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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...

Teams Management - Managing Team Conflict ...through understanding and dealing with the dynamic and changing work environment, personalities, concern over job security, changing team members, team vs. organizational dynamics, and division of tasks and functions. The user is given 1 year access to this course. You may complete it as quickly as you care to, however be diligent to understand and apply the new knowledge in a satisfactory  more...

Religions of the World - Judaism This course is designed to provide you with a study of one of the oldest religions in the world - Judaism. It will bring the leading scholars and theologians of Judiasm in America right to you desktop computer through streaming media 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  more...

Religions of the World Islam In this course you will study Islam. Interviews with leading scholars and theologians of Islam in America are brought right to your desktop computer through streaming media 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  more...

Religions of the World - Eastern Religions In this course you will study Eastern Religions. These include the Religions of India and the Far East. Interviews with leading scholars and theologians of Eastern Religions in America are brought right to your desktop computer through streaming media 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  more...

Attract Financial Prosperity - An Effective Program to Manifest Financial Abundance Are you ready to eliminate financial struggles? Take control of your life with this one-month transformative program that incorporates a spiritual approach to solving your prosperity challenges through aromatherapy oil recipes, meditations, affirmations, and much more.  more...

Introduction to Dreamweaver MX(tm) 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(tm) 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...

Beginning Webmastering Techniques( with site design/management focus ) Moderately Technical--HTML, DOM, CSS, UI design/layout database issues. Topics Covered : Site design, Performance Tuning, Adding audio, video and simple add-ons and also a broad overview of other Webmastering areas of speciality. Prerequisite: Some programming experience is helpful. Familiarity with networking concepts will also be helpful. Software/Hardware Requirement : A student will need to  more...

Architecting Web Content (Master Class)-Self Directed ... effective marketing strategies. Each week, you will work through online lessons, research projects, discussion questions, and review tests. This will make sure that you are learning the materials effectively. At the end of the course, you will complete a course project that will integrate the concepts of the course and will tie it all together for you. You can email me questions, stray  more...

A Fast Track Approach to Making Money as a Freelance Writer (Self-Directed) Designed to aid individuals interested in increasing their income as a freelance writer. Designed for individuals interested in becoming a freelance writer. This course provides methods that work and help budding writers to put their careers in high gear or assist individuals desiring a new career to get started. This course demonstrates proven methods other writers have used through strategies  more...

Legal Research and Writing ...guides students on how to do legal research and writing. Through legal research, a researcher can develop a more sophisticated understanding of law, by referring to codes, legal treatises, and legal encyclopedia, among others. Navigating through that data, however, requires a systematic and practical approach. By gathering appropriate information, analyzing it, and drawing conclusions from the  more...

A Fast Track Approach to Making Money as a Freelance Writer (Instructor-Led) Designed to aid individuals interested in increasing their income as a freelance writer. Designed for individuals interested in becoming a freelance writer. This course provides methods that work and help budding writers to put their careers in high gear or assist individuals desiring a new career to get started. This course demonstrates proven methods other writers have used through strategies  more...

Learn MS PowerPoint 2000 online with eBooks Leads you through all essential software tasks of PowerePoint 2000  more...

Brilliant Business Writing and Communication ...people in the business world, this course guides students through the principles and practices of effective communication. Students learn about writing approaches, grammar, clarity, precision, style, and more, while also understanding the relationship between writing, spoken communications, and overall business relations. Practical lessons draw from real-world business situations that  more...

Introduction to ISO 9001:2000 ...ation. This user-friendly, self directed course takes you through the basic requirements of the standard and how to address these requirements. We will take you through each point of the ISO 9001:2000 Standard, clarify what it means, how it fits into your organization and how it will affect your job. The Standard is clearly and simply explained. The course is packed with practical ideas that  more...

Religions of the World - Christianity In this course you will study Christianity. Interviews with leading scholars and theologians of Christianity in America are brought right to your desktop computer through streaming media 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  more...

Cisco CCNA WAN Protocols HDLC, PPP ... the encapsulation and session establishment. As you move through this unit, you will learn about the PPP frame format and associated configuration options, such as authentication, compression, error detection, multilink with PPP, and LCP. You will learn about the authentication process used by PAP and CHAP. You will also configure and monitor PPP, learn the basic concepts of Synchronous Data  more...

Java 2 -- Advanced Java ...ava 2 security model. It explains the various mechanisms through which security is enforced in Java and lists the limitations that are imposed on applets. You will learn about the classes that are used to grant permissions to access system resources. This unit also discusses the security policy implemented for a Java application environment. Finally, you will learn about the security tools in  more...

Making Effective Screenshots: Saving Time, Increasing Impact ...nt 1 day per module. There are 6 modules to work your way through. Depending on your pace, you can finish the class in 1 week, or in 6 weeks if you choose to do 1 module per week. How is the program administered? The entire program is delivered through our MyGATO Learning Management System (Get Anytime Training Online), available to you 24/7 from your own individual student login page that is  more...

Dreamweaver 8 Series ...ties, and Simulations. audio accompanies each lesson page throughout the course Activities allow learners to apply course concepts in an interactive questioning environment. Exercises allow learners to practice in the actual application being studied. Simulations teach learners to perform specific tasks in applications through guided, multi-step exercises. Find-A-Word allows learners to look up  more...

Flash 8 Series ...ctivity and animation on Web sites. This series walks you through the new and improved features found in Flash 8. 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. Welcome to Flash 8 Series Flash is the standard tool for delivering interactivity and animation on  more...

Flash I: Mastering the Tools ...mations that will attract users and keep them captivated. Through animations, you are also able to illustrate your ideas, designs, instructional materials, etc. much more effectively. Our Flash I course is geared towards those who have little or no background in Flash animation design. It teaches you how to use the many powerful tools that are part of the Flash production environment. You are  more...

Architecting Web Content (Master Class) ... effective marketing strategies. Each week, you will work through online lessons, research projects, discussion questions, and review tests. This will make sure that you are learning the materials effectively. At the end of the course, you will complete a course project that will integrate the concepts of the course and will tie it all together for you. You can email me questions, stray  more...

Essential Spanish ...the basics of European Spanish quickly and easily online. Through a series of online self test exercises and with the help from our online tutors that support your study we make sure you learn with confidence and at your own pace. ESSENTIAL SPANISH - COURSE INTRODUCTION Welcome to this new online Spanish course. It is intended for native speakers of English who wish to acquire sufficient  more...

Cisco CCNA IP Routing Concepts In this unit, you will learn about the routing process, and addressing schemes of the Network Layer under the OSI Reference model. This course is one of twelve necessary to be able to pass the qualification exams to gain the IT industry certification Cisco Certified Network Associate. (CCNA) In this unit, you will learn about the routing process, which determines the best path to destination  more...

Learn Grammar the Easy Way (Part 1) ...before a person has met you face-to-face, they?ve met you through your words. You may have sent in a cover letter and resume for a job. You may have written a memo recommending a new product or procedure and that letter was passed up the corporate chain. Perhaps, you wrote a letter to the local chief of police complaining about the traffic on your street. Yes, your words are your ?calling  more...

Learn Grammar the Easy Way (Part 2) A continuation of Learn Grammar the Easy Way , this course concentrates common errors in word usage Do you know which sentence in each pair below is correct? The fireworks against the black sky made a dramatic affect. The fireworks against the black sky made a dramatic effect. Neither Bob nor Tom was ready for the test. Neither Bob nor Tom were ready for the test. Its cold. It?s cold. Casey  more...

Dealing with Customer Complaints ...ice responses. You'll also learn a technique to help work through challenging customer service situations.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. Dealing with Customer Complaints When customers complain, it shows  more...

Write a Marketable Script in 10 Weeks with Final Draft (Latest Release) ...ructors 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 creation of believable characters that dynamically interact with each other. Final Draft Software automates and enhances the scriptwriting process. S/H charge of $10.00 Domestic is included in the cost of the course. $40.00  more...

Writing Standards-Based Assessments ...elop test items aligned to your state academic standards. Through participation in this course, you will learn to write questions that meet your state and local standards, including those that use higher order thinking skills. Additionally, you will learn techniques item writers use to make it difficult for test-wise students to merely guess a right answer choice. Writing Standards-based  more...

Windows 2000 Level 1 ... basic features in Microsoft Windows 2000 by walking them through the end-user necessary skills like using the mouse, working on the Desktop, using windows, and operating the Start menu and Taskbar. This course introduces students to the basic features in Microsoft Windows 2000. Students will learn end-user necessary skills like using the mouse, working on the Desktop, using windows, and  more...

Whistleblowing When How and Why The federal government spends half a trillion dollars annually on medical care - one-quarter of its budget, and fraudulent claims may total $50 billion this year. One major source of fraud is the submission of false claims for government funds, such as Medicare and Medicaid. Whistleblowing The federal government spends half a trillion dollars annually on medical care - one-quarter of its budget,  more...

Windows Vista This course introduces students to Microsoft Windows Vista. It discusses the editions available, including Windows Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, and Ultimate, and points out the differences between them. It also introduces some of the new features of Windows Vista, including the Sidebar, Windows Aero, and Windows Media Center. It teaches the user skills such as working on the Desktop, using  more...

Windows Vista Essentials ...come a proficient Microsoft Windows Vista user in no time through comprehensive lessons and engaging quizzes, allowing the user to choose which lesson to learn.. Whether the user is a beginner who wants to learn basic operations of the new Windows environment or a seasoned user, learning to access advanced functions and new features, this comprehensive training guide will showcase all that  more...

