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Online Course: Predictive Analytics Applied Online Edition on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...nutes with a revealing Excel-based exercise Personalized support: Online training participants also receive 30 minutes of Q-and-A support with the instructor via telephone or email. Each session of this self-paced e-learning program may be viewed at your convenience (after the release date of July 7, 2008). Since no travel is required and the registration fee is one-third the fee of the more...
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Authorware for Educators on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecourseware ...ds of interactive multimedia programs such as performance-support applications and educational games. The textbook for this course guides you step by step through the development of several Authorware projects. Each lesson in the textbook begins with an overview of its contents and a series of short Authorware projects for you to complete. The textbook includes time limited Authorware software. more...
Guardianship Decisions for Elderly Loved Ones on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecoursewareSelf Directed Course description -- Being designated as a guardian for an elderly or otherwise disabled loved one can be a daunting responsibility. This course will remove some of the apprehension and fear by providing specific directions for determining appropriate care alternatives, alerting you to pitfalls, giving you ideas for maintaining the loved onea s quality of life, and enlisting the support of more...
How To Master Personal Career on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecoursewareSelf Directed Course description -- Much of one's professional success is a function of personal skills that relate to professional activities, such as interviewing for a new job, balancing work and family, and managing stress. The 10 courses in this bundle develop personal competencies that will support your employees' career aspirations and enhance their effectiveness in their private lives. IMPORTANT NOTE: more...
Solving Problems as a Team on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecoursewareSelf Directed Course description -- This course identifies some of the most useful group problem-solving techniques that teams can use. You will learn how to encourage collaboration on your team, work through problems together, and combine methods for complex problems. You will be given tools and techniques to help you follow a standard problem-solving process, and get team consensus and support. The course more...
Valuing Diversity on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecoursewareSelf Directed Course description -- This course provides an excellent base for the manager to learn about his or her own beliefs and to see the potential of a diverse workplace. There are tools and techniques to help a supervisor learn to recognize the positive contributions all employees make in achieving the goals of the organization. There are suggestions for modeling and promoting organizational values and more...
Certified Help Desk Professional Online on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecourseware This online course is a practical alternative for busy customer support professionals. more...
A Day 4 - Chapters 14-18 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecoursewareSelf Directed This course is designed to teach the computer technician the skills needed to pass the CompTIA A+ Certification tests. This fourth of a 4-part or day (i.e. "day" - a really full day - about 10 hours of training) course covers the skills needed to work with Windows 2000, including the alerter service, the Recovery Console, communications, and file protection. This section also explains networks and more...
Management & Leadership Decision Support Systems Training Program on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homecourseware This course will teach you how to effectively and efficiently implement a system of management and leadership Decision Support and decision making. more...
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Project Team - Organising A Project on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Project Team - Organising A Project is a comprehensive course that teaches both the philosophy and the practical application of effective project management. The course is entirely self-contained, but it can also be used as a support tool for an existing in-house training course or as the basis for promoting a detailed in-house method. Project Team - Organising A Project will enable you to define more...
Project Team - Planning A Project on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Project Team - Planning A Project is a comprehensive course that teaches both the philosophy and the practical application of effective project management. The course is entirely self-contained, but it can also be used as a support tool for an existing in-house training course or as the basis for promoting a detailed in-house method. Project Team - Planning A Project will enable you to define and more...
Project Team - Controlling A Project on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Project Team - Controlling A Project is a comprehensive course that teaches both the philosophy and the practical application of effective project management. The course is entirely self-contained, but it can also be used as a support tool for an existing in-house training course or as the basis for promoting a detailed in-house method. Project Team - Controlling A Project will enable you to more...
Presentation Skills : Visual Aids on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd The thought of giving a presentation can turn the most rational person into a nervous wreck. But in business, presentations are superb opportunities to put your point across, to get people on your side, and to persuade people to act! This course will help you develop a presentation with impact that makes the most of these opportunities. It will guide you in designing and creating visual aids that more...
z/OS for Operators Curriculum on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd ...5 OPERATING PROCEDURE & FACILITIES MCS - Multiple Console Support SMF - System Management Facilities DDR - Dynamic Device Reconfiguration MIH - Missing Interrupt Handler System Generation & IPL's Duration 3 - 4 hours Prerequisites Basic understanding of Data Processing concepts and successful completion of Datatrain s z/OS Architecture & Concepts and MVS Controls & Processes Courses, or similar more...
