Project Leadership Skills (On-Demand) This 4-hour course will help participants refine a skill set that is invaluable to their organization, and one that transfers easily across their professional and personal lives. To be effective within an organization, project managers need to have a wide variety of skills and abilities. Included among these are: creating and executing on a vision; motivating others; influencing without authority; networking; communicating up, down and laterally; negotiating; managing stakeholders; and managing conflict. This highly interactive workshop focuses on building the soft skills that are critical to leading a team and creating sustainable business change. Participants will gain insight into the social science as well as the brain science behind motivating and empowering others. They will learn and experiment with a variety of influencing strategies and tactics. Participants will also discover their personal communication preferences, strengths, and blind spots and will gain insight into how best to communicate with others they find 'difficult.' They will gain insight into managing the people side of change, learning strategies for dealing with each step in the process. Hands-on negotiation and conflict management activities enhance the theoretical learning, grounding it in real life and making it actionable. This course will help participants refine a skill set that is invaluable to their organization, and one that transfers easily across their professional and personal lives. What you will Learn At the end of this course, you will be able to: Explain the importance of vision in driving motivation and engagement Apply science-based research to better motivate those around you Strategically leverage both personal and positional power to achieve positive project results Determine influencing and networking strategies needed for personal growth Identify ways to problem solve communication challenges when others have different personality styles Apply the four rules of principled negotiation to a real-life conflict situation Recognize key aspects of a physiological response to conflict Utilize selected tools and techniques to 'defuse' an emotional situation Leverage various strategies and tactics to successfully deal with ambiguity at work Getting Started / Foundation Concepts Brief Introductions Course structure, goals, and objectives Managing Vision and Purpose / Motivating Others Communicating and aligning around vision Tying the present to the future The importance of purpose The art and science of motivation Networking and Influencing Positive politics and project success Types of power within organizations Power and influence Networking best practices Communication The medium and the message Personality and communication styles Communication challenges Negotiation and Conflict Management Negotiation basics Principled negotiation Dynamics of conflict The anatomy of conflict Conflict management approaches and tools Dealing with ambiguity Summary and Next Steps
Program Management Skills: Virtual In-House Training Program managers coordinate and give oversight to the efforts of marketing groups, project teams, product delivery, maintenance and support, operations and staff from various functional groups, including suppliers, business partners, and other external bodies. The goal is to ensure that proposed business transformation, through the delivery of complex products and processes, is implemented to realize the organization's strategic benefits and objectives, for which the program was selected. The goals of this course are twofold: To provide participants with key program management principles and techniques, recognized as best practices, to enable more effective program management; and to leverage core elements of the program management life cycle, processes, tools and techniques, to enable program management effectiveness. The participant will learn and apply the principles of program management through discussions, activities, and case study exercises. What You Will Learn At the end of this workshop, you will be able to: Maximize the transformational impact of a program according to the business needs Explain management principles and techniques and apply them within a program context Implement program governance and organization that will produce expected benefits Plan for and manage benefit realization, risks, issues, and quality Manage component projects' interdependencies that are linked to both program and strategic objectives Engage program stakeholders effectively. Improve communication and action planning effectiveness for programs in organizations Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts Fundamental definitions and concepts Program challenges and benefits Program best practices and success criterion Stakeholder management Governance: program management office and program boards Standard for Program Management overview Vision, Leadership, and the Business Case What is vision, why, and how? Leadership vs. Management Program business case Program Organization and Governance Program organization Program governance Program board roles and responsibilities Benefits Management Benefits explored Benefits management Benefits realization Program Management Planning Program management plan Program blueprint and roadmap Program component dossier Program tranches Program estimating Program scheduling Program Monitoring and Controlling Program Control - An Overview Program Monitoring and Controlling Monitoring and Controlling Transition Program Risk and Issue Management Risk and issue management overview Program risk management Program issue management Program Quality Management Program quality management overview Program quality management principles Program Stakeholder Management Stakeholder engagement overview Stakeholder engagement planning EI, trust, communication and stakeholder engagement Program Closure and Benefits Sustainment Program closure overview Closing the program Program benefits sustainment Summary What did we learn, and how can we implement this in our work environments?
