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Overview For fashion-enthusiastic individuals with a knack for photography, becoming a fashion photographer can be a highly satisfying career. Develop the core skills to start your professional journey in fashion photography with our Fashion Photography Essentials course. This online training will introduce you to the key strategies of fashion photography and the equipment used for it. From the informative modules you will learn the principles of art direction and styling. The course will teach you how to direct the models plan, and execute the shoot. In addition, you will develop the skills to develop a successful fashion photography business. This is the ideal course for those who aspire to become an excellent fashion photographer and build a thriving career. If you are one of them, enrol now! Course Preview Learning Outcomes Familiarise yourself with photography gear and equipment Learn the skills for fashion styling and art direction Build your expertise in planning and fashion shoot production Grasp the key skills for editing and enhancing the pictures Understand the strategies for building a fashion photography business Why Take This Course From John Academy? Affordable, well-structured and high-quality e-learning study materials Meticulously crafted engaging and informative tutorial videos and materials Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result Earn UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification Easily access the course content on mobile, tablet, or desktop from anywhere, anytime Excellent career advancement opportunities Get 24/7 student support via email What Skills Will You Learn from This Course? Fashion Photography Art direction Editing Business Marketing Portfolio Development Who Should Take This Fashion Photography Essentials? Whether you're an existing practitioner or an aspiring professional, this course is an ideal training opportunity. It will elevate your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and a recognised qualification attesting to your knowledge. Are There Any Entry Requirements? This Fashion Photography Essentials course is available to all learners of all academic backgrounds. But learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. And a good understanding of the English language, numeracy, and ICT will be helpful. Certificate of Achievement After completing this course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates & Transcripts can be obtained either in Hardcopy at £14.99 or in PDF format at £11.99. Career Path​ This exclusive Fashion Photography Essentials will equip you with effective skills and abilities and help you explore career paths such as  Fashion Photographer Photo Editor for Fashion Publications Fashion Stylist Fashion Marketing Coordinator Fashion Brand Photographer Module 1: Introduction to Fashion Photography Introduction to Fashion Photography 00:14:00 Module 2: Fashion Photography Equipment and Gear Fashion Photography Equipment and Gear 00:21:00 Module 3: Preparing for Fashion Photography Preparing for Fashion Photography 00:14:00 Module 4: Fashion Styling and Art Direction Fashion Styling and Art Direction 00:15:00 Module 5: Posing and Directing Models Posing and Directing Models 00:15:00 Module 6: Fashion Shoot Production and Planning Fashion Shoot Production and Planning 00:15:00 Module 7: Fashion Editing and Retouching Fashion Editing and Retouching 00:22:00 Module 8: Fashion Photography Business and Marketing Fashion Photography Business and Marketing 00:14:00 Module 9: Fashion Editorial and Commercial Photography Fashion Editorial and Commercial Photography 00:14:00 Module 10: Fashion Photography Ethics and Sustainability Fashion Photography Ethics and Sustainability 00:13:00 Module 11: Fashion Photography Portfolio Development Fashion Photography Portfolio Development 00:16:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

PRINCE2® Foundation: In-House Training Projects fail for a variety of reasons including poor planning, lack of defined quality criteria, poor understanding of the business drivers, inadequate control, and lack of senior management involvement in other words, lack of a structured best practice approach to project delivery. PRINCE2® (6th Edition is the current version) is a structured, process-based approach to project management providing a methodology which can be easily tailored and scaled to suit all types of projects. It is the de facto standard for project management in the UK Government and is used extensively in more than 150 countries worldwide with in excess of 20,000 organizations already benefiting from its powerful approach. It can be used easily in combination with PMI®'s PMBOK® Guideto provide a robust project management methodology, or to augment an existing PMBOK®-based methodology with additional rigor around areas such as Quality, Organization, and Benefits Realization. The goals of this course are to provide participants with a thorough grounding in PRINCE2® and its benefits and to prepare them to sit the Foundation exam. What you will Learn You'll learn how to: Identify the benefits and principles underlying a structured approach to project management Define the PRINCE2® method in depth, including the principles, themes, and processes Prepare and practice for the Foundation exam Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Overview of the PRINCE2® Foundation exam PRINCE2® Introduction Introducing PRINCE2® The structure of PRINCE2® What PRINCE2® does not provide What makes a project a 'PRINCE2® project'? Project Management with PRINCE2® Defining a project Managing a project Controlling the variables The Project Manager's work PRINCE2 Principles PRINCE2® Principles The Seven Principles Tailoring and Adopting PRINCE2® Defining tailoring Defining embedding What can be tailored? Who is responsible for tailoring? Introduction to the PRINCE2® Themes What is a PRINCE2® Theme? What are the PRINCE2® Themes? Tailoring the themes Format of the theme chapters Business