Managing Benefits™ Practitioner Managing Benefits™ provides generally applicable guidance encompassing benefits management principles, practices, and techniques. The purpose of the Practitioner-level qualification is to confirm whether you have achieved sufficient understanding of how to apply and tailor the Managing Benefits guidance and, specifically, the principles, practices, techniques, roles, and documentation in a scenario situation. A Practitioner candidate should, with suitable support, be able to plan, implement, sustain, and measure benefits management while adapting to different organizational environments. You should also be able to: Identify activities that should be undertaken during each of the practices of the Benefits Management Cycle, together with the accountabilities and responsibilities of each of the defined roles Evaluate examples of benefits management information (documents) Analyse the solutions adopted in relation to a given scenario This course will prepare you to take and pass the Practitioner exam, which is held on the afternoon of the second day. Using APMG-provided sample exam papers and additional project case studies, you will learn how to apply what you've learned during the Foundation course and how to approach the scenario-based Practitioner exam, which is aimed at testing your ability to apply Managing Benefits in an actual project environment (via simulated case study). What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Plan for the implementation of benefits management Select appropriate strategies to sustain and measure progress Select and adapt principles, practices, and techniques to suit different organizational environments Identify activities that should be undertaken during each of the practices of the Benefits Management Cycle together with the accountabilities and responsibilities of each of the defined roles Evaluate examples of benefits management information (documents) Analyse the solutions adopted in relation to a given scenario Improve your ability to pass the APMG Managing Benefits Practitioner Certification exam Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Overview and Principles Review Managing Benefits Practices Managing Benefits Practitioner Exam Preparation Practitioner Exam Briefing Review of and practice with APMG sample questions and test papers Sample project case study scenarios to apply the concepts in practice and deepen the learning Sample Practitioner Exam Debrief Results from Sample Practitioner Exam APMG Managing Benefits Practitioner Exam
Change Management Practitioner A successful Practitioner candidate should, with suitable direction, be able to start applying the Change Management™ approaches and techniques to a real change initiative; however, s/he may not be sufficiently skilled to do this appropriately for all situations. His/her individual Change Management expertise, complexity of the change initiative, and the support provided for the use of Change Management approaches in their work environment will all be factors that impact what the Practitioner can achieve. This course will further develop some of the knowledge of Change Management learned during the Foundation certification. You will consider what learning is required and how best to design and deliver it. Then the course will provide an understanding of how Change Management fits into the project management environment. A major challenge with change is making it stick. The course will show how to sustain change by understanding the levers for change, models of adoption, and reinforcing systems. This course also prepares you for the APMG Change Management Practitioner exam. Given that a primary course goal is to achieve the Practitioner Certification, daily homework assignments and practice exams will be provided. The Practitioner-level exam is taken at the end of the second day of the Traditional Classroom course. What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Understand the key principles in defining what is to be learned by all involved in a change initiative Describe the project environment in which change is governed and delivered Understand the organizational 'levers', adoption approaches, and reinforcing systems typically used to sustain change Improve your ability to pass the APMG Change Management Practitioner Certification exam Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Learning and Change Defining and managing the required learning to enable change The Project Management Environment Understanding the project environment Identifying key roles Developing a change delivery plan Sustaining Change How levers enable the adoption of change Types of levers (Environmental levers, Leadership levers, and Organizational Development levers) Models of adoption and reinforcing systems APMG Change Management Practitioner Exam Preparation Review of and practice with APMG sample questions and test papers APMG Change Management Practitioner Exam Traditional Classroom: The exam is taken and submitted to APMG for marking. Virtual Classroom: The exam is scheduled by the Participant and taken subsequent to the course.
PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation PRINCE2 Agile® provides structure, governance, and control when working with agile concepts, methods, and techniques. It is a solution combining the flexibility and responsiveness of Agile with the clearly defined framework of PRINCE2. PRINCE2 Agile® framework covers a wide range of agile concepts, including SCRUM, Kanban, and Lean Startup. The PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation certificate is designed to help professionals deliver agile projects by tailoring PRINCE2® management controls with a broad toolset of agile delivery techniques and frameworks. PRINCE2 Agile® is an extension module tailored for forward-thinking organizations and individuals already benefiting from PRINCE2®. It provides further guidance on how to apply agile methods to the world's most recognized project management method. The purpose of the Practitioner qualification is to demonstrate that you can apply and tailor PRINCE2 Agile® in a scenario situation. What you will Learn Understand the key aspects of PRINCE2® Understand basic concepts behind common agile ways of working Demonstrate the purpose of combining PRINCE2® with agile Be able to fix and flex the aspects of a project in an agile context Apply the PRINCE2® principles and tailor the themes, processes, and management products to a project in an agile context Incorporate the areas that can support a PRINCE2 Agile® implementation To prepare Participants for the PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation exam Benefits Agile methods allow organizations to realize the benefits of products and potentially an earlier return on investment while products are being developed and improved. Improved communication through the use of common terminology across PRINCE2® and agile disciplines. Develop a clear definition of how agile can govern a project's delivery, while PRINCE2® governs projects as a whole. Seamless integration: PRINCE2 Agile® will complementPMBOK® GuideandAPM Body of Knowledge®just as PRINCE2® does currently. It will also be of interest for Program Managers with MSP® who need to understand how projects relate to the delivery mechanism. The most up-to-date and relevant view of Agile project management methodologies, PRINCE2 Agile® references the 'flow-based' working featured in Kanban in addition to other agile concepts not covered in other qualifications. Introduction - Getting Started Part 1 An overview of PRINCE2 Agile Overview Blending PRINCE2 and Agile What to fix and what to flex Part 2 Agile behaviors ad the PRINCE2 Principles Agile and the PRINCE2 Themes Part 3 Focus areas Agile and the PRINCE2 Processes Examination preparation Examination. Summary - What did we learn, and how can we implement this in our work environment?
Management of Risk (M_o_R®) Practitioner The M_o_R® Practitioner course has been designed to provide learners with the opportunity to practice the practical application of the M_o_R method and covers the twelve M_o_R principles: Approach, Process and the basic techniques essential to managing risks using the M_o_R guidance. The purpose of the M_o_R Practitioner qualification is to confirm that the learner has achieved sufficient understanding of how to apply and tailor M_o_R in a scenario situation. What you will Learn At the end of the M_o_R Practitioner course, learners will gain competencies in: M_o_R framework (principles, approach based on risk documentation, process steps, and embedding and reviewing M_o_R principles Outline of M_o_R approach documents (including policy, process guide, and risk communications plan) Risk identification, assessment, and control Embedding and reviewing M_o_R M_o_R organizational perspectives (strategic, program, project, operational) Benefits The M_o_R Practitioner course offers a wide-ranging set of guidelines that will help in the management of risk in a project or program environment. It will help prepare learners for the M_o_R Practitioner Exam. They will feel more confident in approaching risk management after attending the course and will be aware of the use of different techniques that can assist in this task, including: Improved basis for effective strategy formation Reduced time spent fire-fighting and fewer unwelcome surprises Increased likelihood of successful change initiative outcomes Closer internal focus on doing the right things properly Increase in efficient use of resources waste and fraud Better management of contingency resources M_o_R roles and responsibilities M_o_R health check M_o_R maturity model Risk specialisms (including business continuity management) Introduction Introduction to the course What is a risk? What is risk management? Why is risk management so important? Basic risk definitions The development of knowledge about risk management Corporate governance and internal control Where and when should risk management be applied? M_o_R Principles The purpose of M_o_R principles Aligns with objectives Fits the context Engages stakeholders Provides clear guidance Informs decision-making Facilitates continual improvement Creates a