***24 Hour Limited Time Flash Sale*** Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control Admission Gifts FREE PDF & Hard Copy Certificate| PDF Transcripts| FREE Student ID| Assessment| Lifetime Access| Enrolment Letter Begin your journey towards a rewarding and successful career by enrolling in our all-inclusive bundle of 8 Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control courses. At UKHF Online, we have carefully selected and combined these courses to equip you with the vital skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, or job seeker, our Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control bundle is designed to enhance your CV, impress potential employers, and set you apart from the competition. Key Features of the Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control Bundle: 3 QLS-Endorsed Courses: We proudly offer 3 QLS-endorsed courses within our Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control bundle, providing you with industry-recognized qualifications. Plus, you'll receive a free hardcopy certificate for each of these courses. QLS Course 01: Email Writing Training QLS Course 02: Document Control QLS Course 03: Office Skills 5 CPD QS Accredited Courses: Additionally, our bundle includes 5 relevant CPD QS accredited courses, ensuring that you stay up-to-date with the latest industry standards and practices. Course 01: Business Writing Course 02: Minute Taking Executive Training Course 03: Meeting Management Online - CPD Accredited Course 04: Microsoft Excel Complete Course 2019 Course 05: Business Law In Addition, you'll get Five Career Boosting Courses absolutely FREE with this Bundle. Course 01: Professional CV Writing Course 02: Job Search Skills Course 03: Self Esteem & Confidence Building Course 04: Professional Diploma in Stress Management Course 05: Complete Communication Skills Master Class Convenient Online Learning: Our Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control courses are accessible online, allowing you to learn at your own pace and from the comfort of your own home. Learning Outcomes of the Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control Bundle: Master the foundational principles and techniques of Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control. Develop advanced proficiency in Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control methodologies and strategies. Acquire in-depth knowledge of the latest trends and advancements in Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control. Enhance your problem-solving and critical thinking abilities within the context of Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control. Cultivate strong communication and collaboration skills essential for success in Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control. The Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control bundle is a comprehensive collection of courses that have been meticulously designed to provide you with a well-rounded education in Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control. With a combination of 3 QLS-endorsed courses and 5 CPD QS-accredited courses, this bundle offers you the perfect balance of essential knowledge and valuable skills. What's more, we are proud to offer free hardcopy certificates for each course within the Email Writing, Office Skills & Document Control bundle, giving you the recognition you deserve. CPD 250 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Individuals who wish to develop their professional skills and acquire knowledge of essential tools Who wants to learn the methods used in quality management, lean six sigma, and administrative tasks. Beginners, as well as professionals seeking to enhance their skills. Career path Quality Manager - £30,000 to £70,000 per year Administrative Assistant - £15,000 to £25,000 per year Business Analyst - £25,000 to £50,000 per year Document Controller - £20,000 to £40,000 per year Project Manager - £35,000 to £70,000 per year Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Hard copy certificate Hard copy certificate - Included
Project Contract Management Skills: Virtual In-House Training Contracts are a critical part of most large or strategic projects/programs. As such, it is imperative that Project and Program Managers be well versed on basic implications of a contract as well as best practices in contract management. While not as critical a need, anyone involved in projects that involve external relationships should have a healthy appreciation for the power of good contract management. The overall goal of the course is to provide knowledge to manage complex contracts in a global environment. What You Will Learn After this program, you will be able to: Explain overall project procurement process from a buyer and seller perspective Recognize the importance of key contractual terms and how they affect projects Evaluate and contribute to the pre-contract documents and