Cisco Interconnecting Network Devices Part 1: Establishing Workgroups on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd This course is the first in a four-part series that is based on Cisco Systems' instructor-led training, Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND 1.0). In this series, the concepts, commands, and practice required to configure Cisco switches and routers in multiprotocol internetworks are covered. Installation, configuration, and troubleshooting information and practice that technical support more...
Cisco Interconnecting Network Devices Part 2: Configuring Switches on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd This course is the second in a four-part series that is based on Cisco Systems' instructor-led training, Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND 1.0). In this series, the concepts, commands, and practice required to configure Cisco switches and routers in multiprotocol internetworks are covered. Installation, configuration, and troubleshooting information and practice that technical support more...
Cisco Interconnecting Network Devices Part 3: Configuring Routers on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd This course is the third in a four-part series that is based on Cisco Systems' instructor-led training, Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND 1.0). In this series, the concepts, commands, and practice required to configure Cisco switches and routers in multiprotocol internetworks are covered. Installation, configuration, and troubleshooting information and practice that technical support more...
Cisco Interconnecting Network Devices Part 4: Connecting to WANs on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd This course is the last in a four-part series that is based on Cisco Systems' instructor-led training, Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND 1.0). In this series, the concepts, commands, and practice required to configure Cisco switches and routers in multiprotocol internetworks are covered. Installation, configuration, and troubleshooting information and practice that technical support more...
Cisco Internetwork Troubleshooting - Part 1 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd This is the first course in a five-part series on Cisco Internetwork Troubleshooting 4.0 (CIT 4.0). CIT 4.0 teaches students how to baseline and troubleshoot an environment using Cisco routers and switches for multiprotocol client hosts and servers. This is an advanced series that shows networking professionals troubleshooting processes on Cisco Routers and Catalyst Switches. This course will more...
Cisco Installing and Maintaining Routers Part 3: 7000, 7200, and 7500 Series on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd In Cisco 7000 Router Family System Messages and Commands section of the course, students are practice interpreting online module insertion and removal messages. Students also use commands to display system and card status or information. This section helps students develop skills in recognizing and interpreting common system messages. Students also using Cisco IOS software commands to load files more...
Employee Performance: Resolving Conflict on-line e-learning cbt (computer based)study at homeweb-based,online cbt,cd Learn the strategies and tactics necessary for effective conflict resolution in Employee Performance: Resolving Conflict. You will be given the opportunity to create a more productive work environment by addressing conflict between another manager and yourself, between employees, and among team members. more...
Microsoft Windows 98 Advanced User on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This course will introduce users to the advanced features of Windows 98. Participants will learn the skills to work with the commonly used applications in Windows 98; various components of multimedia devices that support sound and video; connect to a network and its resources; configure and administer a printer. more...
Supporting Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Core Technologies - Part 1 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...e first course in a four-part series intended for network support professionals who will install, configure customize and support Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0. The courses in this series prepare the foundation for supporting Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 in a single domain environment. The series imparts the skills necessary to install, configure, customize, optimize, network, integrate, more...
Supporting Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Core Technologies - Part 2 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ... second course in a four-part series intended for network support Professionals who will install, configure customize and support Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0. The courses in this series prepare the foundation for supporting Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 in a single domain environment. The series imparts the skills necessary to install, configure, customize, optimize, network, integrate, more...
Supporting Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Core Technologies - Part 3 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...e third course in a four-part series intended for network support professionals who will install, configure customize and support Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0. The courses in this series prepare the foundation for supporting Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 in a single domain environment. The curriculum imparts the skills necessary to install, configure, customize, optimize, network, more...
Supporting Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Core Technologies - Part 4 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the fourth course in the Supporting Windows NT Server 4.0 curriculum. This series covers all the objectives of Microsoft s Certified Systems Engineer exam for Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 Core Technologies. The course materials have been developed with support from Microsoft and have been reviewed and approved by Microsoft for adherence to their certification exam objectives. more...