supportive culture Achieves measurable value Risk management maturity models M_o_R Approach Relationship between the documents Risk management policy Risk management process guide Risk management strategy Risk register Issue register Risk response plan Risk improvement plan Risk communications plan M_o_R Process Common process barriers Identify - contexts Identify - the risks Assess - estimate Assess - evaluate Plan Implement Communication throughout the process M_o_R Perspectives Strategic perspective Programme perspective Project perspective Operational perspective Risk Specialisms Business continuity management Incident and crisis management Health and Safety management Financial risk management Environmental risk management Reputational risk management Contract risk management
Better Business Cases™ Foundation Better Business Cases™ is based on the Five Case Model - which is the UK government's best practice approach to structuring spending proposals and making effective business decisions. Using this best practice approach will allow organizations to reduce unnecessary spending and improve the decision-making process which gives you a greater chance of securing necessary funding and support for initiatives. The goal of the foundation course is to enable participants to work effectively with a team to develop a strong business case in their work environment. What You Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Describe the philosophy and the underlying rationale of the Five Case Model Identify different types of business case, their purpose, who is responsible for them Recognize when the different types are required in the development of a spending proposal Develop the business case in relation to other recognized and recommended best practices for programme and project management Overview of the Five Case Model Five key components of a business case and the order in which they are presented Three key stages in the development of a spending proposal Definition of a programme / project and the key differences between programmes and projects Purpose of a Business Justification Case (BJC) and in what circumstances it should be considered Purpose of a Strategic Outline Case (SOC) Purpose of an Outline Business Case (OBC) Purpose of a Full Business Case (FBC) Relationship between policies, strategies, programmes, and projects and their deliverables Developing the Strategic Case Purpose and core content of a Strategic Case Purpose of SMART robust spending objectives and the key objectives for spend: economy, efficiency, effectiveness, re-procurement, and statutory or regulatory compliance Four main categories of benefits criteria and the parties involved in their development Three key categories of risk Purpose of identifying constraints and dependencies Difference between direct and indirect benefits Developing the Economic Case Purpose and core content of an Economic Case Purpose of critical success factors and the key critical success factors based upon the Five Case Model Purpose of the long list options and how to generate options and undertake SWOT analysis Minimum of four short-list options, how they are derived, and what they should include (Reference Project / Public Sector Comparator [PSC]) Difference between the preferred way forward and the preferred option Purpose, objectives, key participants, and outputs of Workshop Stage 2 - identifying and assessing the options Rules that should be followed for the treatment of costs and benefits Key differences between economic appraisals and financial appraisals Factors considered when selecting the preferred option Developing the Commercial Case Purpose and core content of a Commercial Case Guiding principles when apportioning risk between the contractual parties Purpose of payment mechanisms Purpose of Step 9 in the development framework: Contracting for the deal Developing the Financial Case Purpose and core content of a Financial Case The financial statements required for all projects The possible impacts to consider Developing the Management Case Purpose and core content of a Management Case Purpose of a programme / project management strategy, framework, and plan Purpose of a change management strategy, framework, and plan Purpose of a benefits realization strategy, framework, and register / plan Purpose of a risk management strategy, framework and register / plan Purpose of a post programme / project evaluation strategy, framework, and plan
