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What do engineers and project managers need to know of finance? 'Nothing - leave it to the accountants!' No, no, no! Engineers must be conversant with the terminology and statements that accountants use. Technical expertise in projects, service delivery, production or other areas can only really be harnessed if the managers understand the accounting and reporting that drives businesses. This course gives the necessary understanding to project, production and technical managers. It develops their skills in understanding financial and management accounting. Accountants may not always like it but a major part of their work is to be the 'servants of business' and to gather, compile and present your figures. So you must understand the figures - they belong to you, your processes or projects. There are many reasons for maintaining accurate accounts. This course focuses on the strategic issues (those over-used words) - what figures reveal about the drivers of business and what they reveal about the day-to-day issues that accountants bother you with. The course will enhance your understanding of finance and of the accounting issues which affect your projects, production and technical areas of business. This course will help you: Understand the business world in figures - make sense of what the accountants are telling you Appreciate what drives business - and how this affects your role in your part of the business Relate your activities to the success of the business - through figures Gain the skills to advance in management - financial awareness is a 'must have' if you are to progress in your career 1 What do accountants do? The finance function, types of accountant, financial v management accounting and the treasury function Understanding the role of the finance function and how the information you provide may be used 2 The basic financial statements Balance sheets and income statements (P&L accounts) What they are, what they contain and above all what they can reveal - how to read them The accounting process - from transactions to financial statements What underpins the statements - accounting systems and internal controls 3 Why be in business - from a financial perspective The driving forces behind financial information Performance measures - profitability, asset utilisation, sales and throughput, managing capital expenditure 4 Accounting rules - accounting standards Accounting concepts and the accounting rules: accruals, 'going concern' - substance over form and other 'desirable qualities' Accruals - why the timing of a transaction is so important to the finance function Depreciation and amortisation - the concepts and practice Accounting standards - the role of International Financial Reporting Standards 5 Cash The importance of cash flow - working capital management Cash flow statements - monitoring overall cash flows Raising cash - levels of borrowing, gearing Spending cash - an outline of capital expenditure appraisal 6 Budgeting Why budget? - good and bad practice Determining why budgets play a key role and should not be simply an annual ritual Justifying your budgets - the link between the strategic plan and day-to-day budgeting - alignment of company culture Budgets as motivators - the importance of the right culture Techniques to improve budgeting - whether day-to-day or capital budgeting 7 Costing The type and detail of costing very much depends on your business - eg, manufacturing piston rings is quite different from the construction of a power plant Issues with overhead allocation Accounting for R&D 8 Reading financial statements Annual financial statements - why they are produced, what's in them and what you should look for Learning what a set of accounts reveals about a company's current situation, profitability and future prospects 9 Performance measurement - analytical reviews and ratio analysis ROI/ROCE Profitability, margins and cost control Sales - asset turnover Efficiency (asset / stock turnover, debtor / creditor days) 'City' measures Investment (interest / dividend cover, earnings per share, dividend yield)

Learn how to use Master Projects and Resource Pools to create better visibility across projects. Course overview Duration: 4 hours This course shows you how to create Master Projects allowing you to roll several sub projects into a master view. It also shows techniques to create resource pools to share resources between projects to enable you to better manage your resource teams and check resource loading. This half day course looks at how to practically do this and setup both elements. This is aimed at existing users of Microsoft Project who need to create master schedules and share resources and loadings. Objectives  By the end of the course you will be able to: Create master projects Insert and update sub projects Create a resource pool Share resources between projects Check resource loadings between projects Content Working with multiple projects Consolidating projects Linking to sub projects Setting the master project as read only Saving consolidated projects Working on consolidated projects Setting task links between projects Getting source project information Removing projects from the consolidation Sharing resources Creating a resource pool Sharing resources Opening projects that share resources Updating the resource pool Refreshing the resource pool Opening a resource pool Removing resource sharing

The 3-hour Baby & Child First Aid class covers CPR, Choking, Bumps, Burns, Breaks, Bleeding, Febrile Seizures and Meningitis & Sepsis Awareness and will give everyone who attends the peace of mind they deserve.