Understanding Health Insurance: A Guide To Professional Billing & Coding ...e 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 Coding System  more...

Understanding Child Development This course covers the stages of development from birth to twelve years. This course will cover the theories of child development with special focus on cognitive, social and emotional aspects of development. The student will be introduced to the major theorists such as Erikson, Freud, Piaget. The aim of the course is to help anyone working with or interacting with children- parents, educators,  more...

Turn Your Life Experience Into College Credit ...e 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 College Credit For What You Know! This course is designed for the lifelong learner who has a rich history of life experiences. You have participated in a variety of activities and have developed a  more...

Using Databases ...professionals using electronic databases. As 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  more...

Violence in the Workplace ...guide the moves employees and employers should take. Walk through a real workplace example, and learn what an employer and employees can do to avoid violence in the workplace. Finally, if violence does strike your workplace, learn how to meet it with an effective incidence response. No one gets hurt with a game pad or a joystick, but in the real workplace, our Violence in the Workplace Safety  more...

Violence in the Workplace ...guide the moves employees and employers should take. Walk through a real workplace example, and learn what an employer and employees can do to avoid violence in the workplace. Finally, if violence does strike your workplace, learn how to meet it with an effective incidence response. No one gets hurt with a game pad or a joystick, but in the real workplace, our Violence in the Workplace Safety  more...

Tour Operator Certificate - Instructor Led The Travel Agent Certificate provides comprehensive training necessary to become an effective tour operator. This includes instruction in the ground transporation, air reservations, tour products, sales and customer service and air fares. The Tour Operator Certificate Program consists of seven individual courses (see course list below). Each course includes instruction, student-instructor  more...

Trade Secrets & Their Protection Protecting trade secrets is more important than ever today, as companies look for ways to get ahead and stay ahead of the competition. Prudent companies are recognizing the need not only to protect their own confidential business information as trade secrets, but also to guard against the misappropriation of others` trade secrets. Trade Secrets Protecting trade secrets is more important than ever  more...

Travel Agent Certificate Program - Instructor Led The Travel Agent Certificate provides comprehensive training necessary to become an effective travel professional. This includes instruction in the Sabre Computer Reservation Systems, travel reservations, fares and tickets, leisure travel products, destination geography and travel sales and customer service. The Travel Agent Certificate Program consists of twelve individual courses (see course  more...

The Internet - Applying the Basics to your Business ...through the Internet Module 1. Introduction to the Internet In this module, the basics of starting out on the Internet are explained,especially for those participants who have never used a computer before. It is user friendly and in easy to understand language, so it is not confusing to the participants. The basic language of what the Internet is, what are search engines, where did the  more...

The Trump Way to Wealth ...Trump Way to Wealth seminar series is based on a new breakthrough product from Microsoft called Live Meeting. This is a Web-based application and you do not need to own the software to participate. Simply go to the Web address you are provided in your welcome email. Live Meeting enables users to collaborate online with colleagues, customers, and partners in real time ?with just a computer, and  more...

Technical Communication Industry Certificate - Mastery Level ...the program administered? The entire program is delivered through our MyGATO Learning Management System (Get Anytime Training Online), available to you 24/7 from your own individual student login page that is provided when you sign up for the course. You can upload your assignments and take quizzes directly from the Website, and download the resources that are provided as part of the program.  more...

Successful Negotiation ...through not just your time in the work environment, but also in daily living. Knowing how to negotiate successfully will improve your interactions with customers, coworkers, and even family members. This course will give you the strategies and techniques you will need to help you define opportunities in which negotiating would be appropriate and to create a win/win situation in each of your  more...

Supply Management Contract Writing ...way beyond the typical, dry explanations of contract law. Through plain English examples and interactive exercises, you will learn how to negotiate and write effective contracts and iron-clad terms and conditions. Frequently Asked Questions How long will it take me to complete the course? The amount of time it takes to complete the course is dependent upon the time you are able to spend in  more...

So You Want to be a Technical Writer! ...students will interact with each other and the instructor through discussion message boards and optional online chats. Students will also receive a weekly mailing containing the best World Wide Web sites where they can explore information about technical writing careers or related issues. Working with Kathryn Roosa, each student will focus on the areas most applicable to their level of  more...

Soft Skills Using MS Office Applications ... skills. The Presentation Skills course takes the student through the process of creating and delivering a successful presentation. The topic, audience analysis, and researching are covered first with an emphasis on the audience. The next task discussed is writing, and then designing, slides. Visual effects are added, and finally, preparation and delivery of the speech are discussed. Business  more...

Spanish for Health Professionals (Intermediate) Self-Directed ...l as cultural awareness of the Latino immigrant community through the use of broadcast-quality dramatic video and numerous imaginative interactive exercises. ?A su salud! (To Your Health!) is an exciting and groundbreaking intermediate-level Spanish program for students and practicing health-care professionals. This unique e-learning course provides all the materials needed for helping you  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...

Significantly Increase the Value of Any Property--Instructor-Led ...s course is about creating value in investment properties through the application of simple entrepreneurial principles. As with any business opportunity, the potential for profitability in real estate is connected to an ability to identify and capitalize on market segments that have stronger demand. This course will show you how to identify these rental opportunities and to structure the whole  more...

Six Sigma Black Belt Personal Training Library The Black Belt Library gives one learner access to our four core Black Belt courses: FMEA Investigator, Advanced SPC, Measurement System Analysis, DOE: Screening Experiments. It is recommended that you take the Green Belt Library as a prerequisite for the Black Belt Library. Many organizations use our courseware for their yellow belt, green belt, and black belt programs handling the project  more...

Spanish Language: Temporary Barricades (Acordonamiento temporales) ...urse provides an overview of Temporary Barricades and how through proper use of such barricades, exposure to hazardous situations can be reduced. Topics covered are types of barricades and when to use them, responsibility for barricades and procedure for entry into barricaded areas.The student will have access to this course for 1 year. This self-directed course can be completed within 90 days  more...

Resume Writing This course demonstrates the process of writing a resume that will result in an interview. Designed for anyone who needs a resume, this course will guide students through the process. An overview of resumes including their use, what potential employers look for and styles will be discussed. Comparisons between the job market and individual goals will be made and applied to the process. A  more...

Short Story Secrets Designed for the writer who wants to move beyond a first draft. The short story form is making a come back, and is the best way to break into the world of publishing. This short story workshop is designed for the writer who has already begun writing stories and wants to move beyond a first draft. Once your idea is on paper, what is the next phase in the creative process? Structure, development,  more...

Revive Your Writing! ...erminally ill passive verbs, and your ailing descriptors. Through this course, we`ll work on reviving your writing! We`ll use adjective adrenaline to pump up your text. Take a dose of verb vaccine and watch them spring to life. At the end of this course, your sentences will be off the gurney. Your writing will pulse with exciting words and phrases. This course explores how to revive lifeless  more...

Safety Director Program (OSHA Emphasis) ...ew and experienced safety directors improve their skills. Through readings, web-searches, online discussions, and other directed activities, the students will improve their understanding of safety in their industry including OSHA requirements. The Safety Director course is an online, self-paced course that will assist new and experienced safety directors improve their skills. Through readings,  more...

Search Engine Training Workshop (With Trial Software) ...k at all the strategies in the search positioning process through analyzing their site, handling of keywords, basic HTML coding, making of Information pages, and more. Each lesson will build on the previous one, offering the opportunity to learn the basic requirements for the major search engines. The key to generating free, targeted traffic to your website comes with achieving a top ranking.  more...

Setting Performance Goals and Expectations ...ntation guidelines and techniques to help you get results through effective feedback and positive reinforcement. IMPORTANT NOTE: INTERNET EXPLORER (IE) BROWSER REQUIRED - can't use Netscape or other browsers for this training. Productive and motivated employees are those who clearly understand what is expected of them in terms of performance and behavior. This course has tools and methods for  more...

Selling With an Unfair Advantage: No Lying, Cheating or Deception Everyone sells. Learn how to maximize your influence. Everyone sells something whether products, services or ideas. This program provides anyone in a position of influence, including individual entrepreneurs and small business owners, a wealth of ideas, strategies, models and techniques that help the customer to make a quality buying decision. Here you will have 5 sessions which cover these  more...

Search Engine Marketing Strategies for Small Business Operations - Instructor Led Let an Search Engine Expert teach you how to quickly obtain top rankings and generate $$$ for your small business. A Great Value! Learn the secrets of effective search engine positioning and boost your Internet selling power a hundred fold. The perfect web business is the one that drives "targeted traffic" to their web site. How is this done? By achieving a top ranking in the major search  more...

Safe Computing For Educators The Internet is a vast place, open to a wide variety of experiences. Although it can be very useful in educational settings, it can also be a dangerous place for students as well as educators. As an educator, you must keep yourself up-to-date with information to protect yourself and your students from getting into trouble. This course takes an interest in helping you learn some simple and  more...

Sales Management Strategies & Tactics The course is meant for Sales Managers and Workforce Employees aspiring to be Sales Managers. The course deliberates on how best to use Sales Force resources for achieving significant revenue and profit. Welcome to our Sales Management course This course is meant for those who have either risen to the rank of Sales Managers or have all intentions of raising themselves to this level. The course  more...

