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Introduction to Auditing Introduction to Auditing Have you noticed that auditing is becoming an increasingly important business function? First and foremost, auditing is a way in which clients and businesses in a global marketplace are able to ensure quality, consistency, efficiency and reliable financial reports. This course will familiarize you with the basic terminologies, concepts, and approaches to performing a  more...

Principles of Internal Auditing Principles of Internal Auditing This course will take you to the heart of internal auditing, and provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge and skills. You will learn about the issues, applications, and management strategies relating to the internal audit. You will also learn techniques for taking corrective action and wrapping-up an audit.  more...

Effective Budget Management Effective Budget Management A priority of effective budget management is to take steps to ensure that businesses create a manageable and controllable budget and to prevent cash crunch situations from developing. To effectively manage your budget, you need to understand the elements of the various budgets and understand the importance of ongoing monitoring and analysis of their individual  more...

Human Resources Fundamentals HRCI PHR ... workforce planning and employment issues, including core knowledge and concepts fundamental to the field of human resources. The HRCI certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry standard for evaluating human resource professionals' competencies. HRCI is an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and provides testing and certification services. As a  more...

Strategic Management HRCI PHR Strategic Management (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including strategic management. The HRCI certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry standard for evaluating HR  more...

Affirmative Action and the EEO HRCI PHR Affirmative Action and the EEO (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including those affecting employee rights, such as equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action (AA). The HRCI  more...

Employment Management HRCI PHR Employment Management (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations, HRCI/PHR (Professional in Human Resources certification), cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including legislation affecting employee and consumer rights, and matters of  more...

Recruiting and Selecting Candidates HRCI PHR Recruiting and Selecting Candidates (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations, HRCI/PHR (Professional in Human Resources certification), cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including the recruitment and selection of new employees. The  more...

Offers Contracts and Exit from the Organization HRCI PHR Offers, Contracts, and Exit from the Organization (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Human Resource (HR) professionals today have to deal with particularly sensitive subjects regarding employment. This course examines employment offers for prospective candidates, contract creation, and record-keeping requirements. In addition, the  more...

Developing Employees HRCI PHR ...nsure that your company's workforce possesses the skills, knowledge and abilities to meet the current and future needs of the company. This course will help you prepare for the HRCI certification examinations in the areas of employee training and development. In the area of employee training, you will learn methods for effectively training adult learners and techniques for aligning all training  more...

Developing Human Resources HRCI PHR Developing Human Resources (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including human resources development and performance management. As a human resources professional, you are responsible for  more...

Compensating Employees HRCI PHR ...nsure that your company's workforce possesses the skills, knowledge and abilities to meet the current and future needs of the company. This course will help you prepare for the HRCI certification examinations in the area of employee compensation. You will learn methods for effective total compensation.This course will also help you understand the necessary steps for aligning existing  more...

Programs to Benefit Employees HRCI PHR Programs to Benefit Employees (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including the work rules and practices that apply to employee benefit programs. As a human resources professional, you are  more...

Employment Relations HRCI PHR ...hat the holder has demonstrated mastery of the HR body of knowledge.As a human resources professional, you are responsible for helping to ensure that your company's employee relations are positive and that they comply with required regulations and recommended policies and practices. Toward that end, this course will help you prepare for the HRCI certification examinations in the areas of  more...

Sexual Harassment at Work HRCI PHR Sexual Harassment at Work (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including issues related to the prevention of discrimination and harassment. The HRCI certification examinations are widely  more...

Non-Unionized Workplaces HRCI PHR Non-Unionized Workplaces (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including those affecting employee and labor relations. The HRCI certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry  more...

Unionized Workplaces HRCI PHR Unionized Workplaces (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certifications, including PHR (Professional in Human Resources), cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including those affecting employee and labor relations. The HRCI certification examinations are  more...

Health and Safety in the Workplace HRCI PHR Health and Safety in the Workplace (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations, HRCI/PHR (Professional in Human Resources certification), cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including legislation affecting employee safety and health. The  more...

Risk Assessment and Prevention HRCI PHR Risk Assessment and Prevention (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including issues in risk assessment and prevention. The HRCI certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry  more...

HR s Strategic Role in the Organization HRCI SPHR HR's Strategic Role in the Organization (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Managing change effectively within HR involves aligning the organization's people and processes with an ever-changing environment. HR professionals need to be able to anticipate, plan, and carry out change, using the tools at hand. Strategic  more...

Management of the HR Process HRCI SPHR ...ult, it is crucial for HR professionals to have a working knowledge of other functional areas of the business, so that they can provide the operational and administrative support necessary to attract and retain qualified employees. This course explains how to strategically diagnose the organization and how to plan in HR. It describes how to measure and evaluate HR's contributions to  more...

Strategic Approaches to Workforce Planning and Employment HRCI SPHR Strategic Approaches to Workforce Planning and Employment (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) In order to remain competitive in the business world, organizations must ensure that they employ the right people in the right numbers at the right time. Workforce planning and employment involves the processes of planning,  more...

Strategic Approaches to Human Resource Development HRCI SPHR ...s how human resource development (HRD) aligns the skills, knowledge, and abilities of staff to future organization and individual needs. In addition, the course looks at how an understanding of adult learning and organizational development can assist in staff development. Finally, the course covers some organizational development initiatives that are now seen as an integral part of HRD. This  more...

Strategic Approaches to Total Rewards HRCI SPHR Strategic Approaches to Total Rewards (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) One of the largest expenditures for organizations is often employee salaries and benefits. Developing an integrated compensation and benefits program that aligns with strategic goals is essential for HR today. This course examines how  more...

Strategic Approaches to Labor Relations HRCI SPHR Strategic Approaches to Labor Relations (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) HR professionals develop organizational strategies to secure and develop a company's successful and profitable operations. The employee plays a central role in such operations. As such it has become essential for HR professionals to constantly  more...

Strategic Approaches to Risk Management HRCI SPHR Strategic Approaches to Risk Management (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) 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  more...

Hypothesis Testing Concepts and Tests for Means in Six Sigma Hypothesis Testing Concepts and Tests for Means in Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) In the Analyze phase of the DMAIC methodology, Six Sigma teams analyze the underlying causes of issues that need to be addressed for the successful completion of their improvement projects. To that end, teams conduct a number of statistical analyses to determine the nature of variables and their  more...

Tests for Variances and Proportions Tests for Variances and Proportions ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) As a Six Sigma team moves into the Analyze phase of a project, team members begin analyzing the information and data collected in the earlier phases. During the Analyze phase, Six Sigma teams identify possible sources of variation, underlying root causes, and areas for improvement. It is here where assumptions or hypotheses  more...

Statistical Process Control SPC in Six Sigma Statistical Process Control (SPC) in Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Ensuring a process is in control is critical to any Six Sigma project, but how do you determine with certainty if a process is on track or requires improvement? Where do you find the 'proof' or solid facts that a process is out of control and requires intervention? By applying statistical process control (SPC)  more...

Nonstatistical Control Tools Maintaining Controls Nonstatistical Control Tools & Maintaining Controls ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) In the final stages of the Six Sigma DMAIC methodology, once process improvement opportunities are identified and implemented, teams need to control the improved processes in order to sustain improvement gains. Process control includes applying tools to continuously monitor and maintain each improved process,  more...

Sustaining Improvements Gains from Six Sigma Projects Sustaining Improvements & Gains from Six Sigma Projects ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) As a Six Sigma project winds down, there are a number of activities that, if utilized, can determine whether the implemented process improvement will continue to meet intended results, thus contributing to the overall and ongoing success of the organization. This course will explore the importance of  more...

Using Voice of the Customer in Six Sigma Using Voice of the Customer in Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Customers are at the heart of all Six Sigma initiatives, and this focus on customers is what makes Six Sigma an outstanding organizational performance improvement program. The voice of the customer (VOC) is a Six Sigma strategy used to capture requirements and feedback from the customer and to meet their requirements.  more...

Developing Project Charters and Tracking Six Sigma Projects Developing Project Charters and Tracking Six Sigma Projects ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) A project charter is the most important document used to initiate and manage a Six Sigma project, and it is treated as an informal contract between an organization and the Six Sigma team. The project charter articulates the problem that the Six Sigma team is going to work on, and the project's scope,  more...

Designing and Planning Experiments in Six Sigma Designing and Planning Experiments in Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Six Sigma teams concluding the Analyze phase with a well-understood problem strive in the Improve phase to generate a well-designed solution. Design of experiments (DOE) is a controlled approach to experimentation that enables teams to systematically change the level of one or more input factors and observe the  more...

Improvement Methods and Implementation Issues in Six Sigma Improvement Methods and Implementation Issues in Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Six Sigma offers many techniques and strategies to improve an organization's processes. As a Six Sigma team moves into the Improve phase, they begin to generate a list of solutions to address the causes of problems in the process. After plans have been developed, the implementation of the improved  more...

Nonstatistical Analysis Methods in Six Sigma Nonstatistical Analysis Methods in Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Getting to the source of why something has gone wrong in a system or process is critical to identifying the changes necessary for resolving the problem. During the Analyze phase of a Six Sigma project, a Black Belt practitioner utilizes a variety of statistical and nonstatistical tools and methods for analyzing  more...

Forming Project Teams for Six Sigma ...rong Six Sigma teams whose members bring diverse talents, knowledge, and aptitudes to the team. The course also examines logistical considerations for launching successful teams, including communication and behavioral practices that are critical to team success. It describes how to enable teams using training, timetabling, and technology, and offers vital tips for the first team meeting and all  more...

