and relevant frameworks • Vulnerabilities of Financial Institutions • Legal Framework for AML – A practical perspective • Case Studies and analysis Expected Learning Outcomes • Identify ML-related risks and dangers that need to be dealt with through a rigid AML strategy • Understand ML risk assessment and management and learn how to design a comprehensive AML risk-based approach • Review the relevant processes and procedures that need to be adopted as part of an AML strategy • Gain a practical perspective through a review of the relevant legal framework that covers AML • Understand the importance of sanctions and how these can be utilised as a tool to combat ML Format • Register at any time • Study in your own time and at your own pace (you have up to 3 months to complete the Certificate) • Assessed by an online multiple-choice exam What is included • 25 hours of self-paced online interactive learning including analysis of 5 practical case studies • 1-year free AGRC membership • Online Exam and AGRC Certificate Completion Requirements • Success in all the unit tests. Each unit is allocated two, three or four Multiple Choice questions (MCQs). In total 33 MCQs with a pass mark of 70% and an unlimited number of attempts. Each unit test is 10 minutes. • Success in the final test of 40 MCQs for the completion and award of the Certificate in Anti Money Laundering, issued by the Association of Governance, Risk and Compliance (AGRC). The pass mark is 70% and two attempts are permitted. The final test is 60 minutes. Who is this course for? Individuals who aspire to a career in AML, staff with specific anti-money laundering duties and staff working in financial services who want a comprehensive training in AML. No previous knowledge or experience is required although it is assumed that participants have good knowledge of English and a sound education background. Requirements No previous knowledge or experience is required though it is assumed that participants have good knowledge of English and sound educational background. Career path AML Officer, MLRO, Head of Back Office, Compliance Officer, Risk Manager, Manager, Director