Sales Through Service Skills ...through Service Skills equips participants with a process and the communication skills to identify, meet and beat their customers expectations. It will help them through the sales through service process: first contact, explore customer needs, match the needs, close the deal and take the extra step. It will also help to analyze what the customer wants and needs by combining active  more...

Ready, Set, XML for Non Programmers ...hanges the way you write, and how XML tags take your text through a maze of software from your desk to the user. You learn about the critical role of software called a parser, that monitors the tags you write to make sure they are correct, then checks the structure of your document, to make sure it matches a standard defined in a Document Type Definition or Schema. Then you create all parts of  more...

Recognizing Employee Performance ...so techniques to help you deliver recognition effectively through coaching and feedback. IMPORTANT NOTE: INTERNET EXPLORER (IE) BROWSER REQUIRED - can't use Netscape or other browsers for this training. Motivated employees don?t just happen?they are the result of effective leadership. You will learn how to lay the groundwork for successfully recognizing employee performance, and find out how  more...

QuickBooks Pro 2000 Level 1 ...through the basic accounting functionalities of QuickBooks Pro 2000. The course will also show basic QuickBooks users how to use Help features to assist them in answering their questions. This introductory course takes the student through the basic accounting functionalities of QuickBooks Pro 2000. The topics that will be discussed include creating a company file using the EasyStep Interview,  more...

QuickBooks Pro 2001 Level 1 After completing 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  more...

Professional Writing Skills at a Glance ...aried and emphatic sentences guides your readers smoothly through your message. When choosing your words, always let Economy, Simplicity, and P recision be your guideWriting Process: The three stages of the writing process include pre-writing, writing, and re-writing. You will practice ways to determine your purpose, meet audience needs, discover your most comfortable method of writing,  more...

Problem Solving Through Productive Thinking One of the greatest abilities of leaders - whether in management positions or on the front line - is the ability to see the root of problems and quickly enact effective solutions. This series will pass on some of the skills and tips that will help you to better identify problems, find their causes, and get their solutions under way.The student will have access to this course for 1 year. This  more...

PowerPoint 2007 Level 1 ...how to design PowerPoint presentations on their computers through examples and interactive exercises. They will learn about the key interface changes of Microsoft Office 2007, namely the Ribbon, Quick Access toolbar, Mini toolbar, and galleries. PowerPoint 2007 Level 1 This course introduces students to the basic features of Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007. Students will learn how to design  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...

Powerful Negotiation For Successful Buying ...ralize your negotiation strategies? Most savvy sellers go through negotiation training at least yearly. Unless you ve been just as diligent at improving your negotiation skills, your chances of getting the best deals from your suppliers are very slim. The student can complete their course of study within anytime frame as long as it does not exceed 60 days from the stamped start date.  more...

Office 2000 Intermediate ...g worksheets; and using 3-D references and Microsoft Map. Through Microsoft Access, students will learn how to effectively create and use the primary database objects in Access, including tables, queries, forms, reports, and data access pages. Some other skills students will learn include working with HTML and hyperlinks, using the Query Wizard, and customizing reports. Students will also be  more...

Office XP (2002) Intermediate This course introduces students to some new features of Microsoft Office XP. It covers the major features that apply to all of the applications. This includes Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Outlook. This intermediate course strives to broaden and develop the intermediate skills that students already possess. This intermediate course  more...

Outlook 98 Level 1 ... to the basic features of Microsoft Outlook 98 by working through a series of exercises and scenarios that will instruct them in the functions of numerous buttons, menus, and folders. Students will also learn how to customize Outlook as their desktop Personal Information Manager (PIM). This course introduces students to the basic features of Microsoft Outlook 98, including a universal Inbox  more...

PC Fundamentals With Microsoft Windows XP ... to safely turn off a computer. The material is presented through explanatory text, real-world scenarios, and interactive steps. This course introduces students to the basics of personal computers. Students will learn what a computer is and how to identify and classify some basic components and peripherals. Students will also receive instruction on how to turn on a computer and log on to  more...

OSHA Training & Certification Program Learn how to adminster the federally-mandated OSHA rules and earn a "Certified OSHA 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 Occupational Health & Safety Act (OSHA) has various and multiple requirements for workplace safety and reporting accidents. Our OSHA  more...

Office 2007 Series (Fast Track) ...ties, and Simulations. audio accompanies each lesson page throughout the course Exercises allow learners to practice in the actual application being studied. Simulations teach learners to perform specific tasks in applications through guided, multi-step exercises. Find-A-Word allows learners to look up an unfamiliar term in the Glossary, on the Web, or in a dictionary. In addition, it lets them  more...

Object-Oriented Analysis & Design using UML ...nt : Access to a PC( 486 or better ) with internet access through a modem with reasonable speed/DSL. A modeling tool like Rational Rose( Rational Software ) or Together( Togethersoft ) is helpful but not necessary. A drawing tool like Microsoft Visio will be good enough. Recommended Reading : UML Distilled --A Brief Guide To The Standard Object Modeling Language, 3rd Edition by Martin Fowler  more...

Microsoft Word 2002 Level 2 This course is designed to familiarize users with the intermediate features of Microsoft Word so they can enhance the look of their text-based documents. Some skills they will learn include formatting paragraphs by using indents, line spacing, and tab stops; and dividing the document into sections using margins, page breaks, and columns. This course is designed to familiarize users with the  more...

Office 2000 Advanced ...owerPoint 2000, as well as a section on business writing. Through Microsoft Word 2000, students will learn how to customize and enhance their text-based documents by using master documents, subdocuments, expanded and locked documents; utilizing field references; applying formatting techniques; and using advanced features such as macros and revision tools. Students will learn how to apply the  more...

Newsletter Writing for Non-Profit Organizations ...ill learn how to create a quality newsletter from concept through mailing on a limited budget. Non-Profit Organizations have unique budgetary issues when it comes to collateral materials such as newsletters. Often an information source as inexpensive to produce and distribute as a newsletter is overlooked due to misunderstanding the amount of work and expense involved. In this course the  more...

Microsoft Word 2003 (Levels 1-2-3) Our Word 2003 provides powerful tools for creating and sharing professional documents that anyone with a web browser can view, making it easy for team members to collaborate online. Microsoft Word 2003 (Levels 1-2-3) Our Word 2003 provides powerful tools for creating and sharing professional documents that anyone with a web browser can view, making it easy for team members to collaborate online.  more...

Microsoft Word XP Certification Our Word XP provides powerful tools for creating and sharing professional documents that anyone with a web browser can view, making it easy for team members to collaborate online. Welcome to Microsoft Word XP Certification Our Word XP provides powerful tools for creating and sharing professional documents that anyone with a web browser can view, making it easy for team members to collaborate  more...

Negotiate Profitable Real Estate Deals--Instructor-Led ...t, it`s a course on how to achieve your real estate goals through research and effective communication. This course is structured around a "Learning by Doing" approach in which you will work through real-world problems set within a fictional scenario. You will assume the role of a beginning real estate investor working with your Uncle Max, a seasoned real estate veteran. Max has asked you to  more...

Negotiate Profitable Real Estate Deals--Self-Directed ...t, it`s a course on how to achieve your real estate goals through research and effective communication. This course is structured around a "Learning by Doing" approach in which you will work through real-world problems set within a fictional scenario. You will assume the role of a beginning real estate investor working with your Uncle Max, a seasoned real estate veteran. Max has asked you to  more...

Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 Level 1 ...how to design PowerPoint presentations on their computers through examples and interactive exercises in this introductory course. Students will also learn how to use templates, create tables, and prepare presentations for printing. This course introduces students to the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint 2002. Students will learn how to design PowerPoint presentations on their computers  more...

Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 Level 2 ...nts to design PowerPoint presentations on their computers through examples and interactive exercises. Students will also learn how to use WordArt, create clip art collections, and apply animation effects. In addition, students will learn how to create and format speaker notes and handouts. Other topics that will be covered include designing moderately complicated presentations, importing Word  more...

Microsoft Windows XP Level 1 ...using Windows Explorer. The course will walk the students through formatting disks, printing documents, using system tools, and shutting down the computer. This course introduces students to the basic features in Microsoft Windows XP. This course will teach the end-user necessary skills like using the mouse, working on the Desktop, using windows, and operating the Start menu and Taskbar. The  more...

Microsoft Office 2007 Essentials ... teaches you how to effectively use the Office 2007 Suite through comprehensive lessons and engaging quizzes, allowing the user to choose which lesson to learn. New users will be guided through the fundamentals of the new office interface, while experienced users will be brought up to speed on the new navigation and functionality of this 2007 edition. These courses will train you how to best  more...

Microsoft Office XP Certification ...training modules delivered via CD-ROM or via the Internet through our online university. Welcome to Microsoft Office XP Certification Our Office XP Training consists of 15 interactive computer-based training modules delivered via CD-ROM or via the Internet through our online university. The Office XP suite includes Access, Excel, FrontPage Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook training. Our  more...

Microsoft Outlook XP Certification Our Outlook XP provides a single location for organizing and managing all of your day-to-day information, from e-mail and calendars to contacts and task lists. Welcome to Microsoft Outlook XP Certification Our Outlook XP provides a single location for organizing and managing all of your day-to-day information, from e-mail and calendars to contacts and task lists. Our interactive training series  more...