Implementing Directory Services in Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the first course in a seven-part series intended for network support professionals working in a Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 based enterprise environment. The series aims to enable these professionals to pass Microsoft's certification examination 70-68. This series enables participants to design, implement, and support the Windows NT Server network operating system in a multidomain more...
Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 Analysis and Optimization on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the second course in a seven-part series intended for network support professionals working in a Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 based enterprise environment. The series aims to enable these professionals to pass Microsoft's certification examination 70-68. This series gives participants the opportunity to design, implement, and support the Windows NT Server network operating system in a more...
Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 Network Analysis and Optimization - Part 1 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the third course in a seven-part series intended for network support professionals working in a Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 based enterprise environment. The series aims to enable these professionals to pass Microsoft's certification examination 70-68. This series gives participants the opportunity to design, implement, and support the Windows NT Server network operating system in a more...
Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 Network Analysis and Optimization - Part 2 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the fourth course in a seven-part series intended for network support professionals working in a Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 based enterprise environment. The series aims to enable these professionals to pass Microsoft's certification examination 70-68. This series gives participants the opportunity to design, implement, and support the Windows NT Server network operating system in a more...
Troubleshooting Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 in the Enterprise Environment on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the fifth course in a seven-part series intended for network support professionals working in a Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 based enterprise environment. The series aims to enable these professionals to pass Microsoft's certification examination 70-68. This series gives participants the opportunity to design, implement, and support the Windows NT Server network operating system in a more...
Installing and Configuring Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 in the Enterprise Environment - Part 1 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the sixth course in a seven-part series intended for network support professionals working in a Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 based enterprise environment. The series aims to enable these professionals to pass Microsoft's certification examination 70-68. This series gives participants the opportunity to design, implement, and support the Windows NT Server network operating system in a more...
Installing and Configuring Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 in the Enterprise Environment - Part 2 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the final course in a seven-part series intended for network support professionals working in a Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 based enterprise environment. The series aims to enable these professionals to pass Microsoft's certification examination 70-68. This series gives participants the opportunity to design, implement, and support the Windows NT Server network operating system in a more...
Internetworking Microsoft TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 - Part 1 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the first course in a four part series for IT professionals who intend to set up, configure, use and support TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0. The series aims to enable the professionals to pass Microsoft exam 70-59, Internetworking Microsoft TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0. more...
Internetworking Microsoft TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 - Part 2 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the second course in a four part series for IT professionals who intend to set up, configure, use and support TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0. The series aims to enable the professionals to pass Microsoft exam 70-59, Internetworking Microsoft TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0. more...
Internetworking Microsoft TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 - Part 3 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the third course in a four part series for IT professionals who intend to set up, configure, use and support TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0. The series aims to enable the professionals to pass Microsoft exam 70-59, Internetworking Microsoft TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0. more...
Internetworking Microsoft TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 - Part 4 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the final course in a four part series for IT professionals who intend to set up, configure, use and support TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0. The series aims to enable the professionals to pass Microsoft exam 70-59, Internetworking Microsoft TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0. more...
Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 Expert User on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This course provides participants with the advanced features of Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 to create powerful presentations. At the completion of this course, students will learn how to create and modify charts and tables; import data from other sources; prepare support elements for a presentation; and broadcast a presentation on the Webmore...
Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure Part 1: Active Directory Installation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This course focuses on providing the knowledge and skills necessary for experienced support professionals to install, configure and troubleshoot Active Directorymore...
Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure Part 5: Remote Installation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This course will provide the knowledge and skills necessary for experienced support professionals to use Remote Installation Services to deploy Windows 2000, and how to configure RIS security. more...
Microsoft Windows 2000 - Designing a Network Infrastructure Part 3: WANs on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the third course in a four-part series of the Microsoft Windows 2000 Network - Designing a Network Infrastructure curriculum which prepares participants for Microsoft Exam 70-221. This course provides participants with an opportunity to learn how to design a Routing and Remote Access Service (RRAS) network, Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) network, IP routing network and more...
Microsoft SQL Server 7.0: Designing and Implementing Data Warehouses - Part 1 on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This is the first course in a five part series that will help students prepare for the Microsoft Certified Professional exam 70-019, Designing and Implementing Data Warehouses with Microsoft SQL Server 7.0. At the completion of this course, students will learn to identify the characteristics of different decision support systems and components and tools used in data warehousing; identify the more...