Motivation and Communication in Six Sigma Teams Motivation and Communication in Six Sigma Teams ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Six Sigma teams must possess specific qualities to succeed throughout the development stages of their life cycles. Leaders who know how to facilitate teams will greatly enhance their chances for project success, which in turn will benefit their organizations. Motivation is one essential component that can  more...

Managing Six Sigma Team Performance Managing Six Sigma Team Performance ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Six Sigma Black Belts have the challenging task of managing the full spectrum of personal dynamics that characterize project teams. Each team member provides the team with unique strengths and weaknesses, and combining individuals into a team produces varied results. Besides providing the basic tools and structure for smooth  more...

Process Characteristics for Six Sigma Process Characteristics for Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) To improve the processes behind an organization's products and services, a Six Sigma Black Belt must measure them. But first, they must identify those processes. Among the many Six Sigma tools, several are designed specifically to isolate relevant process variables, determine their relationships to each other, prioritize  more...

Data Collection and Measurement in Six Sigma ...uccessful data collection starts with careful planning; a knowledge of various data types, sampling strategies, and measurement methods; and an ongoing awareness of best practices for ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Only reliable and suitable data will yield dependable analyses that translate into desired process improvements. As Six Sigma team leaders, Black Belts will help to oversee  more...

Six Sigma Measurement Systems Six Sigma Measurement Systems ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Six Sigma measurement systems are vital to improving an organization's processes. Measurement systems encompass the conditions, devices, and the human element of measurement, which together must produce correct measurements and comply with appropriate standards. Measurement error, or measurement variability, is a problem whose  more...

Basic Statistics and Graphical Methods for Six Sigma Basic Statistics and Graphical Methods for Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Organizations must ensure that their processes and products are extremely consistent, as variations can lead to rejected orders, lower revenues, and eventually, financial disaster. Basic statistics can provide Black Belts with the tools to summarize and assess collected data in a meaningful way. Black Belts  more...

Probability for Six Sigma Probability for Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Organizations need to make inferences about a population from sample data, and understanding how to calculate the probability that an event will occur is crucial to making those inferences. In a Six Sigma context, it is often important to calculate the likelihood that a combination of events or that an ordered combination of events  more...

Process Capability for Six Sigma Process Capability for Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) In any improvement initiative, organizations must determine whether their existing processes meet the targets and specifications demanded by the business, or by the customer. Measuring and analyzing the capability and performance of a process under review enables organizations to numerically represent and interpret its current  more...

Nonparametric Tests in Six Sigma Analysis Nonparametric Tests in Six Sigma Analysis ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Hypothesis testing is a process of assuming an initial claim about the population characteristics and then statistically testing this claim using sample data. Testing hypotheses is a very important activity in Six Sigma projects in the areas of analysis, decision making, and change implementation. In conventional  more...

Using Six Sigma Analysis Tools and Metrics for Project Decisions ... existing processes, you need to have correct metrics and knowledge of where and how to use them. Later in a Six Sigma project, during the Control phase, the overall performance of business processes is recalculated to identify process improvement. This course will examine how and when to use the metrics and tools to select Six Sigma projects. The course explores some of the number-driven  more...

First Aid CPR ...certification. It is intended to provide the learner with knowledge-based training only. This training should be accompanied with a performance-based component provided by a certified CPR instructor. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: recall basic life support techniques used to open a victim's  more...

First Aid Basic ...certification. It is intended to provide the learner with knowledge-based training only. This training should be accompanied with a performance-based component provided by a certified first aid instructor. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: describe how to appropriately respond to a medical  more...

Defensive Driving Truck Safety Defensive Driving: Truck Safety When people think of defensive driving, they think of "watching out for the other guy" or defending themselves from other drivers so they won't become involved in an accident. That's definitely important, but defensive driving involves more than just that. Defensive driving is as much about what you do and what kind of driver you are, as what someone else  more...

Workplace Conflict Strategies for Resolving Conflict ...sfully resolved conflict will lead to more confidence and knowledge about how to approach other conflicts you may face in the future. This course describes techniques you can use to deal effectively with a conflict situation. You'll learn that an important first step is to define the conflict by clarifying the issues surrounding it. You'll also find out about the importance of describing the  more...

Using Emotional Intelligence on the Job ...ation has become vital to workplace success. Intellectual knowledge is no longer enough; you must also have the interpersonal competence that comes with emotional intelligence. In this course, you'll learn the value of emotions and how they can affect your workplace for better or for worse. You'll gain an understanding of how emotional forces can influence performance and decision making, learn  more...

Stakeholders and the Communications Management Plan ...ations management plan. This course provides foundational knowledge and up-to-date project management information so learners can put principles to work at their own organizations. This course will assist in preparing the learner for the PMP Certification Exam. This course is aligned with the PMBOK Guide Fourth Edition, published by PMI , Inc., 2008. Copyright and all rights reserved. Material  more...

Processes for Managing Project Communications ... performance reports. This course provides a foundational knowledge base reflecting the most up-to-date project management information so learners can effectively put principles to work at their own organizations. It will also assist in preparing the learner for the PMP Certification Exam. This course is aligned with A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Fourth  more...

Estimating and Budgeting Project Costs ...nd budgeting project costs in the Project Cost Management knowledge area, and introduces best practices outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) - Fourth Edition, published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Specifically, this course covers gathering cost information from numerous sources and then utilizing that information to apply tools and  more...

Controlling Costs ...ces outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) - Fourth Edition, published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Specifically, the course examines the inputs, tools and techniques, and outputs of the Control Costs process. In terms of the tools and techniques, it shows how to monitor cost performance through earned value management (EVM), forecasting,  more...

Planning Project Human Resources ...Acquire Project Team. This course provides a foundational knowledge base reflecting the most up-to-date project management information so learners can effectively put principles to work at their own organizations. This course will assist in preparing the learner for the PMBOK Guide certification exam. This course is aligned with A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)  more...

Managing Project Human Resources ...h processes within the Project Human Resources Management knowledge area. Learners will be introduced to best practices outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Fourth Edition published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Techniques for developing project teams, such as training, team-building activities, and recognition and rewards will be  more...

Integrated Initiation and Planning ...scribe integration. Project Integration Management is the knowledge area that coordinates with various process groups to ensure that each project is managed in a unified and consolidated way. The intention is to have processes interact smoothly. In this course, learners will be given an overview of the Project Integration Management knowledge area. They'll be introduced to best practices  more...

Integrated Project Execution Monitoring and Control ...e, and cost baselines. The Project Integration Management knowledge area includes six processes, ranging from the creation of the project charter at the beginning of a project through to the close of a project or phase. This course covers the inputs, tools and techniques, and outputs of the third and fourth processes: Direct and Manage Project Execution and Monitor and Control Project Work.  more...

Managing Projects within Organizations ... as outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) - Fourth Edition published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Specifically, it introduces the characteristics of a project, the responsibilities that accompany project management, and the differences between portfolios, programs, and projects. The course will identify key project management concepts and  more...

Project Management Overview ...tute (PMI ) and A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Fourth Edition published by PMI . The course will identify key project management concepts and terms, explore the PMBOK Guide, and the project management Knowledge Areas. This course provides a foundational knowledge base reflecting the most up-to-date project management information so learners can effectively put  more...

Project Management Process Groups ...s as defined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK ) Guide Fourth Edition published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Specifically, learners will be introduced to the following project management process groups: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Controlling, and Closing. Learners will also discover how the process groups interact with the nine  more...

Planning Project Procurement Planning Project Procurement PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned Projects routinely require materials, consultants, training, products, and equipment along with many other types of goods and services. Project procurement is the process of purchasing products and services necessary to fulfill the  more...

Managing Procurements ...s the second course in the Project Procurement Management knowledge area and covers three process Conduct Procurements, Administer Procurements, and Close Procurements. Specifically, learners will be introduced to proposal evaluation techniques, procurement negotiations, and handling claims and disputes. The course will also cover administrative areas such as the components of a procurement  more...

Project Quality Planning ...lity requirements are met. The Project Quality Management knowledge area takes these facts into consideration. It not only includes processes for assuring and controlling quality, but it also includes a process for ensuring that quality is considered from the very beginning of a project's lifecycle. In this course, learners will be given an overview of the project quality management knowledge  more...

Quality Assurance and Quality Control ...y control processes within the project quality management knowledge area. They'll be introduced to best practices outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Fourth Edition published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Specifically, learners will be introduced to the tools and techniques used in quality assurance, such as quality audits and performing a  more...

Risk Management Planning ...earners will be introduced to the Project Risk Management knowledge area. It covers the best practices outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Fourth Edition published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Specifically, learners will be introduced the first process in the Project Risk Management knowledge area: Plan Risk Management. Techniques such as  more...

Performing Risk Analysis ... modeling techniques. This course provides a foundational knowledge base reflecting the most up-to-date project management information so learners can effectively put principles to work at their own organizations. This course will assist in preparing the learner for the PMBOK certification exam. It is aligned with A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) - Fourth  more...

Risk Response Monitor and Control ...s and outcomes. Whenever decisions are made without prior knowledge or experience there is always a chance of risk. When dealing with projects, it is the project manager's job to assess and control risks, avert or minimize its adverse effects, and to capitalize on potential opportunities over the life of a project. In this course, the last two processes in the Project Risk Management knowledge  more...

