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Dealing With Violence In The Workplace on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecoursewareSelf Directed Course description -- More often than we care to admit, society and the workplace are becoming more violent. This course has tools and methods to help the manager or supervisor recognize potentially violent situations before they need attention, and then to take positive action to avoid or eliminate the potential problem. There is a wide array of techniques to help leaders use communication, more...
Managing Stress on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecoursewareSelf Directed Course description -- The tools and techniques in this course will help you understand and diagnose the stress in your life, identify the stressors you can and cannot control, and assess your readiness to make changes. There are methods to help you develop a systematic approach to eliminate stressors, manage your time, and implement short-term and long-term coping mechanisms. Youa ll develop a more...
Solving Problems as a Team on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecoursewareSelf Directed Course description -- This course identifies some of the most useful group problem-solving techniques that teams can use. You will learn how to encourage collaboration on your team, work through problems together, and combine methods for complex problems. You will be given tools and techniques to help you follow a standard problem-solving process, and get team consensus and support. The course more...
Influence Your Customer to Take Action and Buy on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecoursewareSelf Directed Achieve the right personal a chemistrya throughout the selling process. more...
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Training and Facilitation: Plan your Own Development on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd MAXIM TRAINING This course is about you and your own development. It helps identify and plan what you can do to develop your own skills, knowledge and abilities, in order to achieve what you want from life. By the end of the course you'll have an action plan for your development as far into the future as you choose. Although you'll focus on your working life, many lessons apply equally well to more...
Leadership and Team Development: The Effective Leader on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd MAXIM TRAINING This course will make you a more effective leader - whether you're responsible for leading a project, a team, a a department or even a company! Whatever your role, we're assuming you must lead people in order to achieve results. This course focuses on ACTION you can take to ensure people follow you so you get results. more...
Interpreting Budget Variancies on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd From the corporate world to the corner shop, from running a restaurant to controlling a production line -- you just can't avoid the need to understand money. This course will help you understand how to use budgets as a management tool: for solving problems, taking smart decisions and improving teamwork and communication. You can examine how to systematically analyse budget variances and go about more...
Managing Yourself : Dealing with Stress on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Today's manager needs leadership skills. Today's manager must be able to shape people into effective working units ...called teams ...and lead them to success. However leading a team of people and juggling priorities and deadlines can cause you stress. As a leader you need to recognise whether you or your team are suffering from stress, identify what's causing that stress and take action to reduce more...
Writing Skills : Writing Business Letters on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Clear writing demonstrates clear thinking and in business writing can be one of the most powerful and persuasive tools for getting things done. This course focuses on helping you achieve results with written communication and on increasing your effectiveness in black and white. It will give you tips and hints for wording and structuring business letters and on shaping powerful paragraphs. Whether more...
Writing Skills : Writing Long Documents on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Clear writing demonstrates clear thinking and in business writing can be one of the most powerful and persuasive tools for getting things done. This course focuses on helping you achieve results with written communication and on increasing your effectiveness in black and white. It will give you tips and hints for outlining and structuring longer documents and for creating that vital executive more...
Writing Skills : Editing your Writing on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Clear writing demonstrates clear thinking and in business writing can be one of the most powerful and persuasive tools for getting things done. This course focuses on helping you achieve results with written communication and on increasing your effectiveness in black and white. It will outline the value of spending quality edit time and give you practical tips and hints for editing objectively and more...
Writing Skills : Simple, Powerful English on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd vClear writing demonstrates clear thinking and in business writing can be one of the most powerful and persuasive tools for getting things done. This course focuses on helping you achieve results with written communication and on increasing your effectiveness in black and white. It will help you choose simple, powerful words that make your message crystal clear. Whether you're writing to take care more...
Writing Skills : Introduction to Clear Layout on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Clear writing demonstrates clear thinking and in business writing can be one of the most powerful and persuasive tools for getting things done. This course focuses on helping you achieve results with written communication and on increasing your effectiveness in black and white. It will give you tips and hints on creating documents that are attractive, to-the-point and easy to read. Whether you're more...
Writing Skills: Writing Direct Mail on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Clear writing demonstrates clear thinking and in business writing can be one of the most powerful and persuasive tools for getting things done. This course focuses on helping you achieve results through direct mail. It gives guidelines on planning and structuring your mail shot, examines the language you choose to enhance your message and gives tips and hints on effective follow up. Whether you're more...