Enterprise JavaBeans Part 3: Transactions and Security on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This final course in the series teaches learners about transaction and security management. The transaction management sections cover the EJB semiautomated transaction management feature, container-managed transactions, bean-managed transactions and synchronization. The security management section addresses EJB architecture support for security management. more...
Win2000 Dir Serve Man Optimizing Active Dir Components on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...irectory data. You will also learn about Active Directory support and performance-monitoring tools such as System Monitor, Event Viewer, and Performance Logs and Alerts. Using these tools, you can monitor access to shared folders, monitor open files, disconnect users from open files, and send console messages. Related Exam: Microsoft Exam #070-217: Implementing and Administering a Microsoft more...
Site Survey Fundamentals on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In this module, we discuss the process of conducting a site survey, also known as a "facilities analysis." We discuss terms and concepts with which you are probably familiar if you have ever installed a wireless network from the ground up. more...
Overview of Layers and Layer 1 Devices on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In this WestNet e-Learning module, we review the layers of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model, functions of each layer, and internetworking devices that perform each of the functions. We will begin a detailed discussion of the devices found at the Physical Layer of the OSI model. more...
Remote Access Using Cisco Easy VPN on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To configure remote access using a Cisco Easy VPN server The primary target includes network designers, network administrators, network engineers, and system engineers. more...
ISPF with TSO E I on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Provides an extensive and practical introduction to the MVS TSO/E system and using the ISPF Program Development Facility (ISPF/PDF). End users, programmers, operators, production support, technical support, analyst. more...
Cisco IP Phones and CallManager Configuration on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To explain how to compare IP Phones and functions and configure Cisco CallManager to support IP phones IT professionals responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining the ongoing administration of a Cisco IP telephony solution; candidates preparing for the Cisco IP Telephony exam (642-444 CIPTmore...
Microsoft SMS 2003 Installing and Configuring Sites on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) To explain how to install and configure SMS sites Systems administrators, systems engineers, systems analysts, IT consultants, and support professionals with responsibility for planning, implementing, and maintaining Microsoft Systems Management Server 2003 more...
The Process of Globalizing a Product or Service on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Actually going global takes both planning and doing. In this course, you'll learn about the three major steps you need to cover to globalize a product or service. First, pick the right geographic location for your corporate goals and create a good plan for globalizing the product or service you're working with. Then "globalize" your product or service and let the world know you're open for more...
Presenting Your Proposition on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Even the most confident sales people can feel their self-assurance dissolve when required to make a formal sales presentation. This course is about giving you the confidence, not only to present, but also to get commitment from your customer. Demonstrating a structure that can be adapted to most situations, this course will equip you with the skills needed to deal with the most intimidating more...
Negotiating to Mutual Benefit on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) The key to being a skilled negotiator is understanding the difference between negotiating and giving money away. This course demonstrates the stages and rules that will gain you a win/win solution, and with it long-term business. If you follow the guidelines set out here, you will be able to handle customer strategies and still close the deal on terms that keep both your company and your customer more...
From Executive-level Sale to Strategic Partnership on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) 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. Salespeople who sell at an executive level and obtain and maintain more...
Closing Executive-level Sales Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...ctional account team effectively to provide good customer support and to ultimately move the relationship to the partnership stage. This simulation is based on the "Selling at the Executive Level" series and contains links to the following SkillSoft courses: SAL Salespeople who sell at an executive level and obtain and maintain key accounts; salespeople who want to move into executive sales more...
The Strategic Account Sales Approach on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) A successful sales track record doesn't come from a hit-or-miss approach. It comes from the implementation of step-by-step processes that help ensure predictable, repeatable, and measurable results. In this course, you'll learn about the strategic account sales (SAS) approach for successful sales. You'll start by gaining an understanding of the premises and strategy behind the approach. Then more...
Understanding Your Customer on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Can you imagine trying to sell a product or service to a customer you know nothing about? You probably wouldn't succeed. The better you know your customer, the higher your chance for success. In this course, you'll learn about the first major component of the strategic account sales (SAS) approach: research. You'll start by learning about the key areas to research using the SAS approach and where more...