Microsoft PowerPoint 2003 (Levels 1-2-3) Our Powerpoint 2003 provides a complete set of tools for creating powerful presentations and offers tools to allow you to organize and format your material easily. We suggest a 90 day period or sooner for completion of study. You will have 1 year access to this course. Microsoft PowerPoint 2003 Our Powerpoint 2003 provides a complete set of tools for creating powerful presentations and offers  more...

Microsoft Excel 2002 Expert ...aches students a set of expert-level spreadsheet features through real-life scenarios and projects. Students will learn about summarizing list data with outlining and subtotals; creating and removing custom filters; implementing techniques for working with shared workbooks, including protecting workbooks from changes; tracking and reviewing changes; and merging and consolidating data from  more...

Microsoft Excel 2002 Level 3 This course teaches students a set of expert-level spreadsheet features. Some skills students will acquire are summarizing list data with outlining and subtotals; customizing the Excel working screen with custom toolbars, menus, and macros; and creating and removing custom filters. This course teaches students a set of expert-level spreadsheet features. Students will learn about summarizing list  more...

Microsoft Excel For Purchasing Professionals ...l enable you to perform sophisticated purchasing analyses through exercises that are based entirely on the situations that you face in your purchasing work. The student can complete their course of study within anytime frame as long as it does not exceed 60 days from the stamped start date. Reasonable time should be given to digest all relevant course lessons and materials. Microsoft Excel For  more...

Market Leadership in an E-Commerce Age This course will provide a detailed study of the principles of e-commerce. The students will be able to apply their understanding to organizational and life situations. Participants will work with the assumption that e-commerce and the information age have permeated every aspect of their daily lives. The course is expected to raise that awareness through self-assessments and begin to look at the  more...

Microsoft Access 2002 Expert This advanced course strives to broaden and develop the intermediate database design skills that students already possess. Various maintenance and security features are also covered, teaching students ways to better manage multi-user databases. This advanced course strives to broaden and develop the intermediate database design skills that students already possess. Students will gain a more  more...

Microsoft Access 2002 Level 1 Students will learn what a database is and how an effective database should be designed and set up. This course will also cover the new features in Access 2002 that set it apart from Access 2000, including speech recognition and the new Task Pane. This course introduces students to the basic elements that compose an Access database. Students will learn what a database is and how an effective  more...

Microsoft Access 2002 Level 2 Students will gain a more complete understanding of how to effectively create and use the primary database objects in Access, including tables, queries, forms, reports, and data access pages. Students will also learn a variety of techniques designed to make data entry in Access databases faster, easier, and less error-prone. This intermediate course strives to broaden and develop the basic  more...

Microsoft Access 2002 Level 3 Students will be introduced to advanced features and gain a more complete understanding of how to effectively create and use the primary database objects in Access. Various maintenance features are also covered, teaching students ways to better manage multi-user databases. This advanced course strives to broaden and develop the intermediate database design skills that students already possess.  more...

Microsoft Access Gain a solid understanding of this powerful database management system Course is designed to provide the end user, with little or no prior experience using Microsoft Access, a solid understanding of the basic commands and features of this powerful database management system. As an introductory level class, topics to be covered include how to design, create, organize, display and query a database  more...

Manufacturing Statistics Personal Training Library ...rksheets and step-by-step DOE instructions will guide you through the process. If your company is implementing a six sigma (6S) or lean manufacturing initiative, you know how important it is to optimize your manufacturing processes with DOE. This Design of Experiments training course will give you the tools you need to get the most from this powerful statistical quality improvement technique.  more...

Mastering Purchasing Fundamentals ...nline class "Mastering Purchasing Fundamentals" walks you through the purchasing process step-by-step. You'll be ready for these challenges. And you won't need the years of experience usually required to learn how to deal with these challenges. You'll get more than just an introduction to purchasing - you will become an expert at flawlessly executing and managing purchases. The student can  more...

Maximize Profits by Managing Real Estate like an Entrepreneur--Instructor-Led ...und a ?Learning by Doing? approach in which you will work through real-world problems set within a fictional scenario. You will assume the role of a first-time property manager. You will work with your "Uncle Max," a successful real estate investor who will guide you in planning a management strategy for an apartment complex in Empire City. The work you do in these assignments will help  more...

Learn to Be Your Own Editor This course helps students learn basic editing techniques. Through this course, students explore basic editing techniques. These techiques can be used to edit their own work or as a starting point for potential editing employment.  more...

Legal Nurse Consulting Certificate Program ...rogram. You may study at your own pace, and can progress through the course as quickly as you like, or as paced as you like. Instructions for moving through the course are provided below. INSTRUCTOR CONTACT: you have many avenues of access to the course instructor. You may contact the instructor anytime you have questions, would like clarification, etc. Your interaction with the instructor is  more...

Lotus Notes 5.0 Level 2 This course introduces students to advanced features of Lotus Notes 5.0. They will work with many Lotus Notes features used in customizing e-mail messages and accessing database material. This course enhances a student's basic understanding of Lotus Notes 5.0 by introducing them to the advanced features of Lotus Notes 5.0. Students will work with many Lotus Notes features used in customizing  more...

Learn Spanish On-line From Live Instructors! - "Beginning Spanish 1" ... To noticeably improve yourn Spanish communication skills through top-notch instruction in the conversation classes, guidance through the online lessons, and access to variety of independent learning tools and resources. Available Resources To noticeably improve yourn Spanish communication skills through top-notch instruction in the conversation classes, guidance through the online lessons, and  more...

Linux Complete Set ...to certification and more. This course set will walk you through Linux installation and setup, including some of the more difficult topics like network settings and graphical interface configuration. Then you will learn the basics of using Linux and get into the popular text editor VI. Using VI you will learn the basics of the Linux shell and how to create and program your own shell. The  more...

Linux Operating System ...more. Linux Course Description This course will walk you through the Linux installation and setup, including some of the more difficult topics like network settings and graphical interface configuration. Then you will learn the basics of using Linux and get into the popular text editor VI. Using VI you will learn the basics of the Linux shell and how to create and program your own shell.  more...

Just Write! Keeping a Journal ...is 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 will learn motivational techniques for journal writing.  more...

Learn Authorware In 45 Days ... Authorware program. The textbook guides you step by step through the development of several Authorware projects. The course length of time is based on the free usage of the 45 day trial version of Authorware. An instructor is available by e-mail to answer questions about the Authoring projects. The course comes with a 45 day trail version of Authorware 5.0. I have found that by learning the  more...

Learn How To Write Effective Persuasive Written Communication ...e 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 change their mind or take  more...

Lab Safety and Chemical Hygiene ...ratory environment for their employees. It also walks you through creating an effective and comprehensive Chemical Hygiene Plan including basic components, general laboratory safety practices, facility and operation safety rules, chemical hazard identification, and other general safety topics that relate to laboratories. Note that we have set a 90 day access period to the course with further  more...

J2EE Part I ( JSP/servlet ) Learn the server-side Java in one easy attempt. Complement your web-front-end with this server-side part to create a whole application. Be comfortable with round-trip development. We will mainly cover JSP/servlet/JDBC in this course. Students will develop their own applications using server-side Java. Prerequisite: Strong understanding of the Java Programming Language and basic HTML, familiarity  more...

Introduction to XML ...he way you write content, and how XML tags take your text through a maze of software from your desk to the user. You learn about the critical role of software called a parser that monitors the tags you write to make sure they are correct, then checks the structure of your document, to make sure it matches a standard defined in a Document Type Definition or Schema. Then you create all parts of  more...

ISO 13485 Medical Devices General Employee Training ISO 13485:2003 is a Quality Management System (QMS) specific to organizations providing medical devices, regardless of the type or size of the organization. This course provides a basic understanding of ISO 13485: what it is and what it requires from a company. The student has up to 1 year to access the training. However, it must be completed at one sitting, it cannot be saved and restarted  more...

ISO 9001:2000 General Employee Training ISO 9001:2000 is the standard for quality management systems, and a good tool to improve overall business execution. This course provides a basic understanding of ISO 9001:2000: what it is and what it requires from a company. The student has up to 1 year to access the training. However, it must be completed at one sitting, it cannot be saved and restarted later. ISO 9001:2000 General Employee  more...

Introduction to K-12 Online Teaching ...ourse and one that is instructor-led. It means you can go through the course at your own pace but an instructor is available to help whenever you need it along the way. Intro to K-12 Online Teaching is designed to give you an understanding of developing and teaching an online course. It is a basic level course and will prepare you to begin to develop an online course or course supplement.  more...

Introduction to Teaching Online ...s are using all over the world to present online courses. Through participation in this course, you will learn what tools work best in your classroom. Introduction to Online Teaching is a seven day online course. This course is designed to give you an understanding of online course delivery. It is a basic level course and will prepare you to begin to develop an online course or course  more...

Instructor Led-Search Engine Training Workshop ...k at all the strategies in the search positioning process through analyzing their site, handling of keywords, basic HTML coding, making of Information pages, and more. Each lesson will build on the previous one, offering the opportunity to learn the basic requirements for the major search engines. The key to generating free, targeted traffic to your website comes with achieving a top ranking.  more...

Intermediate XML: Creating a DTD ...ML documents. This is a self-paced course, where you walk through the materials, and compare your answers with those in the back of my book. Learn to plan, write, and analyze the basic building block of XML, the Document Type Definition, which serves as the content model for dozens, perhaps thousands of XML documents. You are creating a vocabulary of tags to be used by the writers of those  more...