Management of Value (MoV®) Foundation This interactive MoV® Foundation course provides a modular and case-study-driven approach to learning Management of Value (MoV). The core knowledge is structured and comprehensive; and well-rounded modules cover the methodology and various techniques. A case study is used to help appreciate the relevance of MoV in its practical application. What you will Learn Upon completion of an MoV course candidates should be able to discuss and explain: The main processes and techniques used within MoV and the reasons for using them How MoV may be applied at portfolio, program, project and operational levels The differences in applying MoV at different stages in a project and the expected outputs from a MoV Study at each stage The circumstances under which MoV should be used The concept of value and how value may be improved The main benefits arising from the use of MoV Approaches for implementing MoV How to respond to external and internal influences The principles of embedding MoV into an organization The key topics in document checklists, the toolbox, health check, organizational maturity and individual competence. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Organize and contribute constructively to a Management of Value (MoV) Study Demonstrate a knowledge of MoV principles, processes, approach and environment Analyse a company, program or project to establish its organizational value; includes identification and weighting of Value Drivers Pass the AXELOS MoV Foundation Examination Introduction to value management and MoV Value and Value Management Capabilities, Outcomes, Benefits and Disbenefits What is Value? What is Management of Value (MoV)? Why use MoV? Where use MoV? When MoV should be used? What using MoV involve? Selected MoV benefits Relationship with other AXELOS Global Best Practices and Models How MoV fits with other AXELOS Global Best Practice Guides MoV principles Align with organization's objectives Focus on functions and required outcomes Balance the variables to maximise value Apply throughout the investment decision Tailor MoV to suit the subject Learn from experience and improve Assign clear roles and responsibilities and build a supportive culture MoV processes Frame the programme or project Gather information Analyse information Process information Evaluate and select Develop Value Improving Proposals Implement and share outputs MoV techniques Function Analysis Function Analysis System Technique (FAST) Traditional (or classic) FAST Technical FAST Customer FAST Value Trees Measuring value Value profiling (a.k.a. value benchmarking) Simple multi-attribute rating technique (a.k.a. SMART) Value index Value metrics Value for money (VfM) ratio Value Engineering / Analysis Common techniques used in MoV Analysis of information Benchmarking Process Mapping Root Cause Analysis Discounted Cash Flow Analysis Generating Ideas Brainstorming Evaluation and option selection Option Selection Matrix Idea selection Allocation to Categories Idea Selection Matrix Weighting techniques Paired Comparisons Points Distribution Developing VIPs Developing Proposals Cost Benefit Analysis Building Decisions Implementing VIPs Implementation Plans Feedback Following up Tracking Benefits Approach to Implementation Generic approach to MoV implementation Plan the MoV activities Understand and articulate value Prioritize value Improve value Quantify value Monitor improvements in value Learn lessons Environmental factors Portfolio Considerations Programme considerations Project considerations Operational Considerations Embedding MoV into an organization Benefits of Embedding MoV into an organization MoV Policy MoV Policy Composition Embedding MoV into an organisation Key steps Suggested MoV Management Structure Overcoming barriers We do it anyway It takes up too much time We can't afford to make the changes What's in it for me? Don't fix it if it ain't broke Fixed returns on investment MoV products Briefing Meeting Agenda (A.1) Communications Checklist (A.2) Equipment list for an Effective Study/Workshop (A.3) Invitation to join the Study Team (A.4) Option Evaluation Matrix (A.5) Plan the Study (A.6) Recording Idea Selection (A.7) Reporting Study outputs (A.8) Scoping the Study (A.9) Study or Workshop Handbook (A.10) Value-Improvement Proposal Forms (A.11) Value Improvement Tracking Report (A.12) MoV toolbox MoV health check and maturity model P3M3 Maturity Model MoV Maturity Model (aligned with P3M3)
Launch your Detailing Career. Level One Motorbike is ideal for those just about to enter the detailing industry, or those who wish to reset, update and refresh their skills. The aim is to familiarise the candidate with the processes and maintenance of vehicles from a professional and business view for a new detailing career, teaching the foundations of correct vehicle cleaning up to the final familiarisation of entry-level dual-action machine polishers. Business practices and health and safety are explored covering areas such as pricing, marketing, target clientele, SDS and environmental conformity. This is much more than just a 'how to wash a vehicle' course, and gives your business the best possible start, optimising it for success. The aim of Level One Motorbike is ideal for those just about to, or have recently entered the motorbike detailing industry, or those who wish to reset and refresh their skills with a focus exclusively on motorbikes. The aim is to familiarise the candidate with the processes and maintenance of two-wheeled vehicles from a professional and business view, teaching the foundations of correct vehicle cleaning up to the final familiarisation of entry-level dual-action machine polishers. Business practices and health and safety are explored covering areas such as