Project Requirements and Defining Scope ...o the first two processes in the Project Scope Management knowledge area Collect Requirements and Define Scope. Learners will be introduced to best practices outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) - Fourth Edition published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). This course provides a foundational knowledge base reflecting the most up-to-date project  more...

Create Work Breakdown Structure Create Work Breakdown Structure PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned Successful projects can only happen with the implementation of planning techniques that define project objectives in sufficient detail. Projects can quickly get out of control if the appropriate actions aren't taken initially. A  more...

Defining and Sequencing Project Activities ...ces outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Fourth Edition, published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Specifically, learners will be provided with an overview of the Project Time Management knowledge area and the interrelation with the process groups. The course also explores project activities and activity attributes, and the method of  more...

Estimating Activity Resources and Durations ...ces outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) - Fourth Edition, published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Specifically, learners will be provided with an overview of establishing resource requirements, sources of activity duration information, and methods of estimating activity durations. Some of the duration estimating techniques taught in this  more...

Core PMI Values and Ethical Standards ...olve ethical dilemmas. The course provides a foundational knowledge base reflecting the most up-to-date project management information so learners can effectively put principles to work at their own organizations. This course will assist in preparing the learner for the PMBOK certification exam. This course is aligned with A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Fourth  more...

Cisco CVOICE 8 0 VoIP Call Legs Cisco CVOICE 8.0: VoIP Call Legs Cisco CCNP Voice (formerly known as CCVP) 642-437 Implementing Ciso Voice Communications and QoS v8.0 (CVOICE v8.0) The inherent characteristics of a converged voice and data IP network create challenges for network engineers and administrators in delivering voice traffic. This course describes the challenges of integrating a voice and data network and offers  more...

Pursuing Successful Lifelong Learning ...earning, self-directed learning, continuous learning, and knowledge worker? If you wonder what these terms really mean, why they are important, and how you rate as a worker and learner for the 21st century, then this course is for you. Find out how lifelong learning strategies can enable you to develop your work skills and to manage your professional development. Don't wait until your  more...

Business Writing Know Your Readers and Your Purpose ... addressing multiple readers or a single reader? How much knowledge do your readers have of your subject, and what issues concern them most? These are just some of the questions to consider before you start writing your message. Closely tied with knowing your readers is knowing your purpose for writing. Do you need to inform customers about a new policy, or do you need to persuade employees to  more...

Introduction to Business Analysis Essential Competencies ...ake this work, require a unique combination of skills and knowledge to be successful in this function. This course provides an overview of what business analysis is, including fundamental concepts and knowledge areas as prescribed in A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide) Version 2.0 by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA ). This course also covers  more...

Introduction to Business Analysis Planning ...as prescribed in A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide) Version 2.0 by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA ). This course also provides an overview of conducting a stakeholder analysis, including techniques such as RACI matrices and stakeholder maps. Finally, techniques for planning business analysis activities such as estimating required efforts are  more...

Planning Business Analysis Communication Monitoring ...as prescribed in A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide) Version 2.0 by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA ). This course also provides an overview of the plan requirements management process, including techniques like problem tracking and decision analysis to create the requirements management plan. Finally, techniques for managing business analysis  more...

Business Analysis Requirements Elicitation ...as prescribed in A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide) Version 2.0 by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA ). Specifically, this course introduces the importance of activities like brainstorming to prepare for requirements elicitation. Techniques for conducting requirements elicitation like document and interface analyses are also covered. Finally,  more...

Business Analysis Requirements Management Communication ...as prescribed in A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide) Version 2.0 by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA ). This course also covers maintaining and preparing requirements with a requirements package, and communicating requirements through requirements workshops and structured walkthroughs. This course provides a foundational knowledge base of  more...

Business Analysis Enterprise Analysis ...as prescribed in A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide) Version 2.0 by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA ). Specifically, this course details defining business needs and gaps, assessing capability gaps, and determining a solution approach. This course also provides an overview of defining solution scope and defining a business case for gathering  more...

Business Analysis Introduction to Requirements Analysis ...as prescribed in A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide) Version 2.0 by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA ). Specifically, this course covers methods for prioritizing requirements such as a MoSCoW analysis, and introduces the use of techniques like data flow diagrams to organize requirements. The course also explains using techniques like  more...

Business Analysis Verify and Validate Requirements ...as prescribed in A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide) Version 2.0 by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA ). Specifically, this course covers the purpose and techniques for defining assumptions and constraints. This course also provides a description and techniques for verifying and validating requirements for a given initiative or project, such as  more...

Business Analysis Solution Assessment and Validation ...as prescribed in A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide) Version 2.0 by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA ). Specifically, this course introduces the elements and techniques for assessing a proposed solution, allocating requirements, and assessing organizational readiness. This course also provides an overview of defining transition requirements,  more...

Certified Business Analysis Professional reg BABOK reg 2 0 Aligned ...sis through the creation of the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK ), the collection of knowledge within the BA profession, reflecting the current generally accepted practices. The IIBA has created the Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP ), a designation awarded to candidates who have successfully demonstrated their expertise in this field. CBAP  more...

Support Center Tools Technologies and Metrics Support Center Tools, Technologies and Metrics Customers contacting Support Centers expect the same level of professionalism each time they interact with a Customer Service Representative (CSR). To ensure this consistently high level of service, the CSR can draw an array of management tools and processes that both guide and measure his performance. This course is intended to demonstrate the  more...

Planning Managing Project Human Resources Simulation Planning & Managing Project Human Resources: Simulation PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned You're a project manager for a food and beverage testing company Hoit Laboratories. As a seasoned PM, you're currently managing a number of testing and development projects simultaneously. And each project  more...

Identifying Your Customers Expectations ...n't have responsibility for undertaking customer surveys, knowledge of the various research methods and the principles behind them will help you to give informed input when asked for your opinions. If your role dictates that you need to maintain awareness of ever-changing customer requirements, then knowing how to conduct focus groups, and use the most effective questioning techniques will be  more...

Using Surveys to Measure Customer Satisfaction ...e situations for which each is the most suited. With this knowledge, you will be able to choose the method that will achieve the maximum response for you within the constraints of available resources and time. The same applies to selecting the most appropriate sampling method, and what you learn from this course will enable you to make the best choice.You'll learn how to structure the  more...

Facilitative Tools and Formats Offering Options ...es of co-facilitating meetings and work groups. With that knowledge, learn to divide and coordinate who's going to do what. Gain the ability to establish boundaries for each of the facilitators and determine the most effective way to communicate with your client during this process. Another alternative you will explore is breakout groups. Breakout groups that are planned well and facilitated  more...

Liquified Petroleum Gas LPG Safety ...d with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). It provides general knowledge of the hazards associated with exposure and requirements to reduce or eliminate exposure and mitigate the hazards. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: recognize characteristics of LPG, describe proper handling and storage of LPG  more...

Lead Awareness ...on mandated by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1025. It provides general knowledge of the hazards associated with lead exposure and requirements to reduce or eliminate exposure. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: identify sources of lead exposure, identify adverse health effects associated with lead exposure,  more...

Recovering from Business Crises Recovering from Business Crises The crisis is contained and being effectively managed. Now it's time to move on. The first steps deal with communicating--to your employees and to the outside world. How and what you communicate can have significant repercussions. Miscommunication, or misleading communication, can actually lead to another kind of crisis. With the right intentions and actions,  more...

Building Positive Support for Change ... or roles. Employees and people in general empowered with knowledge, understanding, and a clear vision of the future state will not only welcome change, but embrace it. In this course, you'll learn about the importance of building a motivating atmosphere that supports organizational change, and the importance of creating short-term wins and vision. The course highlights techniques for listening  more...

Cisco CVOICE 8 0 Call Routing Dial Plans ...nto existing voice networks, you must have the skills and knowledge to implement call routing and design an appropriate numbering plan. A scalable numbering plan establishes the baseline for a comprehensive, scalable, and logical dial plan. This course describes call routing principles, discusses attributes of numbering plans for voice networks, addresses the challenges of designing these  more...

Forklift Safety Awareness ...a qualified forklift operator; one who has the skills and knowledge to operate a lift truck in a safe and proper manner. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to recognize general engineering and capacity principles associated with forklift safety; identify factors that lead to forklifts tipping over;  more...

First Aid Medical Emergencies ...certification. It is intended to provide the learner with knowledge-based training only. This training should be accompanied with a performance-based component provided by a certified first aid instructor. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: describe how to respond appropriately to a medical  more...

Maintaining Your Life Balance ...knowledge to assess current work/life balance and overcome internal and external obstacles to achieving balance. You know where you are and where you want to be, but now what? How do you achieve and maintain that balance? How will it be affected by external factors and behaviors? This course will focus on techniques for maintaining work/life balance. It includes recognizing the behaviors of  more...

Identifying Project Risk ... learn about processes within the Project Risk Management knowledge area. It covers the best practices outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Fourth Edition published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Specifically, learners will be introduced to the second of six processes: Identify Risks. The course covers risk identification methods such as  more...

Risk Strategies The Cutting Edge Risk Strategies: The Cutting Edge This course explores seldom-discussed topics vital to your risk-taking strategies. Maintaining a balance between risk and recklessness depends upon your knowledge of business, people, and that little bit extra. That little bit extra in creativity and values can mean the difference between being at the cutting edge or falling off.  more...

Developing and Controlling the Project Schedule ...ces outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Fourth Edition, published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Specifically, learners will learn how to analyze activity sequences, durations, and resource and schedule constraints, to create the project schedule. Learners will also calculate the critical path using a forward and backward pass, calculate  more...