Case Need for a business case Elements of a business case How a business case is developed Managing Benefits Organization Need for a special type of organization PRINCE2® organization structure Roles in a PRINCE2® project Combining roles Quality Relevance of quality to project work Quality, quality control, and quality assurance Quality management approach and the quality register Who is responsible for quality? Plans Need for plans and their hierarchy Approach to planning Content of a PRINCE2® plan Product-based planning Risk The need to manage risks What is a risk? Risk and continued business justification A risk management option Change Change is inevitable Different types of change Baselines and configuration management Issue and change control in PRINCE2® Progress Controlling a PRINCE2® project The application of tolerance Types of control Raising exceptions Introduction to Processes Processes and the project lifecycle The PRINCE2® journey Structure of the process chapters Tailoring the processes Starting up a Project Appointing people to the PRINCE2® roles Establishing some baselines Should we go further with this work? Planning for initiation Directing a Project Should we start / continue the project? Responding to internal / external influences Should we close this project? Initiating a Project Establishing the project's approaches Creating the project plan Refining the business case Assembling the PID Controlling a Stage Authorizing and reviewing work Monitoring and reporting Handling non-planned situations Triggering the next process Managing Product Delivery Accepting work from the Project Manager Getting the work done by the team Routine and non-routine reporting Handing back the completed work Managing a Stage Boundary Taking stock of what we have done Updating the PID Consider the options for continuing / stopping Producing exception plans Closing a Project PRINCE2® at the end of a project Transition of product to operational use How well did we do? Tying up all the loose ends

PRINCE2® Foundation Projects fail for a variety of reasons including poor planning, lack of defined quality criteria, poor understanding of the business drivers, inadequate control, and lack of senior management involvement in other words, lack of a structured best practice approach to project delivery. PRINCE2® (6th Edition is the current version) is a structured, process-based approach to project management providing a methodology which can be easily tailored and scaled to suit all types of projects. It is the de facto standard for project management in the UK Government and is used extensively in more than 150 countries worldwide with in excess of 20,000 organizations already benefiting from its powerful approach. It can be used easily in combination with PMI®'s PMBOK® Guideto provide a robust project management methodology, or to augment an existing PMBOK®-based methodology with additional rigor around areas such as Quality, Organization, and Benefits Realization. The goals of this course are to provide participants with a thorough grounding in PRINCE2® and its benefits and to prepare them to sit the Foundation exam. What you will Learn You'll learn how to: Identify the benefits and principles underlying a structured approach to project management Define the PRINCE2® method in depth, including the principles, themes, and processes Prepare and practice for the Foundation exam Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Overview of the PRINCE2® Foundation exam PRINCE2® Introduction Introducing PRINCE2® The structure of PRINCE2® What PRINCE2® does not provide What makes a project a 'PRINCE2® project'? Project Management with PRINCE2® Defining a project Managing a project Controlling the variables The Project Manager's work PRINCE2 Principles PRINCE2® Principles The Seven Principles Tailoring and Adopting PRINCE2® Defining tailoring Defining embedding What can be tailored? Who is responsible for tailoring? Introduction to the PRINCE2® Themes What is a PRINCE2® Theme? What are the PRINCE2® Themes? Tailoring the themes Format of the theme chapters Business Case Need for a business case Elements of a business case How a business case is developed Managing Benefits Organization Need for a special type of organization PRINCE2® organization structure Roles in a PRINCE2® project Combining roles Quality Relevance of quality to project work Quality, quality control, and quality assurance Quality management approach and the quality register Who is responsible for quality? Plans Need for plans and their hierarchy Approach to planning Content of a PRINCE2® plan Product-based planning Risk The need to manage risks What is a risk? Risk and continued business justification A risk management option Change Change is inevitable Different types of change Baselines and configuration management Issue and change control in PRINCE2® Progress Controlling a PRINCE2® project The application of tolerance Types of control Raising exceptions Introduction to Processes Processes and the project lifecycle The PRINCE2® journey Structure of the process chapters Tailoring the processes Starting up a Project Appointing people to the PRINCE2® roles Establishing some baselines Should we go further with this work? Planning for initiation Directing a Project Should we start / continue the project? Responding to internal / external influences Should we close this project? Initiating a Project Establishing the project's approaches Creating the project plan Refining the business case Assembling the PID Controlling a Stage Authorizing and reviewing work Monitoring and reporting Handling non-planned situations Triggering the next process Managing Product Delivery Accepting work from the Project Manager Getting the work done by the team Routine and non-routine reporting Handing back the completed work Managing a Stage Boundary Taking stock of what we have done Updating the PID Consider the options for continuing / stopping Producing exception plans Closing a Project PRINCE2® at the end of a project Transition of product to operational use How well did we do? Tying up all the loose ends