Writing Skills : Writing to Complain on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Clear writing demonstrates clear thinking and in business writing can be one of the most powerful and persuasive tools for getting things done. This course gives you a step by step guide to writing concise and effective complaint letters that get results. It looks in detail at the importance of addressing your letter to the correct person, stating your complaint clearly and succinctly; what more...
Writing Skills : Resolving Written Complaints on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Clear writing demonstrates clear thinking and in business writing can be one of the most powerful and persuasive tools for getting things done. This course focuses on helping you achieve results with written communication and on increasing your effectiveness in black and white. It will give you tips and hints for replying to written complaints assertively, to win the customer back onto your side more...
Writing Skills : Inter-Office Communications on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Clear writing demonstrates clear thinking and in business writing can be one of the most powerful and persuasive tools for getting things done. This course focuses on helping you achieve results with written communication and on increasing your effectiveness in black and white. It will give you tips and hints on creating concise, powerful memos, emails and other inter-office communications that more...
Writing Skills : Credit Control Letters on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Clear writing demonstrates clear thinking and in business writing can be one of the most powerful and persuasive tools for getting things done. This course focuses on helping you achieve results with written communication and on increasing your effectiveness in black and white. It will give you tips and hints for writing credit control letters that work - that get your company's money back without more...
Getting Ready to Write on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Clear writing demonstrates clear thinking and in business writing can be one of the most powerful and persuasive tools for getting things done. This course lays the groundwork for solid persuasive writing. It explores the pros and cons of different methods of communication and helps you make the best choice. It will help you set your objective and gives tips on how to identify the best tone for more...
Personal Effectiveness - Teamworking: Handling Difficult Team Members on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Where people are working together, two plus two can equal more than four. People can achieve more than they would on their own as part of a cohesive and effective team, capitalising on each other's skills, experience and strengths. But working together isn't always sweetness and light. This course will show you how to take power by taking action and gain control in difficult situations. You can more...
Cisco Internetwork Troubleshooting - Part 1 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd This is the first course in a five-part series on Cisco Internetwork Troubleshooting 4.0 (CIT 4.0). CIT 4.0 teaches students how to baseline and troubleshoot an environment using Cisco routers and switches for multiprotocol client hosts and servers. This is an advanced series that shows networking professionals troubleshooting processes on Cisco Routers and Catalyst Switches. This course will more...
Sexual Harassment: What Employees Should Know (Service) on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Sexual Harassment: What Employees Should Know teaches participants about the behaviors that constitute sexual harassment and explains the legal problems it can cause your organization. Participants learn to recognize the different types of sexual harassment and to take appropriate action to prevent it. more...
Sexual Harassment: What Employees Should Know (Manufacturing) on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Sexual Harassment: What Employees Should Know teaches participants about the behaviors that constitute sexual harassment and explains the legal problems it can cause your organization. Participants learn to recognize the different types of sexual harassment and to take appropriate action to prevent it. more...
Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure Administration Part 1: DHCP, DNS, and WINS on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd This is the first course in a five-part series that will provide IT professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, manage, monitor, configure, and troubleshoot DNS, DHCP, Remote Access, Network Protocols, IP Routing, and WINS in a Windows 2000 network infrastructure. At the completion of this course, students will learn to identify DHCP concepts; identify procedures to more...
Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure Administration Part 4: Security on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the fourth course in a five-part series that will provide IT professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, manage, monitor, configure, and troubleshoot DNS, DHCP, Remote Access, Network Protocols, IP Routing, and WINS in a Windows 2000 network infrastructure. At the completion of this course, students will learn to encrypt a file; add and remove a recovery agent; more...
Microsoft SQL Server 7.0: Implementing a Database - Part 1 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the first course in a five part series that will provide students with the knowledge to implement a database solution with Microsoft SQL Server 7.0. more...
Microsoft SQL Server 7.0: Implementing a Database - Part 5 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the final course in a five part series that will provide students with the knowledge to implement a database solution with Microsoft SQL Server 7.0. more...
Microsoft Visual InterDev 6.0: Implementing Server Technologies on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ... features and installation requirements of Microsoft Transaction Server (MTS) and the features of MTS components; Identify the elements and views of Microsoft Transaction Server (MTS) Explorer; identify the guidelines for creating transaction objects; create a package, add a component to a package and set the component properties; implement declarative security for MTS; set package identity and more...
Designing and Implementing Distributed Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0 - Part 2 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the second course in a five part series that will provide programmers with the basic skills to build three-tier client/server solutions. more...
