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This course will teach you the key aspects of leadership, communication, and team-building. This course is suitable for anyone who wants to become a better manager, supervisor, or leader and advance their career prospects.

Innovation Project Management: A Practitioners Approach In today's fast-changing world, we need leadership and project management more than ever to increase innovation. Leadership is an important part of innovation project management. Innovation project management is an area that is new in thought and will need to increase awareness in this area as leaders to move the next generation of project leaders and into future success. Project management creates many innovative products and services. The complexity of innovation project management will make it important to continue to educate and train current and future project managers. New thought process needed to innovate A practitioner's experience working in innovation project management Leadership to create innovation in project management

Digital Transformation: Challenges and Opportunities With the digital transformation around us, the world is witnessing the Fourth Industrial Revolution. What makes it different? It comes with a profound change in how we live, work and interact with each other. It's diffusing at an unprecedented, exponential speed and at a large scale, nationally and globally. And, it is penetrating all industries and blurring the lines between the physical, digital and biological worlds. Organizations need to take ownership and lead the change, otherwise they will be out of business. The most important challenge is the type of leadership and talent needed to deal with this transformation. Project Management plays a vital role as it's the main driver for the change. Without the right skills, failure is inevitable. What is digital transformation? The new capabilities required for the transformation The Power of Execution

Using Design Thinking to Drive Innovation A new kind of leadership and thinking is required if innovation is the goal. The Design Thinking approach allows us to address a wide range of complex challenges, using a human-centered perspective towards solving a problem. The Design Thinking creative methods enable organizational change, combining what is desirable from a user point of view with what is economically viable and technologically feasible to create a better future for customers. However, Design Thinking is not another process, delivery framework or set of steps that needs to be followed; it requires a change of individual mindset and organizational culture. By sharing personal experience, Denis Vukosav will provide insights on how to encourage change and use Design Thinking to successfully drive innovation in an organization. Additionally, some of the key Design Thinking challenges on the innovation journey will be discussed and ways to resolve them will be suggested. Assess the benefits of the Design Thinking approach Recognize the challenges of innovation and ways to overcome them Identify leadership styles required for managing Design Thinking organizations

Using Design Thinking to Drive Innovation A new kind of leadership and thinking is required if innovation is the goal. The Design Thinking approach allows us to address a wide range of complex challenges, using a human-centered perspective towards solving a problem. The Design Thinking creative methods enable organizational change, combining what is desirable from a user point of view with what is economically viable and technologically feasible to create a better future for customers. However, Design Thinking is not another process, delivery framework or set of steps that needs to be followed; it requires a change of individual mindset and organizational culture. By sharing personal experience, Denis Vukosav will provide insights on how to encourage change and use Design Thinking to successfully drive innovation in an organization. Additionally, some of the key Design Thinking challenges on the innovation journey will be discussed and ways to resolve them will be suggested. Assess the benefits of the Design Thinking approach Recognize the challenges of innovation and ways to overcome them Identify leadership styles required for managing Design Thinking organizations

Leading in a Disruptive Age: Don´t Just Manage Projects ... Lead Them How can a leader in today's organization get the right mix across teams, leadership, and the culture that binds them together? This session will cover the latest trends in what drives teams, the disconnects between leaders and their teams, and considerations for building a winning project culture that drives value to both the customer and organization across factors of people, process, and technology. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

Conscious Grateful Leadership The 5 C's are the foundation of Grateful Leadership, and #1 is Consciousness. This presentation focuses on Conscious Grateful Leadership as a purpose-driven practice, leading to engagement, initiation and retention. It is adopted by business leaders who are willing to be or to become aware-through their own consciousness, mindfulness, vulnerability and authenticity - of the unique attributes and contributions of all team members and to express their appreciation for these as merited. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

Know Your Leadership Compass Business leaders, managers, and directors may be brilliant leaders in one situation and may not have the same results in another. Management gurus agree: Anyone can lead, but not everyone can be a successful leader. The previously embraced command-and-control techniques are increasingly ineffective. Today's business environment demands leaders to be alert, agile, enterprising, and skilled in the art of diplomacy. As a leader, it's imperative to articulate who you are, what you stand for, and why you're excited to lead your team. Are these areas you feel you need to develop? If so, join us for this session on developing your 'Leadership Compass' - a roadmap to leading with passion and purpose. It is a highly interactive, reflective process that sets a path to transformational leadership. You will receive navigational direction to support others as you assert your leadership maturity and learn how your thinking and behavior impacts the way you lead others. Identify your leadership foundation Understand value-based leadership and align your actions accordingly Develop, communicate, and leading with a compelling vision Learn how to lead others and build collaboration, teamwork, and trust Regulate the organizational temperature so you and others are motivated to do their best