Dealing with a Sales Team Certification All viable outreach groups are going by capable pioneers who realize how to maximize their staff. In the event that you lead an outreach group, you need to comprehend your key obligations, how to spur your group, how to investigate regular issues and how to smooth out the business interaction. In this course, you will find out about the job of a project lead and how you can make your group more proficient. You will find the individual characteristics you need as a chief and commonsense tips you can use consistently to construct a strong, fruitful outreach group. You Will Learn: The run of the mill design of an outreach group and who you will answer to as an administrator The essential obligations of an outreach group administrator The seven individual attributes of effective outreach group directors The 11 things great outreach group supervisors do on an everyday premise to improve their groups' exhibition The significance of listening abilities and sympathy in beating issues Step by step instructions to inspire your group and improve their proficiency Advantages of Taking This Course: In the event that you are functioning as a project lead, this course will assist you with directing your group and drive deals In the event that you are hoping to additional your profession in deals, this course will assist you with choosing whether an administration job is appropriate for you On the off chance that you function as a senior project supervisor answerable for a few divisions, this course will assist you with assessing the presentation of lower-level team leads and feature regions for change This course will show you adaptable relational abilities that will assist you with drawing in colleagues

Hazard Assessment in the Workplace Certification Consistently, a great many individuals are harmed busy working. A significant number of these wounds are preventable. The way in to a protected working environment is constant, exhaustive danger the executives. Hazard appraisal is a system and strategy that empowers managers to spot perils and lessen the danger of mischief to everybody in the climate. This course will acquaint you with the laws administering the distinguishing proof and the board of perils and dangers in the work environment. You will find out about the part of businesses and representatives in keeping a protected climate, the means associated with directing an evaluation and how to forestall normal working environment mishaps. You Will Learn: What a business should do when completing a danger appraisal How and when bosses should counsel their workers when undertaking a danger evaluation Which gatherings of laborers are especially powerless against mishaps and wounds in the working environment How work environment examinations can work with hazard the executives, and who is answerable for completing these assessments The eight techniques managers can use to forestall slips, excursions and falls Advantages of Taking This Course: On the off chance that you are a business, this course will help you meet your commitments under wellbeing and security law On the off chance that you are a specialist, this course will improve your familiarity with chances in the working environment and urge you to utilize safe working practices On the off chance that you are liable for doing chance appraisals at work, this course will assist you with distinguishing dangers and assess hazard In the event that you are a specialist agent, this course will give you a helpful outline of how and when businesses should counsel laborers with respect to wellbeing and security

PRINCE2® Foundation: Virtual In-House Training Projects fail for a variety of reasons including poor planning, lack of defined quality criteria, poor understanding of the business drivers, inadequate control, and lack of senior management involvement in other words, lack of a structured best practice approach to project delivery. PRINCE2® (6th Edition is the current version) is a structured, process-based approach to project management providing a methodology which can be easily tailored and scaled to suit all types of projects. It is the de facto standard for project management in the UK Government and is used extensively in more than 150 countries worldwide with in excess of 20,000 organizations already benefiting from its powerful approach. It can be used easily in combination with PMI®'s PMBOK® Guideto provide a robust project management methodology, or to augment an existing PMBOK®-based methodology with additional rigor around areas such as Quality, Organization, and Benefits Realization. The goals of this course are to provide participants with a thorough grounding in PRINCE2® and its benefits and to prepare them to sit the Foundation exam. What you will Learn You'll learn how to: Identify the benefits and principles underlying a structured approach to project management Define the PRINCE2® method in depth, including the principles, themes, and processes Prepare and practice for the Foundation exam Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Overview of the PRINCE2® Foundation exam PRINCE2® Introduction Introducing PRINCE2® The structure of PRINCE2® What PRINCE2® does not provide What makes a project a 'PRINCE2® project'? Project Management with PRINCE2® Defining a project Managing a project Controlling the variables The Project Manager's work PRINCE2 Principles PRINCE2® Principles The Seven Principles Tailoring and Adopting PRINCE2® Defining tailoring Defining embedding What can be tailored? Who is responsible for tailoring? Introduction to the PRINCE2® Themes What is a PRINCE2® Theme? What are the PRINCE2® Themes? Tailoring the themes Format of the theme chapters Business Case Need for a business case Elements of a business case How a business case is developed Managing Benefits Organization Need for a special type of organization PRINCE2® organization structure Roles in a PRINCE2® project Combining roles Quality