pricing, marketing, SDS and environmental conformity. The Level 1 Course is available as a motorbike focused, or alternatively our standard vehicle course. Alternatively, candidates can book an additional day on Motorcycle Detailing as a bolt-on to an automotive Level 1 Course here if they would like to learn both sets of skills. Along the way topics covered will be: Washing stages Wash media Environmental considerations Drying methods Bonded contamination and its removal Wheel care and maintenance Glass and hard surfaces Engine bay cleaning Vulnerable surfaces Efficiency and process PPE and safety Clothing and working practices Risk assessment Chemical knowledge Van set-ups Interior detailing Leather and soft surface care Fillers/glazing Dual action machine polishers intro Minor defect identification Paint types LSPs Final presentation Marketing Conflict resolution and customer care Financing Insurance Pricing and quotes Business Administration Memberships Social Media Manual handling Safe working practices Pre-work inspection All levels are accompanied by a full course booklet to jog your memory when needed. Practical assessment takes place as part of the original training session, at the end of the course you will be assigned a (manageable) series of case studies and exercises to complete over the period of 3 months to cement the knowledge. There is then a short externally assessed exam prior to the optional commencement of Level Two, to ensure there are no weak areas. After which the Level One accreditation is awarded and you can either progress or choose to practice the skills gained with ongoing support. Course Length 3 Days (0930 - 1600) Group Size One-to-One Location UK Detailing Academy, 2 Purlieus Barn, Ewen, Cirencester, GL7 6BY Experience / Qualification Open to all Refreshments or Lunch Refreshments included
The IRATA Level 1 is the entry level into the rope access industry. An IRATA Level 1 technician will be able to perform a range of rope access manoeuvres and have an understanding of the current legislation. An IRATA Level 1 is required to be supervised by an IRATA Level 3 technician.
Course Information In today's evolving landscape, pharmacovigilance (PV) systems face ongoing challenges due to global, national, and company-specific events. This course focuses on developing personnel equipped to navigate these complexities and improve the safe use of medicinal products. We emphasise continuous global thinking, communication, and strategic planning, ensuring adaptability across various levels. The course explores maintaining PV system functionality while adhering to regulatory requirements. Participants will apply European regulatory standards to enhance and sustain PV system effectiveness, contributing to improvement initiatives and ensuring operational integrity. The course covers PV system intricacies, regulatory compliance, and a 'systems approach' for auditors, quality assurance personnel, and PV practitioners. Through presentations and workshops, attendees gain insights into implementing and maintaining an effective PV system. Who should attend? Auditors Pharmacovigilance Quality System Managers Pharmacovigilance scientists The QPPV. Course benefits Throughout the course delegates will explore application of the legal requirements for the PV system and quality system and how to assure these systems. They will demonstrate their ability to contribute to: A systematic investigation of the pharmacovigilance system and its quality system Examination of how the pharmacovigilance system and quality system interact to achieve compliance. The risk-based approach to auditing the PV system and quality system The maintenance of 'inspection readiness' Explore how to investigate the complex PV system Discussions about how to monitor and maintain the PV system and assure compliance. Course Objectives Clarify what has to be done: Explore application of the legal requirements. Explore how to do what has to be done: Adopt a systemic approach to systematically investigate or implement and maintain the PV system and quality system Examine how a compliant PV system and a compliant quality system interact to achieve compliance with regulatory requirements for PV Explore how to investigate the complexity of the PV system. Discus how to identify what is missing or what needs to be improved: Discuss how to monitor and maintain the PV system and assure compliance. This course will assist delegates with: An understanding of key system principles, A practical approach to implementing, maintaining and monitoring the PV system and its quality system A procedure to share expertise to increase efficiency and confidence. This course is structured to encourage delegates to: Discuss and develop ideas - Share knowledge and experiences - Solve specific problems. By the end of the course delegates will be able to: Understand better the pharmacovigilance system, its quality system and how the components interact to achieve the objectives of pharmacovigilance Investigate, and analyse the pharmacovigilance system and to identify what is missing and what needs to be improved. Tutors Tutors will be comprised of (click the photos for biographies): Jana Hyankova Head of PV Department, IVIGEE Services a.s. Programme Please note timings may be subject to alteration. Day 1 08:30 Welcome, registration, course objectives and introduction to work groups Housekeeping notices, meet other delegates, explore how to work in your work group, course objectives. Clarify the definition and objectives of Pharmacovigilance. 