Monitoring and Controlling Project Scope ...pe processes. They belong to the Project Scope Management knowledge area and play a key role by helping to monitor and control the boundaries of the project throughout the project life cycle. This course will cover the project inputs, tools and techniques, and outputs of the scope management processes that deal with verifying scope and controlling changes to a project's scope baseline. Through  more...

Integrated Project Change Control and Close ...to a controlled close. The Project Integration Management knowledge area includes six processes, ranging from the creation of the project charter at the beginning of a project through to the close of a project or phase. This course covers the inputs, tools and techniques, and outputs of the fifth and sixth processes: Perform Integrated Change Control and Close Project or Phase. Through  more...

Introduction to Program Management ...t environment, there is an entirely new set of skills and knowledge a program manager must possess in order to be successful in this role. This course provides an introduction to program management and the roles and responsibilities required of the program manager. Specifically, learners will be introduced to the importance of program management and the value of a program manager to the success  more...

Professional Selling in the Knowledge Economy ...Knowledge Economy Since the beginning of time, wealth and power have been associated with control of the dominant form of capital supporting the economy. With the dawn of the Agricultural Age thousands of years ago, wealth and power became associated with the control of land. Those who controlled the most fertile or strategically defensible lands dominated the economy. As we enter the  more...

Program Life Cycle and Benefits Management ...les from different program scenarios. With a foundational knowledge base reflecting the most up-to-date program management information, learners can effectively put principles to work at their own organizations. The course will assist the learner in initial preparation for the PMI Program Management certification exam. It is aligned with The Standard for Program Management Second Edition,  more...

Strategic Planning Strategic Planning Selling high-value contracts is fiercely competitive, with buyers setting stringent criteria by which to judge prospective key suppliers. Success at this level requires knowledge of these criteria and an awareness of what will be required to ensure that your proposition is viewed most favorably. Using "stripped down" project management techniques, this course outlines the  more...

The Role of Ethics in Project Management ...siness community, and society. It provides a foundational knowledge base reflecting the most up-to-date project management information so learners can effectively put principles to work at their own organizations. This course will assist in preparing the learner for the PMBOK certification exam. This course is aligned with A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Fourth  more...

From Executive-level Sale to Strategic Partnership From Executive-level Sale to Strategic Partnership Selling at an executive level doesn't stop when the contract is signed. To develop the business and prevent attack from the competition, major accounts need nurturing. This course illustrates how knowledge of various corporate cultures will give you a customer compatible approach that safeguards and maximizes your account revenue.  more...

ITIL reg Overview Certification and Benefits ITIL® Overview: Certification and Benefits It's widely accepted that certification in a particular subject area builds credibility and trust in your work and performance. Obtaining ITIL V3 certification positions you as a highly-regarded asset to your colleagues, organization, and industry. But how do you know exactly what level of certification is right? And what specific areas, whether  more...

Leadership and Management Simulation ...light for just under two years. Your dedication, industry knowledge and hard work have paid off, recently earning you a promotion to manager of the department. But with the new title comes new challenges--some from sources you may never have expected. But challenges like these are all part of moving into management and assuming the mantle of leadership. This simulation is based on the SkillSoft  more...

Managerial Skills and Abilities Managerial Skills and Abilities ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence Manager of Quality / Organizational Excellence Quality management is an important factor in the success of today's organizations. Leading organizational thinkers have gone to the extent of saying that quality in an organization is determined by the quality of its management. In order to bring quality  more...

Problem-Solving and Process Management Tools ...ated problems, managers should continuously enhance their knowledge of organizational processes and quality management tools. These tools help managers find root causes of problems, an important step toward removing them. Success in ensuring quality and organizational excellence depends on how effectively managers apply these tools to solve quality and process-related problems. This  more...

Lean and Six Sigma Lean and Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Six Sigma is a data-driven improvement philosophy that views all activities within an organization as processes whose inputs can be controlled to effect significant improvements in process outputs. Six Sigma uses a rigorous and systematic methodology known as DMAIC (define, measure, analyze, improve, and control) and a number of qualitative  more...

Six Sigma Projects and the Black Belt Role Six Sigma Projects and the Black Belt Role ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Six Sigma deployments demand major investments of time, effort, and money on behalf of an organization. Organizations need to exercise due diligence to determine if Six Sigma is the appropriate approach to employ, or if a less demanding quality and process improvement approach is better suited to meeting their needs.  more...

Six Sigma Leadership and Change Management ... are not necessarily a part of the enterprise leadership, knowledge about leadership roles and perspectives helps Black Belts perform their own roles as Six Sigma leaders, and also in their regular interaction with these leaders. An organization's culture and its inherent structure, lack of resources, and top leadership support sometimes create organizational roadblocks that may result in  more...

Critical Requirements and Benchmarking for Six Sigma Critical Requirements and Benchmarking for Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) The success of Six Sigma deployment in an organization largely depends on the success of individual Six Sigma projects. Organizational stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and employees, have a strong influence on the implementation of Six Sigma projects. In turn, these projects impact the  more...

Business Performance and Financial Measures in Six Sigma Business Performance and Financial Measures in Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Six Sigma improvement begins with assessing the current performance of an organization's processes and products, and comparing it with the desired performance. An important part of this assessment is choosing a set of measures that will provide a comprehensive picture of how the company is achieving its  more...

Common Design for Six Sigma Methodologies ...MADV and DMADOV. Design for X is emerging as an important knowledge-based multifunctional approach to design that is aimed at particular prioritized process constraints, such as cost, manufacturability, testability, or maintainability. This course explores several constraints in more detail, offering strategies for achieving designs concentrated on the chosen criteria. Another recently  more...

Special Design Tools in Design for Six Sigma Special Design Tools in Design for Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) Six Sigma offers many techniques and strategies to improve an organization's processes. This course covers the strategic and tactical special design tools that can be utilized as a Six Sigma team designs products, processes, or services. Strategic special design tools like Porter's five forces model, portfolio  more...

Correlation and Regression Analysis in Six Sigma Correlation and Regression Analysis in Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) As a Six Sigma team moves into the Analyze stage of the DMAIC process, it looks more closely at the variables and variable interrelationships identified during the Measure stage. As part of the analysis, a scatter diagram of dependent and independent variables is drawn to visualize the form, strength, and  more...

Multivariate Analysis and Attribute Data Analysis in Six Sigma Multivariate Analysis and Attribute Data Analysis in Six Sigma ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) In the Analyze phase of the DMAIC methodology, a Six Sigma team begins to analyze the root causes of the problems that it identified in the earlier stages. This analysis may require churning out huge volumes of data of different types. Sometimes this data is of a multivariate nature, meaning that  more...

Sustaining Competitive Advantage ...ganization must devise strategies and develop the skills, knowledge, and competencies to set it apart from the competition. In this course business strategies are examined that can help a company gain and sustain competitive advantage. Companies build their strength around three key strategic areas: competitive positioning, core competence, and talent. By focusing on these strategic approaches,  more...

Creating Interactive Pages in Dramweaver CS4 ..., allowing Dreamweaver users with no advanced programming knowledge to quickly and easily visually design and deploy interactive interfaces, including visual transitions. This course provides an overview of form creation and customization, and form data processing. Also covered are Spry widgets and effects, and creating and editing behaviors to build such features as rollover images and jump  more...

Using Flash CS4 Libraries Text Components ... Adobe In the world of digital design, it is common knowledge that interactive and engaging applications require attractive graphics, but there is also a need for the often-neglected supporting character in Flash applications - the text. The effective and balanced presentation of text is an essential element of most interactive applications. Adobe Flash CS4 Professional can be used to  more...

Fundamentals of Purchasing Vendor Management ...must understand the purchasing process and have a general knowledge of common purchasing considerations and strategies and their impact on purchasing activities at the departmental level. Equipping purchasing personnel in this way can help organizations save on purchases and build more rewarding vendor relationships. This course provides an overview of the purchasing and vendor management  more...

CISSP Domain Security Architecture Design CISSP Domain: Security Architecture & Design (ISC)2 CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 2nd Edition Computer administrators have a variety of mechanisms that can be used to secure modern enterprise environments. Several access control standards and models have been created by the international community to  more...

CISSP Domain Telecommunications Network Security CISSP Domain: Telecommunications & Network Security (ISC)2 CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 2nd Edition Access to a company's resources through unauthorized means is the number one goal of most attackers. The security professional must understand the proper countermeasures in order to stop attacks on  more...

CISSP Domain Physical Environmental Security CISSP Domain: Physical & Environmental Security (ISC)2 CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 2nd Edition Physical security is the foundation for all networking security mechanisms. Unless a network is physically secure from threats, all other types of security can be negated. This course focuses on the need  more...

CISSP Domain Operations Security CISSP Domain: Operations Security (ISC)2 CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 2nd Edition In today's enterprise environment, operations security takes on many faces, but always comes back to making sure that all aspects of the operation of an enterprise environment are secured and functioning correctly. This  more...

CISSP Domain Legal Regulations Investigations Compliance CISSP Domain: Legal Regulations, Investigations & Compliance (ISC)2 CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 2nd Edition Computer crime is a major area of concern for everyone from the standard end user to the enterprise environment. Government agencies and corporate groups have come together to create rules and  more...