Conducting Effective Sales Research Meetings on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Researching your target accounts is important for understanding your customer's business. But only by conducting research meetings will you learn the "inside" information you need to truly understand the business fit between your company and your customer. In this course, you'll learn about bringing your research and communication skills together in strategic account sales (SAS) research meetings. more...
Working with Your Customer s Key Players on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Strong customer relationships are essential for long-term sales success. In this course, you'll learn about the second major component of the Strategic Account Sales (SAS) approach--communication. You'll start by learning about developing coach relationships in your target account. A vital part of your sales effectiveness depends on finding contacts at target accounts that can become part of an more...
Delivering High-Impact Sales Presentations on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) The most important meeting you'll have with your client is when you show the decision makers that you have the right business fit for their needs. You've done a lot of hard work, so when the curtain goes up on your sales presentation, you want an award-winning performance. In this course, you'll learn about the third major component of the strategic account sales (SAS) approach--presentation. more...
Strategic Account Sales Skills Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) You're an architectural renovation sales consultant for The Architectural Services Company (TASC). You sell design and project control services to commercial businesses. After attending a crowded book reading at Bigler's Books, you determine that the store is a potential customer for your company's services. You use a strategic account sales approach to do research on your own and then conduct more...
The Territorial Account Sales Approach on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) A successful sales track record doesn't come from a hit-or-miss approach. It comes from the implementation of step-by-step processes that help to ensure predictable, repeatable, and measurable results. In this course, you'll learn about the territorial account sales approach for successful sales. You'll start by gaining an understanding of the premises and strategy behind the approach. Then, more...
Understanding Your Target Customer s Business on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Imagine trying to sell a product or service to a customer that you know nothing about. Do you think it would be an easy process? Probably not. The better you know your customer, the better your chances for success. In this course, you'll learn about the first major component of the territorial account sales (TAS) approach--research. You'll gain an understanding of the benefits of good research and more...
Effectively Using Customer-focused Research Meetings on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In this course, you'll learn about bringing your research and communication skills together in territorial account research meetings. By conducting research meetings, you'll get the inside perspective you need to truly understand your customer. You'll start by learning how to prepare for an effective research meeting. Next, you'll explore how to conduct research meetings to gather desired more...
Gaining Access to Key Personnel at Your Target Accounts on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In this course, you'll learn about the second major component of the territorial account sales approach: communication. You'll start by learning about coaching relationships. A vital part of your sales effectiveness depends on finding a key contact in each target account that can become your internal coach for the sales process. Then, you'll learn about gaining access to the right level at your more...
Delivering High-impact Territorial Account Sales TAS Presentations on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In this course, you'll learn about the third major component of the territorial account sales approach--presentation. Your presentation is the most important meeting you'll have with your client. This is when you show the decision makers that you have the right product and business fit for their needs. You've done a lot of hard work, so when you make your sales presentation, you want it to more...
Territorial Account Sales Skills Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) You're a salesperson for Soft Hands Shipping Company, a San Francisco, California based firm that specializes in the ground transportation of fragile items. You sell the company s shipping services to all types of organizations. Wine Cellar of California sells wine to restaurants throughout the state, and it becomes one of your target accounts. You will do some preliminary research on this company more...
ITIL The Service Desk and Incident Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...rnal and internal customer satisfaction. The delivery and support of IT services are divided into core processes within ITIL. This course provides an overview of IT service management (ITSM), and it covers one service support function--the service desk--and one service support process--incident management. This course is intended to help learners prepare for the IT service management foundation more...
ITIL Configuration and Release Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...rove service to the users of the system. The delivery and support of IT services are divided into core processes within the IT infrastructure library (ITIL). This course covers two service support processes: configuration management and release management. This course is intended to help learners prepare for the IT Service Management Foundation Certificate exam. Course is designed for IT more...
ITIL Service Level and Capacity Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ... right time and in a cost effective way. The delivery and support of IT services are divided into core processes within the IT infrastructure library (ITIL). This course covers two service delivery processes: service level management and capacity management. This course is intended to help learners prepare for the IT Service Management Foundation Certificate exam. IT managers and support more...