Overview of Business Process Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In today's business world, competition is tough. Organizations are under a great deal of pressure to become more productive and more efficient while developing new, innovative products and services more rapidly than ever before. Management is demanding improved quality, reduced costs, and increased productivity with fewer resources. How can organizations respond to these pressures while remaining more...
Process Analysis and Documentation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...es to causes in a cause and effect diagram; and create an action plan to change noise variables to constants. Six Sigma is a registered Trademark of Motorola Corporation, and all rights, title, and interest in Six Sigma belong to Motorola. Candidates for Black Belt certification; managers/executives overseeing personnel involved in the implementation of Six Sigma in their organization; more...
Relationship Management Building the Client Relationship on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...red vision with your client. You will also learn specific action items to help you build trust with a client, which will enable you to become a coach and ultimately an advisor to your customer. Finally, you will learn how to extend the client relationship by fulfilling client needs and turning client objections into opportunities. The target audience for this course is experienced sales more...
Completing Your Field Sales Approach on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) What does it take to successfully present valuable solutions and close sales while achieving a sense of accomplishment and trust between you and your customer? Completing Your Field Sales Approach highlights how to present sales solutions and close sales with your customers. Included in the course are steps and tips for overcoming customer objections effectively. You'll have opportunities to more...
Inbound Call Center Management Leadership on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Did you know that your personality can greatly affect your leadership skills? Are you aware that even if you are a fabulous manager, you may not be an effective leader? As a call center manager, how can you motivate everyone, including senior management, to work together toward a common goal? As you progress through this "Inbound Call Center Management: Leadership" course, you will become aware more...
The Customer Service Agent in Action on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) There are now some 7 million customer service agents (CSAs) working in nearly 80,000 call centers in the United States. Call centers are burgeoning in Europe and the Pacific Rim as well, and experts predict that the number of CSAs will grow by 20 percent each year. Worldwide, revenues for the call center industry could soon reach almost $60 billion. The magnitude of these numbers suggests the more...
Professional Skills for Customer Service Agents on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) As a customer service agent (CSA), the focus of your job is to solve customers' problems within a short amount of time. To do this, you have to understand the optimum methods for professionally processing a large volume of customers representing many different personality types. This can be a challenging task. You can successfully handle an agent's workload while satisfying customers by mastering more...
Customer Satisfaction Analysis and Implementation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...action survey will depend largely on the power of the analytical tools you apply to the data and the effectiveness of actions taken based on the resulting information. Although the analysis itself is best conducted by your statistical team, you'll be able to use survey results more effectively if you understand how key analytical tools are applied. In this course, you'll examine how to more...
Initiating a Project and Preparing the Project Plan on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Project integration management is concerned with ensuring the proper coordination of project processes so project objectives are achieved. Successful project managers use project integration management to integrate project processes, maximize performance, and meet project goals throughout the life cycle of a project. This course will highlight the importance of project integration management to more...
Executing Monitoring Controlling and Closing a Project on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...ses are focused on anticipating problems and recommending actions. The Closing Process Group involves bringing the project to closure; the decision to finalize the project and its phases or cancel the project will depend upon the situation. The three Process Groups covered in this course entail many processes that are designed to manage progress, measure performance, take corrective action if more...
Project IT Management Simulation - Design to Rollout on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...een arranged online, American Auto will complete the transaction and deliver the customer's new vehicle to their home or work. In order to make web purchasing a reality, the company's IT department has been tasked with upgrading the company's web site to include these features, and you have been tasked with overseeing this project. With th IT project managers, and IT professionals preparing to more...
Stakeholder Interests and Cultural Diversity PMBOK aligned on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) As the project manager, you're in the center of the storm. The competing interests of stakeholders--including those of the client, the company, the legal and social environment, and the team itself--are your responsibility. Weighing these interests in the most fair and productive manner is an acquired art you can't afford to neglect. But that's not all. In an increasingly global network, project more...
Working with Difficult People Cope With Continued Conflict on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...a conflict resolution effort, select the most appropriate action to handle a difficult situation, based on the specific circumstances and identify options available to you if you are unable to resolve an issue. The Stress Management curriculum presents easily adopted techniques for today's busy professionals to increase productivity by eliminating common barriers to success. All levels of more...
Balancing Stress Devise a Stress Control Plan on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Balancing Stress: Devise a Stress Control Plan, is the fourth of fourteen courses in this curriculum. After the completion of this course you will be able to implement guidelines for assertiveness in life, classify behavior types in terms of a widely used and accepted model, identify strategies to modify behavior types and develop an action plan for tackling stress. The Stress Management more...
