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LIVING WORKING ABROAD IN THE UNITED STATES LIVING & WORKING ABROAD IN THE UNITED STATES  more...

MAKING CROSS-FUNCTIONAL TEAMS WORK MAKING CROSS-FUNCTIONAL TEAMS WORK  more...

Optimizing Your Work Life Balance Optimizing Your Work/Life Balance  more...

BUILDING IMPROVED WORK RELATIONSHIPS BUILDING IMPROVED WORK RELATIONSHIPS  more...

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE ESSENTIALS EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE ESSENTIALS  more...

PowerPoint XP Comprehensive .... Topics cover PowerPoint basics, creating presentations, working with slides, working with text, graphics, charts, tables, online presentations, and delivering presentations. PowerPoint XP Basics Introducing PowerPoint XP - PowerPoint XP Capabilities Screen Layout - The PowerPoint XP Window - The Presentation Window Presentation Views - Views In PowerPoint - Switch Views  more...

Word XP Proficient Expert ...cument and file management, editing and formatting tools, working with graphics and multimedia elements, online collaboration, and working on the Web. Word XP / 2002 (Proficient) Word XP Basics Introducing Word XP - Word XP Capabilities Screen Layout - The Task Pane - Title Bar, Menus & Toolbars View A Document - Views In Word XP - Normal View - Web Layout View - Print  more...

Access 2002 Basic ...Closing The Database Window Exiting Access Lesson 2: Working With Tables Introduction Lesson Objectives Opening Access Creating A New Database Using The Table Wizard Selecting Fields Removing A Field Renaming A Field Design View Entering Data Creating A New Record Resizing A Field Deleting A Field Deleting A Record Closing A Table Deleting A Table Manually Creating A  more...

Excel 2002 Basic ...e Introduction Lesson Objectives Opening Excel About Workbooks The Title Bar Menu Bar Overview Standard Toolbar Overview Formatting Toolbar Overview Displaying Other Toolbars Repositioning A Toolbar Docking A Toolbar Hiding A Toolbar Overview Of Task Panes Switching Between Task Panes Hiding The Task Pane Showing The Task Pane The Formula Bar The Insert Function Button The  more...

Excel 2002 Intermediate ...on Lesson Objectives Opening Excel Opening An Existing Workbook Splitting A Worksheet Vertically Splitting A Worksheet Horizontally Removing Splits Freezing Panes Unfreezing Panes The Watch Window Adding A Watch Deleting A Watch Hiding A Column Displaying A Hidden Column Hiding Rows Manually Hiding Rows And Columns Inserting A Column The Insert Options Button Deleting A Column  more...

Excel 2002 Advanced ...toFilter Removing Filters Advanced Filters Saving Your Work Lesson 2: Scenarios & Security Introduction Lesson Objectives Saving A Workbook As A Template Accessing Saved Templates Saving A Template As A Workbook Locking & Unlocking Cells Hiding Proprietary Formulas Protecting A Worksheet Selecting Permissions Verifying Protection Unprotecting A Sheet Hiding Cell Contents  more...

Powerpoint 2002 Basic ...he Background Dialog Box Slide Outline View Saving Your Work The Save As Dialog Box Closing A Presentation Exiting PowerPoint Lesson 2: Basic Editing Introduction Lesson Objectives Opening An Existing Presentation Customizing The Interface The Customize Dialog Box Adding A Slide Creating A Title Slide Applying Multiple Columns Identifying & Correcting Misspelled Words  more...

Powerpoint 2002 Intermediate ...lecting A Layout Applying A Design Template Saving Your Work Lesson 2: Working With Pictures Introduction Lesson Objectives Entering Text Identifying Spelling Errors As You Type Checking For Spelling Errors In A Presentation Inserting A New Slide Applying A Content Layout Applying A New Design The Format Painter Inserting A Picture The Picture Toolbar Color Options Resetting  more...

Word 2002 Basic ...tton The Insert Table Button The Insert Microsoft Excel Worksheet Button The Columns Button The Drawing Button The Zoom List Box The Office Assistant Button The Toolbar Options Button The Document Map Button The Show/Hide Button Using The Mouse To Select Text The Styles And Formatting Button The Styles And Formatting Task Pane The Style List Box The Font List Box The Font Size  more...

Word 2002 Intermediate ...tting Axis Labels Formatting The Legend Previewing Your Work Lesson 3: Text Boxes & Drawing Objects Introduction Lesson Objectives Viewing A Sample Flyer Creating A New Blank Document Applying A Page Border Displaying The Drawing Toolbar The Drawing Canvas Inserting An AutoText Entry Formatting A Text Box Specifying Layout Options Wrapping & Sizing Options Repositioning A  more...

Word 2002 Advanced ...tasheet Chart Options Resizing A Chart Previewing Your Work Lesson 2: Reference Tables Introduction Lesson Objectives Marking Index Entries Marking Multiple Occurrences Of Text Inserting An Index Choosing A Format Showing & Hiding Non-Printing Characters Removing An Index Creating A Cross Reference Entry Viewing A Sample Index Changing The Index Format Creating A Table Of  more...

Administrative Professionals Maximizing Your Relationship with Your Boss ...boss and the business. This support is optimized when the working relationship between you and your boss is a true partnership. Within this partnership, your relationship must be managed and maintained according to the particular management style of your boss to ensure compatibility, dependability, and efficiency as you work toward common goals. Through partnership, you can maximize your  more...

Administrative Professionals Interacting with Others ...eracting with Others Regardless of the industry you work in, the organization you work for, or the boss you have, as an administrative support professional, almost all of the tasks you perform on a daily basis require, in some way, interaction with others. Effectively interacting with others results in trust, improved morale, and respect between you and your colleagues, which in turn  more...

Administrative Professionals Putting Your Best Foot Forward ... while expressing yourself to others, making decisions at work, or navigating through office politics. This course introduces some best practices for making a good impression as an administrative professional. Specifically, you'll learn how to project a positive professional image by building credibility and maintaining authenticity. You'll also explore the importance of communicating honestly,  more...

Screening Applicants for Interviewing ... Finding the right person for the job takes a lot of work, and much of this work is done prior to the actual interview. Before you can even start looking for candidates, you need to create a description of the job you want to fill. How would you interview someone if you didn't know the responsibilities required for the job? A good job description, based on a thorough job analysis, will  more...

Delegating ...e tasks which can be handled by others familiar with your work so you can focus on the more time-consuming and demanding responsibilities on your list. Trusting your direct reports and delegating some tasks to them is key to performing effectively as a manager and supports employee development. This course covers the best practices for planning delegation, including deciding what specific tasks  more...

Developing Your Direct Reports ...direct reports. This involves not only coordinating their work in a way so your organization's business objectives are met, but also empowering them and providing opportunities for them to meet their own professional development objectives. This course provides an overview of the importance and benefits of developing your direct reports as a manager, and tactical strategies for doing so.  more...

Confronting Difficult Employee Behavior Confronting Difficult Employee Behavior As a manager, you will inevitably encounter direct reports who exhibit difficult behavior, which can disrupt entire teams and departments. It's your job to confront difficult behavior as early as possible to minimize the disruption. Whether they are blatant or less obvious, behavioral problems need to be addressed before they affect morale and  more...

Business Execution in Action Business Execution in Action The best operational strategies in the world are not worth the paper they are written on if they are not carried out. The same holds true for the principles of business execution. The principles of business execution are worthless to an organization if they exist only in the heads of its corporate executives, but are never acted upon. This course will assist you  more...

Communicating Vision ...leadership communication gives purpose and meaning to the work that people do. Leaders should strive to communicate vision with a sense of integrity, building trust as an individual and as a leader. This course provides a general introduction to vision communication, including its nature and its purpose. You will be guided through numerous techniques and methods for a leader to successfully  more...

A New Manager and the Company s Future ...ent role is the need to take a more strategic view of the work you are doing. You need to develop a greater awareness of how your own work, and the work of those in your department, fits with the strategic vision of the company. You will also need to have a greater understanding of the impact that the output of your department can have on other parts of the organization. Complacency is  more...