Introduction to Classical Music ...through understanding the basics of music theory, history, and performance. This class is designed for students who have little or no musical background but enjoy classical music and would like to further their enjoyment through an understanding of the basics of musical structure and historical context. By learning how to listen and understand the universal language of music students will be  more...

Internet Explorer 7 Series ...ties, and Simulations. audio accompanies each lesson page throughout the course Activities allow learners to apply course concepts in an interactive questioning environment. Exercises allow learners to practice in the actual application being studied. Simulations teach learners to perform specific tasks in applications through guided, multi-step exercises. Find-A-Word allows learners to look up  more...

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How To Master Presentation Skills ...through the process of creating and then delivering a successful presentation. This course takes the student through the process of creating and delivering a successful presentation. The topic, audience analysis, and researching are covered first, with an emphasis on the audience. The next area discussed is writing and designing slides. Students also learn how to add visual effects, as well  more...

How to Successfully Manage a Small Business Pay Per Click Advertising Budget Pay Per Click Marketing Techniques that will save you time and make you money. The advent of pay-for-click search engines now offers you a benefit of instant traffic. To achieve high rankings with the search engines can take 4-6 months with a new site, but with pay-per-click search engines people find you immediately after you setup your account and your bidding request is approved. This tutorial  more...

How to Critically Evaluate Your Business Plan ...this responsibility, you will have access to experts who, through video and text, will help you learn the tools and strategies you`ll need to answer the seven critical questions. We begin the Entrepreneurship curriculum by having you analyze a business plan, so you become familiar with the main issues involved in creating a successful plan. This will help you frame your own ideas in follow-on  more...

How to Beat Writers Block A program for the beginning and "blocked" writer who needs a jump-start. Through journal exercises, freefalling, modelling and "stream of consciousness" work, the writer learns to abandon the structures which have restrained their talent, and take on the craft from a whole new perspective.  more...

Hearing Conservation/Noise Control ...y course, Hearing Conservation / Noise Control, leads you through the causes of hearing loss as you gain the personal and noise reduction skills to deal with those persistent load noises. You`ll Marvel?, that even without super powers, the workers in your organization can use personal protective equipment that will safeguard their hearing even better that a mutant could. ?Holy, health hazard,  more...

Hotel Certificate Program - Instructor Led The Hotel Certificate Program provides comprehensive training necessary to become an effective travel professional in a hotel. This includes instruction in hotle products, sales and customer service and ground transportation. The Hotel Certificate Program consists of four individual courses (see course list below). Each course includes instruction, student-instructor interacation through email  more...

Getting More From Books: Intro to Literary Analysis ...l by teaching basic literary analysis. It`s easy to skim through a novel -- but getting involved in the book can teach you more about yourself, your world, and the human experience! Whether you like dense novels or "just for fun" fiction, this course will help you get more out of the books you read. All it takes is a curious mind. You`ll learn to become an active reader and explore any book`s  more...

Getting Started With Microsoft Windows XP ... menu and Taskbar. The course will also walk the students through formatting disks, printing documents, using system tools, and shutting down the computer. This course introduces students to the basic features in Microsoft Windows XP. This course will teach the end-user necessary skills like using the mouse, working on the Desktop, using windows, and operating the Start menu and Taskbar. The  more...

Getting Started With Windows Millennium This course introduces the basic features in Windows Millennium Edition by teaching necessary skills like using the mouse, working on the Desktop, using windows, operating the Start menu and Taskbar, navigating in Windows Explorer, and using some of the included accessories. This course introduces students to the basic features in Windows Millennium Edition. This course will teach necessary  more...

Find and Purchase Income Producing Properties--Instructor-Led ...und a ?Learning by Doing? approach in which you will work through real-world problems set within a fictional scenario. You will assume the role of a first-time real estate investor working with your Uncle Max, a successful real estate investor who will finance your first investment. The course takes place in the fictional city of Empire City. You have access to many of the same resources in  more...

Find and Purchase Income Producing Properties--Self-Directed ...und a ?Learning by Doing? approach in which you will work through real-world problems set within a fictional scenario. You will assume the role of a first-time real estate investor working with your Uncle Max, a successful real estate investor who will finance your first investment. The course takes place in the fictional city of Empire City. You have access to many of the same resources in  more...

Front Desk Agent- Instructor Led ...through the historical context, terminology, telephone techniques, room reservations, check-in and check-out procedures, guest inquiries, complaints, accounting administrative tasks performed by hotel front desk agents. Participants will experience the physical stamina required as a front desk agent multi tasks and trouble shoots each client contact. FAQ How long will it take me to complete  more...

Expert Certificate Course in Medical Terminology ...he remaining five 30-minute videos and workbooks walk you through specific body systems. By the time you have completed the course, you will have an impressive, basic medical vocabulary associated with a wide range of areas: medical specialties, diagnostic tests and procedures, and the body?s systems. There?s even a practical module on the abbreviations of states and provinces. This course  more...

Expert Certificate Course in Medical Transcription with Work Placement Program ...the annual growth rate of the MT profession to be 21%-35% through 2012. This means a continuation of excellent job potential over the next eight years. Medical transcription is an ideal career for anyone with typing skills and an interest in healthcare. Common Questions How long will it take me to complete the course? The amount of time it takes to complete the course is dependent upon the time  more...

Excel 2002 MOUS This comprehensive course teaches students the basic and intermediate features of Excel 2002 so they can easily create and modify spreadsheets. Some skills users will acquire include learning to manage workbooks, working with cells and cell data, formatting and printing worksheets, creating and revising formulas, creating charts from worksheet data, learning about objects and their roles in  more...

Excel 2002 ...cquaints them with the tools used in Microsoft Excel 2002 through real-life scenarios and projects. The students will learn to manage workbooks, work with cells and cell data, format and print worksheets, and create charts from worksheet data. As the course becomes more advanced, students will learn how to customize workbooks by changing worksheet attributes, use lists to store and organize  more...

ESL for Business - Letters and Memos ...dents will work on improving their written English skills through doing self-test grammar exercises and writing practice letters and memos aimed toward a particular audience (customers and peers). Instructor feedback on written assignments will guide students in improving their skills. Full Description Many times in business, your written words are your "calling card" to customers, vendors,  more...

ESL for Business - Special Documents ...dents will work on improving their written English skills through dong self-test grammar exercises and working on documents they use every day in their job. Instructor feedback on written assignments will guide students in improving their skills. Full Description Many times in business, your written words are your "calling card" to customers, vendors, and even associates and management within  more...

Electronic Commerce - Security Issues This course is designed to give the student a good understanding of security issues surroungind Electronic Commerce (E-Commerce) including security threats, implementing security, and payment systems. This course gives the student a good understanding of issues realted to doing business over the Internet and how to protect a E-Commerce website. The course is self-paced and taught by a audio of  more...

Effective Management Principles Within the Law Effective management is vital to a successful company. Too often, individuals who have excelled in a company due to a specific skills set are promoted to managerial positions before having adequate management training or any at all. Managing within the Law Effective management is vital to a successful company. Too often, individuals who have excelled in a company due to a specific skills set are  more...

Electronic Commerce - Introduction This course is designed to give students a good understanding of the basics of Electronic Commerce (E-Commerce) This course gives the student a good understanding of the history of Electronic Commerce, How the Internet and the Web provide the infrastructure for E-Commerce, Tools and Software used to design, implement, and manage E-Commerce and E-Commerce web sites. This course is an "E-Learning"  more...

Electronic Commerce - Strategies This course is designed to give students a good understanding of the basics of Electronic Commerce (E-Commerce)Stratetis, including marketing, promotion, and sales strategies. This course gives the student a good understanding of Marketing/Sales/Promition Strategies, Purchasing and Support Activities, ethical, legal and tax issues related to Electronic Commerce. This course is an "E-Learning"  more...

Electronic Commerce 3 Course Bundle The Electronic Commerce (E-Commerce) 3 Course Bundle is a compilation of Electronic Commerce - Introduction, Electronic Commerce- Strategies, and Electronic Commerce - Security Issues courses combined into one single bundled course. This bundle of 3 courses gives the student a good understanding of the history of Electronic Commerce, How the Internet and the Web provide the infrastructure for  more...

Entry and Exit Strategies for Savvy Real Estate Investors--Instructor-Led ...und a ?Learning by Doing? approach in which you will work through real-world problems set within a fictional scenario. You will assume the role of a budding real estate investor. Your Uncle Max, a successful real estate investor and personal mentor, will ask you to advise various investors as to their investment alternatives. The work you do in these assignments will help prepare you to make  more...

Entry and Exit Strategies for Savvy Real Estate Investors--Self-Directed ...und a ?Learning by Doing? approach in which you will work through real-world problems set within a fictional scenario. You will assume the role of a budding real estate investor. Your Uncle Max, a successful real estate investor and personal mentor, will ask you to advise various investors as to their investment alternatives. The work you do in these assignments will help prepare you to make  more...

ESL for Business - E-mail Communication ...dents will work on improving their written English skills through doing self-test grammar exercises and writing practice e-mails aimed toward a particular audience (peers, customers, and management). Instructor feedback on written assignments will guide students in improving their skills. Full Description Many times in business, your written words are your "calling card" to customers, vendors,  more...

Document Design and Usability Learn how to make your technical documentation usable, user friendly, and to user-specifications. Learn how to successfully integrate text and graphics to effectively present complex technical information for delivery through conventional, paper-based documents as well as electronic media including web pages. Beginning with principles of good document design, this course covers situation and  more...

