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Course Overview The ability for an organisation to adapt to change is reliant on the willingness of individuals to embrace transformation and new ways of working. This requires a considered approach to managing and communicating change for all relevant stakeholders. For the change to succeed, the Leaders need a structured and methodical approach to change that also effectively involves, empowers and inspires co-ownership and co-authorship of the change. This course addresses all the above explicitly. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes -Defining the purpose and benefit of the change -Mapping the future state benefits -Designing effective communication and training plans -Establishing ongoing adoption and overcoming barriers Format F2F or Virtual Delivery Mode Closed Cohort or Occasional Limited Public Schedule Duration 2 Days Target Audience Business professionals with the responsibility to lead a change or transformation initiative using a structured change management approach.

Course Overview Strategic thinking is essential for leaders who aim to guide their organisations toward long-term success. This course is designed to enhance the strategic thinking capabilities of managers and leaders, enabling them to foresee challenges, identify opportunities, and make informed decisions that align with their organisation's vision and goals. Participants will learn to adopt a strategic mindset, utilise strategic tools, and develop actionable strategies that drive sustainable growth. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes -Explain the importance of strategic thinking and how to develop a strategic mindset. -Conduct thorough environmental scans and analyses. -Develop long-term goals, craft vision and mission statements, and evaluate strategic options. -Effectively communicate strategic plans, ensure next-level managers create actionable plans, monitor their implementation, and provide support to ensure alignment with organisational goals. Format F2F or Virtual Delivery Mode Closed Cohort or Occasional Limited Public Schedule Duration 2 Days Target Audience Managers, team leaders, and executives who are responsible for strategic planning and decision-making within their organisations.

Business Intelligence: In-House Training Business Intelligence (BI) refers to a set of technology-based techniques, applications, and practices used to aggregate, analyze, and present business data. BI practices provide historical and current views of vast amounts of data and generate predictions for business operations. The purpose of Business Intelligence is the support of better business decision making. This course provides an overview of the technology and application of BI and how it can be used to improve corporate performance. What you will Learn You will learn how to: Specify a data warehouse schema Identify the data and visualization to be used for data mining and Business Intelligence Design a Business Intelligence user interface Getting Started Introductions Agenda Expectations Foundation Concepts The challenge of decision making What is Business Intelligence? The Business Intelligence value proposition Business Intelligence taxonomy Business Intelligence management issues Sources of Business Intelligence Data warehousing Data and information Information architecture Defining the data warehouse and its relationships Facts and dimensions Modeling, meta-modeling, and schemas Alternate architectures Building the data warehouse Extracting Transforming Loading Setting up the data and relationships Dimensions and the Fact Table Implementing many-to-many relationships in data warehouse Data marts Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) What is OLAP? OLAP and OLTP OLAP functionality Multi-dimensions Thinking in more than two dimensions What are the possibilities? OLAP architecture Cubism Tools OLAP variations - MOLAP, ROLAP, HOLAP BI using SOA Applications of Business Intelligence Applying BI through OLAP Enterprise Resource Planning and CRM Business Intelligence and financial information Business Intelligence User Interfaces and Presentations Data access Push-pull data access Types of decision support systems Designing the front end Presentation formats Dashboards Types of dashboards Common dashboard features Briefing books and scorecards Querying and Reporting Reporting emphasis Retrofitting Talking back Key Performance Indicators Report Definition and Visualization Typical reporting environment Forms of visualization Unconstrained views Data mining What is in the mine? Applications for data mining Data mining architecture Cross Industry Standard Process for Data Mining (CISP-DM) Data mining techniques Validation The Business Intelligence User Experience The business analyst role Business analysis and data analysis Five-step approach Cultural impact Identifying questions Gathering information Understand the goals The strategic Business Intelligence cycle Focus of Business Intelligence Design for the user Iterate the access Iterative solution development process Review and validation questions Basic approaches Building ad-hoc queries Building on-demand self-service reports Closed loop Business Intelligence Coming attractions - future of Business Intelligence Best practices in Business Intelligence

