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Project Management Fundamentals for IT Projects 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

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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Individuals in various job roles who are involved in leading, managing, and participating in small to medium scale projects. Overview Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: Identify the fundamentals of project management. Perform the pre-project setup. Initiate a project. Plan project strategies. Develop project schedules. Plan project staffing, communication, and quality. Plan project risk management. Plan project costs. Plan project procurements. Plan for change management and transitions. Manage project execution. Manage project procurement. Control project performance. Monitor and control the triple constraints. Monitor project risks and procurements. Perform the project closure processes. In this course, students will apply recognized practices of project management and understand a project?s life cycle and roles and skills necessary to effectively initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control, and close a project. 1 - Exploring Project Management Fundamentals Examine the Basics of Project Management Describe the Project Life Cycle Examine Organizational Influences on Project Management 2 - Performing the Pre-Project Setup Create a Project Concept Definition Statement Examine Project Selection Determine Strategic and Operational Relevance Perform Project Feasibility Determine Technical Requirements 3 - Initiating a Project Prepare a Project Statement of Work Create a Project Charter Identify Project Stakeholders 4 - Planning Project Strategy Identify Elements of the Project Management Plan and Subsidiary Plans Determine Stakeholder Needs Create a Scope Statement Develop a Work Breakdown Structure 5 - Developing the Project Schedule Create an Activity List Create a Project Schedule Network Diagram Identify Resources Estimate Time Develop a Project Schedule Identify the Critical Path Optimize the Project Schedule Create a Schedule Baseline 6 - Planning Human Resources, Communication, and Quality Create a Human Resource Plan Create a Communications Management Plan Create a Quality Management Plan 7 - Planning Project Risk Management Examine a Risk Management Plan Identify Project Risks and Triggers Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis Develop a Risk Response Plan 8 - Planning Project Costs Estimate Project Costs Estimate the Cost Baseline Reconcile Funding and Costs 9 - Planning Project Procurements Plan Project Procurements Prepare a Procurement Statement of Work Prepare a Procurement Document 10 - Planning for Change Management and Transitions Develop an Integrated Change Control System Develop a Transition Plan 11 - Managing Project Execution Direct Project Execution Execute a Quality Assurance Plan Assemble a Project Team Develop a Project Team Manage a Project Team Distribute Project Information Manage Stakeholder Relationships and Expectations 12 - Managing Project Procurement Obtain Responses from Sellers Determine Project Sellers 13 - Control Project Performance Monitor and Control Project Work Manage Project Changes Report on Project Performance 14 - Monitor and Control the Triple Constraints Control Project Scope Control Project Schedule Control Project Costs Manage Project Quality 15 - Monitoring Project Risks and Procurements Control Project Risks Managing Vendors and Procurements 16 - Performing the Project Closure Processes Deliver the Final Product Close Project Procurements Conduct a Closeout Meeting Close a Project Additional course details: Nexus Humans CompTIA Project Plus Certification (Exam PK0-005) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the CompTIA Project Plus Certification (Exam PK0-005) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Project Management Fundamentals for IT Projects: 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

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

Become a Certified User Experience Professional Build a career in UX with the world’s only university credit-rated online UX course. Acquire the mindset, the skills and the confidence that make UX designers so valuable. A rewarding and meaningful career awaits. Why become a UX designer? Be in demand UX is a high-growth sector. The demand for UX designers far outstrips the supply of qualified professionals. Get well paid UX designers are highly paid. The average entry-level salary for a UX designer in the United Kingdom is £35,465 (PayScale, 2019) Love your job UX designers make an impact. They solve real-world problems using an exciting mix of research, design, technology and psychology. Study method Online, self-paced Duration 6 months Access to content 12 months Qualification Level 8 Diploma - User Experience Design Awarded by Glasgow Caledonian University Regulated by SQA Additional info Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price Tutor is available to students Description Duration: 6 months Get certified in six months following a flexible, structured learning path. Delivery: Online The course is delivered entirely online, including video modules, mentor-led webinars and support. Assessment: 2-hour exam Before getting certified, you'll be assessed during a two-hour exam taken online. Outcomes for you Think like a UX designer; adopt the mindset that sets them apart Showcase your knowledge with a portfolio of project work Speak with the confidence that comes from a true, deep understanding of UX Advance your career with job-ready skills Complete a university credit-rated course, valued by employers globally Become a Certified UX Professional Learn with us We’ve worked hard to design the best possible online learning experience for you. As well as an unmatched syllabus, our approach includes: Projects & portfolio Learn by doing with a series of real-world projects ideal for your UX portfolio. Mentors & webinars Be guided by our hand-picked, world-class mentors during monthly webinars. Structure & support Stay motivated with a structured programme supported by fellow students and our customer success team. What you’ll learn We’ve put together a university credit-rated curriculum that’s deep, rigorous and covers everything you need to know to become a certified UX professional and turbocharge your career. Module 01 - Introduction to UX design Module 02 - User research Module 03 - User goals Module 04 - Structure and navigation Module 05 - Interactions Module 06 - Design principles Module 07 - Design patterns Module 08 - Mobile Module 09 - Workflows Module 10 - Prototyping and handover Module 11 - AI and UX Module 12 - Creating your portfolio Module 13 - Career guidance Hub Tutorials for Figma Projects and portfolio - Projects that build into a portfolio Exam - 2-hour final exam Requirements Background You don’t need experience in design or technology to enrol in our courses, although having one or both is a definite bonus. Our students come from a diverse array of backgrounds, including project management, development, graphic design, product management, business analysis and so on. 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. Our team will be there to support you along every step of the way but success will come as a result of your own diligence. Career path The average salary for entry level user experience designers is £28,000 The average salary for user experience designers with 1-5 years experience ranges from £29,000 to £50,000 The average salary for user experience managers/leads is £80,000 Information from LinkedIn Salary Reports, based on real jobs listings.