Discover the Benefits of Self-Publishing! ...Discover the Benefits of Self-Publishing Course takes you through the process of turning your dream of becoming a published author into reality. Subjects included in this course:What Are Your Publishing Options? Book Registration: Copyright, ISBN, EAN, and a Library of Congress Card Number Book Production: Editing, Cover Design, Layout and Costs The Printing Process: Selecting and choosing a  more...

Defensive Driving What`s the most dangerous thing you do? You might hand glide? Sky dive? Hunt? Deep-sea dive? Smoke? No! They probably didn`t tell you in driver`s training, but the most hazardous activity in which you`ll ever engage is driving a vehicle on public roads. Welcome to Defensive Driving What`s the most dangerous thing you do? You might hand glide? Sky dive? Hunt? Deep-sea dive? Smoke? No! They  more...

Database Management ...logy for designing databases is presented and illustrated through a variety of examples. This course is designed for anyone interested in gaining familiarity with database management. Someone taking this course should have some experience using a computer in a windows environment. No programming experience is required However some experience using Microsoft Access is recomended. There are two  more...

Cruise Line Certificate Program - Instructor Led The Cruise Line Certificate program provides comprehensive training necessary to work for a cruise line. This includes instruction in cruise product, air reservations and customer service. The Cruise Line Certificate Program consists of six individual courses (see course list below). Each course includes instruction, student-instructor interacation through email and message boards, assigments and  more...

Crystal Reports XI ... numerous classes in Crystal Reports, from versions eight through 11 and has done a wide variety of consultations in Crystal Reports and other database tools, including Microsoft Access and SQL. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How long will it take me to complete the course? The amount of time it takes to complete the course is dependent upon the time you are able to spend in study. The actual  more...

Creating Outstanding Online Help: A Self-Directed Study (Software Industry) This course is for you if you have some experience as a Technical Writer (but not much creating online help)and are looking to enhance your skill set. This course demonstrates - through self-directed study - the initial process of creating effective online help by starting with a solid outline. The major assignment is to create a detailed online help system outline and submit a mini-essay about  more...

Comprehensive Medical Transcription Training Our MT Program is a complete and comprehensive online medical transcription course that takes 6 months to complete. All necessary materials needed to take this course are included with the exception of a medical dictionary (required for the course), including foot pedal and its software to operate it (to do the dictation). Please Print Out And Read This Information Carefully Our Medical  more...

Complete Guide to Medical Math for the Health Care Professional (Crane) ...e learning tool. Every Tutor Sheet(tm) problem guides you through each step just as if you had your own personal tutor!Homework Problems - Hundreds of homework problems to practice and master each type of calculation. No One Does It Better! Chapter 1 ? Getting Started?; Conversion Factor Quickview; Conversion Factor Worksheet; The ?Rules?. Chapter 2 ? Roman Numeral Conversions; Roman Numeral -  more...

Complete Paralegal Training Program (Self-Paced) ...m. This state-of-the-art paralegal home training course, through which the student may quickly and easily learn this complex, prestigious and fascinating discipline, was developed by a battle-tested paralegal and then edited and rendered into its final form by educators who innovated an "accelerated instruction mental technology" for multilevel learning and retention. It is a fast-track  more...

Client/Server Development and Remote Data Access in Visual Basic ...te 7-week course teaches how to implement database access through client/server architecture over the Internet in Visual Basic. Many applications today require access to a database located remotely, sometime over the Internet. This course will teach the student how to create both a server and a client application that can communicate with each other over the Internet and provide access to a  more...

Choosing a Renewable Energy Installer ...s and characteristics to look for. Also, we will walk you through some of the installation considerations, including what you can do to help. Numerous resources are provided for students to locate installers, and these are built into the class as activities. Student has access for 30 days but may complete the course sooner. This class presumes familiarity with different renewable energy  more...

Certificate in Technical Writing For Current Technical Writers .... These highly acclaimed institutions of higher education through their respective Distance Education (Clemson) and College of Graduate and Professional Programs (JMU) offer Techwriter-Certification students the opportunity to earn valid, Certificate Credentials at the successful conclusion of their course of study. The Certificate in Technical Writing is clearly printed along with the  more...

Certificate in Technical Writing .... These highly acclaimed institutions of higher education through their respective Distance Education (Clemson) and College of Graduate and Professional Programs (JMU) offer Techwriter-Certification students the opportunity to earn valid, Certificate Credentials at the successful conclusion of their course of study. The Certificate in Technical Writing is clearly printed along with the  more...

Car Rental Certificate Program - Instructor Led The Car Rental Certificate provides comprehensive training necessary to work for a car rental agency. This includes instruction in the Sabre Computer Reservation Systems, travel reservations ad ground transportation. FULL DESCRIPTION The Car Rental Certificate Program consists of four individual courses (see course list below). Each course includes instruction, student-instructor interacation  more...

Build Your Own BIZ(tm) - Networking Learn to establish, nurture, and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with practical networking strategies.You will receive as a bonus 1 year unlimited access to this course from the day of enrollment. If attempting to accelerate your learning (1-2 weeks or less), please pay special attention to key points so you may successfully apply the information gained from this course to your  more...

Build Your Own BIZ(tm) - How to Fire ...nction you have to perform. How to Fire will help you get through this difficult process. You will receive as a bonus 1 year unlimited access to this course from the day of enrollment. If attempting to accelerate your learning (1-2 weeks or less), please pay special attention to key points so you may successfully apply the information gained from this course to your particular business  more...

Build a Powerful Marketing Strategy--Instructor-Led ...competition. In this course, learn to increase your sales through marketing. Professor Don Sexton of Columbia University Business School will show you how -- with real-world examples and video tutorials. 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 value, registered  more...

Build a Powerful Marketing Strategy--Self-Directed ...competition. In this course, learn to increase your sales through marketing. Professor Don Sexton of Columbia University Business School will show you how -- with real-world examples and video tutorials.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 value, registered students  more...

Bloodborne Pathogens and Infection Control for Tattooing and Body Piercing ... qualified trainer. If the qualified trainer is available through an interactive on-line exchange or via phone communication whenever a question arises, this is considered acceptable. This training course complies with the requirement by having an online chat (AOL screen name: eduwhere) available at 1 pm - 5 pm every Tuesday (Eastern Time), 9 am - 11 am every Wednesday, and by scheduled  more...

Build a Powerful Branding Strategy--Instructor-Led ...complete the assignments in this course, you`ll be guided through a systematic process for branding your own business?from targeting your customers to creating a brand position to developing visual and non-visual identifiers to developing a communications and PR message. At every step of the way, you will build a brand that supports exactly what you want your customers to think of when they  more...

Build a Powerful Branding Strategy--Self-Directed ...complete the assignments in this course, you`ll be guided through a systematic process for branding your own business?from targeting your customers to creating a brand position to developing visual and non-visual identifiers to developing a communications and PR message. At every step of the way, you will build a brand that supports exactly what you want your customers to think of when they  more...

Beyond Grant Writing and Approaching Viable Funding Sources with Success ...ss. This self-directed course will guide the participant through the process of finding, applying and successfully engaging grant funding sources. The five (5) week course will start with the elements that lead to successful funding and include case studies of successful grant applications. A measure of success checklist will be presented for each possible grant application and the participant  more...

Better Public Speaking- A Low Stress Approach ...ent ourselves effectively. Much of that opportunity comes through spoken communication. With diligent practice and application of the principles of public speaking and with appropriate management of organization, information, delivery techniques and emotion control, you can become more verbally effective- in both your work and personal lives. All of us have desired many times to be more  more...

Bloodborne Pathogens ... qualified trainer. If the qualified trainer is available through an interactive on-line exchange or via phone communication whenever a question arises, this is considered acceptable.Who Should Take This Course: -Persons who are exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM) while performing their routine work functions need to receive bloodborne pathogens training. This  more...

Beat Writer`s Block with Journaling A program for the beginning and "blocked" writer who needs a jump-start. Through journal exercises, freefalling, modeling and "stream of consciousness" work, the writer learns to abandon the structures which have restrained their talent, and take on the craft from a whole new perspective.  more...

Bartending to the Max-Online ...nding in the real world and lessons that will benefit you throughout life. Bartending requires many skills, including an excellent memory, proficiency at multi-tasking, tremendous patience and talents beyond the making of cocktails. Because there are jobs of all skill levels, anyone can become a bartender. In addition to learning the basics of tending bar, this course emphasizes ethics and  more...

Bartending the Easy Way-Online ... and valuable employee, skills that will help you succeed throughout life. The lessons taught are extremely beneficial to managers, waitresses and novice bartenders, also. Bartending the Easy Way-Online For those who are serious about becoming a professional bartender, this course could be completed in 1-2 weeks. All aspects of the business are covered and students will be well-prepared to  more...

Authorware for Educators ...mes. 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. An instructor is available by e-mail to answer questions about the projects. Taking this course  more...

AutoCAD 2006 2D ...rong interest in distance education and has been teaching through this medium for many years. She is also the president of a consulting firm and her clients include architects, engineers, hospitals, universities, corporations, and government agencies. Enroll today in this course to start your learning. Frequently Asked Questions How long will it take me to complete the course? The amount of  more...

AutoCAD 2006 3D ...rong interest in distance education and has been teaching through this medium for many years. She is also the president of a consulting firm and her clients include architects, engineers, hospitals, universities, corporations, and government agencies. Enroll today in this course to start your learning. Frequently Asked Questions How long will it take me to complete the course? The amount of  more...