Develop your consultative selling skills through 6 practical modules: Define your target market Approaches that sell The Sales Interview Discovering prime buying motives How to close sales Overcoming stalls and objections In addition, learn to develop effective work habits, daily / weekly / monthl

This Leadership Trainer will provide you with key insights, tips and skills to better manage, perform, motivate and ultimately become a successful leader. With this course, you will learn why management matters, and how successful leaders build high performing teams. This comprehensive online Leadership Trainer course will help you Develop your confidence along with your leadership skills. The Leadership Trainer is designed and delivered by industry experts to be a complete education in expert leadership roles, with a focus on role-specific knowledge and key skills. To make this course more accessible for you, we have designed it for both part-time and full-time students, and you will be able to study from your own pace. Why choose this course Earn a free e-certificate upon successful completion. Accessible, informative modules taught by expert instructors Study in your own time, at your own pace, through your computer tablet or mobile device Benefit from instant feedback through mock exams and multiple-choice assessments Get 24/7 help or advice from our email and live chat teams Full Tutor Support on Weekdays Course Design The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace. You are taught through a combination of Video lessons Online study materials Mock exams Multiple-choice assessment Certificate of Achievement CPD Certificate of Achievement from Janets Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to obtain your course completion e-certificate free of cost. Print copy by post is also available at an additional cost of £9.99 and PDF Certificate at £4.99. Method of Assessment To successfully complete the course, students will have to take an automated multiple-choice exam. This exam will be online and you will need to score 60% or above to pass the course. To verify your enhanced skills in the subject, we recommend that you also complete the assignment questions. These can be completed at any time which is convenient for yourself and will be assessed by our in-house specialised tutors. Full feedback will then be given on your current performance, along with any further advice or support.

Create your own unique sunflower greeting cards in this Beginner's Watercolour class. Join me in this step-by-step class to create, draw and paint a 5x7" floral sunflower card!

Is learning to draw or paint on your bucket list? On this short course, learn to draw and paint a floral 5x7 greeting card using watercolour paints. This is a great way to begin your painting journey with step by step video instruction in this self guided virtual class. Class includes: -Drawing a floral composition -Using pen/ink for drawing -Using watercolour paints -Creating a greeting card

In order to be an effective manager, it is extremely important to have good communication skills so that you can get your instructions across clearly and in a manner which will get you the results you desire from your employees. Our 2-day Effective Communication and Influencing course aims to provide attendees with a range of skills and behaviours which will allow them to communication clearly and effectively. Course syllabus modules include explaining the communication process, the different styles of influencing, the importance of body language and tone of voice, non-verbal communication and more. Course Syllabus The syllabus of the Effective Communication and Influencing course is comprised of seven modules, covering the following: Module One The Communication Process Identifying, what is effective communication? Recognising the different ways in which we communicate The barriers to effective communication Looking at Johari's™ Window, to better understand how communication flows Module Two Effective Communication Skills Demonstrating a positive mental attitude Establishing active listening Developing your questioning skills Using positive language Module Three Different Types of Influencing Looking at influencing versus manipulation Developing your own preferred influencing style Understanding the different influencing styles and their uses adopting a flexible style for the desired outcome Module Four Behaviour Breeds Bahaviour (Transactional Analysis) Looking at the history of hidden transactions in communications The hidden meaning in what we say and what we receive How to recognise if what you're saying is calm, rational, logical and professional Module Five Body Language Understanding the impact of body language in effective communication Noticing how your own body language influences others positively and negatively Analysing and practicing the techniques of successful body language Module Six It's All in the Voice Learning the importance of tone of voice in effective communication Realising how your tone of voice influences others Module Seven Written Communication Understanding the pitfalls of opening a discussion Identifying the different types of written communication Recognising the importance of preparation and planning Looking at different structures and layouts of written communication Using the correct words and phrases Scheduled Courses Unfortunately this course is not one that is currently scheduled as an open course, and is only available on an in-house basis. Please contact us for more information.

Learn essential techniques for safer recruitment with this course. Understand the best practices for vetting candidates, safeguarding, and ensuring compliance with child protection regulations in the recruitment process.