ITIL Problem and Change Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...ify and implement appropriate solutions. The delivery and support of IT services are divided into core processes within ITIL. This course covers two service support processes: problem management and change management. This course is intended to help learners prepare for the IT Service Management Foundation Certificate exam. IT managers and support personnel who seek to improve and streamline more...
ITIL Continuity and Availability Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...n ruin companies in the blink of an eye. The delivery and support of IT services are divided into core processes within the IT infrastructure library. This course covers two of the service delivery processes: IT service continuity management and availability management. IT service continuity management is the process of dealing with disasters affecting IT services and maintaining services to more...
ITIL Financial and Security Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...olvent and to keep their systems secure. The delivery and support of IT services are divided into core processes within ITIL. This course covers a service delivery process--financial management--and a function known as security management. This course is intended to help learners prepare for the IT Service Management Foundation Certificate exam. Designed for IT managers and support personnel more...
The Contact Center and Technical Support Agent on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) .... Retaining customers has become paramount, and technical support has become a valuable resource. Driven by Customer Relationship Management (CRM) principles, this course explains how the role of the technical support agent (TSA) has changed as businesses realize the importance of CRM strategies to their survival. The first lesson examines the characteristics of the modern contact center as a more...
Technical Support Essentials on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...support agents (TSAs) can't provide world-class technical service and support unless they understand contact center technology. They also need to understand the various elements and stages of a call--and what to do with the information gained. This course explains contact center technology and TSA activities. It covers the technology that links the TSA to the customer and to the resources more...
Assessing Customer Behavior on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In the modern customer-centric business model, dealing with all customers in a positive and efficient manner is paramount. But this goal can become daunting to a TSA who has not developed the ability to identify various behavior types and apply appropriate techniques to deal with them in a way that builds a positive relationship between the customer and the company. This course instructs agents in more...
Technical Support Agent Survival Skills on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...Coping with stress is an everyday issue for the Technical Support Agent (TSA). The focus of this course is specifically directed to the situations that TSAs encounter. The course will help the TSA avoid burnout and manage job responsibilities by identifying the causes of stress, prevention methods, and time management skills. Technical Support Agents seeking to acquire new skills or improve the more...
Technical Support Agent Skills Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...olved far beyond the "break-fix" model, today's technical support centers are staffed with TSA professionals who must add to their technical repertoire a high standard of customer-relations management, sales skills, and keen problem-solving ability. To test these skills, you will assume the role of a Level-1 TSA for Masterson Tool and Equipment. Through its catalog and web site, Masterson more...
Customer Service Agent Skills Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...om toasters to central-air conditioning units. Post-sales support is critical to their operation, and KDA prides itself on superior customer service. For the duration of this simulation, the learner will assume the role of customer service agent generalist in the company's central call center. This simulation is based on the SkillSoft series "Customer Service Agent Skills" and contains links to more...
Leading A Customer-Focused Team on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...responsibility to give them the direction, resources, and support they need to succeed. This course shows you how to work with them to create a customer-focused environment that fulfills customers' expectations while still achieving corporate goals. The first lesson explains how to work together to set the parameters for what has to be accomplished by creating a Statement of Purpose and more...
Managing a Customer-focused Department Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...gers, supervisors, and team leaders motivate, manage, and support customer service staff. Over the course of the simulation, participants will practice a series of customer service management skills, encompassing the objectives of delivering the essentials of customer service, obtaining employee support, reviewing the service process, improving the service process, managing team performance, more...
Interacting with the Customer on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...ed to provide effective customer service: how to properly support a customer, how to overcome communication problems, and how to use active listening. This course helps to prepare learners interested in the Help Desk Institute's (HDI) Customer Support Specialist (CSS) certification, which is targeted at individuals wishing to qualify to work in a customer support center or help desk more...
Essentials of Internal Consulting on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) You may already have a reputation as something of an area specialist. Perhaps you've now been asked to deploy your knowledge in an internal consulting role. Or maybe you've always been attracted to this role and you would now like to find out more? What will it mean for you? What does an internal consultant do? How do you become one? And if you have just become one, what is expected of you? This more...