Developing a Positive Attitude on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...n you are in, but how you react to that situation. Your reaction to the situations you encounter is significantly influenced by your attitude. Having a positive attitude involves looking for the best in a situation, being realistic about possibilities and consequences, and having the courage to believe that you can succeed. It isn't always easy to be positive. You may feel that the odds are more...
Improving Your Cross-cultural Communications on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Picture the scene. You've been asked to contact some new clients based over 3,000 miles away. You've never spoken with them before and you're not sure what response you'll get. This is a familiar situation that is played out daily in many organizations around the world. How many times have you found yourself in this situation? Thankfully, there are things you can do to improve your cross-cultural more...
Assertiveness from the Inside Out on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Do you sometimes wonder if there's a way to alter your professional style--to change yourself from the inside out? Do you want to develop your professional assertive style? Do you want to learn about strategies that can help you interact assertively with others in the workplace? Are you placed in situations where assertive negotiations are needed? Now is a good time to enhance your professional more...
Management Development for Technical Professionals on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...agement skills. With this preparation, you will create an action plan to realize your development program. Next, you will create the necessary personal and professional networks within your organization to ensure a smooth, successful transition from technical professional to manager. Upon completion of this course, you will be prepared for the chal This course is designed for technical more...
Mentoring Essentials Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...ation are to inform Tilly of company policies, prepare an Action Plan for her professional development, and guide Tilly through personal and professional problems. During this first month, you will practice: supportive listening, giving effective feedback, guiding by asking questions, advocating for your protege, maintaining professionalism through problems, and much more. The simulation is more...
Becoming a Manager on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) What does becoming a manager involve? What skills are needed to be a good one, and what will others expect of you? These are all natural questions for anyone who is about to become a manager, or who has recently been promoted. Moving into a first management role represents possibly one of the biggest changes in your working life. The transition from player to manager is an exciting, but more...
Succession Planning Strategies on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) You've decided to create a succession plan for your organization, but where do you start? This course explains how to begin the succession planning process. You will discover how to initiate a succession planning process from the conceptualization of the problem to developing an action plan. You will also discover opportunities for customizing the succession plan. Your understanding of succession more...
Initiating a Succession Plan Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Ulema, Inc. is a market research firm providing consulting, market analysis, strategic planning and technology forecasting services. The Ulema Reports Group (URG), a wholly owned subsidiary of Ulema, Inc., produces single and multi-client studies on fast-moving market sectors. The lifecycles for these studies are often as little as 6 months to one year from the start of development, so in order more...
Implementing a Succession Plan Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Ulema Inc. is a market research firm providing consulting, market analysis, strategic planning and technology forecasting services. The Ulema Reports Group (URG), a wholly owned subsidiary of Ulema Inc., produces single and multi-client studies on fast moving market sectors. The lifecycles for these studies are often as little as 6 months to one year from the start of development, so in order more...
Team Leadership Promoting Your Team s Effectiveness on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Team Leadership: Promoting Your Team's Effectiveness offers the student an overview of how to set goals, prevent team ineffectiveness, and measure individual and team performance. The program covers in detail the steps for setting effective goals, the steps for measuring team and individual performance, and the advantages and negative effects of diversity. Managers and team leaders who are more...
360-Degree Performance Appraisal Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In this simulation, you will assume the role of Northeast Regional Director of Sales for IpSwitch Components, a seller and service provider of computer networking hardware. Recently, the company decided to experiment with a 360-degree performance feedback system, hoping to replace the traditional manager-level review process. This simulation is based on the SkillSoft series 360-Degree Performance more...
Managing Managers on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...nsure that the organization's strategy is translated into action. These managers often need guidance, feedback, and appraisal on the application of business strategy. Managing managers is likely to be a greater challenge than ever before. It requires a new set of skills, insights, and competencies to drive performance and improve the bottom line. Successful managers must not only have the more...
Key Stages in Coaching on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Coaching has many uses in organizations, and the sequence of coaching activities is similar in all of them. This course will involve learners in the continuous process of discovery, goal setting, action planning, and follow-up that distinguishes coaching from other development methods. This course is for anyone in an organization who has a role in improving the performance of co-workers, keeping more...