Description:  An interview is usually done to know more about someone, especially when you need to hire them. Through interviews, people can analyse their skills and how you will be able to present yourself to others. Since it is an important part of the hiring process, it is advantageous to know how to survive it through learning the right interview skills which this course will provide you. So if you want to succeed in interviews, then this course is meant for you. Who is the course for? First-time applicants seeking for the best and perfect job. Senior applicants who are applying for a career shift, work transfer or higher position jobs. Professionals assigned in hiring and interviewing applicants. Entry Requirement: This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds. Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. Good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT are required to attend this course. Assessment: At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After you have successfully passed the test, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. You can however also obtain a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hardcopy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working days. Why choose us? Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials; Tutorial videos/materials from the industry leading experts; Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform; Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result; The UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification; Access to course content on mobile, tablet or desktop from anywhere anytime; The benefit of career advancement opportunities; 24/7 student support via email. Career Path: The Complete Guide to Job Interview course will help you possess the confidence you needed for an interview. This would be beneficial for professionals who are assigned to interview people like: Businessman Entrepreneur Hiring Officers Human Resource Manager Top Executive. Module 1 : CV & Resume Writing INTRODUCTION 00:15:00 EFFECTIVE RESUME AND COVER LETTER WRITING 00:30:00 THE PURPOSE OF YOUR RESUME 01:00:00 RESUME PRESENTATION IS THE KEY 01:00:00 WOW THE EMPLOYER 01:00:00 ELEMENTS OF A RESUME THAT WILL IMPRESS 01:00:00 WRITING YOUR OBJECTIVE 01:00:00 WRITING YOUR SUMMARY 01:00:00 WRITING THE SKILLS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS SECTION 01:00:00 RESUME FORMATTING 01:00:00 WRITING AN ELECTRONIC RESUME 01:00:00 PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD 00:15:00 YOUR RESUME - A WORK OF ART 01:00:00 WRITING THE HISTORY/ EXPERIENCE SECTION 01:00:00 WRITING YOUR EDUCATION SECTION 01:00:00 WRITING A PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS SECTION 00:15:00 WRITING A PUBLICATIONS and PERSONAL INTERESTS SECTION 01:00:00 WRITING A REFERENCES SECTION 00:30:00 YOUR RESUME - A WORK OF ART 01:00:00 DO NOT PUT IN YOUR RESUME 00:15:00 A VARIETY OF RESUME SAMPLES 00:30:00 THE IMPORTANCE OF WRITING COVER LETTERS 01:00:00 COVER LETTER OUTLINE: HOW TO WRITE A GOOD COVER LETTER 01:00:00 KEY PHRASES TO BE USED IN YOUR COVER LETTER 00:15:00 COVER LETTER SAMPLE 01:00:00 BASIC COVER LETTER TEMPLATE EXAMPLE 00:30:00 CONCLUSION 00:15:00 Module 2 : Interview Skills Importance of Knowing The Tips And Tricks for Interviews 00:15:00 The Different Types of Interviews 01:00:00 Skill Building to Crack Interviews 00:15:00 Tools and Miscellaneous You Need To Have 00:15:00 The Perfect 'Resume' - Significance and Importance 00:30:00 Preparing Properly for an Interview 00:30:00 What Role Does Appearance Play? 00:30:00 Tips To Gear Up - Pre-Interview 00:30:00 Modern Tips By Interview Experts 00:30:00 Module 3 : Interview Tips Interview Tips Part - 01 00:30:00 Interview Tips Part - 02 01:00:00 Interview Tips Part - 03 01:00:00 Interview Tips Part - 04 01:00:00 Module 4 : Getting the Perfect Job How to Prepare for the Interview 01:00:00 Choosing the Perfect Job 01:00:00 Conducting Your Job Search 01:00:00 How to Conduct Yourself in a Job Interview 00:15:00 How to Dress for an Interview 00:30:00 The Importance of Improving Your Skills 01:00:00 Finding Training Resources for Your Perfect Job 00:15:00 Defining the 'Perfect Job' 01:00:00 Evaluating Your Qualifications for the Job 01:00:00 Five Ways to Guarantee Landing the Perfect Job 00:15:00 How Effective are Specialty Employment Agencies and Job Banks? 00:15:00 Getting the Perfect Job and Keeping It 01:00:00 Focus on the Interviewer and Interview 00:15:00 How to Kill Your Chances for Being Hired 01:00:00 How to Know if You're Making the Right Choice 00:15:00 Interview Tips to Help You Land a Perfect Job 01:00:00 Is Getting the Perfect Job Worth the Extra Effort? 00:15:00 Preparing for the Perfect Job 00:15:00 Project Your Own Image 01:00:00 How to Define Your Perfect Job 00:15:00 Is the Perfect Job Fact or Fantasy? 00:15:00 The Best Job Resources 01:00:00 The Importance of Maintaining Professionalism 01:00:00 Things to Consider when Identifying the Perfect Job 01:00:00 Where to Find the Perfect Job 01:00:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Complete Guide to Job Interview 00:30:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Complete Guide to Job Interview 00:30:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00