processes Identify and mitigate common pitfalls throughout the procurement process Utilize techniques to administer contracts Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts The Importance of Contract Management Terms and Definitions Contract Management Process Legal Systems Codes of Conduct Planning Business Analysis Procurement Management Plan Procurement Statement of Work (SOW) Common Pitfalls Solicit Contract Market Analysis Bid documents Sellers' Proposals Pitfalls Execute Contract Evaluate and Award Contract Negotiate Contract Execute Contract Common Pitfalls Deliver the Contract Preparing to Deliver Project Plan Risk Management Common Pitfalls Administer Contract Enabling Contract Management Contract Performance Monitoring and Control Change Management Financial Management / Payment Dispute Management & Resolution Contract Completion and Closure
This short course will help you take your images from the screen to final professional-quality prints. We will walk through the processes and techniques needed to take the mystery out of this often daunting and overlooked part of the creative process. By the end of the day you will have gained the skills and confidence to take digital files through preparation in Photoshop, optimisation, and onto physical test printing, adjustments and final output on Stills’ large format Epson inkjet printer. We’ll cover areas critical to the desired outcome including screen and print calibration, paper choice and ICC profile use. By the end of the day you will have two A3 prints on premium Hahnemule matt or gloss papers. Participants should have a basic understanding of Photoshop and attend with a selection of their own RAW files or high resolution TIFFs to work with through the practical exercises. Morning We will begin with evaluating our images and processing the file to maximise print quality output. We will then use Adobe Bridge, Adobe Camera Raw & Adobe Photoshop for the optimisation process. Participants will be guided in preparing their images ready for test printing, before evaluating and adjusting. Discussion will cover using ICC profiles, screen and print calibration, colour rendering, canvas sizing, and sharpening for final print output on various media. Afternoon We will then put the skills we have learned into practice, producing and evaluating test prints before undertaking our final A3 digital inkjet prints. Each participant will finish the session with two finished prints. There will be plenty of opportunity for participants to ask questions at every stage, so that you feel confident and can make informed decisions throughout the whole process. This course is designed for those who are already familiar with some digital photography processes but who want to pursue a particular aspect and develop skills in a specific genre. It is the perfect follow-on from our Digital SLR training courses and will support you in building upon your existing knowledge and allow you to work confidently on your own projects. Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout.
Portfolio Management Skills: Virtual In-House Training The main purpose of this workshop is to equip and enable people in a portfolio management office and PMO to effectively and efficiently support the Executive Leadership and Operational Management to plan, implement, manage, and evolve portfolio management in their organization. There is a deliberate focus on preparing you to become a strong and effective change advocate for meaningful portfolio management that delivers objective measurements of benefit contribution towards the strategic objectives to lead, manage, and continuously improve portfolio management governance, processes, and frameworks with and through the direction of a portfolio practice, principles, and delivery boards. What you Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Articulate the benefits of portfolio management Link the initiatives in an organization with its strategic objectives Participate in the introduction of portfolio management in an organization Create or improve the portfolio governance structure Lead the inventory of ongoing and new initiatives Assist the executives in the prioritization of initiatives through the use of Multi-criteria Analysis and other selection tools Support the executives in balancing the portfolio based on the optimal use of resources and priorities Create a portfolio delivery plan Define thresholds and variance reporting criteria Assist the executives and the financial team in the definition of Stage Gate Funding Lead the Stage Gate reviews Analyze the benefits that are being realized by the initiatives Foundation Concepts Definitions Benefits of Portfolio Management Objectives of Portfolio Management Portfolio Life Cycles Governing the Portfolio Portfolio Governance structure Roles and responsibilities Initial activities when starting portfolio management Prioritizing Initiatives Prioritize purpose Multi-Criteria Analysis Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) Strategic alignment Balancing the Portfolio Allocating resources and budgets Communicating decisions of initiatives status Planning the Portfolio Planning review cycles Using Stage Gate Funding Setting thresholds and variance reporting Tool examples Managing the Portfolio Delivery Project and Program Life Cycles Stage Gate Reviews Loop back to Prioritize, Balance and Plan Interaction with the Portfolio Delivery Board Project, Program and Functional Managers' roles and responsibilities