Principles of External Auditing Principles of External Auditing The thought of an external auditor coming to your company may make you feel uneasy. This course will help you understand how external auditors and companies work together to ensure an accurate audit report. This course will familiarize you with terminology, concepts, strategies, and techniques that are specific to external auditing and its practice. You can  more...

Programs to Benefit Employees HRCI PHR ... (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including the work rules and practices that apply to employee benefit programs. As a human resources professional, you are responsible for helping to ensure that your company's practices comply with any legislation governing employee benefits and that the benefit programs are competitive enough  more...

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

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

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

Recruiting Talent Recruiting Talent One of the most significant challenges to the growth and survival of any business is finding and retaining qualified employees. It's not enough to offer an appealing or unique product or service to your customers. A company's people are the new competitive advantage. Those responsible for staffing organizations are not only challenged with finding adequate potential  more...

Sustaining Improvements Gains from Six Sigma Projects ...ivering the training plan. Documentation such as manuals, work instructions, and standard operating procedures will be discussed, along with different measurement tools that can be used for ongoing evaluation of the improved process. This course is aligned with the ASQ Certified Six Sigma Black Belt certification exam and is designed to assist learners as part of their exam preparation. It  more...

Developing Project Charters and Tracking Six Sigma Projects ...ticulates the problem that the Six Sigma team is going to work on, and the project's scope, goals, and objectives in very clear, specific, and measurable terms. As part of the process of developing a project charter, some performance measures such as cost, revenue, and schedule are identified and developed. Once the project is kicked off, its progress is measured and tracked on a continuous  more...

Process Characteristics for Six Sigma ...this ratio by reducing that troublesome drag on lead time work in process. With metrics established, Black Belts can recommend approaches involving takt time, one-piece flow, and pull to balance the flow of processes, eliminating the inefficiencies of work in process, cutting overhead budgets, and reducing lead time. Looking closer at the steps of a given process, Black Belts are then able to  more...

Modeling and Analyzing Processes in Six Sigma ...chniques such as process mapping, written procedures, and work instructions. From a process analysis point of view, the course examines the use of SIPOC analysis to identify process input and output variables, and explores how cause-and-effect diagrams and relational matrices are used to establish relationships between problems and potential causes. This course is aligned to the ASQ Certified  more...

C 2005 Security C# 2005: Security Microsoft To recognize the different types of security supported by C# 2005 and how they work, and to use them in application development  more...

Being an Effective Team Member Being an Effective Team Member A truly effective team is equal to more than the sum of its parts. And it takes the dedication of every member of the team. Effective team members go beyond themselves and their personal desires and goals. If you want to be an effective team member, your challenge is to put the team first, which means maximizing your contributions to help the team accomplish  more...

Establishing Team Goals and Responsibilities Establishing Team Goals and Responsibilities All individuals have strengths that allow them to achieve goals consistently and successfully. In a team setting, those individual strengths can combine to lead the whole team to success, or they can create conflict and tension. To harness individual strengths and personalities, you need solid ground rules for the team. You also need to allocate  more...

Elements of a Cohesive Team ...activities and they won't find true satisfaction in their work. When trust and open communication is present, ideas flow and people find solutions to problems. When there's cooperation, team members feel connected to each other, and morale is high. This course introduces techniques for building a cohesive team and highlights how poor communication, a trust-deficient atmosphere, and a lack of  more...

Retrieving Data and Running Queries in SQL Server 2005 Retrieving Data and Running Queries in SQL Server 2005 Microsoft To perform relational data and XML data management tasks, and work with assemblies and transactions in SQL Server 2005  more...

Using SAP R 3 Release 4 6 Using SAP R/3 Release 4.6 SAP To enable the student to work with tasks and to describe some of the updated screens in Release 4.6  more...

Project Management Fundamentals ...ment, as a process, is the supervision and control of the work required to complete the project deliverable. Using established project management processes, coupled with the experience and skills of experienced workers, has allowed employers to adjust their mind-set when developing management and leadership skills from within. This course will enable someone who is not a professional project  more...

Establishing Goals Roles and Guidelines ...nd smoothly into high performance mode requires the groundwork of setting team goals, identifying project tasks and assigning the right people to them, and defining the standards of team behavior to ensure team members work together so that team objectives are met. This course covers techniques for laying the foundation for a successful team. These techniques include setting team goals,  more...

Developing the Team and its Culture ...ng together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success. Mr. Ford knew the importance of teamwork. Ask anyone who has worked in a project or team environment, and he will tell you that team dynamics make a huge difference in terms of getting work done and in the whole working environment. A positive, constructive atmosphere can keep team members motivated and  more...

Ergonomics in the Workplace ...Workplace This course is designed to provide the basic information needed to recognize and report musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) signs, symptoms, and risk factors. It addresses the key components of an Ergonomics Program and provides information to assist both employees and employers in minimizing the risk of developing work-related MSDs. This course applies to both office and industrial  more...

Emergency and Disaster Preparedness ...fety, reporting, and evacuation of company facilities and work areas in the event of a natural disaster, fire, bomb threat, or other emergency. The procedures contained in this training should be followed unless otherwise directed by your employer, police or fire department officials. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements.  more...

Electrical Safety ...ety An awareness level course that discusses how to work safely with electricity. It focuses on specific electrical hazards found in the workplace and methods to minimize or eliminate those hazards. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: recall basic rules of electricity as they relate to  more...

Construction Safety Orientation Construction Safety Orientation This course is designed to inform new construction workers and site visitors in and around construction sites of the potential hazards and safe work practices associated with the construction industry. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements - recognize hazards commonly found at construction  more...

Confined Space ... hazards and hazard control methods that will permit safe work in enclosed work areas or confined spaces. Learner objectives for this course are to recognize terms commonly associated with confined spaces, distinguish the difference between permit required confined spaces and non-permit required confined spaces, identify hazards associated with confined spaces, recognize signs and symptoms of  more...

Computer Ergonomics ...loyees and employers in minimizing the risk of developing work-related MSDs. This course applies to employees and employers required to work in computer/data entry environments. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives for this course are to: define terms related to the study of ergonomics, recognize signs and  more...

Cold Stress ...o describe several preventive measure techniques and safe work practices that you can use to protect yourself from cold-related stresses. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives for this course are to discuss the factors that may affect you when working in a cold environment, identify the signs, symptoms, and  more...

Chemical Process Safety ...l Process Safety course designed for employees who work at industrial process plants to recognize the potential health and safety implications associated with their job. This course is intended to educate the employee in order to help prevent or minimize the consequences of a catastrophic release of toxic, reactive, flammable, or explosive Highly Hazardous Chemicals (HHC) from a process.  more...

Back Safety and Injury Prevention ... This course is designed to bring awareness into the work environment and help eliminate preventable back injuries. It will provide information regarding job-specific hazards, safe work practices, and ergonomics. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives for this course are to: identify job-specific  more...

Discover Word 2007 Level 4 ...nt and file management, editing and formatting tools, and working with graphics. Additionally, you will learn about multimedia elements, online collaboration, and working on the Web. Technology Skills products combine audio, animation, and software simulation with a simple user interface to make the "discovery" of computer programs both effective and entertaining. The course is also  more...

Discover Word 2007 Level 3 ...nt and file management, editing and formatting tools, and working with graphics. Additionally, you will learn about multimedia elements, online collaboration, and working on the Web. Technology Skills products combine audio, animation, and software simulation with a simple user interface to make the "discovery" of computer programs both effective and entertaining. The course is also  more...

Discover Word 2007 Level 2 ...nt and file management, editing and formatting tools, and working with graphics. Additionally, you will learn about multimedia elements, online collaboration, and working on the Web. Technology Skills products combine audio, animation, and software simulation with a simple user interface to make the "discovery" of computer programs both effective and entertaining. The course is also  more...

Discover Word 2007 Level 1 ...nt and file management, editing and formatting tools, and working with graphics. Additionally, you will learn about multimedia elements, online collaboration, and working on the Web. Technology Skills products combine audio, animation, and software simulation with a simple user interface to make the "discovery" of computer programs both effective and entertaining. The course is also  more...

Discover Powerpoint 2007 Level 2 .... Topics cover PowerPoint basics, creating presentations, working with slides, and working with text. Additionally, you will learn how to add graphics, add charts and tables, as well as learn tips on delivering your presentation. Technology Skills products combine audio, animation, and software simulation with a simple user interface to make the "discovery" of computer programs both  more...