Unleash Your Project Meeting Potential Project managers spend a significant amount of time leading meetings but rarely leverage these valuable opportunities to their full potential. Instead, meetings provide the greatest source of anxiety, frustration and stress. Meetings fail to produce optimal results; participants feel that their time isn't valued; and project managers often miss opportunities to advance initiatives or demonstrate skills in leadership and communication. High-functioning meetings drive value, build collaborative relationships, and successfully move organizational priorities forward. As project managers, we need to take accountability for maximizing these opportunities to achieve successful outcomes and meet the needs of our stakeholders. In this session, we'll focus on key activities, a practical methodology, and best practices that you can adopt to consistently and skillfully plan, lead and follow up on effective meetings. You'll walk away with actionable steps that they can be implemented immediately to unleash your own meeting potential.b What You Will Learn: A mindset shift around how you think about and approach meetings to strengthen key skills, build collaborative relationships, and be recognized for your leadership Standardized methodology to consistently plan, lead and follow up on high-functioning, effective meetings for all of your projects Highly actionable steps and best practices that you can implement right away and set yourself up for success

**Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Up - CPD Accredited Course - Free Certificate** Starting your own business can seem daunting, but with the right tools and knowledge, the journey becomes far more manageable. Our Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Up Course provides you with everything you need to lay the foundation for a successful business, no matter the industry. Learn how to navigate the complexities of starting a business, from identifying a solid idea to establishing your brand and managing operations. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to tackle the challenges that every entrepreneur faces with confidence. This course doesn't just cover the theory; it ensures you're prepared for the challenges of the business world. With a focus on practical knowledge, you'll gain the ability to develop your business strategy, understand the financial aspects of running a company, and learn the art of managing growth effectively. Whether you're working on your first business venture or refining an existing idea, this course offers the essential insights to help you succeed in a competitive market. Ready to dive into the world of entrepreneurship? Let’s help you turn that idea into something real—without any fluff, just pure business know-how. Key Features: The key features of Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Up: This Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Up Course is CPD Accredited FREE PDF + Hardcopy certificate Fully online, interactive course Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet and smartphone-friendly 24/7 Learning Assistance Discounts on bulk purchases of Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Up Course Course Curriculum: The Course Curriculum of Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Up Course: Module 01: Introduction to Entrepreneurship Module 02: Idea Generation and Opportunity Recognition Module 03: Business Planning and Strategy Development Module 04: Market Analysis and Customer Insights Module 05: Financial Planning and Management Module 06: Legalities and Business Structure Module 07: Sales, Marketing, and Branding Module 08: Operational Management and Logistics Module 09: Team Building and Leadership Module 10: Challenges, Risks, and Crisis Management Module 11: Digital Tools and Resources for Entrepreneurs Module 12: Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship Module 13: Networking, Mentoring, and Growth Learning Outcomes of Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Up: Identify entrepreneurial opportunities and foster innovative idea generation for Entrepreneurship success. Develop strategic business plans, integrating market analysis and customer insights. Master financial planning, ensuring effective resource management for sustainable growth. Navigate legalities and choose optimal business structures for long-term viability. Excel in sales, marketing, and branding strategies to drive business visibility. Cultivate operational efficiency, build strong teams, and lead with effective leadership. Accreditation This Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Up course is CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Certificate After completing this Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Up course, you will get a FREE Digital Certificate from Training Express. CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Aspiring entrepreneurs can enroll this Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Up course Individuals seeking comprehensive knowledge on Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Up. Professionals interested in mastering legal aspects and optimal business and entrepreneurship structures. Marketing enthusiasts aiming to excel in sales, entrepreneurship, and brand development. Leaders and team builders eager to strengthen team dynamics, leadership and entrepreneurship skills. Career path Entrepreneur or Business Owner Marketing and Sales Manager Financial Analyst or Manager Operations Manager Legal Consultant for Businesses Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship Consultant Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Once you've successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a FREE digital certificate. Hard copy certificate Hard copy certificate - Included Also, you can have your FREE printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99 in the UK). For all international addresses outside of the United Kingdom, the delivery fee for a hardcopy certificate will be only £10. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.