Description This course introduces students to project management fundamentals. Topics covered include project management basics, types of projects, building the team and schedule, creating the budget, execution, and more. COURSE CONTENT: Module 1 - Getting Started - 3m Getting Started Instructor Introduction Course Objectives Agenda Agenda Module 2 - Project Management Basics - 27m Project Management Basics PMI's PMBOK What is a Project? Attributes of a Project Examples of Projects What is Project Management Project Constraints “The Iron Triangle” Scope Cost Time How do we make this happen? How do we make this happen? The Fundamental Project Life Cycle The Project Life Cycle Fundamental Project Management Process Outputs Examples Unforeseen Circumstances Recommendations Words of Wisdom The Tools Fundamental Project Management Tools Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools The People Objectives Stakeholder Customer Sponsor Team Members Management Project Manager's Role Project Manager's Responsibilities Time Management Matrix Time Management Matrix Time IS Money The Benefits of Project Management Summary Agenda Module 3 - Where Do Projects Come From - 56m Where Do Projects Come From Types of Organizations Enterprise Portfolio Management The Agenda BM101 Mission Vision Goals Business Strategy Management By Objectives Balanced Scorecard Approach Balanced Goals Objectives SMART Objectives from Balanced Goals SMART Objectives from Balanced Goals cont. Key Performance Indicators Action Plans BM101 Summary Project Management 101 PM Quotes Phases and Knowledge Areas 10 Knowledge Areas Aligned The Project Triangle PM101 PM101 Programs Portfolio PM101 Summary Enterprise Portfolio Management The Connection The Enterprise V Plans The Enterprise V Objectives The Enterprise V Programs The Enterprise V Portfolio Another View Enterprise Portfolio Management Versus Program & Project Management Summary Why Great ROI? But why is it necessary? Matrix Organization Structure Review Cadence How Projects Are Selected Objectives Needs Identification Business Case Enterprise Portfolio Management Proposing Projects Project Selection “The Funnel Flowchart” Project Prioritization Exercise Thirst Beverage Corporation Project Challenge Agenda Module 4 - Types of Projects - 32m Types of Projects Predictive Versus Agile Predictive Versus Agile Project Management Traditional Versus Agile Project Management Predictive Versus Agile The Predictive Project Life Cycle An Agile Project Life Cycle The Scrum Framework - Modified An Agile Project Life Cycle The Big Picture The Divide Agenda Module 5 - Initiation - 28m Initiation Our Project Our Project Setup 6 Essential Features for a PMIS PMIS Examples Leveraging Microsoft Teams Leveraging Microsoft Teams PMI's Project Life Cycle Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Project Charter Leveraging Microsoft Teams Creating a Project Charter Creating a Project Charter Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Stakeholder Register Leveraging Microsoft Teams Stakeholder Register Stakeholder Register Creating a Project Charter “The Iron Triangle” Agenda Module 6 - Building the Team - 24m Building the Team The Fundamental Project Life Cycle Build a High Performing Team Benefits of a High Performing Team Stages of Team Development Team Charter Working Agreement Working Agreement Leveraging Microsoft Teams Being a Good Leader Being a Servant Leader Servant Leader Kickoff Meeting Conducting Effective Meetings Agenda Module 7 - Building the Schedule - 52m Building the Schedule The Fundamental Project Life Cycle Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools What a Schedule looks like….according to Google Benefits of a Project Schedule Aligning To PMI Steps to Build a Schedule 1 Plan Schedule Management Our project 1 Plan Schedule Management Steps to Build a Schedule Project Schedule….according to PMI How to Define Activities What Does It Look Like? Option 2 - WBS* by Work Package Option 3 - WBS By Phase Steps to Build a Schedule Leveraging Microsoft Teams “The Iron Triangle” Microsoft Scheduling Tool Capability Model Microsoft Scheduling Tool Capability Model Project Schedule in Excel Project Schedule in Microsoft Project Project Schedule in Project Online Agenda Module 8 - Creating the Budget - 24m Creating the Budget The Fundamental Project Life Cycle Project Cost Management General Notes Types of Costs What is a budget? Aligning To PMI Steps to Create a Budget 1. Plan Cost Management The Budget Tool Microsoft Scheduling Tool Capability Model Estimated Costs and Budget in Microsoft Project “The Iron Triangle” Agenda Module 9 - Planning Wrap Up - 6m Planning Wrap Up “The Iron Triangle” The Fundamental Project Life Cycle Perform Analysis Obtain Approval Save a Baseline Aligning to PMI Progressive Elaboration Agenda Module 10 - Execution - 41m Execution The Fundamental Project Life Cycle Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Managing Your Project Update Schedule and Actual Costs Managing Your Project Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Risks Aligning To PMI Risk Management Risk Management Processes Risk Register Risk Management Risk Probability Impact Assessment Risk Management Risk Register Risk Management Risk Management Risk Management Risk Register Risk Management Managing Your Project Issues Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Issue Log Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Status Report Status Report Status Report Project Status Report Agenda Module 11A - Monitor and Control - 11m Monitor and Control What is Monitor and Control? What is Monitor and Control? What should you monitor? What should you monitor? Project Control Project Control Principles Control Scope What should you monitor? Control Schedule What should you monitor? Control Costs What should you monitor? Module 11B - Earned Value Management - 41m Progress Monitoring Earned Value Management Earned Value Analysis Our Project Pipeline Project The Process to Set Up Pipeline Schedule Baseline Cost over Time Performance Measures Baselined Cost - Timephased PV - Planned Value PV - Planned Value PV - Planned Value PV - Planned Value The Process to Maintain Performing Analysis Performance Measures EV - Earned Value EV - Earned Value EV - Earned Value Performance Measures AC - Actual Cost AC - Actual Cost AC - Actual Cost Variances Cost Variance Schedule Variance Total Variance Graphical Representation Graphical Representation Graphical Representation Graphical Representation Microsoft Project - Math Check! Visual Reports in MS Project Report Exported from MS Project to Excel Aligning with Reality Revised Plan Reschedule Uncomplete Work in MS Project Revised Plan Revised Plan The Moral of the Story Performance Indexes Cost Performance Index Schedule Performance Index Completion Metrics Completion Metrics Completion Metrics Completion Metrics Completion Metrics Project Status as of 4/30 The Process to Maintain Project Status as of 4/30 Microsoft Project Math Check! Why Measure? Why Measure? What should you monitor? Module 11C - Other Items to Monitor - 19m What should you monitor? Risk Monitor and Control Risk Monitor and Control What should you monitor? Control Issues What should you monitor? Manage Stakeholder Engagement What should you monitor? Control Documents What should you monitor? Control The Product, Service or Result Control The Product, Service or Result Quality Terms and Definitions 7 Basic Quality Tools Controlling Quality What should you monitor? Module 11D - Controlling Changes - 3m Controlling Changes Controlling Changes Example Change Request Process Agenda Module 12 - Closure - 9m Closure Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Customer Feedback Customer Feedback Survey Lessons Learned Lessons Learned Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Project Summary Report Performance Evaluations Documentation Close-out Celebration Agenda Module 13 - Course Wrap Up - 14m Course Wrap Up Project Procurement Management Project Procurement Management Project Procurement Management Typical Steps Procurement Statement of Work Typical Steps Bid Document Typical Steps Contract Types of Contracts Typical Steps Control Procurements Typical Steps Close Procurements Typical Steps Congratulations! Objectives Review Agenda Total Duration: 6h 32m