Relevance of quality to project work Quality, quality control, and quality assurance Quality management approach and the quality register Who is responsible for quality? Plans Need for plans and their hierarchy Approach to planning Content of a PRINCE2® plan Product-based planning Risk The need to manage risks What is a risk? Risk and continued business justification A risk management option Change Change is inevitable Different types of change Baselines and configuration management Issue and change control in PRINCE2® Progress Controlling a PRINCE2® project The application of tolerance Types of control Raising exceptions Introduction to Processes Processes and the project lifecycle The PRINCE2® journey Structure of the process chapters Tailoring the processes Starting up a Project Appointing people to the PRINCE2® roles Establishing some baselines Should we go further with this work? Planning for initiation Directing a Project Should we start / continue the project? Responding to internal / external influences Should we close this project? Initiating a Project Establishing the project's approaches Creating the project plan Refining the business case Assembling the PID Controlling a Stage Authorizing and reviewing work Monitoring and reporting Handling non-planned situations Triggering the next process Managing Product Delivery Accepting work from the Project Manager Getting the work done by the team Routine and non-routine reporting Handing back the completed work Managing a Stage Boundary Taking stock of what we have done Updating the PID Consider the options for continuing / stopping Producing exception plans Closing a Project PRINCE2® at the end of a project Transition of product to operational use How well did we do? Tying up all the loose ends

Show Screen Equipment Awareness Certification Show screen hardware is a fundamental piece of numerous positions. It appears to be that nearly everybody, including office laborers, those directing reconnaissance, and individual collaborators invest the vast majority of their energy gazing at a screen as an aspect of their responsibilities. While it is an inevitable piece of the advanced work environment, there are precautionary measures that people should take to diminish the dangers related with long haul DSE openness. This course furnishes you with a thorough manual for evaluating show screen gear. It starts by giving you a prologue to the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations, including a conversation of worker and boss commitments. The course likewise expounds on the base workstation necessities that should be met, just as furnishing you with a progression of tips to help you control and forestall DSE hazards. You Will Learn: Data about the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations, including the reasoning behind its turn of events The base prerequisites all workstations administered by the Regulations should meet Boss commitments corresponding to the DSE Regulations, including the arrangement of eye care, preparing and data Step by step instructions to direct a workstation appraisal and data about its structure Tips on controlling and forestalling DSE chances in your working environment The fundamental factors all people should consider when leading their evaluations Advantages of Taking This Course Finding out about the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations and what they mean for the work environment Acquiring knowledge into the rights and commitments reached out to bosses and clients under the DSE Regulations Understanding the base prerequisites every workstation covered by the DSE Regulations should meet Realizing how to lead a workstation appraisal, including the fundamental components you need to remember each time you complete one Learning accommodating tips on the best way to control and diminish DSE hazards at your working environment

British Values The new ascent in psychological oppressor assaults and fanatic exercises has become a wellspring of developing worry in Britain. Significantly more disturbing is the danger of radicalisation of youth by Islamic fear monger gatherings. The Department for Education emphatically recommends ingraining British qualities from the early years as a methods for checking the dangers of radicalisation. What You Will Learn: The significance of British qualities and why they are an incredible asset to battle the danger of radicalisation How British qualities assist understudies with understanding the contrast among good and bad by rehearsing them in their day by day lives The advantages and objectives of presenting British qualities in schools and how SMSC (otherworldly, good, social and social turn of events) can help support understudy advancement How majority rules system and law and order permit a harmony among opportunity and responsibility How common regard, singular freedom and resistance have a significant influence in cultivating agreement How schools can advance these qualities in down to earth, powerful ways The Benefits of Taking This Course: This course can especially profit educators and school staff who collaborate with kids consistently. You will have the chance to impart British qualities in understudies directly since the beginning By seeing each worth, you can make inventive and reasonable exercises to advance these qualities You can permit understudies sufficient opportunity while at the same time directing their endeavors to make arrangements, carry out rules and consider current issues You can put together discussions, discourse composing and exposition challenges to rouse understudies to ponder significant issues Advancing British qualities at school causes you create future residents of the country who will act with decency and resistance The advancement of British qualities propels understudies to oppose radicalisation and programming. Ingraining British qualities assists understudies with forming into develop, composed grown-ups and permits them to decidedly add to life in present day Britain.