Discover Powerpoint 2007 Level 1 .... Topics cover PowerPoint basics, creating presentations, working with slides, and working with text. Additionally, you will learn how to add graphics, add charts and tables, as well as learn tips on delivering your presentation. Technology Skills products combine audio, animation, and software simulation with a simple user interface to make the "discovery" of computer programs both  more...

Discover Outlook 2007 Level 3 ... Level 3, specific topics covered are: 1. WORK WITH CONTACTS Contacts Overview The Contacts Folder Contact Views Navigate Contacts Create Contacts Create A Contact Create A Contact From A Mail Message The Contact Form The General Page The Details Page The Activities Page The Certificates Page The All  more...

Discover Outlook 2007 Level 2 ... Level 2, specific topics covered are: 1. WORK WITH E-MAIL INFORMATION Organize E-mail Messages Flag A Message Print A Message Save A Message Save An Attachment Save A Draft Message Move Or Delete A Message Use Color Categories Sort Messages Search For Messages Manage E-mail About Rules Create & Use  more...

Discover Access 2007 Level 3 ...: Level 3, specific topics covered are: 1. WORK WITH REPORTS Report Basics What Is A Report? Create Reports Using The Report Wizard Use The Report Wizard Create Reports In Design View Creating Reports Report Controls Error-Checking In Reports Report Sections Create A Report In Design View Add A  more...

Discover Access 2007 Level 2 ...7: Level 2, specific topics covered are 1. WORK WITH FORMS Form Basics What Is A Form? What Is A Sub-Form? Form Views Create A Form Automatically Create & Use A Form Use The Form Wizard Split Forms Create Forms In Design View Creating Forms Form Controls Bound & Unbound Controls Create A Form  more...

Discover Access 2007 Level 1 ...lp In Access 2007 Microsoft Office Access Help Working In The Access Help Window Context Specific Help Office Diagnostics QUIZ 2. DESIGN A DATABASE Planning A Database Planning Basics What Is A Table? Define A Table Define Fields Identify Primary Keys Define Relationships What Is A  more...

Discover Excel 2007 Level 4 ...vide powerful tools for creating and sharing professional worksheets through a fresh and efficient new look. Topics cover basic spreadsheet concepts, workbook and file management, using formulas and functions, editing and formatting tools, working with graphics and charts, collaboration, and data analysis and management. Technology Skills products combine audio, animation, and software  more...

Discover Excel 2007 Level 3 ...vide powerful tools for creating and sharing professional worksheets through a fresh and efficient new look. Topics cover basic spreadsheet concepts, workbook and file management, using formulas and functions, editing and formatting tools, working with graphics and charts, collaboration, and data analysis and management. Technology Skills products combine audio, animation, and software  more...

Discover Excel 2007 Level 2 ...vide powerful tools for creating and sharing professional worksheets through a fresh and efficient new look. Topics cover basic spreadsheet concepts, workbook and file management, using formulas and functions, editing and formatting tools, working with graphics and charts, collaboration, and data analysis and management. Technology Skills products combine audio, animation, and software  more...

Querying Navigating and Linking XML Data Querying, Navigating, and Linking XML Data To work with the XML standards used to query, navigate, and link XML data  more...

Discover Excel 2007 Level 1 ...vide powerful tools for creating and sharing professional worksheets through a fresh and efficient new look. Topics cover basic spreadsheet concepts, workbook and file management, using formulas and functions, editing and formatting tools, working with graphics and charts, collaboration, and data analysis and management. Technology Skills products combine audio, animation, and software  more...

Project Data Management and Performance ...'s appearance. Information also needs to be timely actual work performed, actual start and finish dates, and actual costs must all be updated. This course outlines the basics of importing and exporting, sorting, filtering, and grouping information to meet a project's needs. It also discusses creating and sharing resource pools in a multi-project environment, how to manage the efficient use of  more...

Advanced Customization with MS Project 2007 Advanced Customization with MS Project 2007 Microsoft With Microsoft Office Project 2007, project managers can define how project data is recorded, reported, and displayed, using customizable, built-in templates. They can also customize the interface by adding or removing tools from the application s default toolbars. And before project data is distributed, a project manager can format  more...

Specifying and Assigning Resources in Project 2007 Specifying and Assigning Resources in Project 2007 Microsoft In Microsoft Office Project 2007, people, equipment, and materials are collectively referred to as "resources." A large part of a project manager's responsibilities is managing these resources, whether that be assigning resource work times, leveling resources that are overallocated, and overseeing the budgeting and costs of  more...

Working Collaboratively Working Collaboratively Microsoft To identify how to use e-mail to work collaboratively  more...

Sharing Project Data and Working with Macros Sharing Project Data and Working with Macros Microsoft To identify how to share project data across applications and work with time-saving macros  more...

Dealing with Irrational Customers and Escalating Complaints Dealing with Irrational Customers and Escalating Complaints Dissatisfied customers can become irrational, irate and even abusive towards Customer Service Representatives. Organizations need to be able to address the needs of such customers in a professional, positive manner, and have processes in place so that Customer Service Representatives know how and when to escalate such a call. This  more...

PL SQL Packages PL/SQL Packages Oracle To create and work with Oracle 10g packages  more...

Interpersonal Communication Being Approachable ...rounded by unknown faces, going to conferences, attending work events, starting a new job, and even going to social gatherings can be daunting, especially if you don't know anybody who will be there. Perhaps you worry about being ignored or not connecting with anyone and dread that awkward feeling of standing alone, off to the side. Do you wonder why people seem to be drawn to certain  more...

What is Emotional Intelligence What is Emotional Intelligence? Do you pay attention to your emotions and the feelings of those around you? The answer to this question can help you discover how in tune you are with your emotions and help determine your emotional intelligence quotient, or your EQ. Your emotional intelligence quotient is your capacity to reason and analyze emotional information. Becoming aware of your  more...

Using Emotional Intelligence on the Job ...igence on the Job Putting emotional intelligence to work is an emerging trend in the corporate world. Developing the best talents in executives, managers, and employees throughout the organization has become vital to workplace success. Intellectual knowledge is no longer enough; you must also have the interpersonal competence that comes with emotional intelligence. In this course, you'll  more...

Improving Your Emotional Intelligence Skills Self-Awareness Self-Management Improving Your Emotional Intelligence Skills: Self-Awareness & Self-Management Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize and deal with emotions in a healthy and productive manner. Many people don't realize that their emotions are determined by what they think, and that concrete self-management techniques exist for gaining control of feelings. Emotional intelligence involves being  more...

Working with Difficult People How to Work with Aggressive People ...Working with Difficult People: How to Work with Aggressive People Aggressive people are arguably the most difficult type of people to work with. Hostile-aggressives are openly pushy and can easily intimidate people; passive-aggressives work behind the scenes with hidden agendas. No matter which type of aggressive behavior you have to deal with, aggressive co-workers can easily ruin your  more...

Fair Labor Standards Act FLSA ...um requirements in relation to employees' wages, hours of work, overtime entitlements, and payroll records. The act was passed to set and enforce federal requirements on minimum wages and overtime. The FLSA became federal law in 1938 as part of President Roosevelt's New Deal its primary aim was to respond to growing concerns about poor working conditions in many industries. The FLSA regulates  more...

Oracle 11i Using the Navigator Forms and Online Help Oracle 11i: Using the Navigator, Forms, and Online Help Oracle To define responsibilities and recognize Navigator functionality, enter and work with data using forms, and search for information with Oracle Applications online help  more...

Stakeholders and the Communications Management Plan ...stand what is going on and are able to proceed with their work. Communications management is one of the most essential functions of a project manager. Project managers must understand the critical role that stakeholders play in a project and how successful communications help promote project success. Project managers need to plan out a strategy to ensure that needed information is gathered and  more...

Processes for Managing Project Communications Processes for Managing Project Communications PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned A project manager is the communication hub through whom all project information flows, receiving and distributing dozens of messages per day. Customers, suppliers, project team members, and company executives all rely  more...