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is ideal for Professionals preparing to become CRISC certified. Risk practitioners Students or recent graduates Overview At course completions, students will understand the essential concepts in the 4 ISACA CRISC domains: Governance IT Risk Assessment Risk Response and Reporting Information Technology and Security This 3 Day CRISC course is geared towards preparing students to pass the ISACA Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control examination. The course covers all four of the CRISC domains, and each section corresponds directly to the CRISC job practice. CRISC validates your experience in building a well-defined, agile risk-management program, based on best practices to identify, analyze, evaluate, assess, prioritize and respond to risks. This enhances benefits realization and delivers optimal value to stakeholders. GOVERNANCE - a. Organizational Governance Organizational Strategy, Goals, and Objectives Organizational Structure, Roles, and Responsibilities Organizational Culture Policies and Standards Business Processes Organizational Assets GOVERNANCE - b. Risk Governance Enterprise Risk Management and Risk Management Framework Three Lines of Defense Risk Profile Risk Appetite and Risk Tolerance Legal, Regulatory, and Contractual Requirements Professional Ethics of Risk Management IT RISK ASSESSMENT - a. IT Risk Identification Risk Events (e.g., contributing conditions, loss result) Threat Modelling and Threat Landscape Vulnerability and Control Deficiency Analysis (e.g., root cause analysis) Risk Scenario Development IT RISK ASSESSMENT - b. IT Risk Analysis and Evaluation Risk Assessment Concepts, Standards, and Frameworks Risk Register Risk Analysis Methodologies Business Impact Analysis Inherent and Residual Risk RISK RESPONSE AND REPORTING - a. Risk Response Risk Treatment / Risk Response Options Risk and Control Ownership Third-Party Risk Management Issue, Finding, and Exception Management Management of Emerging Risk RISK RESPONSE AND REPORTING - b. Control Design and Implementation Control Types, Standards, and Frameworks Control Design, Selection, and Analysis Control Implementation Control Testing and Effectiveness Evaluation RISK RESPONSE AND REPORTING - c. Risk Monitoring and Reporting Risk Treatment Plans Data Collection, Aggregation, Analysis, and Validation Risk and Control Monitoring Techniques Risk and Control Reporting Techniques (heatmap, scorecards, dashboards) Key Performance Indicators Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) Key Control Indicators (KCIs) INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND SECURITY - a. Information Technology Principles Enterprise Architecture IT Operations Management (e.g., change management, IT assets, problems, incidents) Project Management Disaster Recovery Management (DRM) Data Lifecycle Management System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Emerging Technologies INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND SECURITY - b. Information Security Principles Information Security Concepts, Frameworks, and Standards Information Security Awareness Training Business Continuity Management Data Privacy and Data Protection Principles