AS9100 Aerospace Standard General Employee Training ...gulatory requirements. Customer satisfaction is increased through the application of the system and using a process approach for continual improvement of the system, much like ISO 9000. After you place your order, you will receive a user name, password and log-in instructions. You will log-in and work through our interactive training for approximately 1/2 hour. The training includes slides,  more...

ARC Documents - Instructor Led Here is your ticketing course. Your air traveler will need a ticket and boarding pass to board the aircraft at departure time. The airline tickets used for air travel in the United States are issued, controlled and processed through an Area Settlement Plan administered by the Airline Reporting Corporation (ARC).  more...

Airline Certificate Program - Instructor Led The Airline Certificate provides comprehensive training necessary to work for an airline. This includes instruction in the Sabre Computer Reservation Systems, travel reservations and fares and tickets. The Airline Certificate Program consists of six individual courses (see course list below). Each course includes instruction, student-instructor interacation through email and message boards,  more...

Adobe Photoshop 7 ...omputer based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of Adobe Photoshop 7 that you can apply to your work today. Welcome to Adobe Photoshop 7 This self-paced computer based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of Adobe Photoshop 7 that you can apply to your work today. These online courses will take the guesswork out of the  more...

Adobe Premiere 6.5 ...ced CBT based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of Adobe Premiere 6.5 that you can apply to your work today. Welcome to Adobe Premiere 6.5 This self-paced CBT based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of Adobe Premiere 6.5 that you can apply to your work today. This program will take the guesswork out of the  more...

Adobe RoboHelp Workshop In this course, you study the background of online-help systems since they arose in the 1990s. You explore a range of online-help systems, surveying their varied content, organization, format, and in particular navigation systems. You study a sequence of RoboHelp tutorials to learn the basic tasks that professional help writers must know to do their work. Concurrent with the tutorials, you  more...

Advanced Certificate in Technical Writing ...Use the automated quiz generator to test your skill level through each section of the course. In short, students enrolled in the course take the following steps after enrollment: Phase 1 Purchase course textbook and have available for start of class. Contact Course Administrator (CA) requesting criteria and information regarding proposed course of study. Student compiles course of study and  more...

Adobe GoLive 6 ...omputer based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of GoLive 6 that you can apply to your work today. Welcome to Adobe GoLive 6 This self-paced computer based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of GoLive 6 that you can apply to your work today. This course will take the guesswork out of the revolutionary new GoLive 6 and  more...

Adobe Illustrator 10 ...omputer-based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of Adobe Illustrator 10 that you can apply to your work today. Welcome to Adobe Illustrator 10 This self-paced computer-based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of Adobe Illustrator 10 that you can apply to your work today. This course will take the guesswork out of the  more...

Adobe InDesign 2 ...omputer-based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of Adobe InDesign 2 that you can apply to your work today. Welcome to Adobe InDesign 2 This computer-based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of Adobe InDesign 2 that you can apply to your work today. These self-paced training will take the guesswork out of the  more...

Adobe Pagemaker 7 ...omputer-based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of Adobe PageMaker 7 that you can apply to your work today. Welcome to Adobe Pagemaker 7 This self-paced computer-based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of Adobe PageMaker 7 that you can apply to your work today. This program will take the guesswork out of the  more...

Adobe After Effects 5.5 ...omputer based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of After Effects 5.5 that you can apply to your work today. Welcome to Adobe After Effects 5.5 This self-paced computer based training series will teach you intermediate through advanced techniques of After Effects 5.5 that you can apply to your work today. This course will take the guesswork out of the  more...

Access 2000 Level 3 In this advanced course, students will gain a more complete understanding of how to effectively create and use the primary database objects in Access, and how to use Access as a development tool. Various maintenance and security features are covered in the course, teaching students ways to better manage multi-user databases. This advanced course strives to broaden and develop the intermediate  more...

Access 2000 MOUS This comprehensive course teaches students both the basic and the more advanced elements that compose an Access database. Students will gain a more complete understanding of how to effectively create and use the primary database objects in Access, including tables, queries, forms, reports, and data access pages. This comprehensive course teaches students both the basic and the more advanced  more...

Access 2002 MOUS This course introduces students to the new features in Microsoft Access 2002 that set it apart from Access 2000. This includes speech recognition and the new Task Pane, as well as basic elements that compose an Access database. As the course becomes more advanced, students will gain a more complete understanding of how to effectively create and use the primary database objects in Access and how to  more...

Access 2000 Expert This advanced course strives to broaden and develop the intermediate database design skills that students already possess. Students will gain a more complete understanding of how to effectively create and use the primary database objects in Access, including tables, queries, forms, reports, and data access pages. This advanced course strives to broaden and develop the intermediate database design  more...

Access 2000 Level 2 In this intermediate course, students will gain a more complete understanding of how to effectively create and use the primary database objects in Access; how to maintain databases by backup, as well as how to compact and repair them; and how to employ techniques designed to make data entry faster, easier, and less error-prone. This intermediate course strives to broaden and develop the basic  more...

Access 2000 This course teaches students the basic database elements, good database design, Microsoft Access tools, and database maintenance and security, among many other skills. This course introduces students to basic elements that compose an Access database and strives to broaden and develop the database design skills that they already possess. Students will start out by learning what a database is and  more...

Accelerate your Business Growth--Instructor-Led ...nstructor-Led A Trump U Course This course will guide you through the process of developing a strategy for effectively introducing a new product or service (your "offering") to the marketplace. When you think about developing a product or service strategy, you should think about it in five distinct stages Here is the situation you`ll be facing: a local gym owner has a great idea for a new  more...

Accelerate your Business Growth--Self-Directed ...Self-Directed A Trump U Course This course will guide you through the process of developing a strategy for effectively introducing a new product or service (your "offering") to the marketplace. When you think about developing a product or service strategy, you should think about it in five distinct stages Here is the situation you`ll be facing: a local gym owner has a great idea for a new  more...

A Workshop Approach to Mastering RoboHelp Office (Latest Release) ...the principles outlined in each of the three lesson plans through a systematic and hands-on approach. Each student will develop and create their own online help project using the techniques and objectives discussed in each lesson plan. Actual problem solving situations will be introduced to reinforce the concepts presented in the lesson plan. By actually working through these problems,  more...

A+ 2003 Complete Bundle (90 days of online training for PC Technicians) ...ations, screenshots and much more! To become A+ certified through CompTIA, you must pass two exams: the Core test and the DOS/Windows test. Neither of these exams is included in this training course ? you must pay for and take them at an authorized testing center ? To find a local test center near you, click here. This course is designed to teach the computer technician the knowledge and  more...

7 Steps to A Lot More Sales ...rease Sales Without Spending an Extra Dime on Advertising through CRISP publications. Richard?s experience implementing the company?s unique 7 STEPS TO A LOT MORE SALES system with businesses in all industries and his Masters in Business Degree combine to train consultants and business owners throughout the world . 21st Century Marketing Systems, Inc. has established over 200 affiliated  more...

Delegation - Leveraging Through Others ...Through Others This course will teach you delegation techniques to allow you to develop your subordinates, train them in all aspects of the business, use your human resources most effectively, and open your time up for items that need your particular set of skills Your expert-led training is presented by Casey McNeal. Casey has been speaking professionally for over nine years. His diverse  more...

Demanding Customers Demanding Customers The Demanding Customers course guides sales and service providers through a series of scenario based option paths. This will show the participant how to manage an angry customer, understand why a customer might be shy and help an undecided customer come to a decision. It will help to deal with a customer who isn?t right, but who is a customer, and who ? with skill ? will still  more...

Adobe Photoshop CS4 Extended: Essentials ...intended for the beginner to intermediate user as a guide through comprehensive tutorials on color correction, layout techniques, special effects and image touch up. This series will give you the confidence and know-how to achieve fantastic results using Photoshop CS4 new interface and enhanced tools. The updates to Photoshop CS4 include the Adjustments and Masks panel, the 3D commands,  more...

Adobe Flash CS3: ActionScript 3 Animation and Games ...ich is available online and on DVD-ROM, goes step-by-step through the new ActionScript 3 structure and classes. You'll also get some hands-on experience by building several typical games using Flash CS3 and ActionScript. Plus, you will also learn how to build your own ActionScript 3 custom class files. The student will have access to this course for 1 year. This self-directed course can be  more...

Adobe Flash CS3 Professional: Essentials Adobe Flash CS3 Professional: Essentials Ranging from casual hobbyists to the most seasoned professionals, our users quickly learn new software applications and broaden their knowledge of programs currently used. Narrated in an entertaining format by industry experts and leading authors, our video-based software training titles are critical tools for anyone wanting to learn tips, techniques, and  more...

Developing A Child s Critical Thinking Skills ...dresses what adults can do to teach children how to think through and reason in age-appropriate ways, preparing them for the greater responsibilities that come as the child matures. There are diagnostic tools, activities, and communication techniques that adults will find very helpful in working with children to develop these important skills. IMPORTANT NOTE: INTERNET EXPLORER (IE) BROWSER  more...

Building a Successful Team ...team member or even lost a few. This course will take you through the various stages of a teama s development and give you Strategies and Tips for guiding your team successfully through the process. You will learn how to recognize and respond to your teama s needs and help your teammates work together to build a successful and effective team. IMPORTANT NOTE: INTERNET EXPLORER (IE) BROWSER  more...