CISSP Domain Application Development Security CISSP Domain: Application Development Security (ISC)2 CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 2nd Edition Poorly written applications can allow an attacker to exploit coding errors and thus interrupt the orderly processes of the application. This course discusses methods to increase the security of application  more...

CISSP Domain Business Continuity Disaster Recovery Planning CISSP Domain: Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Planning (ISC)2 CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 2nd Edition Business continuity is an essential part of any enterprise. When a disaster occurs, it is imperative that a company be prepared, and has policies and people in place to step in and restore  more...

CISSP Domain Cryptography CISSP Domain: Cryptography (ISC)2 CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 2nd Edition Cryptography has been used for thousands of years to secure messages, identities, vital information, and communications mechanisms. This course covers the invention of cryptography, the use of algorithms and ciphers, and the  more...

CISSP Domain Information Security Governance Rish Mgmt CISSP Domain: Information Security Governance & Rish Mgmt. (ISC)2 CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 2nd Edition Information Security Governance and Risk Management is an all encompassing domain that the information security professional must constantly be aware of. This course examines the frameworks and  more...

Oracle Database 11g R2 The RMAN Catalog Creataing Backups ...mpleted, and the various types of backups available. This knowledge allows you to make an informed decision on the best way to maintain the integrity of your data and the availability of your database. This course discusses how to create and manage the recovery catalog. It also explains how to configure backup specifications, including methods of optimizing a backup and how to use RMAN to  more...

Applying Lean in Service Manufacturing Organizations ...ean culture. Effective Lean enterprises successfully turn knowledge into action. Continuous improvement or kaizen is key to this ability. The timely and productive application of kaizen methods allows an organization to eliminate waste, create a healthy and Lean culture, and change the behaviors and attitudes that create waste. This course will provide tips and strategies for creating a culture  more...

A Practical App 2009 Maintaining Networks ...d network devices use to talk to one another is essential knowledge for IT technicians to have in order to configure and troubleshoot networked environments. This course examines TCP/IP, connectivity and networking issues, connection types, router and firewall configurations, and small office or home office (SOHO) configurations. It also explores troubleshooting network issues using a series of  more...

Cisco Switch 1 0 Highly Available Networks ...a Cisco administrator it is important for you to have the knowledge required to implement a highly available network. This course covers how to evaluate the uses, requirements, benefits, and performance expectations for high availability in a given enterprise network design as well as how to implement a high availability solution according to a given network design and requirements. An  more...

Support Center Tools Technologies Metrics Support Center Tools, Technologies & Metrics HDI HDI Customer Service Representative Customer Service Representative Certification Library Customers contacting Support Centers expect the same level of professionalism each time they interact with a Customer Service Representative (CSR). To ensure this consistently high level of service, the CSR can draw an array of management tools and  more...

VMware Datacenter Overview VMware Datacenter Overview VMware Virtual environments have gone past the single machine, and now can be created to represent entire corporate infrastructures, allowing for a much smaller hardware footprint, and thus saving companies a great deal of money. This course examines virtual infrastructures, and the evolution of the vSphere 4 environment and the products that are found in that  more...

VMware Server Overview VMware Server Overview VMware Virtualization allows multiple, resource-intensive applications to be run on one physical system. VMware ESX and VMware ESXi are bare-metal hypervisors, which can install directly on top of a physical server, sharing their resources with the host, and with each other. VMware Server is a hosted virtualization platform that can be installed like an application  more...

VMware Desktop Overview VMware Desktop Overview VMware Desktop operating systems are at the forefront of most offices today. VMware desktop virtualization technologies allow for multiple operating systems to be run on a single physical computer. Some examples of this would be Windows applications running on a Mac with VMware Fusion or several Windows and Linux applications running simultaneously on Windows or Linux  more...

Cisco TSHOOT 1 0 Network Layer Connectivity OSPF EIGRP ...ocol (IGP). This course provides the essential skills and knowledge needed to resolve network layer problems successfully. This includes coverage of the processes and data structures used by routers to forward IP packets, and the Cisco IOS tools available to diagnose problems related to IP packet forwarding. The data structures used by both EIGRP and OSPF, the flow of routing information  more...

Cisco Route 1 0 Connecting the Enterprise to ISPs ...ke into account certain details. This course provides the knowledge required to implement enterprise-to-ISP connectivity. This includes an understanding of the types of session origination points those originating from the enterprise network or those originating from the Internet and the available routing options. It also provides the understanding to determine which routing option should be  more...

The Education Industry Overview Version 1 ... The education industry provides its students with the knowledge and skills to adapt to a continually changing working world. The industry consists of an expanding array of organizations that seek to provide lifelong learning to its customers. These organizations include traditional colleges and universities as well as companies focused on training and development for clients that range from  more...

Cross-Functional Strategic Management Cross-Functional Strategic Management Cross-functional management involves managing in a way that bridges the functional silos that constrain your organization. You have to rethink your approach to business operations and promote synergy and collaboration in a team-based environment while moving toward a common objective. This course defines organizational cross-functionality and its  more...

CISSP Domain - Access Control CISSP Domain - Access Control (ISC)2 CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 2nd Edition This course focuses on the need for access control mechanisms to secure an organization's network and minimize its vulnerability to attacks or intrusion. It covers various access control models, techniques, mechanisms, and  more...

Professional Selling in the Knowledge Economy Simulation ...Knowledge Economy: Simulation The "Professional Selling in the Knowledge Economy Simulation" is designed to test your understanding and application of the principles, strategies, and skills that - when integrated into your sales career - will help you reach your personal and professional goals. You are a salesperson for the Paper Docs Company, a leading supplier of all document imaging  more...

The Income Statement The Income Statement Financial statements show the financial performance of an organization. They are comprised of the Income Statement, the Cash Flow Statement, and the Balance Sheet, and are used both internally and externally by a variety of users. The Income Statement can also be referred to as profit and loss statement or statement of operations, and is one of the most important  more...

IT Strategy Essentials Business IT Strategy Alignment IT Strategy Essentials: Business & IT Strategy Alignment How well are IT and business strategies aligned in your organization? In companies where IT and business collaborate successfully, IT is often used to exploit innovation to drive constant improvement in business operations. This can result in new products and capabilities that give the company a competitive advantage. You can measure  more...

Customer-Focused Interaction Customer-Focused Interaction Having positive interactions with your customers is one of the most effective ways to ensure you're providing excellent customer service. However, customers expectations have evolved over time, and so too have customer service strategies. Many organizations are improving their customer relationships and customer satisfaction levels by moving beyond traditional  more...

Developing Strategic Peer Relationships in Your Organization Developing Strategic Peer Relationships in Your Organization Cultivating relationships with your work peers can lead to success for you as an individual and for your organization as a whole. Developing a supportive peer network can provide you with access to a wide variety of expertise and institutional knowledge and it enables you to leverage other people's networks. Because every workplace  more...

Creating Interactive Web pages in Dreamweaver CS3 Creating Interactive Web pages in Dreamweaver CS3 Adobe Adding interactivity to web pages enhances the functionality and overall appeal of a site. Dreamweaver CS3 allows developers to increase web site interactivity by using forms and behaviors, and enables users to organize site components into layers. The application also includes the Spry framework for Ajax, allowing Dreamweaver users  more...

Creating Visio 2007 Diagrams Creating Visio 2007 Diagrams Microsoft Microsoft Visio 2007 is a powerful diagramming software that enables you to create different types of diagrams and work environments. This course shows how Visio 2007 has predefined templates and stencils that enable you to create diagrams quickly and efficiently; along with the Visio Help features that allow you to tap into the vast knowledge base both  more...

Cisco IINS 1 0 Network Security Using Cisco IOS IPS Cisco IINS 1.0: Network Security Using Cisco IOS IPS Cisco Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security) 640-553 Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security 1.0 In technological environments, Internet worms and viruses can spread across the world in a matter of minutes. Without the luxury of time to react, a network needs to be able to instantaneously recognize and mitigate worm and  more...

Cisco IUWNE 1 0 Wireless Frame Basics Nonstandard Technologies ...less environments, it is also important to have a working knowledge of non-802.11 wireless technologies and their impact on WLANs. Understanding the principles behind wireless frame exchange, whether 802.11x or nonstandard frames, is key to installing and troubleshooting wireless networks efficiently, and knowing the tools used to support these activities is just as important. This course  more...

The Biotechnology Industry Overview Version 1 ...the potential of biotechnology entails turning scientific knowledge into products that can enhance, and even transform, the conditions of life. A relatively new but growing, global industry, biotechnology involves engineering biological molecules and microbes with desirable new properties. This re-engineering of natural organisms can lead to the development of new and better drugs, medical  more...

Developing Strong Customer Relationships Developing Strong Customer Relationships Developing strong customer relationships is essential for sustained sales success. Understanding your customers' needs and what they value is arguably the most important aspect of successfully developing and nurturing these relationships. Building customer relationships, however, is not a simple task it requires strong communication skills and an  more...

Using Flash CS5 Libraries Text Components ... Adobe In the world of digital design, it is common knowledge that interactive and engaging applications require attractive graphics, but there is also a need for the often-neglected supporting character in Flash applications - the text. The effective and balanced presentation of text is an essential element of most interactive applications. Adobe Flash Professional CS5 can be used to  more...

Meeting the Needs of Your Experts ... manager, you'll often find yourself managing people with knowledge, skills, and expertise you don't have, in areas you're unfamiliar with. The amount of information that managers process on a daily basis requires them to know a little about a lot. However, they have to rely heavily on their experts for the in-depth knowledge needed to meet goals and get the job done. Along with unique  more...