Estimating and Budgeting Project Costs ... managers must have the ability to not only identify what work is required at the onset of a project, but precisely forecast how much that work is going to cost to meet the project goal. This course provides an overview of estimating and budgeting project costs in the Project Cost Management knowledge area, and introduces best practices outlined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of  more...

Controlling Costs Controlling Costs PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned Establishing the budget for a project is a vital process in project management, yet it means nothing if the budget is not adhered to. Controlling project cost is critical to meeting a project's budget targets, and monitoring cost performance can  more...

Planning Project Human Resources ... a project team. While selecting the right team to do the work is critical to project success, it doesn't stop there. Good project managers know how to create the right type of atmosphere for their projects, keep their team members motivated throughout the project, and manage issues and changes that could possibly derail a project team. This course emphasizes the importance of good project  more...

Managing Project Human Resources ...ng together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success. Mr. Ford knew the importance of teamwork. Ask anyone who has worked in a project environment, and they will tell you that team dynamics can make or break a project. A positive, constructive atmosphere can keep team members motivated and productive, while a negative atmosphere can have the opposite effect.  more...

Integrated Initiation and Planning ...rocesses, the project charter, including the statement of work and business case. They'll also be introduced to the project management plan. This course provides a foundational knowledge base reflecting the most up-to-date project management information so learners can effectively put principles to work at their own organizations. This course will assist in preparing the learner for the PMBOK  more...

Integrated Project Execution Monitoring and Control ...rocesses designed to direct, monitor, and control project work. For example, project baselines for schedule, cost, scope, and quality give the project manager firm foundation by which to monitor project work and upon which to base decisions. When problems arise, strategies for managing changes help get the project back in line. This course will equip project managers with skills to manage  more...

Managing Projects within Organizations ... norm in today's business world. In essence, almost every work effort is a project, from constructing a new building to designing and delivering a new information management system. As projects become the primary method for getting things done and effecting organizational change, it is crucial to choose a good and proven method for managing projects. However, projects cannot be properly managed  more...

Project Management Overview Project Management Overview PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned Every project is different. Some are small and straight forward. Others are large and complex. Most are somewhere in the middle. Even though every project is unique, they all have certain attributes in common. Every project has a  more...

Project Management Process Groups Project Management Process Groups PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned Processes: a set of interrelated actions and activities performed to achieve a specified set of products, results, or services. Good processes, meaning those based on sound principles and proven practices, are project managers'  more...

Project Quality Planning Project Quality Planning PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned Project managers need to build quality into their projects at the very beginning, during the planning stage. Quality managers have to ensure that quality requirements are met. The Project Quality Management knowledge area takes these  more...

Quality Assurance and Quality Control ...s how do you ensure that the quality management plan will work? How do you know that those guidelines will, if followed, result in a successful project? The quality management plan must be audited and measured consistently and efficiently to ensure that it is both adequate and adhered to. In this course, learners will be given an overview of the quality assurance and quality control processes  more...

Risk Management Planning Risk Management Planning PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned There are a few questions that every project manager should ask at the beginning of a project: What do we hope to gain from this project? What kinds of things could keep that from happening? How should we respond if those events occur?  more...

Performing Risk Analysis Performing Risk Analysis PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned Risk in any project is unavoidable. It doesn't matter how much experience a project manager has, risks will always be present. Fortunately, there are proven methods to identify and analyze potential threats so that appropriate risk  more...

Project Requirements and Defining Scope ...th ensuring that projects include and account for all the work needed to ensure the successful completion of a project. Successful project managers use project scope management throughout the project life cycle to identify and control all aspects involved in a project. This course will highlight the importance of project scope management to project performance. Through interactive learning  more...

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

Defining and Sequencing Project Activities ... and activity attributes, and the method of developing network diagrams, including dependency determination and applying leads and lags. This course provides a foundational knowledge base reflecting the most up-to-date project management information so learners can effectively put principles to work in their own organizations. This course will assist in preparing the learner for the PMBOK Guide  more...

Estimating Activity Resources and Durations Estimating Activity Resources and Durations PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned Resources, such as people, materials, equipment, facilities, money, or a combination of any of these, are fundamental in executing a project, and are required throughout the entire project lifecycle. Determining  more...

Tailoring PRINCE2 reg to a Project Env PRINCE2 2009-aligned ...can be tailored to suit any project environment you might work in. PRINCE2 is a flexible framework that can be tailored to any type or size of project. PRINCE2 is recognized as an international standard for process-based project management. It is the standard method for project management in the UK. This course is designed to assist learners in preparation for the PRINCE2 Foundation  more...

Controlling Managing and Closing a Project PRINCE2 2009-aligned ...ing what to do and when to do it. The bulk of the project work is done during the stage-related processes, when Stage Plans are implemented and product creation and delivery is monitored, controlled and reported. Once the final product is signed off and delivered to the customer, there are also specific processes around ensuring the project comes to a complete and controlled close. This course  more...

Core PMI Values and Ethical Standards ... is right and what is wrong. In an increasingly global network, project managers must proactively seek to understand cultural diversity, and how to work successfully with multi-national teams. Sensitivity to other groups, their social customs, and their means of doing business is key to success. Often, project managers will need to weigh all competing interests fairly and objectively in order  more...

Working with Difficult People How to Work with Self-serving People ...Working with Difficult People: How to Work with Self-serving People Have you ever worked with someone who seems to have an ego the size of a car? Do you ever find yourself having to listen to someone else gossip about other office mates? Self-serving people try to make themselves the center of attention at the expense of others and their habits can be quite destructive. If you work with  more...

Working with Difficult People How to Work with Manipulative People ...Working with Difficult People: How to Work with Manipulative People Have you ever dealt with someone at work who tried to get you to agree to something you really didn't want to do? Some people just seem to want things their way, even if it is not the best for the team or organization. During your career, it is likely that you'll come across coworkers who use manipulation to get what they  more...

Work with Files Programs and Printing in Windows Vista ...Work with Files, Programs, and Printing in Windows Vista Microsoft Windows Vista introduces some of the most significant changes to Windows Explorer, and file management in general, since the release of Windows 95. Windows Explorer has a new layout, featuring a Details pane that allows you to view extended properties and metadata of files. The Details pane also include a thumbnail of  more...

Getting Started with Windows Vista Getting Started with Windows Vista Microsoft Windows Vista is Microsoft's much anticipated, latest release in the desktop operating system market. Vista includes many new features, most notably an updated graphical user interface, and numerous user-friendly features such as Windows Gadgets. This course discusses the hardware requirements necessary to implement Windows Vista, as well as  more...

Visual Basic 2005 Security Visual Basic 2005: Security Microsoft To recognize the different types of security supported by Visual Basic 2005 and how they work, and to use them in application development  more...

Workplace Violence ...Workplace Violence This course on workplace violence seeks to help employees understand the motivations that trigger violence in the workplace and to prevent workplace violence from occurring. Violence can happen in any type of workplace. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in the US, 10 of the 5,702 work-related deaths in 2005 were attributable to homicide, and 4 to other types  more...

Getting Results without Authority Building Relationships and Credibility Getting Results without Authority: Building Relationships and Credibility How can you get results if you don't have authority? Cultivating relationships and establishing credibility are necessary, because they allow you to influence others. If you have effective influencing skills, you'll be able to get what you need or want from others whether it's your boss, a peer, or someone in a  more...

Problem Solving The Fundamentals Problem Solving: The Fundamentals 'The problem,' says author and psychiatrist Theodore Rubin, 'is not that there are problems. The problem is expecting otherwise and thinking that having problems is a problem.' A problem is a question or situation that presents doubt, perplexity, or difficulty. It's an issue that needs to be corrected or overcome in order to achieve a desired state. Problem  more...

Understanding the Risks of Using Internet Media Electronic Communications ...ople, as technology makes it easier to communicate with coworkers, clients, family, and friends. The near constant availability of e-mail, social and professional networking web sites, personal digital assistants (PDAs), cell phones, and other tools has blurred the line between work and home to the point where our online activities at home may have an impact on our companies and employment.  more...

Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA ...abilities have an equal opportunity to apply for jobs and work in positions for which they are qualified, have equal access to benefits and privileges, and have an equal opportunity to be promoted once they are working. The course outlines the manager s role in ADA compliance and explores the potential consequences of failing to comply with the ADA s requirements. This course also addresses the  more...