09:30 The Regulatory Framework for Pharmacovigilance Identify the relevant regulations and directives. Explore GVP guidance, structure of the modules and standard format of each module. 10:00 The Pharmacovigilance System Exploration of how to organise what has to be done, communications. Exploration of the structures and processes for pharmacovigilance. 10:30 Break 11:00 Workshop 1 and Feedback Exploring an organisational model of the pharmaceutical company- cooperation between PV and other stakeholders. 12:00 The Quality System for pharmacovigilance Exploration of the structures, processes for the PV quality system and discussion of how it interacts with the pharmacovigilance system to meet the objectives of pharmacovigilance effectively and efficiently. 13:00 Lunch 14:00 Workshop 2 and Feedback The quality system puzzle. Explore the organisation of the PV quality system and how it interacts with the PV system. 14:30 The Quality System for pharmacovigilance Exploration of the structures processes for the PV quality system and discussion of how it interacts with the pharmacovigilance system to meet the objectives of pharmacovigilance effectively and efficiently. 15:00 Description of PV System 15:30 Break 15:30 Workshop 3 and Feedback The quality system puzzle Explore the organisation of the PV quality system and how it interacts with the PV system. 16:00 The Pharmacovigilance Safety Master File Construction of the Pharmacovigilance System Master File and its purpose. 17:00 Workshop 3 and Feedback Description of PV System. 18:00 End of Day Day 2 08:30 Drug Safety in the Clinical Trial Environment - Part 1 Information flow and responsibilities of the sponsor. 09:30 Workshop 4 and Feedback Drug Safety in the Clinical Trial environment: Information flow and responsibilities of the sponsor. 10:30 Break 11:00 Drug Safety in the Clinical Trial Environment - Part 2 Information flow and responsibilities of the sponsor. 12:00 Lunch 13:00 Workshop 5 and Feedback Drug Safety in the clinical trial environment: Information flow and responsibilities of the sponsor. 13:30 Processing of Safety Data Exploration of safety data processing, verification, validation, follow up, formatting and collation, reporting requirements, quality and data management. 15:00 Break 15:30 EudraVigilance Exploration of how EudraVigilance supports the PV system. 16:15 Signal Detection and Evaluation/Risk Benefit Assessment: Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC): What is a signal? What are the regulatory requirements? How is signal detection and evaluation conducted? Qualitative and quantitative methods of signal detection. Risk benefit assessment. 17:00 Risk Management Plans A cornerstone of Pharmacovigilance safety communications, direct healthcare professional communication 18:00 End of Day Day 3 08:30 The Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) Exploration of how good practice is achieved. Composition, role and responsibilities. Examples of referrals. 09:15 Development Safety Update Reports (DSURs): Regulatory requirements, exploring good practice, report format, reference safety information, schedule of submission, analysis evaluations and distribution. 10:00 Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs)/Periodic Benefit Risk Evaluation Reports (PBRERs) Regulatory requirements, exploring good practice, report format, reference safety information, schedule of submission, analysis evaluations and distribution. 10:30 Break 11:00 Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs)/Periodic Benefit Risk Evaluation Reports (PBRERs) Regulatory requirements, exploring good practice, report format, reference safety information, schedule of submission, analysis evaluations and distribution. 12:00 Workshop 6 and Feedback To explore the compilation and submission of the PSUR. 13:00 Lunch 13:30 Role of the QPPV Exploration of the legal responsibilities of the QPPV and the MAH. 14:30 Break 15:00 Workshop 7 and Feedback To explore the challenges faced by the QPPV. 15:30 End of course Extra Information Face-to-Face Course Course material This course will be run completely online. You will receive an email with a link to our online system, which will house your licensed course materials and access to the remote event. Please note this course will run in UK timezone. The advantages of this include: Ability for delegates to keep material on a mobile device< Ability to review material at any time pre and post course Environmental benefits – less paper being used per course Access to an online course group to enhance networking You will need a stable internet connection, a microphone and a webcam. CPD Points 23 Points Development Level Develop