Mindsets Emotions and Coaching on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) What makes coachees receptive to your advice? What makes them willing to listen? Much of your success depends on the mindset, moods, and emotions of the people you coach. If they are feeling negative about the coaching experience or overcome with anxiety about poor workplace performance, they are unlikely to be receptive--no matter how valuable your insight may be. Getting in tune with your more...
Goal Setting Organizational Goal Setting on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In ''Goal Setting: Organizational Goal Setting,'' you will learn how to set goals with teams. You will also learn how to set goals for an organization through the use of organizational objectives, statements of values, and vision and mission statements. In addition, you will learn how to implement strategic goals in your workplace. The target audience for this program is administrators, managers, more...
Communicating a Shared Vision on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) If you can dream it, you can do it. Walt Disney's words ring as true today as they did many years ago when they were first displayed above the Epcot Center. The importance of a vision cannot be denied. Neither can the importance of communicating that vision to the people responsible for supporting it. Communicating your vision gives purpose and meaning to the work that people do, and pursuing and more...
E-Learning Essentials Pt 1 E-Learning and Successful Strategy on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This Course is designed to cover the broad offerings within the scope of e-learning and the various challenges that arise in implementing an e-learning solution. It places e-learning within the context of learning and knowledge management and the role of e-learning in harnassing an organizations's intellectual and human assests. The course covers the importance of a clear and effective more...
Affirmative Action and the EEO HRCI PHR on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...uch as equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action (AA). The HRCI certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry standard for evaluating Human Resource professional's competencies. HRCI is an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and provides testing and certification services. As a human resources professional, you are responsible for more...
Hiring Considerations on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Recruitment is a complex and important activity for a manager. Effective hiring requires effective preparation. The recruitment process must be fair and safe, and there is plenty of legislation to trip up the unwary manager. Getting any part of this wrong is expensive, time consuming, and damaging to the good name of the company. This course will give you a brief overview of the major employment more...
Strategic Approaches to Risk Management HRCI SPHR on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Risk management, the safeguarding of the health, safety, and security of employees, is essential for business success and of particular concern to HR professionals. This course explains how to apply common occupational health, safety, and security guidelines and programs. It also outlines how security risk analysis can be used to avoid future emergencies. This course prepares HR professionals and more...
EEO and Affirmative Action HRCI PHR on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...uch as equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action (AA). The (HRCI) certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry standard for evaluating Human Resource professional's competencies. HRCI is an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management and provides testing and certification services. As a human resources professional, you are responsible for helping more...
Managerial Decisions and Capital Budgeting on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...decisions involve choosing between alternative courses of action and developing formal plans for future action. This course explains several methods of analysis that can help business managers to choose alternatives that offer the highest rate of return on investment or the greatest reduction in costs. In this course, topics such as capital budgeting and managerial decisions provide you with more...
Behavior Putting Your Best Foot Forward on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Are you interested in taking charge of your career? Would you like your job to be more interesting, to offer you more challenges? Today's workplace offers more opportunities than ever for administrative support professionals to assume more responsibility and be more active in office decision-making. This course will show you some ways to assess yourself to ensure you're ready to work towards a new more...
Managing Yourself and Those Around You on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Successful administrative support professionals must be good managers. This means managing their own time and energies, as well as cooperatively working with their boss and co-workers. This course teaches successful strategies for dealing with the myriad demands on the time, resources, communication skills, and organizational powers of administrative assistants. Administrative support more...
Administrative Functions on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Administrative support professionals are the central nervous systems of an office. Their responsibilities are numerous and vital to the operation of their organization. Knowing the best ways to perform office functions will enable administrative support professional to complete their responsibilities efficiently and effectively. This course will present you with information that will help you more...
Advancing Your Administrative Career on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Getting a position as an administrative support professional is a great accomplishment. However, have you considered what your next move should be? This course will show you how to advance on the job by providing you with important information about having a professional image and a successful attitude. You will learn valuable leadership skills and methods for motivating others. You will gain more...
Total Productive Maintenance TPM on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) How do you ensure that the maintenance requirements of physical assets are met as cheaply and effectively as possible? The goal is to reduce downtime and minimize maintenance costs. Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is a systematic approach to eliminating waste associated with production equipment and machinery. It is an approach that seeks to engage all levels and functions in an organization to more...
Lean Logic on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ... when getting dressed. What is the logic behind taking an action that seems so counterintuitive? You probably wouldn't implement this new methodology without a thorough explanation of its origin and logic, right? Some of the lean manufacturing suggestions may also strike you as counterintuitive. That's because Lean Manufacturing is more than a concept, it is a philosophy based on definitions, more...