Working for Your Inner Boss Personal Accountability ...Working for Your Inner Boss: Personal Accountability Most employees in business organizations must answer to someone else. From the top of the organization chart to the bottom, nearly every manager and employee must look to a supervisor, a director, or even a customer to establish priorities, assign tasks, set deadlines, and evaluate results. Whoever gives this direction is called the  more...

Managing from Within Self-empowerment ...ponsibility for your attitudes, behaviors, and actions at work to maximize your effectiveness. As an empowered employee, you will be driven by ownership, initiative, and performance. This course focuses on attitudes and behaviors that promote self-empowerment. It provides strategies for empowering yourself through self-coaching, approaches for developing an entrepreneurial mind-set, and  more...

Creating a Positive Attitude Creating a Positive Attitude Oftentimes your success or failure depends not only on the situation you are in, but how you react to that situation. Your reaction to the situations you encounter is significantly influenced by your attitude. Having a positive attitude involves looking for the best in a situation, being realistic about possibilities and consequences, and having the courage to  more...

Pursuing Successful Lifelong Learning ... the business world is constantly changing the way people work and the way work is accomplished. How often have you heard these terms: lifelong learning, self-directed learning, continuous learning, and knowledge worker? If you wonder what these terms really mean, why they are important, and how you rate as a worker and learner for the 21st century, then this course is for you. Find out how  more...

Rightful Employment Termination ...and documentation. An employer must be able to manage its workforce to accommodate the demands of its business. If employees are not performing as expected or if the company experiences a change in the business and fewer people are needed to perform the work some hard decisions must be made. Employers can minimize the risk of being involved in wrongful termination claims or lawsuits, or being  more...

Using Adobe Reader 8 Using Adobe Reader 8 Adobe Adobe Reader 8 is free software that allows you to view and work with Portable Document Format (PDF) files. This course explores the core features and functionality of Adobe Reader 8, including an overview of the work area, using forms, searching and reviewing PDF files, customizing the interface, and using the application's accessibility features. The advanced  more...

Privacy Information Security Privacy & Information Security Information about individuals is used by businesses to provide customers with a huge array of targeted goods and personalized services that consumers have come to expect. If it lands in the wrong hands, this same information can result in harm to the very individuals it was meant to serve. The protection of an individual's personal information has business  more...

Effective Interfunctional Relationships ...rfunctional Relationships Whom did you talk with at work this week? To accomplish your goals in today's workplace, you not only have to interact with personnel in other departments, you often have to coordinate or even rely on them. Tasks are fluid and flow across functional boundaries. The products or services your company offers require a cooperative effort to produce. But by nature,  more...

Effective Intercultural Relationships ...f varying cultures on a daily basis. In today's expansive work environment, employees, co-workers, customers, vendors, and business partners can all have a different cultural background from yours. The most obvious cultural differences you encounter are language and dress. But there are a multitude of subtler ways in which people from different cultures vary in their behavior. If you don't  more...

Effective Intergender Relationships ...ctive mystique. But in professional situations and in the workplace, the significant differences in male and female communication styles can cause problems. There is no denying that women and men vary significantly in their verbal inflections and tone, their body language, and how they listen to others. They pick up on different cues in conversations, and often the meaning they interpret is not  more...

Effective Relationships with Customers ...e it with a selection of long-term relational skills that work for you in the marketplace? Take control by picking the best customers and developing equal, trusting partnerships with them. When you limit your investment in your customer relationships, you also limit your growth potential. Developing strong, respectful relationships with your customers is a win-win situation. This course  more...

Effective Relationships with Business Partners Effective Relationships with Business Partners You have three options when you want to extend your base of business resources: Expand your company, acquire another company, or partner with a complimentary company. In many instances, partnering is the most advantageous choice. Creating an alliance confers the same kind of benefits as an acquisition--but with fewer risks and better definition.  more...

Promoting a Substance-free Workplace ...Workplace Substance abuse is a pervasive problem in society, so it's no surprise that it carries over into the workplace. According to statistics compiled by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, nearly 75 of all adult illicit drug users are employed, as are most binge and heavy alcohol users. Substance abusers are more likely to be late or absent from work, change jobs frequently, be  more...

Business Grammar Punctuation ...onvey a professional image and inspire confidence in your work and in your company. In this course, you'll review the standard rules and guidelines for using punctuation appropriately. You'll start by reviewing how to correctly apply end punctuation, including the correct use and rules for periods, question marks, and exclamation points. You'll also find out how to correctly use commas, one of  more...

Business Writing Editing and Proofreading ...mmatical errors. Carelessness reflects badly on you, your work, and your organization. Taking the time to edit and proofread your writing will help you produce more focused, polished, and effective business documents. This course highlights the importance of editing and proofreading your business documents. It describes some key areas to consider when editing like tone, structure, clarity, and  more...

I-9 Compliance Verifying Employment Eligibility of US Non-US Citizens ...eople enter the country legally and have authorization to work here, there are many others who reside in the US illegally. Section 274A of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) requires employers to hire only individuals who are legally eligible to work here. The I-9 form is the key to compliance with this requirement. It protects employers from knowingly hiring employees who are not  more...

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

Addressing and Redistributing E-mail ... Out of all the e-mails you've received in the past work week, how many have left you scratching your head, wondering why you received it in the first place? How many of those e-mails have you asking what exactly that e-mail has to do with you? With e-mail's prevalence as one of the main forms of communication in business today, it's essential that when sending an e-mail you get the  more...

Introduction to Business Analysis Planning ...rocess initiative is different, and every environment you work in is different. Therefore, it's essential you map out your business analysis approach based on the elements concerning your particular project, environment, and organization. It's equally important to clearly determine who your stakeholders are, who is responsible for what, and how much effort will be required for project  more...

Planning Business Analysis Communication Monitoring ...ing business analysis performance such as lessons learned workshops and utilizing metrics and key performance indicators are introduced. This course provides a foundational knowledge base of business analysis information so learners can effectively put principles to work at their own organizations. This course will assist in preparing the learner for the IIBA s Certified Business Analysis  more...

Business Analysis Requirements Elicitation Business Analysis Requirements Elicitation IIBA Certified Business Analysis Professional Certified Business Analysis Professional® (BABOK® 2.0 Aligned) The first step in creating any solution is to review stakeholder needs and analyze what tools are available to address those needs. Without understanding stakeholder requirements, you may find a solution to the wrong problem. And  more...

Business Analysis Requirements Management Communication ...kage, and communicating requirements through requirements workshops and structured walkthroughs. This course provides a foundational knowledge base of business analysis information so learners can effectively put principles to work at their own organizations. This course will assist in preparing the learner for the IIBA s Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP ) certification exam. IIBA  more...

Business Analysis Enterprise Analysis Business Analysis: Enterprise Analysis IIBA Certified Business Analysis Professional Certified Business Analysis Professional® (BABOK® 2.0 Aligned) Solutions to business problems are implemented every day, in every size and type of company and industry. But way before solutions are implemented, a business need must be identified, a plausible solution must be defined, and the  more...

Business Analysis Introduction to Requirements Analysis ...rements in place provides a detailed view for the team to work towards. This course provides an introduction to requirements analysis as prescribed in A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide) Version 2.0 by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA ). Specifically, this course covers methods for prioritizing requirements such as a MoSCoW analysis, and  more...

Business Analysis Verify and Validate Requirements ...oat, but knowing that you need a welding torch will. When working on any project, you also need as much information as possible about anything that may influence it. This might include how much money you have to work with, how long before the project needs to be completed, and who can work on the project. This course provides an overview of requirements analysis activities as prescribed in A  more...

Business Analysis Solution Assessment and Validation ... is required within the organization to make the solution work, and validating and evaluating the solution performance. This course provides an overview of solution assessment and validation as prescribed in A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide) Version 2.0 by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA ). Specifically, this course introduces the elements  more...