Business Intelligence Business Intelligence (BI) refers to a set of technology-based techniques, applications, and practices used to aggregate, analyze, and present business data. BI practices provide historical and current views of vast amounts of data and generate predictions for business operations. The purpose of Business Intelligence is the support of better business decision making. This course provides an overview of the technology and application of BI and how it can be used to improve corporate performance. What you will Learn You will learn how to: Specify a data warehouse schema Identify the data and visualization to be used for data mining and Business Intelligence Design a Business Intelligence user interface Getting Started Introductions Agenda Expectations Foundation Concepts The challenge of decision making What is Business Intelligence? The Business Intelligence value proposition Business Intelligence taxonomy Business Intelligence management issues Sources of Business Intelligence Data warehousing Data and information Information architecture Defining the data warehouse and its relationships Facts and dimensions Modeling, meta-modeling, and schemas Alternate architectures Building the data warehouse Extracting Transforming Loading Setting up the data and relationships Dimensions and the Fact Table Implementing many-to-many relationships in data warehouse Data marts Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) What is OLAP? OLAP and OLTP OLAP functionality Multi-dimensions Thinking in more than two dimensions What are the possibilities? OLAP architecture Cubism Tools OLAP variations - MOLAP, ROLAP, HOLAP BI using SOA Applications of Business Intelligence Applying BI through OLAP Enterprise Resource Planning and CRM Business Intelligence and financial information Business Intelligence User Interfaces and Presentations Data access Push-pull data access Types of decision support systems Designing the front end Presentation formats Dashboards Types of dashboards Common dashboard features Briefing books and scorecards Querying and Reporting Reporting emphasis Retrofitting Talking back Key Performance Indicators Report Definition and Visualization Typical reporting environment Forms of visualization Unconstrained views Data mining What is in the mine? Applications for data mining Data mining architecture Cross Industry Standard Process for Data Mining (CISP-DM) Data mining techniques Validation The Business Intelligence User Experience The business analyst role Business analysis and data analysis Five-step approach Cultural impact Identifying questions Gathering information Understand the goals The strategic Business Intelligence cycle Focus of Business Intelligence Design for the user Iterate the access Iterative solution development process Review and validation questions Basic approaches Building ad-hoc queries Building on-demand self-service reports Closed loop Business Intelligence Coming attractions - future of Business Intelligence Best practices in Business Intelligence

Effective cross-cultural management and leadership demand an understanding of the complexities of culture from structural, political, social and psychological perspectives An intensive 3-day training course from one of the leading providers of cross- cultural leadership and management training. Designed for individuals wishing to develop and their skills in managing and leading in a cross-cultural environment. Introduction Created specifically for the cross‐cultural workplace setting and utilising a blend of interactive role play, DVD presentations and case‐study based discussion, the course provides comprehensive skills training for anyone who must manage or lead a cross‐cultural team or employees. Trainer The trainer is Tony Buon, the Managing Partner of Buon Consultancy. He is a qualified workplace psychologist with over 30 years experience . Tony has worked in over 40 countries. He is a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP) and Associate Lecturer at the Aberdeen Business School. He holds degrees in Psychology, Behavioural Sciences and Work‐ place Education and trains throughout the UK, Europe, The Middle East & Asia. Tony has worked with some of the world’s leading companies over the past 30 years including; Diageo, Dolphin Energy, DuPont, Gulf Offshore, Halliburton, Hewlett‐Packard, ICI, ING Group, Kuwait Petroleum, Lend Lease, McDonalds, National Australia Bank, PetroChina, Pfizer, Qatar Petroleum, Royal Bank of Scotland, Shell, 3M, Coca Cola and Microsoft. He was also the senior consultant to the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Tony has also been interviewed in publications as diverse as Rolling Stone and the Reader’s Digest. He has appeared on CNN, BBC, Trans‐World Sport and many international television and radio stations. The Course The world of business has no borders. Nationalisation, globalisation and the growth of multi‐national corporations introduces challenges which managers and leaders must address. Effective cross‐cultural management and leadership demand an understanding of the complexities of culture from structural, political, social and psychological perspectives. The aims of the course are to explore the meaning and psychology of culture; to understand the impact of culture on management and leadership; to identify the areas in which cultural differences present a challenge in managing and leading employees in a multicultural environment; and finally to become more self ‐aware in cultural understanding, individual biases and assumptions and to understand the implications these have on our work. A vital course for any manager or leader work‐ ing in a multi‐cultural environment Covers the managerial, social and psychological aspects of culture Develop your cross‐cultural leadership & management skills in a fun and informative environment Discover best‐practice in diversity management and cross‐cultural communication Appreciate current business issues related to managing and leading in a cross‐cultural environment Comments from previous participants: “ ...one of the best courses I have ever attended!”“ I can’t believe how much I learnt. As an experienced expat, I thought I knew it all, this course truly expanded my people management skills”“ “...the trainer was excellent and the individual feedback and advice fantastic”“ This course will make me a better HR Manager, I have new skills I can use every day in dealing with all staff globally”   This course can be conducted on-site at your location for groups of up to 15 participants The Objectives By the end of the course, the delegates will be able to: Illustrate examples of stereotypes and stereotyping Formulate a business case for cultural diversity in their workplace List Hofstede’s five value dimensions Explain in his/her own words the meaning of each of the five value dimensions Evaluate the risks involved in international assignments The Delegates All supervisors, middle managers , department heads and senior managers Human resource personnel including HR Business Partners All staff interested in developing cross‐cultural skills The Benefits Appreciate the importance and meaning of culture Learn about the psychology of culture Develop your cross‐cultural leadership & management skills Discover how to manage and lead diverse employees in a multi‐cultural environment Appreciate current issues in international business related to managing people The Course Day 1: The Meaning and Psychology of Culture Our world today ‐ the importance of demographics Dimensions of culture Hofstede’s five value dimensions Workplace and organisational culture Stereotypes and stereotyping Cross‐cultural communication Body‐language and culture Day 2: Managing and Leading Diverse Employees Developing a global mindset Culture and strategy Managing in multi‐national companies Multi‐cultural teams and teamwork International assignments and global career development Culture shock and global working Culture and decision‐making