HR as Business Partner Managing Talent for Organizational Success ...imizing the workforce and engaging employees to use their knowledge, skills, and abilities to support the organization's goals and objectives. This course covers ways in which transformational HR can direct all its talent management processes toward driving performance and achieving high-level business goals. In transformational HR, talent management must be flexible, tailored to the business  more...

Creating Interactive Web Pages in Dreamweaver CS5 Creating Interactive Web Pages in Dreamweaver CS5 Adobe Adding interactivity to web pages enhances the functionality and overall appeal of a site. Dreamweaver CS5 allows developers to increase web site interactivity by using forms and behaviors. The application also includes the Spry framework for Ajax, allowing Dreamweaver users with no advanced programming knowledge to quickly and easily  more...

Cisco Switch 1 0 Implementing VLANs in Campus Networks ...st be able to create an implementation plan based on your knowledge of VLANs. As a Cisco administrator, it is important that you understand the purpose of VLANs and how VLAN implementation can simplify network management and troubleshooting, and can improve network performance. You must be able to create an implementation plan, implement that plan, and then verify the operation of the VLANs and  more...

Preparing for an Internal Interview ...f how your organization operates. Making the most of this knowledge can be a major asset to you. Whether it's being able to participate in conversations about your company and industry or demonstrating that you understand the organizational culture, being on the inside means you have a great advantage, which you don't want to waste. Climbing the organizational ladder takes more than a view from  more...

Making a Positive Impression in an Internal Interview ...e shown how you can leverage your experience and internal knowledge to make a positive impression during your interview. Through techniques for meeting expectations and displaying your competence, you'll learn how to make a positive impression and connect with the interviewers' perspective. It's important to show them you're the right person for the challenges and responsibilities of the role,  more...

ITIL reg 2011 Edition Overview Certification Benefits ITIL® 2011 Edition Overview: Certification & Benefits ITIL It's widely accepted that certification in a particular subject area builds credibility and trust in your work and performance. Obtaining ITIL certification positions you as a highly-regarded asset to your colleagues, organization, and industry. But how do you know exactly what level of certification is right? And what specific  more...

Punctuation Brush-up ...knowledge of the rules and proper use of punctuation. This course is an instructor-led course. Students are to submit their work directly to the instructor for review and applicable feedback commentary. The instructor for this course is Dezra Lehr-Guthrie. Ms. Lehr-Guthrie is freely accessible to her students via email at . This course will help you brush-up on the vital rules and proper use  more...

Chinese Seasonal Approach to Health Understand the Chinese Seasonal Approach to Health. Designed for the beginning herbalist, this course will explain the Chinese Five Seasons, their corresponding organs, food suggestions and exercises for health maintenance. As you learn more about alternative health you will realize that there is more to good health than just taking herbs, vitamins, eating good food and exercising. There is a  more...

Just Write! Keeping a Journal It`s never too late.Get started recording your life. This course provides opportunities for participants to grow through regular journal writing. Identify and develop your personal journal style. Keep a record of your life. Learn skills that produce a rewarding journaling experience. The class provides a varied assortment of resources and strategies that will enrich your journal. Participants  more...

Write a Marketable Script in 10 Weeks with Final Draft (Latest Release) ...his course with the tools, techniques and the fundamental knowledge and information needed to get started or continue your scriptwriting work. The majority of this course is devoted to your writing, submission and the instructors editing of your work. Each script is reviewed and through your diligent rewrites you will enhance your abilities to expand and improve upon story lines and the  more...

OSHA 8-Hour Hazwoper Refresher ...l involved with the clean-up of hazardous waste sites the knowledge to safely work in a hazardous environment. This course can be completed as quickly as you care to, depending on how much time you can devote to it.Note that we have set a 90 day access period to the course with further extensions up to 6 months if needed. It is always a best practice to take your time and make sure that you  more...

Manifesting 102: How to Get What You Want w/o Goofing it Up First ! ...s how energy is formed on purpose and how to use this new knowledge so that it shows in one`s experience. It is as this point, that the students commitment level and trust in themselves will become evident, but a necessary point as one sees the ego`s role in this endeavor. The student will have some new choices that appear, and then will choose from the gentle nudging of their spirit selves or  more...

Basic Internet Specialist Certificate ...this certificate program students will have gained enough knowledge to be an asset to any company. Who should take this program? Those students who need a basic understanding of the Internet, including sales, administration, customer support, entry level, general office, tech support, and many more.Instructional materials and other support: Download of a textbook will be required. The link to  more...

Introduction to Dreamweaver MX Hands On Training for Dreamweaver MX. Learn from an Expert. The student will have access to this course for 1 year. This self-directed course can be completed within 90 days or sooner depending on time and learning capabilities of the student. This is not for a beginner. For PC use. Introduction to Dreamweaver MX 2004 is the first of a 3-part course series. Students will need to have access to  more...

Intermediate Dreamweaver MX Intermediate--Students will need to have access to Dreamweaver MX or Dreamweaver and the Internet. Dreamweaver MX - Students will need to have access to Dreamweaver MX or Dreamweaver, the Internet and the course textbook "Macromedia Dreamweaver MX (ISBN 0-321-11271) by Garo Green & Abigail Rudner (2003). In this course the student will be responsible for working through the "Hands On" exercises.  more...

Advanced Features of Dreamweaver MX Dreamweaver MX Advanced - Phase Three Advanced Features of Dreamweaver MX - Phase 3, is the Third of a 3-part course series. Students will need to have access to Dreamweaver MX or Dreamweaver, the Internet and the course textbook "Macromedia Dreamweaver MX (ISBN 0-321-11271-7) by Garo Green & Abigail Rudner (2003). In this course, the student will be responsible for working through the "Hands  more...

Fireworks MX Advanced ...Internet and basic Internet and computer (file structure) knowledge, taken the Introduction and Intermediate to Fireworks MX class, have Fireworks MX or Fireworks 4 software installed in their computer and the course book ? Visual Quickstart Guide Macromedia Fireworks MX for Windows and Macintosh by Sandee Cohen? ISBN 0-201-79479-9. The student is responsible for following the book and doing  more...

Learn HTML All By Yourself- Advanced Learn the more advanced features of HTML. This course continues where our introductory course leaves off. Our introductory course covered all the basic tags and covered topics such as creatings lists, creating links and placing images on your web pages. In this 5 week advanced HTML course, you will study changing the color of text, changing the color of a web page`s background and using an image  more...

Herbal Energetics: Learn How Herbs Work Within Your Body Designed for the beginning herbalist, this course will help you understand Herbal Energetics?- Designed for the beginning herbalist, this course will help you understand Herbal Energetics?- Why and How to use Herbs. As Alternative Health goes mainstream the need to understand these alternatives has increased. Natural doesn`t always mean Safe. Just because herbs are natural - you must not  more...

Client/Server Development and Remote Data Access in Visual Basic ...n preparation for the lab. Pre-Requisites: Beginner-level knowledge of Visual Basic Basic familiarity with database concepts Required Materials: Visual Basic 6.0 MS Access 2000 Internet access Course material is presented through the use of a website with a username and password given to new students. Some of the material takes the form of Word Documents with screen captures of Visual Basic  more...

Air Reservations - U.S. Domestic - Instructor Led Gain the product knowledge and skills (with the exception of automated reservations) needed to research, plan and book air travel. Note: This course is designed to be taken FIRST in a series of three courses: Air Reservations - U.S. Domestic, Air Fares - U.S. Domestic, ARC Documents.  more...

Proven success in building an E-business Before you invest, learn the essentials of running an on-line business and avoid getting ripped off! This is an intense course designed to teach you the basics of building your own Internet business. If you think putting up a web site is all you need to do, you are DEAD WRONG! By taking this course you will learn how to control all of the costs associated with starting an Internet business  more...

Introduction to the Administration of a Medical Office This course is designed for beginning office and practice managers in a medical office setting. Introduction to the Administration of a Medical Office The course is intended for individuals beginning in management or those aspiring to be in medical administration. It covers such administrative topics as practice analysis, staff assessment, and the new HIPAA regulations in a practical way. The  more...

Understanding Health Insurance: A Guide To Professional Billing & Coding This is a complete and comprehensive medical billing course, taken online, through which you will quickly and easily learn this complex discipline. Understanding Health Insurance: A Guide To Professional Billing & Coding) This course is designed to teach you about medical billing and the proper usage of the International Classification Diagnostic Coding System (ICD-9) and the Current Procedural  more...

Essential Legal and Ethical Principles of the Medical Office ... the physician. The course also provides the student with knowledge of medical jurisprudence and the essentials of professional behavior. Topics include: introduction to medical assisting; introduction to medical law; physician/patient/assistant relationship; medical office in litigation; as well as ethics, bioethical issues and HIPAA. Depending on the amount of time devoted to the course, the  more...

Special Education: History, Litigation, Law and Trends Provides knowledge of the history, laws, and trends in special education  more...

Advanced e-Mail Marketing ...ing. The course is designed for marketers with a general knowledge of e-marketing techniques and processes. Students should complete the e-marketing course first or have general experience in e-marketing prior to taking this advanced course. The course is instructor led via e-mail, a student board and web based instruction. 5 interactive lessons, and a final exam. Each lesson takes about 3  more...