Certified Business Analysis Professional reg BABOK reg 2 0 Aligned ...xperience requirements established by the IIBA. Work Experience Requirement 7,500 hours (i.e. five (5) years) business analysis work experience in the last ten (10) years engaged in tasks specifically related to the knowledge areas as defined within the BABOK . The ten (10) year timeframe is based on the application date. Knowledge Areas Requirement: Demonstrate  more...

Discover Windows 7 Level 1 ... with Live Taskbar Previews. Find a file, connect to a network or use Snap to arrange a couple of windows side by side. All in just a few clicks. You will also become skilled at having your PC work the way you want. Personalize your computer with fast Sleep and Resume features, and use more of your older programs in Windows XP mode. Plus, you will find out how to do new things like using a  more...

Discover Windows 7 Level 3 ... with Live Taskbar Previews. Find a file, connect to a network or use Snap to arrange a couple of windows side by side. All in just a few clicks. You will also become skilled at having your PC work the way you want. Personalize your computer with fast Sleep and Resume features, and use more of your older programs in Windows XP mode. Plus, you will find out how to do new things like using a  more...

Essential Skills for Professional Telephone Calls ...with customers, clients, and colleagues. And with virtual work environments established as a modern business practice, business telephone etiquette is more important than ever to your success as an employee and the success of your organization. This course introduces the essential skills for professional telephone usage. It covers best practices for making and receiving telephone calls,  more...

Discover Windows 7 Level 2 ... with Live Taskbar Previews. Find a file, connect to a network or use Snap to arrange a couple of windows side by side. All in just a few clicks. You will also become skilled at having your PC work the way you want. Personalize your computer with fast Sleep and Resume features, and use more of your older programs in Windows XP mode. Plus, you will find out how to do new things like using a  more...

Working with Difficult People How to Work with Procrastinators ...Working with Difficult People: How to Work with Procrastinators Nobody likes it when they have to take up someone else's slack. Perhaps you've been in this situation: a coworker said something would get done, but when the deadline was up, it turned out this person somehow never managed to get around to it. There are a variety of reasons for procrastinators behaving the way they do, but  more...

Working with Difficult People How to Work with Negative People ...Working with Difficult People: How to Work with Negative People For some people, nothing is ever good enough. They complain nonstop about everything from their latest project to the weather. Others may whine or place blame where it may not belong. Negative people contribute to an unproductive work environment and tend to make the people around them feel negative as well. To limit the  more...

Customer Service Processes and Procedures Customer Service Processes and Procedures Failing to realize the importance of customer service and effective complaints handling leads to increasingly dissatisfied customers. Organizations need to be able to address the needs of customers in an effective and efficient manner. This course is intended to show the proper procedures and processes needed to provide effective customer service:  more...

Quality in a Support Center Quality in a Support Center Customers who experience problems with your service represent a significant challenge to your company. If the support center is able to deal with incidents efficiently, your company can benefit enormously. Reputation and customer satisfaction can be restored and procedures can be established to recognize and prevent future incidents. This course examines the  more...

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

The Customer Service Representative CSR The Customer Service Representative (CSR) HDI HDI Customer Service Representative Customer Service Representative Certification Library It costs a business much more to acquire a new customer than it does to retain an existing one. So it makes sense that a business must do everything it can to support and satisfy existing customers. Handling complaints effectively and efficiently can result  more...

Support Center Services and Work Environment Support Center Services and Work Environment HDI HDI Customer Service Representative Customer Service Representative Certification Library This course is intended to introduce the learner to the basic levels of service commitments and attitude expected of customer service representatives. Best practices, personal accountability, enhancing the image of the organization, and the work  more...

Outlook XP Proficient Expert ... Is The Calendar? - Calendar Items - Calendar Views Work With The Calendar - The Calendar Window - Appointments Area - Date Navigator - Use The Date Navigator - Use The Go Menu & AutoDate - The TaskPad - Print Your Calendar Schedule Appointments - Make An Appointment - Make A Recurring Appointment - Assign Categories to Appointments - Appointment Labels - Format  more...

Customer Interactions Customer Interactions Failing to realize the importance of customer service and effective complaint handling leads to increasingly dissatisfied customers. Organizations need to be able to address the needs of customers in an effective and efficient manner. This course is intended to show the proper procedures and processes needed to provide effective customer service: how to properly support  more...

Communication Skills Communication Skills Effective communication is essential to the success of any customer-oriented business. Each customer will have their own style of communication as well as an emotional response to contacting a support center. In order to effectively communicate, the Customer Service Representative (CSR) must understand how to adapt to these different styles and emotions before the  more...

Excel XP Proficient Expert ...vide powerful tools for creating and sharing professional worksheets online and on the Web. Topics cover basic spreadsheet concepts, workbook and file management, using formulas and functions, editing and formatting tools, working with graphics and charts, online collaboration, and working on the Web. Excel XP/ 2002 (Proficient) Excel XP Basics Introducing Excel XP - Excel XP  more...

Conflict Stress and Time Management Conflict, Stress, and Time Management Each customer wants her problem to be the most important problem to the Customer Service Representative (CSR). For the CSR, adapting to each customer's communication style, understanding each customer's emotional response, and solving each customer's problem can be an enormously stressful and time-consuming process. This course is intended to show the  more...

Access XP Proficient Expert ...d Create A Blank Database - Create A Blank Database Work With Table Data - Enter Data - Edit Data Modify A Database - Open A Database - Use The Objects Bar & Views - Modify Table Structure - Modify Table Format - Work With Field Properties - Use The Lookup Wizard Build A Relational Database - Use The Table Wizard to Create Relationships - Create Relationships  more...

Introduction to Operational Support and Analysis Introduction to Operational Support and Analysis ITIL ITIL Intermediate Level - Service Capability ITIL® v3 Intermediate: Operational Support & Analysis Exam Within the context of ITIL , service operation is sometimes referred to as the 'factory' of IT. It focuses on the daily activities and organizational infrastructure that are used to deliver services to the organization and the  more...

Introduction to Request Fulfillment ... problem. Typically you contact them when something isn't working right whether it be a connection error, system crash, or other incident that impedes your ability to do your work. But more often than not Service Desks also field requests for numerous situations that don't typically fall into the 'out of order' category, but require attention, time, and a quick turnaround for example, someone  more...

Spill Prevention and Control Spill Prevention and Control This course provides information about hazardous materials; spill control, and confinement methods. The intent of the course is to provide the learner with information about the safe handling, movement and storage of hazardous materials. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives  more...

Leading a Customer-focused Team ...support they need to succeed.This course shows you how to work with them to create a customer-focused environment that fulfills customers' expectations while still achieving corporate goals. The first lesson explains how to work together to set the parameters for what has to be accomplished by creating a Statement of Purpose and effective team goals. Once these have been established, your role  more...

DOT Drug and Alcohol Awareness ... Drug and alcohol abuse by employees is a common cause of workplace problems, such as accidents and ineffective work practices, in the US today. These problems can affect profits and expose companies to increased medical and insurance costs, and any related financial loss due to compensation. Several US laws have been enacted to combat drug and alcohol abuse in the workplace. The Department of  more...

Trenching and Excavation Safety Trenching and Excavation Safety This one-hour course is designed to better inform the employee of the possible health and safety concerns unique to trenching and excavation. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: list factors to consider before trenching and excavation begins, identify the purpose  more...

Sprains and Strains ...workers are injured in the workplace, costing employers billions of dollars in hidden costs. The most common of these injuries are sprains and strains. Most workplace injuries are caused by manual tasks, such as lifting or carrying loads, working in fixed positions, repetitive tasks, or using heavy, vibrating tools. Manual tasks, if not performed properly, are a leading cause of serious worker  more...

Slips Trips and Falls Slips, Trips and Falls Slips, trips, and falls constitute the majority of general industry accidents. They cause 15 of all accidental deaths and are second only to motor vehicles as a cause of fatalities. This course is intended to provide employees with the ability to recognize and prevent slip, trip, and fall hazards and to address the key components of ladder safety. The content in this  more...

Safe Work Practices ...Work Practices This course provides information about day-to-day safe work practices and working safely with equipment and hazardous materials. The intent of the course is to enable the learner to identify those practices (the right way to do things) that must be followed that will either eliminate or minimize the potential for injury from workplace hazards. The content in this course is  more...