Direct and Produce Animation Course Overview Whether you are self-taught and you want to fill in the gaps for better efficiency and productivity, this direct and produce animation course will set you up with a solid foundation to become a confident animator expert/animation and develop more advanced skills. This comprehensive direct and produce animation course is the perfect way to kickstart your career in the field of animation. This course will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. As one of the leading course providers and most renowned e-learning specialists online, we're dedicated to giving you the best educational experience possible. This course is crafted by industry expert, to enable you to learn quickly and efficiently, and at your own pace and convenience. Who is this direct and produce animation course for? This comprehensive direct and produce animation course is suitable for anyone looking to improve their job prospects or aspiring to accelerate their career in this sector and want to gain in-depth knowledge of animation. Entry Requirement There are no academic entry requirements for this direct and produce animation course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds. As long as you are aged seventeen or over and have a basic grasp of English, numeracy and ICT, you will be eligible to enrol. Method of Assessment On successful completion of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice assessment. The assessment will be evaluated automatically and the results will be given to you immediately. Career path This direct and produce animation course opens a brand new door for you to enter the relevant job market and also provides you with the chance to accumulate in-depth knowledge at the side of needed skills to become flourishing in no time. You will also be able to add your new skills to your CV, enhance your career and become more competitive in your chosen industry. Course Curriculum Introduction Introduction The Story Importance of The Story Elements of a Good Story The Script The Script and How to Develop Character Taking Your Characters to The Next Level Developing a Plot and Creating an Outline Script Format Adobe Story Tutorial Exporting From Adobe Story to TXT or Word Concept Art Introduction to Concept Art Cartoon Styles Experimenting with Shapes Concept Art for a Villain Casting Voice Talent Casting Prepare for a Casting Casting The Voice Talent What to Look for in Casting Sound Recording Recording Sound Acoustics Directing Voice Actors Introduction to Voice Actors Improving Fake Performance Using Powerful Language for Direction Improving Line Readings Sound Post Production Understanding Sound Editing Understanding Sound Mixing Music - The Other Character Dubbing Directing Music Elements of Music Every Director Must Know Directing Music Using References Where to Get Music From Cinematography Introduction to Cinematography Visual Storytelling and Concepts Storyboard and Animatic Storyboard Analysing The Script for Storyboarding Doing The Storyboard for a Scene Finished Storyboard for The 1st Page Getting The Best From Your Animatic The Breakdown The Breakdown Example of Breakdown Animation Frame by Frame vs Rigged Characters The Animation Finishing Your Project Editing Screening and Feedback Handling Changes Staying Motivated Assessment Assessment - Direct and Produce Animation Recognised Accreditation CPD Certification Service This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field. Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees.     Certificate of Achievement Endorsed Certificate from Quality Licence Scheme After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order the Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65. Certificate of Achievement from Lead Academy After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully finished a course with Lead Academy. Certificate can be obtained in PDF version at a cost of £12, and there is an additional fee to obtain a printed copy certificate which is £35.   FAQs Is CPD a recognised qualification in the UK? CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Are QLS courses recognised? Although QLS courses are not subject to Ofqual regulation, they must adhere to an extremely high level that is set and regulated independently across the globe. A course that has been approved by the Quality Licence Scheme simply indicates that it has been examined and evaluated in terms of quality and fulfils the predetermined quality standards. When will I receive my certificate? For CPD accredited PDF certificate it will take 24 hours, however for the hardcopy CPD certificate takes 5-7 business days and for the Quality License Scheme certificate it will take 7-9 business days. Can I pay by invoice? Yes, you can pay via Invoice or Purchase Order, please contact us at info@lead-academy.org for invoice payment. Can I pay via instalment? Yes, you can pay via instalments at checkout. How to take online classes from home? Our platform provides easy and comfortable access for all learners; all you need is a stable internet connection and a device such as a laptop, desktop PC, tablet, or mobile phone. The learning site is accessible 24/7, allowing you to