Become a certified UI designer Learn how to create beautiful, pixel-perfect user interfaces Accelerate your career with an in-demand skillset Get a professional qualification in just 12 weeks Manage your own schedule with our flexible, self-paced online course Expand your career options UI skills are needed worldwide, and demand is growing. With a globally recognised qualification, you’ll become a more valuable, sought-after professional. Design with confidence You’ll understand the ‘why’ of good UI design by knowing the principles behind it. You’ll be able to defend your decisions and design with confidence. Work in a creative, rewarding job UI designers add personality and visual appeal to user interfaces. It’s an enjoyable career that rewards creativity: the perfect entry into tech for visually-minded people. A flexible, university-backed curriculum Our curriculum is university credit-rated and approved by the industry. Over 12 weeks, you’ll learn the principles and skills you need to become a confident UI designer. Study method Online, self-paced Duration 12 weeks Access to content 12 months Qualification Professional Certificate in UI 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 During this 12 week, online course you will learn: Introduction to UI Design Brand and Personality Layout Design Principles Interactivity Typography Colour, shapes and effects Iconography and imagery Design process Presenting ideas UI design tools You will also work on a project and your portfolio with access to weekly mentor sessions, an active student community, and support from our student success team. Who is this course for? Graphic designers and digital designers who want to upskill to UI design UI designers who want to strengthen their knowledge and craft UX professionals who want to become more rounded product designers Anybody with a design background looking for a creative job in tech Requirements You don’t need experience in design or technology to enrol in our courses, although having one or both is a definite bonus. Our students come from a diverse mix of backgrounds, including project management, development, graphic design, product management, business analysis and so on. You 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. You need to be comfortable learning in English. All video lessons, course materials, webinars, correspondence and the final exam are delivered in English. Career path Students typically graduate into UI Designer jobs. The average UI Designer salary in the UK with 3-5 years experience is £62,500. This is based on data from Payscale, Totaljobs, Indeed, Talent, and Glassdoor

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