Using Respiratory Protection ...g to respiratory hazards, protection mechanisms, and safe work practices. It also includes information on how to use respiratory protection for protection from hazardous airborne contaminants in the work environment. This course does not include the types of respirators and other protective considerations required when working with ionizing radiation. Learner objectives are to recognize why  more...

Conducting Coaching Sessions Conducting Coaching Sessions An important part of any coaching session is asking the right questions. When you do this, your coachees will be more focused, attentive, and proactive in finding their own solutions. But you need to know what questions to ask, and in what order. It helps to follow a structured approach that guides you from a broad understanding of what your coachee is trying to  more...

Site Safety and Health Plan Procedures HAZWOPER ...afety plan establishes policies and procedures to protect workers and the public from potential hazards posed by a hazardous waste site. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: identify the purpose of personnel organizational structure associated with a site safety and health plan, identify the  more...

Site Control HAZWOPER ...lean" areas of the site. OSHA requires that employees who work at hazardous material sites, or respond to spill emergencies, receive training to eliminate unnecessary risk of exposure to hazardous substances. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: define the purpose of the site control program,  more...

Regulatory Overview HAZWOPER ... the sources of regulatory occupational safety and health work practices and standards. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: specify why regulatory standards are established, identify the scope and purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act), identify the purpose of the major  more...

The Facilitator Role The Facilitator Role Tired of wasting time at meetings that take too long and get too little accomplished? Learn to facilitate meetings that are both productive and time efficient. In this course, you will explore the foundations of the art of group facilitation. You will define the role of a facilitator, so that you can easily differentiate between facilitated groups and democratic or  more...

Facilitating Meetings and Work Groups ...Work Groups This situation is most likely familiar. You dread holding a meeting so much that you have butterflies in your stomach. People showing up whenever they get there. Trying to get everyone to agree or make a decision takes hours of discussion. No one is willing to take responsibility for action items. In this course, you will learn to avoid these and other pitfalls of work groups  more...

Facilitative Tools and Formats Offering Options ...tions Looking for some alternatives to the standard work group format? Need to take a different approach to getting a problem resolved? Want to hold a meeting and no one's in the office? If any of these situations sound familiar, this course will provide you with some choices to meet your needs. In this course, you will explore alternatives to the standard one-facilitator group meeting or  more...

Facilitative Leadership ...worked in this organization? You don't explain what you're doing because people will steal your ideas. It's best just to go along with whatever the majority wants, even if you can see some real problems down the road. No one will take responsibility for the results unless they're good, then everyone takes a share. If you've experienced any of these situations and want to make some changes,  more...

Transitioning from Technical Professional to Management ...professionals are largely self-directed, whereas managers work through other people. These and other role differences require that technical professionals who are transitioning into management prepare effectively for the change in career. This course outlines steps a technical professional can take to make the transition into management smoother. It also describes the qualities that successful  more...

Powered Industrial Truck Safety ...ck Safety This course is designed for personnel who work with or around a power-propelled truck (a.k.a. forklift) used to carry, push, pull, lift, stack, or tier materials. It will better familiarize the worker with the potential health and safety concerns associated with powered industrial trucks. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable  more...

Office Ergonomics ...loyees and employers in minimizing the risk of developing work-related MSDs. This course applies to employees and employers in office/administrative type settings. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: define terms related to the study of ergonomics; recognize the general requirements of the  more...

NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace ...Workplace This course will provide the public sectors with an understanding of the basic criteria for a comprehensive program that addresses electrical safety-related work practices in accordance with the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA)70E standard titled "Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace." Information presented will provide program elements, techniques, and  more...

Lockout Tagout for Authorized Persons Lockout/Tagout for Authorized Persons This course provides information about control of hazardous energy and work under the protection of a Lockout/Tagout permit. The intent of the course is to provide information on lockout and tagout practices and the significance of lockout and tagout devices.  more...

Lockout Tagout ...rovides information about control of hazardous energy and work under the protection of a lockout/tagout permit. The intent of the course is to provide information on lockout/tagout practices and the significance of lockout/tagout devices. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: define terms commonly  more...

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

Pandemic Flu Awareness ...8). The government further estimates that up to 40 of the workforce could be absent from work at the height of a pandemic wave. The potential impact on the social and economic infrastructure is enormous. To address this, the government has released a response plan called the "National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza Implementation Plan," referred to as "the Strategy." The Strategy outlines the  more...

Mentoring Strategies for the 21st Century Mentoring Strategies for the 21st Century Current business trends--including acquisitions and reorganizations, emerging technology needs, and a changing work force--are all creating unique mentoring needs. This course addresses how mentoring strategies can benefit your organization in the current business climate. It explores the ways that mentoring can capitalize on gender, age, and  more...

Scaffolding and Ladder Safety ...rs, stairways, and the type of scaffold being used at the work site and to understand the procedures to control or minimize those hazards. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to identify the types of portable ladders and their use, capacities, and safety considerations, describe the specific use,  more...

Achieving Success the Help of a Mentor Achieving Success: the Help of a Mentor Perhaps you want to ask an expert in your field or organization to mentor you. Maybe a manager has offered to guide you up the organization ladder. Or perhaps you're participating in an organizationwide mentoring program. Whatever the case, you'll want to make the most of having a mentor in your corner. In "Achieving Success: the Help of a  more...

Laboratory Safety ... This overview course is designed for employees who work in an industrial, clinical, or academic laboratory setting. It will serve to educate the laboratory employee to diverse safety and health concerns related to their job. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: identify general requirements  more...

Introduction to Industrial Hygiene ...o Industrial Hygiene All employees should expect to work in as safe an environment as possible, whether they work in an office building, a factory, or a nuclear power plant. Since ancient times, medical professionals, social activists, and philosophers have observed and written about the various dangers associated with the work people do. In modern times, governments and industry  more...

Industrial Ergonomics ...loyees and employers in minimizing the risk of developing work-related MSDs. This course applies to employees and employers in industrial work settings. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: define terms related to the study of ergonomics, recognize the general requirements of the Ergonomics  more...

Hot Work Permits ...Work Permits Hot work can be defined as any operation such as brazing, cutting, welding, grinding, soldering, or torching that can cause sparks or flames. While such work is necessary, the hazards associated can be minimized through an effective hot work permit program. This 30-minute course provides an overview of an OSHA-compliant hot work permit program, including the permit process,  more...

Heat Stress Recognition and Prevention ... also explain several control measure techniques and safe work practices that you can use to prevent heat-related stresses. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: describe how your body handles heat and what personal factors may lead to heat stress; identify the signs, symptoms, and first aid  more...

Hazardous Materials Handling and Storage ...f the information is to familiarize the learner with safe work practices necessary to prevent injury while handling materials and equipment in the workplace. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: identify safe lifting techniques when manually handling an object; identify hazards associated with  more...

Business Ethics for Managers Business Ethics for Managers Managers perform a delicate ethical balancing act every day. They must meet their obligations to their employer, comply with laws and regulations, address the needs of subordinates, and obey their own consciences. In this course, managers with decision-making responsibility will explore ethical issues and will acquire specific skills for creating and maintaining  more...

Maximizing Team Creativity Maximizing Team Creativity Is creativity within everyone's grasp? Does creativity come naturally within a team, or is this a skill that some learn and others don't? Like anything, creativity and innovation can flourish when cultivated with the right tools. This course discusses how to maximize team creativity. It explores the conditions in the work environment that help encourage team  more...

Getting on the Right Track Getting on the Right Track Is your career on automatic pilot? When was the last time you took a look around to see if the direction in which you are heading is really what you want? It's important to take time out to reflect on your current situation to ensure that you're still on the right path and that the current path is the best one for you. This course identifies tips for successfully  more...

Negotiation Essentials What is Negotiation ...ons skills can be survival skills, both in and out of the workplace. But being able to negotiate successfully requires that you understand some of the basic concepts of negotiation. Negotiation has been described in many ways getting what you want, reaching an agreement, influencing others, and bargaining. However you think of it, though, negotiation is a process in which two or more parties  more...

Analyzing Your Life Balance ...nd also impacts positively on your family, friends, and coworkers. This course highlights techniques you can use to analyze your current level of balance between work and life responsibilities. It covers ways to assess your current work/life balance and overcome internal and external obstacles to achieving balance. Only through properly understanding where you are, in relation to where you want  more...