Paralegalism Career Overview ...he delivery of many basic services. A paralegal`s general knowledge about the American Legal System and specific knowledge about civil and criminal law can enhance a paralegal`s value in the workplace. Gaining an overview of the law can provide students with insight about this fast-growing area of the law.REQUIRED TEXT: West`s Paralegal Today: The Essentials. 2nd Edition. Roger LeRoy Millier &  more...

Legal Research and Writing ...ncouraged to contribute to the discussions with their own knowledge and experiences. Reinforcement of learning is accomplished through course and/or chapter objectives and quizzes for each lesson. Written assignments provide students with the opportunity to sharpen their analytical and writing skills. Direct communication occurs between students and instructor through the classroom setting,  more...

Complete Course in Professional Medical Transcription using MIME method of instruction Student Edition ...knowledge and skills a Medical Transcription student needs to become certified as a qualified professional. This course is recommended for students who wish to work in a medical office. See course description for course fees. Set for a 6 month completion schedule. Recognized by the AAMT (American Association for Medical Transcription). This course follows the American Association Medical  more...

Complete Course in Professional Medical Transcription Using MIME Method of Instruction Professional Edition ...roven methods that provide the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to immediately start working either from home or on-site as a qualified MT professional. Twice as much dictation over Student Edition and additional MT modules. 12 month completion schedule. This complete course combines the most valuable and state of the art training methods available today for those students who  more...

Overview of Legal Nurse Consulting This course is designed for registered nurses interested in Legal Nurse Consulting. In this introductory course you will examine the necessary skills and knowledge, review various jobs and services and find internet resources for learning and practicing Legal Nurse Consulting.  more...

Legal Nurse Consulting Certificate Program ...have made a wise decision to pursue study and acquire the knowledge and skills needed to practice legal nurse consulting. This area of specialty practice is growing all the time and many nurses are using their skills to practice full or part time in this area. Legal Nurse Consulting is a very exciting and challenging practice specialty. I am sure you will be pleased with our certificate  more...

A Workshop Approach to Mastering RoboHelp Office (Latest Release) ...nt. This interactive method will enhance the individual?s knowledge of the RoboHelp authoring tool and will develop a true sense of the troubleshooting skills necessary for future reference. Individualized consulting is always readily available through the use of email. Additional resources, articles and websites related to the RoboHelp community will be supplied to all participants.  more...

So You Want To Be A Medical Writer ...knowledge you will need to effectively write medically related materials. Medical writing is an exciting and ever-changing field that covers a wide range of areas in medicine, pharmaceuticals, and the biotech industry. Opportunities for medical writing exist at the professional research level, the consumer education level, newspapers, magazines, and everything in between. Most medical writers  more...

Master Search Engine Optimization Competencies for Web Developer (MSEOC) This certification has been designed for individuals who have previously enrolled in any web-based search engine training courses or seek Certification based on your search engine training and experience alone. The Internet search engines continue to evolve and with it, the strategies for effective web site promotion and marketing. Search engine submissions when done by certified professionals  more...

Technical Writing for the Medical Professional ...This course is designed to assist you with the skills and knowledge you will need to effectively write medically related materials. Writing for the medical profession is an exciting and ever-changing field that covers a wide range of areas in medicine, pharmaceuticals, and the biotech industry. Opportunities for medical writing exist at the professional research level, the consumer education  more...

The World of Wine: How to Taste & Select a Quality Bottle of Wine This course is designed for the novice wine drinker who wants to broaden his/her knowledge of wine. During this course you will become familiar with the wines of the world. Material covered will include grape varieties, important wine regions, how wine is made, tasting procedures, how to select wines at a restaurant, food and wine pairing, how to read a wine label, and more.  more...

Learn How to Repair Computers: Get Certified in 7 weeks Discontinued. This course has been replaced by Course Number 3509.If you do not see this course listed contact customer service at EST. Have you ever wished you knew enough about computers to repair them? Are you tired of hearing about other people making $50 to $200 an hour as a computer technician, perhaps with their own business? Would you like to have a piece of the pie to? Well now, you  more...

Take Control of IIS This course describes how to install and configure Microsoft 2000 Web and FTP services. Do you need to set up a Web server for your home, small office, or corporation? This course shows, using a real-time, full-screen display, everything you need to do set up Web and FTP servers with the Microsoft 2000 or NT operating systems. All the procedures you need are shown just as you would perform them  more...

Office 2000 Introduction ...s from each one of these courses and gain an introductory knowledge of the applications. They will also learn some techniques to manage time more effectively. Office 2000 Introduction This course introduces students to Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook 2000. It also includes a section on time management. In Microsoft Word, students will learn new skills that include  more...

QuickBooks Pro 2001 Level 1 ...leting this course, even students with limited accounting knowledge will be at ease using QuickBooks Pro 2001 to create and manage the financial information of a small business. Specific features of interest include the Customer Detail Center and the Vendor Detail Center. After completing this course, even students with limited accounting knowledge will be at ease using QuickBooks Pro 2001 to  more...

QuickBooks Pro 2002 Level 1 ...leting this course, even students with limited accounting knowledge will be at ease using QuickBooks Pro 2002 to create and manage the financial information of a small business. This course introduces the basic features of QuickBooks Pro 2002, including customer, vendor, employee, and inventory management. Students will learn how to add and edit customers; add vendors and purchase orders; add  more...

A+ 2003 Complete Bundle (90 days of online training for PC Technicians) ...s course is designed to teach the computer technician the knowledge and skills needed to pass these tests. This course, the A+ 2003 Complete Bundle, teaches such subjects as the Windows and DOS operating systems, control settings in CMOS, hardware basics, in-depth instruction on floppy drives and hard drives, troubleshooting techniques, working with peripherals, memory installation and  more...

5 Steps to Effective Persuasive Business Communication Get quick results with this proven method and technique. The main objective of this course is to equip you with a proven method and persuasive writing technique. This course is designed specifically for anyone who wants to get the "target audience" to take action or shift their opinion or point of view. Since no one can be expected to change their mind or take action if they are not predisposed  more...

Advanced Business Spanish This course has been specially designed for students with a good command of the Spanish language who desire to apply their knowledge of the language to the business world.  more...

Pharmacy Technician Career Training Program This program will take you, as a student with no prior experience, into a new career as a Pharmacy Technician. Unlike many other career opportunities that come and go, medical careers are here to stay! Because of the widespread use of medication, Pharmacy Technicians have never been more in demand and the field will continue to grow in the years to come. As a Pharmacy Technician, you will  more...

Starting A Business?: How To Develop An Effective Business Plan You will learn how to develop, analyze and sell an effective business plan for your company or organization. This is not your ordinary "cook-book" workshop on Business Planning. Dr. Frank Leibold integrates solid business concepts he teaches MBA`s with invaluable tips he has acquired over 40 years of progressive executive business experience. He has developed and evaluated numerous plans, in a  more...

Administering Microsoft ® SQL Server 2000 (SQL) ...knowledge and skills required to install, manage and administer Microsoft SQL Server 2000 (SQL) databases. This course is design to help students master the concept of administering Microsoft? SQL Server 2000 (SQL) databases effectively. When a student completes this course he/she will be able to plan and complete a successful installation or upgrade, configure and tune SQL Server 2000  more...

Better Business Writing in One Week This practical course helps business professionals write with greater confidence and accuracy. Business letters, memos, e-mails, proposals...not everyone?s a writer, yet every businessperson is expected to write -- a scary prospect for professionals without formal writing training! Fear no more -- you?re only one week away from clearer, more confident writing. This unique course includes one  more...

Brilliant Business Writing and Communication This course helps business professionals write with confidence and precision while learning the principles of effective communication with their own writing coach. What does a business letter say about your company? What does a memo say about you? Countless business professionals are not trained writers, yet they`re expected to write every day, producing letters, proposals, and e-mail messages  more...

Learn How To Write Effective Persuasive Written Communication Perfect short course for those seeking to persuasively communicate with their audience through written communication. The main objective of this course is to equip you with a proven method and persuasive writing technique. This course is designed specifically for anyone who wants to get the "target audience" to take action or shift their opinion or point of view. Since no one can be expected to  more...

How to Build And Maintain Rapport With Your Clients Learn how to build rapport with your clients and get beyond small talk. Whether it`s a salesperson with customer, manager with employee, teacher with student or parent with child, rapport skills are the foundation for successful communications. As we think of rapport being a degree of harmony that we have with someone, it takes on powerful dimensions in developing relationships. And when a person  more...

Boost Your Self-Confidence And Enjoy Selling Success ... set goals. Selling success is part product and industry knowledge, part people and communication skills and part attitude and perspective. Strengthen your self-image, set and achieve goals that reach your company`s and your own expectations and reinforce your self-motivation to take control of what you can to reach your goals. Understand the importance of your own attitude and self-confidence  more...

Dramatically Increase Sales With Minor Web Site Changes and Adjustments! ...ors in and entice them to spend their money. And how this knowledge can help you in setting up your own web site! And finally, I`ll give you a simple javascript code for your web site that you can use to increase your sales! I`ll even show you the simple steps to set up this code. This code will help you to obtain your visitor`s name and email address (with their permission, of course) and  more...

Payroll Accounting Learn quickly from an accounting expert how to carry out the entire payroll process. This course is designed to introduce individuals, entrepreneurs and small businesses to the cost of labor and its related payroll taxes. In some companies, payroll costs represent more than one-third of the operating costs. The employer is liable for meeting reporting requirements and for the money withheld from  more...