Effective Communication Skills on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...nication as well as an emotional response to contacting a support center. In order to effectively communicate, the Customer Support Specialist (CSS) must understand how to adapt to these different styles and emotions before the customer's problems can be dealt with. This course explains how to adapt to the different communication types and identifies the common emotions that customers more...
Managing Conflict Stress and Time on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ... problem to be the most important problem to the Customer Support Specialist (CSS). For the CSS, adapting to each customer's communication style, understanding each customer's emotional response, and solving each customer's problem can be an enormously stressful and time-consuming process. This course is intended to show the proper methods needed to resolve conflicts, manage time, and manage more...
Customer Support Specialist Simulation on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) You are a call center representative for BroadBandCast Inc., one of the world's leading communication companies. Digital cable TV, high-speed Internet, and phone service are among the company's products. You are a recent hire. An added challenge to your new position is that you have been assigned to work the graveyard shift. Your challenge is to figure out how to handle dealing with angry, more...
Customer Service Procedures on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...ed to provide effective customer service: how to properly support a customer, how to provide accurate documentation, and how to handle difficult customers. This course helps to prepare learners interested in the HDI Customer Support Specialist (CSS) Certification, which is targeted to individuals wishing to qualify to work in a customer support center/help desk environment. Individuals more...
Managing the Quality of the Customer Support Service Center on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...represent a significant challenge to your company. If the support center is able to deal with incidents efficiently, your company can benefit enormously. Reputation and customer satisfaction can be restored and procedures can be established to recognize and prevent future incidents. This course examines the processes involved in incident management and how a support center can use them to best more...
Management Tools and Metrics on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...Support Centers expect the same level of professionalism each time they interact with a Customer Support Specialist (CSS). To ensure this consistently high level of service, the CSS can draw an array of management tools and processes that both guide and measure his performance. This course is intended to demonstrate the management and measurement tools a professional CSS is expected to use when more...
The Customer Support Specialist CSS on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ... makes sense that a business must do everything it can to support and satisfy existing customers. Handling complaints effectively and efficiently can result in increased customer loyalty. Today's Customer Support Specialists (CSS) and support centers have a vital role to play in ensuring customers' needs are addressed in an effective, efficient manner. This course will familiarize the more...
The Support Center Service on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) This course is intended to instruct the learner in the Help Desk Institute's (HDI) basic levels of service commitments and attitude. Best practices, personal accountability, enhancing the image of the organization, and the work environment are covered. Individuals interested in the Help Desk Institute's (HDI) Customer Support Specialist (CSS) certification more...
Establishing Team and Customer Relationships on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...omer relationships. Teamwork is a critical component of a Support Center. This course looks at the individual responsibilities of each team member, as well as the team as a whole. It also addresses the role of strong leadership in building and maintaining successful teams. In a Customer Support Center, customer relationships are everything - and communication is king Many customer problems are more...
The Technical Professional as Internal Consultant on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Traditionally, consultants have been seen as experts outside an organization who are hired to appraise a situation and recommend paths toward improvement. These agents of change may be brought in to downsize a company, recommend efficiency improvements, recommend ways to improve employee morale, or facilitate other changes. Today, companies are selecting technical professionals within the more...
Creating Effective Contracts on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) When you hear the word "contract", you may think of a written, legal document. However, when it comes to consulting relationships, contracts are more about setting expectations and involving the right people instead of setting legal parameters. In this course, you'll examine how to approach contracting, the considerations that are most important, and how you should approach the contracting more...
Introduction to IT Project Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Do you want to increase your effectiveness as a leader in project management? Are you unsure of the key skills needed for managing an information technology (IT) project? As you proceed through this "Introduction to IT Project Management" course in the "Project Management for IT Professionals" series, you will gain valuable insight into project management with a special focus on managing IT more...
Functions of IT Project Management on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) William Shakespeare wrote, "Be not afraid of greatness; some are born great; some achieve greatness, others have greatness thrust upon them." Good information technology (IT) project managers are trained, not born. As an IT project manager, you can achieve greatness by improving and developing your own skills through continued education and experience. Your management skills will become better more...