Conducting Performance Reviews ...bilities that leaders have, and this course will walk you through the process step by step and help you avoid many common pitfalls. There are ways to get the employee involved in the review process, and techniques to use in the performance discussion itself. Youa ll be given techniques for dealing with challenging situations and responses, and important suggestions for improving employee  more...

Conflict Intervention Course description -- This course is valuable for anyone who must intervene when others are in a conflict. It addresses how to assess the climate of a conflict and understand the issues. There are methods to gather information, neutralize the situation, clarify points of view, and define the conflict. There are also techniques for brokering a win/win situation, gaining commitment from all parties,  more...

Delegating ...through every step of the delegation process from beginning to end. You will learn how to define the task and determine to whom it should be given. There are tips and techniques for monitoring the projecta s progress without micromanaging, and methods for coaching and developing employees along the way. There are also tools and methods to help you get the most value from every assignment.  more...

Managing Projects ...n -- The Strategies and Tips in this course will take you through the steps of managing a project, from defining the requirements to managing the implementation. You will be given tools and methods for organizing the project activities, focusing on customer needs, and leading the project team to successful completion. There are suggestions for resolving plan and budget conflicts, assessing and  more...

Solving Problems as a Team ...l 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 also includes tools to aid you in tracking results and implementing corrective action. IMPORTANT NOTE: INTERNET EXPLORER (IE)  more...

Basics of Effective Selling ...s worksheets and checklists to take you from contact list through sales call and on to follow-up and referrals. There are tools for identifying the features and benefits of your product and service, doing a competitive analysis, and preparing your sales presentation. There are also practical tips on dealing with customers, handling objections, and using customer feedback to improve your own  more...

PowerPoint 97 This course introduces students to the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint 97. Students will learn how to design PowerPoint presentations on their computers through examples and interactive exercises. They will learn to use templates, create tables, and prepare a presentation for printing. The user will also be introduced to the most powerful aspects of Microsoft PowerPoint 97 as they become  more...

SAP Asset Accounting ...reciation and Asset History Sheet Release: R/ 3 4. 7 through ECC 6. 0 (newest SAP release) Audience: - End users - Accountants Prerequisite: - Basic SAP skills (SAP101) - A general understanding of financial accounting terms Exam & Certificate: - approx. 50 questions - Certificate of Completion CPE credits: 8. 5 Includes: - 17 lessons, approx. 8+ hours  more...

Functions of IT Project Managers ...eve greatness by improving and developing your own skills through continued education and experience. Your management skills will become better each time a project is delivered successfully. The need for skilled IT project managers continues to grow as technology continues to soar. As you proceed through this course, you will learn valuable techniques and methods for applying these techniques  more...

Introduction to IT Project Management 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...

Communicating in Sales Teams ...issemination of information, and that can only come about through effective communication. This fact is true at the corporate level, at the sales level, and indeed at every level of the company. At a time when rapid change is now the norm, employees need information so that they can make the best decisions quickly.In this course, you'll learn the sales manager's role in fostering communication  more...

Prepare for Success The success of any executive-level sale is founded on the preparation that is completed before contact is made. Identifying what is likely to be required, and having that planned or in place in advance of the sale, are marks of a true professional. Based on practical methods and techniques, this course takes you through the initial stage of an executive-level sale, and shows how best to prepare  more...

Progressing through the Complex Sale High-value purchases impact across the whole organization. So it's not surprising that these buying decisions are made by those at the top. But getting to these decision-makers isn't easy, which is why selling at an executive level is a more complex operation that requires all the resources of the highly skilled salesperson. This course is directed at supplying those resources.  more...

Finding Your Life Balance You fill your life with many activities and it is difficult to get the balance between those activities right. But getting the balance right gives a tremendous payback. You feel fulfilled. You are in harmony with yourself and your world. Which is good for you, and also impacts positively on your family, friends, and co-workers. The first step towards a possible adjustment of your life balance is  more...

Risk Basics In today's management revolution, risk is an inherent factor. Your success depends upon an ability to understand and operate in a mine field where opportunities abound, but disaster could strike at any moment. Avoiding disaster is no longer left to luck, but is carefully controlled through risk management. The information presented in this course on risk and hedging techniques are vital survival  more...

Strategic Planning and Risk Management Understanding how to excel in a climate of risk using strategic planning is crucial in today's business environment. This course will help you analyze where your business is going and how it should get there. This will help you successfully navigate the dangers inherent in risk taking. Minimizing your risk through strategic planning is planning for your success.  more...

Completing Outbound Sales Calls ...to know how to keep your customer's attention all the way through the close of the sale. In this course, you will learn strategies for contacting the decision maker and for dealing with gatekeepers. You will learn the steps involved in a sales presentation, how to determine the most effective sales strategy for your sales call, and how to determine the customer's valuation of your product or  more...

Completing Inbound Sales Calls ...tant knows how to keep a customer's attention all the way through the close of the sale. In this course, you will learn the process for assessing a sales opportunity, the four factors used to qualify a sales opportunity, and strategies for qualifying a sales opportunity. You will also learn the steps for making the transition in both one-call and multiple-call closes. You will learn how to  more...

Managing the Creative Elements of Brands Did you know there are 25 brands of laundry detergent? What influenced you to choose the brand you use? Was it the name? The logo? Maybe it was the clever slogan or catchy jingle. Was there a cute, cuddly character in the advertisement? Perhaps it was the packaging design. It could be one of these factors or a combination thereof, but the fact still remains: out of 25 brands of laundry detergent,  more...

Promoting Your Brand to Consumers ...e act of generating awareness for your product or company through the use of multiple forms of media.However, there are over 220 forms of media. Which is right for you and your company's brand? How do you determine this? This course begins with the primary tools of the trade: advertising, personal selling, public relations, and promotions. Your next step is utilizing specialized marketing tools  more...

Evaluating Brand Effectiveness ...y measurement system and all of its pertinent components. Through the use of brand audits and tracking studies, you will apply strategies for monitoring and evaluating your brand equity. Finally, you will establish a management system to keep all your brand research organized and easily accessible. The power of your brand lives in the mind of the consumer and in the worth of its brand equity,  more...

Analyzing the Market ...through four crucial elements of analyzing your market. First, you'll learn to scan your environment, considering the economical, technological, social, and political impacts on your organization. Then you'll learn how market segmentation can assist you in developing products and marketing strategies. You'll be given a set of tools that can be utilized for developing and keeping your plans on  more...

Marketing Management So, now you're a marketing manager. What are the expectations you and others have of this position? What skills do you need? How do you put together a marketing team? How do you lead that team to success? How can you tell if you're doing a good job? In this course you'll look at marketing management from top to bottom--starting from the basic skills you need as a marketing manager, through  more...

Developing Fundamental Critical Thinking Skills 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...

Critical Thinking Skills for Managing ...analysis methodology that will sharpen managerial ability through all the stages of the critical thinking process; situation assessment, problem solving, and decision making. Leaders will learn how to hone their issue identification skills, refine their questioning techniques, and maximize their decision-making outcomes. Critical thinking processes are broken down into discreet stages or steps  more...

Implementing Creative and Innovative Ideas A creative idea only truly becomes an innovation when it is implemented successfully in the organization.After all, what's an idea without execution? Execution is crucial if the idea is to start making or saving money.The process of implementing creative ideas is what makes great ideas become brilliant ideas. But this success is never immediate. On the contrary, even the greatest ideas demand  more...

Addressing Problem Performance ... confident in the way they progress form verbal warnings, through written warnings, and finally to the termination of a problem performer. Finally, an alternative to the conventional disciplinary approach is outlined. Based on Dick Grote's writing, the Discipline without Punishment model is outlined and explained. Managers can then identify the differences in this way of acting, and learn how  more...

Mentoring Effectively Perhaps your organization has asked you to help induct a new employee. Maybe a junior colleague has approached you for guidance. Or perhaps you want to "fast track" a rising star into a particular leadership position. Whatever the case, before you sign on as a mentor you'll want to learn all you can about the process, from how mentoring benefits you and your career to how you can best assist your  more...

Managing the Change Process ...confusion and settle into a new way of working. "Managing Through the Change" gives you an insight into the types of issues that will face you and your employees, and provides you with guidance to ensure that you can support your employees and deal with the inevitable difficulties that will arise. The change process is never easy. People feel insecure, undervalued, and threatened. It's your job  more...

Industry Overview Information Technology ...ons of dollars, this giant industry continues to struggle through fluctuating markets and must concentrate on continuous improvement to survive. Most agree that the demand for IT products and services will continue to increase, but at the same time, the customer is demanding more value per dollar in order to justify IT spending. Rather than ad hoc purchasing to solve a specific problem,  more...

The Automotive Industry Overview Version 2 ...arometer of a mature economy. The industry has been going through some dramatic changes in the last few years, and major manufacturers, including the Big Three (General Motors, Ford, and DaimlerChrysler) and their suppliers, are reorganizing to be competitive in the global marketplace. In the unrelenting push for lower costs, operational efficiency, and innovation, automotive companies are  more...

The Oil and Gas Industry Overview Version 2 ...including its scope and structure, and navigates learners through relevant business and regulatory issues. Also examined are the forces shaping this industry, its key players, business drivers and challenges, and the strategic solutions for these challenges. A report on the state of affairs in the oil and gas industry and analysis based insights are also presented. The overall purpose of this  more...