take the course at your own pace while relaxing in the privacy of your home or workplace. Does age matter in online learning? No, there is no age limit for online learning. Online learning is accessible to people of all ages and requires no age-specific criteria to pursue a course of interest. As opposed to degrees pursued at university, online courses are designed to break the barriers of age limitation that aim to limit the learner's ability to learn new things, diversify their skills, and expand their horizons. When I will get the login details for my course? After successfully purchasing the course, you will receive an email within 24 hours with the login details of your course. Kindly check your inbox, junk or spam folder, or you can contact our client success team via info@lead-academy.org

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Delegates attending this course must have successfully achieved the ITIL 4 Foundation Qualification; your certificate must be presented as documentary evidence to gain admission to this course. Although there is no mandatory requirement, ideally candidates should have at least two years professional experience working in IT Service Management. The ITIL 4 DPI Qualification would most likely suit the following delegates: Individuals continuing of their journey in service management ITSM managers and aspiring ITSM managers Managers of all levels involved in shaping direction and strategy or developing a continually improving team Existing ITIL qualification holders wishing to develop their knowledge The above list is a suggestion only; individuals may wish to attend based on their own career aspirations, personal goals or objectives. Delegates may take as few or as many Intermediate qualifications as they require, and to suit their needs. Overview The purpose of the ITIL 4 Direct Plan and Improve Qualification is: To provide the candidate with the practical skills necessary to create a ?learning and improving? IT organization, with a strong and effective strategic direction To provide practitioners with a practical and strategic method for planning and delivering continual improvement with the necessary agility The objectives of this course are to: Understand the Key Concepts of Direct, Plan & Improve Understand the scope of what is to be directed and/or planned, and know how to use key principles and methods of direction and planning in that context Understand the role of GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) and know how to integrate the principles and methods into the service value system Understand and know how to use the key principles and methods of continual improvement for all types of improvements Understand and know how to use the key principles and methods of Organizational Change Management to direction, planning and improvement Understand and know how to use the key principles and methods of measurement and reporting in directing, planning and improvement Understand and know how to direct, plan and improve value streams and practices This unique and central course covers requirements in both the ITIL Managing Professional and ITIL Strategic Leader designations. As such, this course is a must-have in any ITIL 4 professional development plan. You will gain the practical skills needed to establish a ?learning and improving? IT organization that possess a strong and targeted strategic direction. This class includes an exam voucher. Prerequisites ITIL© 4 Foundation 1 - KEY CONCEPTS OF DIRECT, PLAN AND IMPROVE Knowing key terms Differentiating between principle concepts Defining the relationship of Values, Outcomes, Costs and Risks 2 - SCOPING WHAT IS TO BE DIRECTED Cascading goals and requirements Deciphering effective policies, controls and guidelines Placing decision-making authority at the correct level 3 - THE ROLE OF GRC IN THE SERVICE VALUE SYSTEM The role of risk management How governance impacts DPI Ensuring that controls are sufficient but not excessive 4 - PRINCIPLES AND METHODS FOR CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENT Leverage the ITIL CI model Identify assessment objectives and outputs Select the appropriate assessment method Prioritize desired outcomes Build, justify and advocate your business case Conduct improvement reviews and lessons learned sessions Embed CI at all levels of the service value stream 5 - APPLYING COMMUNICATION AND ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE MANAGEMENT The nature and benefits of OCM Manage, communicate effectively, and influence stakeholders Establish valuable interfaces across the value chain 6 - EFFECTIVE MEASURING AND REPORTING Defining indicators and metrics to support objectives 7 - DIRECT, PLAN AND IMPROVE VALUE STREAMS Recognizing the differences between value streams and practices Choosing the right methods and techniques to direct, plan and improve value streams Additional course details:Notes New Horizons is an Authorised Training Organisation (ATO) for Peoplecert for ITIL4 Nexus Humans ITIL 4 Strategist Direct Plan and Improve (DPI) with Exam 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 ITIL 4 Strategist Direct Plan and Improve (DPI) with Exam 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.