The Life Cycle of an IT Project on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Did you know that your information technology (IT) project becomes more vulnerable as it goes through the various stages of development? That's because during each stage of development the project becomes more complex, increasing the chances of something going wrong. Incorporating a structured framework for developing IT projects, also known as a life cycle, enables your corporation to implement more...
Managing the Execution and Control of IT Projects on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Did you know that the average IT project has cost overruns of nearly 200 percent, and that almost 30 percent of all IT projects fail? Why do you think IT projects are so vulnerable to cost overruns and failure? How can you ensure that your project does not end up as one of these statistics? You can avoid being a statistic by managing project scope, cost, and scheduling. As you go through this more...
Managing Efficiencies of IT Projects on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Are you delivering quality application systems? Do you know how you can ensure that your projects deliver value to your organization? The key to delivering value is "process." Organizations are becoming more aware of the importance of following the same process for each project. In this course, you will learn how to converge methodologies with other project management techniques and process more...
Project IT Management Simulation - The Early Stages on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) American Auto is a large automobile company that designs, manufactures, and markets cars and trucks worldwide. With its one price and no-haggle sales approach, the company has been very successful and continues to increase its customer base. To further simplify the buying process, American Auto has recently embraced the idea of upgrading its web site's virtual showroom to allow for online more...
Project IT Management Simulation - Design to Rollout on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) American Auto is a large automobile company that designs, manufactures, and markets cars and trucks worldwide. With its one price and no-haggle sales approach, the company has been very successful and enjoys a continuous increase in its customer base. To further simplify the buying process, American Auto has recently embraced the idea of upgrading its web site's virtual showroom to allow for more...
The Execution Process Group on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Once you have completed initiating and planning for your program, it is time to take the steps necessary to execute the program. The Executing process group is concerned with following established policies and plans to ensure effective benefits and stakeholder management, as well as program governance. Management of this process is complex involving costing, quality assurance, and scheduling, more...
Monitoring Controlling and Closing Programs on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...ed to help program managers understand the processes that support the Monitoring and Controlling and Closing process groups.This course is aligned with "A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge" (PMBOK Guide) - Third Edition, published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ), Inc., 2004. Copyright and all rights reserved. Material from this publication has been reproduced with the more...
Program Management Processes and the Initiating Process Group on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) ...gned to help program managers describe the processes that support the program management life cycle themes. It also explains the difference between the program management process groups and the project management process groups, including the common inputs to program management processes and the components related to the Initiating process group.This course is aligned with "A Guide to the more...
Presenting Your Ideas Captivate Your Audience on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Presenting Your Ideas: Captivate Your Audience, is the fourth of four courses in this curriculum. After the completion of this course you will be able to recognize the components of effective delivery strategies, list ways to use visual aids in a manner that supports your script, identify the steps for responding effectively to audience questions and identify the five categories for assessing more...
Developing Fundamental Critical Thinking Skills on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) You may not need an MBA to succeed in the corporate arena, but regardless of position or industry, you do need to be able to analyze, reason, and communicate effectively. These and other critical thinking skills are increasingly consequential as organizational planning and decision making become more distributed and reliant on written and verbal communication factors. Developing Fundamental more...
Strategies for Facilitating Critical Thinking on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Workplaces are not typically associated with reflection or critical self-reflection, ideas that are often considered 'soft' to the bottom-line, results-oriented world of business.... Yet, paradoxically, reflection is becoming more part of the lifeblood of organizations in today's economic environment. Victoria Marsick's words illustrate why businesses can no longer thrive on the unexamined more...
Critical Thinking Skills for Managing on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) Rational decision making is linear and is what you do when you put your facts in order. Intuition is looking at those facts and trying to see a pattern-and the patterns aren't always evident because the patterns aren't always linear. The two together are an extremely powerful combination. Joel Kurtzman, President, Kurtzman Associates and former editor, Harvard Business Review. The Critical more...
Organizational Scope of Critical Thinking on-line e-learning cbt (computer based) In any complex environment systems are necessary, but they must serve an organization rather than become its masters. This is how Ralph S. Larsen, chairman and chief executive officer of Johnson & Johnson, describes both the need for systems and their inherent risk. Organizational systems, with complex and intricately interrelated components, demand the application of critical thinking to avoid more...