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***24 Hour Limited Time Flash Sale*** Office Skills, Minute Taking and PA - Endorsed Certificate Admission Gifts FREE PDF & Hard Copy Certificate| PDF Transcripts| FREE Student ID| Assessment| Lifetime Access| Enrolment Letter Transform your professional potential with our Office Skills, Minute Taking and PA - Endorsed Certificate course bundle. Immerse yourself in an expansive learning experience with three robust QLS-endorsed courses: Office Skills and Administration Level 7, Minute Taking Executive Training Level 5, and Admin, Secretarial and PA Diploma Level 7. Each course presents a hardcopy certificate upon completion, enhancing your portfolio with accredited qualifications. To compliment your learning, we have included five additional CPD QS accredited courses. These encompass topics such as Workplace Productivity Training, Workplace Confidentiality, Document Control, Organising and Decluttering Course, and Microsoft Word Advanced. Embrace a new trajectory in your professional journey with this meticulously curated bundle. From understanding minute taking to mastering advanced features of Microsoft Word, the journey is filled with invaluable theoretical knowledge to equip you for a rewarding career in administration and office management. Key Features of the Office Skills, Minute Taking and PA - Endorsed Certificate Bundle: 3 QLS-Endorsed Courses: We proudly offer 3 QLS-endorsed courses within our Office Skills, Minute Taking and PA - Endorsed Certificate bundle, providing you with industry-recognized qualifications. Plus, you'll receive a free hardcopy certificate for each of these courses. QLS Course 01: Office Skills and Administration Level 7 QLS Course 02: Minute Taking Executive Training Level 5 QLS Course 03: Admin, Secretarial and PA Diploma Level 7 5 CPD QS Accredited Courses: Additionally, our bundle includes 5 relevant CPD QS accredited courses, ensuring that you stay up-to-date with the latest industry standards and practices. Course 01: Workplace Productivity Training Course 02: Workplace Confidentiality Course 03: Document Control Course 04: Organising and Decluttering Course Course 05: Microsoft Word Advanced In Addition, you'll get Five Career Boosting Courses absolutely FREE with this Bundle. Course 01: Professional CV Writing Course 02: Job Search Skills Course 03: Self Esteem & Confidence Building Course 04: Professional Diploma in Stress Management Course 05: Complete Communication Skills Master Class Convenient Online Learning: Our Office Skills, Minute Taking and PA - Endorsed Certificate courses are accessible online, allowing you to learn at your own pace and from the comfort of your own home. Learning Outcomes: Gain a comprehensive understanding of office skills and administration. Learn the art of effective minute taking. Achieve proficiency in the roles of admin, secretarial and PA. Understand and implement strategies for workplace productivity. Master the principles of workplace confidentiality and document control. Learn the techniques for organising and decluttering workplaces. Our Office Skills, Minute Taking and PA - Endorsed Certificate course bundle is a deep dive into the intricacies of office management, administration, and executive support. It offers a balanced blend of QLS-endorsed and CPD QS accredited courses. Whether you're a seasoned administrative professional looking to upscale your skills or a novice seeking a strong theoretical base, this bundle sets the groundwork. Embark on this comprehensive learning journey and prepare for a robust career in office management and administration! CPD 250 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Administrative professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge and skills. Individuals interested in a career as a personal assistant or secretary. Current minute takers looking to refine their abilities. Aspiring office managers and administrators. Career path Office Administrator (Salary Range: £18,000 - £30,000) Executive Secretary (Salary Range: £25,000 - £55,000) Personal Assistant (Salary Range: £25,000 - £45,000) Document Control Specialist (Salary Range: £23,000 - £45,000) Professional Minute Taker (Salary Range: £20,000 - £35,000) Workplace Organization Consultant (Salary Range: £20,000 - £40,000) Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Hard copy certificate Hard copy certificate - Included