Managing and Maintaining Brand Equity on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...cessfully? By being ready for change and having a plan of action. This course gives brand managers, and anyone involved in marketing, an awareness of the ongoing spectrum of issues involving brand management, as well as step-by-step strategies to help your brand survive--and even thrive--in a competitive market. So, what opportunities, influences and threats does your brand face? Lesson one more...
Analyzing the Market on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This course will walk you through four crucial elements of analyzing your market. First, you'll learn to scan your environment, considering the economical, technological, social, and political impacts on your organization. Then you'll learn how market segmentation can assist you in developing products and marketing strategies. You'll be given a set of tools that can be utilized for developing and more...
Competitive Factors in Strategic Marketing on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) You've got a great idea for a new product or service for your organization, or a major enhancement for an existing one. Now you've got to present the case to the decision-makers to go forward. What kinds of topics should you include in your strategic marketing plan? In this course you'll learn exactly what to consider as you develop and present your plan, including market data and competitor more...
Writing a Marketing Plan Phase 1 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This course will define the marketing plan, types of plans and outline the purposes for using a marketing plan. You will then get started on writing the plan by establishing objectives and working on introductory elements. Then, you'll complete a situational analysis that evaluates the overall market, industry, internal and competitive factors pertinent to your product or service. Finally, you'll more...
Writing the Marketing Plan Creative Strategy on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) You've completed the first part of your marketing plan. Now it's time to write about your marketing tactics. You'll discover just how to match your product with your target market, determining exactly what the competitive advantages of your particular product are. Then you'll explore the price-setting strategies that will help make your product a success. Marketing managers, supervisors or team more...
Creating a Marketing Campaign on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Your marketing plan has been approved Now you need to get the job done. How you execute your plan is as crucial as the plan itself. In this course, you'll learn about tactical marketing tools needed to put your plan into gear and create your marketing mix. These include branding, packaging, promotions, publicity, advertising and merchandising. Managers and team leaders with responsibility for more...
Marketing Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) So, now you're a marketing manager. What are the expectations you and others have of this position? What skills do you need? How do you put together a marketing team? How do you lead that team to success? How can you tell if you're doing a good job? In this course you'll look at marketing management from top to bottom--starting from the basic skills you need as a marketing manager, through more...
Financial Analysis for Successful Marketing on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Whether you have a "head" for numbers, or a "dread" of numbers, no strategic marketing plan will be successful without a thorough financial analysis. The final course in this series takes a user-friendly, interactive approach to help you master the numbers game. You will analyze typical financial parameters associated with setting up a financial budget as part of an overall marketing strategy. more...
Elements of Marketing Strategy on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) You want to develop a powerful, and well-documented marketing strategy in order to get your new product or service approved. This course is designed to give you a strong start in developing your marketing vision, direction, and ultimately a plan. You'll get an overview of the key factors encompassing the broad scope of strategic marketing. You'll be able to discuss cost structures and their more...
Developing and Deploying Strategic Plans on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...ory factors. With these considerations, an organization's action plan can be developed and deployed, and its effectiveness evaluated.This course explores the concepts of strategic planning models, business environmental analysis, and strategic plan deployment. It is aligned with the Quality Management Division of the American Society for Quality s Certification Handbook, and is designed to more...
Supply Chain Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) At what level are your suppliers performing? Are the relationships with your suppliers benefiting the organization? A quality-centered relationship with a supplier can play a vital role in the success of organizations, providing a competitive advantage in today's aggressive global marketplace. Without sound performance measurement and communication strategies, the relationship between you and your more...
Customer Satisfaction Through Resource Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) The ISO 9001:2000 standard structures its Quality Management System (QMS) model into four major areas: Management Responsibility; Resource Management; Product Realization; and Measurement, Analysis, and Improvement. Resource Management is one important component of the QMS. This course examines the management of human, material, and environmental resources that are necessary to maintain an more...
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) U.S. firms seeking to do business in foreign markets must be familiar with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). The act prohibits corrupt payments to foreign officials for the purpose of obtaining or keeping business. This course provides an overview of the FCPA. It illustrates how the act can impact your business and gives advice on the steps you can take to make sure that your business more...
Trade Secrets on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...by common law principles in others. Owners may take legal action if their trade secrets are violated. The single most effective step owners can take to protect trade secrets is to get employees, contractors, and other relevant individuals to sign properly drafted, binding nondisclosure agreements (NDAs). These agreements provide strong protection in most, though not all, circumstances. This more...