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Overview of Web Design Course The Web Design Course is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to build beautiful and professional websites. This course takes you from the very basics of web design to more advanced skills. You will learn how to use HTML, the main building block of websites, and then move on to CSS, which helps you style your pages with colours, backgrounds, borders, and text. With clear lessons and step-by-step guides, you will learn how to create websites that look great and are easy to use. In this Web Design Course, you will also learn how to design websites that work well on all screen sizes—from phones to computers. You’ll get hands-on practice with layout techniques, positioning elements on the page, and choosing the right fonts and colours. Each part of the course is designed to help you build confidence and improve your skills at a steady pace. The UK web design industry is growing fast, with over 25,000 jobs available and more than £3.7 billion added to the economy each year. That means learning these skills can open up many job chances. By the end of the Web Design Course, you will be ready to build responsive websites for yourself or for clients. This Web Design Course gives you the tools to start your journey in the digital world. This Web Design Course will help you to learn: Build responsive websites using HTML and CSS Design eye-catching web pages with colours and backgrounds Organise content with tables, lists, and forms Style text and customise fonts to match your design Use layout and positioning tools to control page structure Add interactive elements with CSS pseudo-classes and elements Who is this course for: This Web Design Course is ideal for: Beginners who want to learn web design from the ground up and start a new career Visual designers who want to turn their ideas into real websites using HTML and CSS Small business owners who want to manage or update their own websites Students studying graphic design, digital media, or computing who want hands-on web design skills Career changers looking to move into the digital world with a solid foundation in web design Process of Evaluation After studying the Web Design Course, your skills and knowledge will be tested with an MCQ exam or assignment. You have to get a score of 60% to pass the test and get your certificate. Certificate of Achievement Certificate of Completion - Digital / PDF Certificate After completing the Web Design Course, you can order your CPD Accredited Digital / PDF Certificate for £5.99. (Each) Certificate of Completion - Hard copy Certificate You can get the CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate for £12.99. (Each) Shipping Charges: Inside the UK: £3.99 International: £10.99 Requirements There is no prerequisite to enrol in this Web Design Course. Career Path Completing this Web Design Course can lead to exciting job roles such as: Junior Web Designer – £22K to £30K/year Web Developer – £25K to £45K/year Front-End Developer – £30K to £55K/year UX/UI Designer – £28K to £50K/year Digital Designer – £25K to £40K/year Course Curriculum Section 01: Introduction Introduction 00:07:00 Section 03: Basics Syntax And First Steps Alert!!! Important: A Must-Watch Video 00:01:00 How the Web Works 00:07:00 What Are Text Editors and Installation 00:05:00 How the Browser Works 00:11:00 Section 02: Basic And General Info And Installation HTML Basic Syntax 00:14:00 HTML Elements 00:06:00 HTML Attributes 00:08:00 HTML Headings 00:04:00 HTML Paragraphs 00:06:00 Section 04: Diving Deeper With HTML And CSS Basics HTML Style Attribute 00:09:00 HTML Formatting 00:04:00 HTML Comments 00:05:00 Simple Intro to CSS 00:16:00 HTML Links 00:06:00 HTML Images 00:08:00 Section 05: Diving Deeper: Tables, Lists And Forms HTML Tables 00:11:00 HTML Lists 00:07:00 First Training (Creating a Simple Menu) 00:00:00 HTML Forms pt.1 00:11:00 HTML Forms pt.2 00:11:00 HTML Forms pt.3 00:08:00 HTML Forms pt.4 00:06:00 Section 06: Getting Advanced And Finishing Up HTML Inline and Block Tags 00:16:00 Classes 00:10:00 Ids 00:08:00 More about the Head 00:09:00 HTML Entities 00:05:00 Section 07: Getting Started With CSS Intro and Revision to CSS 00:05:00 Syntax 00:08:00 Comments 00:00:00 Section 08: Colours Colours pt.1 00:19:00 Colours pt.2 00:08:00 Section 09: Backgrounds Backgrounds pt.1 00:13:00 Backgrounds pt.2 00:05:00 Backgrounds pt.3 00:09:00 Section 10: Borders Borders pt.1 00:07:00 Borders pt.2 00:06:00 Section 11: Margin, Padding And More Margin 00:14:00 Padding 00:08:00 Section 12: Outline Width and Height 00:06:00 Box Model 00:05:00 Training 2 (Building a Simple Form) 00:22:00 Outline pt.1 00:06:00 Outline pt.2 00:05:00 Section 13: Text Text pt.1 00:05:00 Text pt.2 00:07:00 Text pt.3 00:05:00 Section 14: Fonts Fonts pt.1 00:07:00 Fonts pt.2 00:04:00 Fonts pt.3 00:03:00 Section 15: Display Display pt.1 00:11:00 Display pt.2 00:04:00 Display pt.3 00:10:00 Section 16: Position Position pt.1 00:05:00 Position pt.2 00:10:00 Section 17: Z-Index Z-index pt.1 00:07:00 Z-index pt.1 00:07:00 Section 18: Overflow Overflow pt.1 00:08:00 Overflow pt.2 00:03:00 Section 19: Pseudo Classes, Elements And Other Stuff Pseudo Classes 45 00:00:00 Pseudo Elements 00:09:00 Opacity 00:06:00 Cursor 00:04:00 Section 20: Float Float pt.1 00:04:00 Section 21: Outro Outro and Where to Go From Here 00:03:00 Section 22: More Lectures: Update 2022 Videos 45 00:04:00 Sound 45 00:02:00 Youtube Videos 45 00:03:00