Advanced Travel Career 6 Week Onlineworkshop ...knowledge of the travel industry and is designed for those who have completed Beginning Travel or who are considering returning to the travel field after an absence and would like a refresher course. A book fee of $65 is required to be paid in addition to tuition if this course is sold by itself. If this course part of the 5 course Travel Careers Training Program, there will be a $5 discount on  more...

Travel Agency Computer Training Competencies This course is for those who will focus on gaining hands-on knowledge with one of the airlines computer reservations system used by travel agencies and airlines. A book fee of $65 is required to be paid in addition to tuition if this course is sold by itself. If this course part of the 5 course Travel Careers Training Program, there will be a $5 discount on the book.  more...

The Travel Agent s Approach to Booking Cruises This course is designed to demonstrate how knowledge of the cruise industry can translate into more effective package salesmanship. A book fee of $65 is required to be paid in addition to tuition if this course is sold by itself. If this course part of the 5 course Travel Careers Training Program, there will be a $5 discount on the book.  more...

Strategic Planning and Management This course provides a strong foundation and global perspective around the concepts and tools used for Strategic Planning and Management. In the 21st Century, and its global economy, the art of planning is critical to the future focus of organizations. Performing at a higher level is now paramount to organizational longevity. Often times there is need for split second decison making. This course  more...

21st Century Assertiveness and the Art of Persuasion 21st Century Assertiveness and the Art of Persuasion examines the cultural, environmental, and emotional aspects of Assertivesness and Persuasion and provides tips and tools to do both in today`s global economy. The quest for dominance in our global economy and how organizations posture themselves to respond to this challenge will make or break their success. 21st Century Assertiveness and the  more...

Certificate in Technical Writing ...cation skills. Improve and update their technical writing knowledge and skills. Preparation for teaching professional communication. Prepare and deliver training for their companies Advance into documentation management positions. Advance career objectives and increase salary in the workplace. FAQ Common Questions What credits do you receive by completing this course? These are CEU credits  more...

Certificate in Technical Writing for Current Technical Writers ...cation skills. Improve and update their technical writing knowledge and skills. Preparation for teaching professional communication. Prepare and deliver training for their companies Advance into documentation management positions. Advance career objectives and increase salary in the workplace. Frequently Asked Questions What credits do you receive by completing this course? These are CEU  more...

Search Engine Competency Assessment-Level 1 (SECA Basic Certification) SECA Basic Certification covers skills built on a framework of current Search Engine Optimization theory and best practices. By passing SECA Level 1 you will demonstrate a reliable and validated measure of overall Search Engine Optimization performance, knowledge and skill sets. A successful passing grade entitles you to apply and receive a SECA Certificate from an Accredited State University.  more...

ADA Training & Certification Program Learn how to administer the federally-mandated ADA rules and earn a "Certified ADA Administrator" designation. This self-paced course qualifies for 8 hours of PHR/SPHR re-certification credits and can be completed either at one time or over several sessions. The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers with 15 or more employees to provide qualified individuals with disabilities an  more...

The Entrepreneurship Certificate in Marketing Mastery Program ...ll cool off in a minute if it isn ™t fueled by the knowledge and skills that are needed to transform it into a real and sustainable business. Students will be given an opportunity to work on their own business concepts. Students may complete this course within a reasonable period of time. Contact Hours give an indication of how much time is needed to take this class. As an extra added  more...

CompTIA Security + ...m. The CompTIA Security+ certification tests for security knowledge mastery of an individual with two years on-the-job networking experience, with emphasis on security. The exam covers industry-wide topics, including communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, access control, authentication, external attack and operational and organization security. Security+ is taught at  more...

Turn Your Life Experience Into College Credit ...knowledge and life experience may be sufficient to earn you legitimate college credit from an Accredited U.S. College or University? Learn from a Life Experience and Adult Education Expert. This course will teach you how to earn College Credit for what know through a series of 6 dynamic lessons. 90 day access to course content. Work at your own pace. Earn College Credit For What You Know Earn  more...

Designing Security for a Windows 2003 Network - MCSE (70-298) This course is desigend for the student seeking MCSE Certification who would function in medium to very large computing network environments that use Microsoft Windows 2003 as a network operating system. Student will learn about network security issues, concerns and protection. This course is designed to to teach the student network security and related security concerns and necessary actions to  more...

Computer Security Awareness Training (CSAT) ...ness Training (CSAT) provides employees with the critical knowledge and tools to prevent the destructive impact that hackers, viruses, and improper PC maintenance can have on your organization`s productivity, as well as protecting your organization`s critical assets and valuable intellectual property. Computer Security Awareness Training (CSAT) provides employees with the critical knowledge  more...

Dental Office Administrative Assistant Certificate Program ...knowledge to work in a progressive dental office. The student will learn basic dental anatomy, charting, terminology, communication skills, clinical and information records management, dental insurance processing, financial arrangements, bookkeeping procedures, computerized dental systems and employments skill that will assist in obtaining a position as a dental administrative assistant.  more...

Search Engine Competency Assessment-Level 1 (SECA Basic Certification) ...easure of overall Search Engine Optimization performance, knowledge and skill sets. A successful passing grade entitles you to apply and receive a SECA Certificate from an Accredited State University. Search Engine Optimization is an ever changing, complex practice, which requires practitioners to be up to date on the latest strategies and SEO practices. A SECA Certificate ensures you have the  more...

Copyright Basics for Librarians ...line information, not rumor or possibly erroneous "common knowledge". Copyright Basics for Librarians Copyright is a hot topic in librarianship and commerce. Knowing what copyright entails and how to deal with the most basic copyright situations in library can help you avoid common copyright mistakes. After finishing this course, you will be able to better understand what you read regarding  more...

Using Databases ...s you progress through the course you will gain a general knowledge of the terminology used in online searching and develop the skills needed to analyze various types of search requests. This foundation will enable you to identify the best method and tools for performing an online search. You will be given exercises to reinforce your learning experience. At the completion of the course, you  more...

Designing a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory & Network Services Infrastructure (70-297) In this newly released coursed the student will learn about designing an Active Directory and Network Services Infrastructure for a Windows 2003 network. In this newly released coursed you will learn all you need to know about designing an Active Directory and network services Infrastructure for your Windows 2003 network. This course is designed to teach the student about Designing Active  more...

Install, Configure & Administer Windows XP Professional - MCSE (Exam 70-270) This course is desigend for the student seeking MCSE Certification who would function in medium to very large computing environments that use Microsoft Windows XP Professional as a desktop operating system. This course is designed to to teach the student basic installation, configuration and overall administration of the Windows XP Pro environment. This training and area of expertise advances the  more...

Stack Sampling Methods 1-5 US-EPA Methods 1-5 are sampling methods developed for sampling of particulate emissions from stationary sources such as power plants and other industrial facilities. These methods appear in title 40, part 60 of the Code of Federal Regulations (referred to as 40 CFR 60). This course serves as an introduction to the methods and provides a basic understanding of the concepts, equipment, procedures  more...

Ladder Safety Training Program ...knowledge so they can safely use this common but dangerous equipment, the ladder. Welcome to Ladder Safety Training Program Going up? Elevate the level of workers? knowledge so they can safely use this common but dangerous equipment, the ladder. In our Ladder Safety-training program, learn to select the appropriate ladder for your application, inspect ladders for damage that might cause the  more...

Personal Protective Equipment One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind. Hopefully no environment your workers face will be as inhospitable as the moon, but it is still important for each worker to recognize when personal protective equipment (PPE) is needed, what PPE is needed, what it can do, and how to care for it. Welcome to Personal Protective Equipment ?One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.?  more...

SQL Server 2000 Administration This course will teach techniques for installing, configuring, and administering SQL Server 2000. This course is designed to teach the student all the necessary knowledge to successfully pass the Microsoft exam 70-228 required for MCDBA. (Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2000.) This indepth course covers all necessary materials to accomplish outcomes listed below.  more...

SQL Server 2000 Data Warehousing ...knowledge and skills necessary to design a data warehouse and to populate data marts by using Data Transformation Services (DTS) in Micorsoft SQL Server 2000 This course will teach you the ins and outs of in Micorsoft SQL Server 2000 by providing the knowledge and skills necessary to understand the underlying design and principles of a data warehouse. You will learn to plan and build a data  more...

Computer Fundamentals ...e basics pertaining to using a computer. It includes the knowledge and skills required to identify different types of computers, the components of a personal computer (including internal components such as microprocessors) and how these components work together. The module also includes the knowledge and skills relating to computer storage as it applies to hardware?components like floppy and  more...

Online Research Techniques ...rse will help you develop online research skills and gain knowledge on Grolier Online and GaleNet resources. This course is offered by a State Accredited University and offers State Board Continuing Education credits for Michigan teachers.? If you are located in a state other than Michigan, please check to see if your State Board will honor the Continuing Education Credit.? The course provider  more...

NETS`T - National Education Technology Standards for Teachers ...cher Education (NCATE), defines the fundamental concepts, knowledge, skills, and attitudes for applying technology in educational settings. All candidates seeking certification or endorsements in teacher preparation should meet these educational technology standards. It is the responsibility of faculty at cooperating schools to provide opportunities for teacher candidates to meet these  more...

Introduction to Fireworks MX Using Fireworks to create professional images for the web or desktop work Introduction to Fireworks MX is the first class of a 3-part course; students are required to have access to the Internet, basic Internet and computer (file structure) knowledge, Fireworks MX or Fireworks 4 software installed in their computer and the course book ? Visual Quickstart Guide Macromedia Fireworks MX for Windows  more...