Documenting Discipline on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...action in the workplace is a delicate matter. A serious conflict between manager and worker can give rise to a lengthy grievance procedure, or, at worst, legal action. Detailed disciplinary documents are the best defense when a manager's actions are called into question. Without these documents there may be no record of a worker's repeated infractions or failure to satisfy job requirements. more...
Design Concepts for Web Sites on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To describe, explain, and equip students to use the basic techniques of web site design and development Web authors, webmasters, marketing and communications professionals, PR professionals, graphic designers, desktop designers, technical writers, and library scientists more...
Employee Sexual Harassment Awareness on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ... workplace. Participants will also learn about courses of action available to victims, as well as the rights of employees, and the responsibilities of employers relative to sexual harassment in the workplace. This one-hour course can help your company demonstrate its commitment to a fair, responsible, and healthy organizational environment free from harassment and intimidation. SkillSoft's more...
Harassment in the Workplace on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Harassment in the workplace is not confined to sexual harassment. Harassment can be based on all protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, religion, age, and disability. Depending on state law and other circumstances, additional characteristics such as sexual orientation and marital status may also be protected. An effective harassment prevention training program must more...
Dealing with Sexual Harassment Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...order to get a promotion and raise, you will need to take action to deal with the situation. This simulation is based on the SkillSoft series "Harassment" and contains links to the following courses: LCO0201 and LCO0202. Note that the intent of this simulation is to illustrate ways of responding to sexually harassing behavior. The types of responses the simulation presents are not intended to more...
Managing Sexual Harassment Problems Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...y, has been sexually harassing her, you will need to take action to deal with the situation. This simulation is based on the SkillSoft series "Harassment" and contains links to the following course: LCO0202. Note that the intent of this simulation is to illustrate ways of responding to sexually harassing behavior. The types of responses the simulation presents are not intended to apply to all more...
Managing Workplace Harrassment Complaints on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...ff Kinsler, has been harassing her, you will need to take action to deal with the situation. This will entail interviewing Violet to take her complaint, as well as dealing effectively with the ramifications of what she tells you. This simulation is based on the SkillSoft series "Harassment" and contains links to the following course: LCO0203. Note that the intent of this simulation is to more...
Americans with Disabilities Act ADA on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This course explains the concepts, requirements, and practical application of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADA of 1990 makes it unlawful to discriminate in employment against a qualified individual with a disability. The Act requires all private, state, or local government employers with 15 or more employees to make sure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to apply more...
Getting Started with ColdFusion MX on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To introduce and demonstrate the fundamental concepts, tools, and features of ColdFusion MX Web professionals and developers that want to create dynamic web sites using ColdFusion more...
Data Retrieval and Manipulation in Macromedia ColdFusion MX on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To introduce and demonstrate data retrieval and manipulation in ColdFusion MX Web professionals and developers that want to create dynamic web sites using ColdFusion more...
Using Visual Studio NET to Deploy a Web-based Application on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To explain and demonstrate how to use Visual Studio .NET to create, configure, and deploy a web-based application Application developers with experience in Visual Basic .NET who wish to become familiar with the deployment process in the .NET Framework, especially those who wish to attain the Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) or Microsoft Certified Application Developer (MCAD) for more...
Deployment of Windows-Based NET Applications on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To deploy a Windows-based application or component. Application developers with experience in Visual Basic .NET who wish to become familiar with the deployment process in the .NET Framework, especially those who wish to attain the Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) or Microsoft Certified Application Developer (MCAD) for Microsoft .NET credentials more...
Application Design Enhancements on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To provide information on the new application design features available in Designer 6 Lotus Domino R5 application developers more...
GUI Programming with Swing on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...dents to acquire an understanding of the Swing container, action, and event classes. The course also describes basic Swing concepts and features in addition to its packages and class hierarchy. It provides sample programs and code snippets to enable better understanding of the concepts taught. The students will also get an overview of the fundamental architecture used for designing Swing more...
Oracle 11i Concurrent Elements on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To submit and manage requests, create request groups and request sets, and identify the concepts and tools associated with concurrency and concurrency administration Technical consultants; functional implementers; system analysts and any individual who is responsible for implementing and managing the 11i E-Business Suite more...
Oracle 11i Concurrent Elements on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To submit and manage requests, create request groups and request sets, and identify the concepts and tools associated with concurrency and concurrency administration Technical consultants; functional implementers; system analysts and any individual who is responsible for implementing and managing the 11i E-Business Suite more...