The Forensic Analysis Bootcamp is an 8-week deep-dive into forensic equity analysis, featuring a 90-minute Zoom workshop each week. The content includes extensive use of real-life case studies and covers stocks spanning a wide range of sectors and regions. You will learn how companies manipulate expenses and inflate profits, how to spot balance sheet issues, weaknesses of the cash flow statement and issues and more.

Target Audience Business professionals who are either anticipating or immersed in change as participants or contributors. Duration 1 Day Course Overview The ability for an organisation to adapt to change is reliant on the willingness of individuals to embrace new ways of working and apply strategies to navigate ambiguous and uncertain contexts. When widespread and impactful change rolls out across an organization, the affected workforce require both mindset and skills uplift in order to embrace and become positive contributors to the change. Designed by Learning Designers and change experts who have been practicing and teaching change management for almost 30 years together with Doctoral level learning qualifications. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes Exploring effective pathways to navigate change Identifying the purpose and benefit of the change Assessing and managing the impact of the change Proactively Engaging in the Change Process in a constructive way Planning activities and actions to embrace and support the change.

Target Audience This course is ideal for professionals across all levels and industries who need to improve the quality of impact of their presentations by honing their presentation-preparatory and delivery skills. Duration 2 Days Course Overview This course is designed to help participants develop and refine their presentation skills. Through practical exercises and real-time feedback, participants will learn how to effectively identify audience needs, structure and deliver engaging presentations. In addition, participants will explore how to use visual aids and maintain audience engagement throughout their presentations. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes Identify the needs of different audiences. Structure a clear and compelling presentation. Use visual aids to enhance the impact of their message. Engage the audience effectively and manage their attention throughout the presentation.