Advanced Features of PowerPoint 2002 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) The Advanced Features of PowerPoint 2002 WBT is the second course of the Office XP: PowerPoint 2002 curriculum. It familiarizes users with the advanced features of PowerPoint that can be used to enhance their presentations. These features include inserting objects, such as charts and animations. Additionally, this course guides users to efficiently share their presentations with a workgroup and more...
Microsoft Office 2000 - Intermediate Access on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To provide an introduction to the core concepts of Microsoft Access 2000 and the skill areas of creating and enhancing a report, working with queries, and integrating data End-users seeking to become familiar with Microsoft Access 2000; end-users seeking to obtain Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification in the use of Microsoft Access 2000 at Core level more...
Microsoft Office 2000 - Advanced PowerPoint 2000 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To enable those proficient in PowerPoint 2000 to become expert users Personnel at all levels of the enterprise; anyone wishing to become familiar with PowerPoint 2000; students wishing to become certified as Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 at the Core level more...
Advanced Querying in Access 2003 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To use advanced queries such as joins, parameter, action, and SQL queries Anyone wishing to become familiar with Microsoft Access 2003 at an advanced level; students seeking to obtain Microsoft Office Specialist certification in the use of Microsoft Access 2003 more...
Preparing PowerPoint 2003 Presentations for Effective Delivery on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To describe how to add slide timings and transitions, action buttons, and hyperlinks to PowerPoint 2003 presentations Office personnel at all levels; those wishing to become familiar with PowerPoint 2003; those wishing to become certified in the Microsoft Office Specialist Program as Office PowerPoint 2003 Specialist or an equivalent end-user certification more...
Creating Queries Forms with Access 2002 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) The Creating Queries and Forms with Access 2002 WBT is the second course of the Office XP: Access 2002 curriculum, which familiarizes users with the advanced features of Access 2002 that they can use while retrieving and presenting data stored in an Access database. These features include formulating simple and advanced SQL queries, and creating and designing forms. Additionally, this course more...
Getting Started with Access 2003 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) The Getting Started with Access 2003 course is the first course in the Microsoft Access 2003 curriculum. The course familiarizes users with basic database concepts and the features in Access. It describes the concepts and processes involved in creation and design of databases and tables in Access 2003. In addition, this course guides users to efficiently relate, manage, and customize database more...
Strategic Sales - Gaining Access to the Executives on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In Strategic Selling - Gaining Access to the Executive you will learn how to understand an executive's goals and priorities gather information about your prospect's needs and prepare yourself to contact an executive. You will also learn how to initiate contact with your executive prospect and get past the gatekeepers in order to talk directly with the executive. Finally you will learn to more...
Advanced Six Sigma - The Measure and Analysis Phases of DMAIC on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) The Measure and Analysis phase in the DMAIC model of Six Sigma implementation helps practitioners set standards for performance and quality. Subsequently these metrics are studied to understand the issues and the causes that deter conformity to the specified standard. This in turn facilitates both preventive and corrective action.  more...
Managing Change: The Change Process on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In a Managing Change: The Change Processa you will learn why change is important and what benefits it offers. You will learn why developing a change vision is important as well as the steps you can take to develop one. In addition you will learn what guidelines you can follow to communicate a change vision to your employees. By learning the four steps of the change process you will be able to more...
Cisco Internetwork Troubleshooting - Part 1 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd This is the first course in a five-part series on Cisco Internetwork Troubleshooting 4.0 (CIT 4.0). CIT 4.0 teaches students how to baseline and troubleshoot an environment using Cisco routers and switches for multiprotocol client hosts and servers. This is an advanced series that shows networking professionals troubleshooting processes on Cisco Routers and Catalyst Switches. This course will more...
Microsoft Windows 2000 Installation, Configuration, and Administration Part 3: Resource Optimizatio on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd This is the third course in an eight-part series that will provide IT professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement, administer, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional and Server. At the completion of this course, students will learn to identify the System Monitor counters used to provide information about resource utilization and interpret them; identify and log more...
Microsoft Windows 2000 Installation, Configuration, and Administration Part 7: Enterprise Networkin on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd This is the seventh course in an eight-part series that will provide IT professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement, administer, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional and Server. At the completion of this course, students will learn to install, configure, and troubleshoot network adapters and network protocols on a Windows 2000 server; install, configure, and more...