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

Taking Control of Your Stress ...e your list never shrinks? Are you feeling overwhelmed at work and at home? Are you afraid that stress is starting to negatively impact your health and relationships? Stress is produced by your own feelings and reactions to certain external events, rather than by the events themselves. And while you may not always be able to control the external events that are causing you stress, you can  more...

Avoiding Time Stealers ...y find it difficult to say no to requests to take on more work. Such behaviors can reduce your efficiency, as well as create unnecessary stress for you. This course focuses on strategies for dealing with common time stealers procrastinating and taking on too much work as well as how to handle interruptions. It shows you how effective time management can help you concentrate on the work that is  more...

Identifying Project Risk Identifying Project Risk PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned The success of every project relies on a thorough investigation into all potential risks that face the project throughout its life cycle since every project involves some degree of risk. The rewards of investigating potential project  more...

Developing and Controlling the Project Schedule Developing and Controlling the Project Schedule PMI Certified Associate in Project Management Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - PMBOK Guide - 4th Edition-Aligned The project schedule is critical to project management. It determines the planned start and finish dates for project activities and milestones. It also confirms which activities are dependent on others, therefore  more...

Introduction to Program Management ...nformation, so learners can effectively put principles to work at their own organizations. This course will assist the learner in initial preparation for the PMI Program Management certification exam. This course is aligned with The Standard for Program Management Second Edition, published by the Project Management Institute (PMI ), Inc., 2008. Copyright and all rights reserved. Material from  more...

Program Life Cycle and Benefits Management Program Life Cycle and Benefits Management Regardless of the industry, programs and program management help organizations effectively implement corporate strategies. To achieve the planned benefits and outcomes of your program, you need to manage its benefits across its life cycle. This life cycle will vary, depending on the type of program. However, if you understand the general phases in  more...

Programming with SQL Server 2005 Programming with SQL Server 2005 Microsoft recognize how to implement SQL Server 2005 programming features to work with database data  more...

CLR Integration CLR Integration Microsoft recognize how to use CLR integration in SQL Server 2005 to create, implement and work with data, and how to execute .NET assemblies to achieve this  more...

The Role of Ethics in Project Management The Role of Ethics in Project Management PMI Do the right thing but make sure you do it on time, under budget, and within scope, all the while maintaining your professional integrity in a constantly evolving global business environment. How do project managers do it, given that most ethical dilemmas are not black and white and usually require diligent deliberation? Keeping with their vision  more...

ITIL reg Overview Certification and Benefits ...ticular subject area builds credibility and trust in your work and performance. Obtaining ITIL V3 certification positions you as a highly-regarded asset to your colleagues, organization, and industry. But how do you know exactly what level of certification is right? And what specific areas, whether it be in your individual professional career, or your organization as a whole, would benefit from  more...

ITIL reg V3 Overview Introduction to the ITIL reg V3 Framework ...L® V3 Overview: Introduction to the ITIL® V3 Framework A process or group of processes in place to manage the work of an organization, regardless of how meticulous and detailed it may be, is useless without being organized in some fashion. A planned structure is essential for ensuring success in managing IT functions in any organization. This course provides an introduction to the  more...

Delivering High-impact Sales Presentations ...t business fit for their needs. You've done a lot of hard work, so when the curtain goes up on your sales presentation, you want an award-winning performance. In this course, you'll learn about the third major component of the strategic account sales (SAS) approach--presentation. First, you'll learn how to plan and develop a high-impact presentation. You'll then explore ways to successfully  more...

Delivering High-impact Territorial Account Sales TAS Presentations Delivering High-impact Territorial Account Sales (TAS) Presentations In this course, you'll learn about the third major component of the territorial account sales approach--presentation. Your presentation is the most important meeting you'll have with your client. This is when you show the decision makers that you have the right product and business fit for their needs. You've done a lot of  more...

Manipulating Objects in Illustrator CS3 ...ways. Its Layers panel enables you to organize complex artwork into objects, groups and layers, and work with many elements at once, or with a single object in isolation. This course will familiarize you with more advanced object selection and organization techniques, layering, and masking. It shows you how to apply Illustrator's Transform and Blend tools, mesh and envelope options to  more...

Exporting and Printing Artwork in Illustrator CS3 ...work in Illustrator CS3 Adobe Adobe Illustrator CS3 allows users to export electronic art to use in other applications and other members of the CS3 suite of products, such as Flash CS3. There are several printing options available in Illustrator CS3 that allow for different output applications and technologies and make Illustrator a versatile product. This course will familiarize you  more...

Supervisor Manager Sexual Harassment Awareness Multi-State Edition ...ment can have a very negative impact on an organization's work environment. Managers and supervisors have a responsibility to both their employees and their company to know their role in preventing and responding to sexual harassment. This role includes knowing the laws, guidelines, policies, and resources for correcting, preventing, and investigating sexual harassment complaints. This two-hour  more...

Employee Sexual Harassment Awareness ...part of reducing liability and maintaining a professional work environment. This course helps participants identify two types of sexual harassment, and recognize behaviors that may be considered sexually harassing in the workplace. Participants will also learn about courses of action available to victims, as well as the rights of employees, and the responsibilities of employers relative to  more...

Managing Data Between Servers and Databases Managing Data Between Servers and Databases Microsoft To recognize how to manage change, configure and work with linked servers, and manage and tune replication in SQL Server 2005  more...

Moving Into a Management Role Simulation ...work for The Electric Car Company. Recently your boss, Sonya Black, promoted you to Marketing Manager. Your main focus is now on managing the activities of others. You\'ll initially find that some of your coworkers\' expectations of you have changed. Some of your former colleagues will have trouble accepting your promotion, and you will need to respond appropriately to their negative reactions.  more...

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

Java Programming with J2SE 5 Operators and Flow Control in Java Java Programming with J2SE 5: Operators and Flow Control in Java Sun To enable the learner to identify and work with Java operators, expressions, selection statements, and loop constructs  more...

Java Programming with J2SE 5 Creating Classes in Java Java Programming with J2SE 5: Creating Classes in Java Sun To enable the learner to create and work with Java classes and objects  more...

Java Programming with J2SE 5 Working with Classes in Java Java Programming with J2SE 5: Working with Classes in Java Sun To enable the learner to implement inheritance and polymorphism in Java and to work with Java's static and final modifiers  more...

Java Programming with J2SE 5 Reference Types and Threading Java Programming with J2SE 5: Reference Types and Threading Sun To enable the learner to work with reference types and threads in Java  more...

Using Lean for Perfection and Quality ...on. 5S is a tool for organizing and creating a productive work environment. Hoshin Kanri deals with strategic direction and management to ensure creation of value in products and processes. Jidoka helps identify and solve errors in a production or service delivery process. Standard Work aims at establishing the best procedures for each process to ensure efficient work methods and help eliminate  more...

Introduction to Functions ...f and human resources of an organization that perform the work of the business. However, much more than just people are managed in a successful IT organization. The tools, systems, and networks they use, and the processes and tasks they perform must also be managed. Management of the technical assets and architecture, and management of how those assets and architecture are used, maintained,  more...

Managing and Deploying Six Sigma ...where "the tire hits the road." It requires a lot of hard work and planning. As a Six Sigma Champion, you'll need to plan for and deal with critical Six Sigma deployment issues, develop business-aligned deployment strategies, ensure continued buy-in from top management, and integrate metrics for continuous feedback and review into your plan. This course addresses all of these challenges, as  more...

Starting Up Initiating Directing a Project PRINCE2 2009-aligned ...eg; Foundation Every good system is based on a framework or architecture that governs its progression from start-up through pulling together all the sub-systems that work together to achieve a desired result. The PRINCE2 project management system is no exception. Its framework consists of seven distinctive processes that define the management activities of a project's life cycle. They  more...

Overview of Project Mgmt PRINCE2 2009-aligned ...ons across the board. If you think about it, almost every work effort is a project, from constructing a new building within a university campus to designing and delivering a new line of technology products. As projects become the primary method for getting things done and effecting organizational change, it is crucial to follow a recognized, accepted methodology for managing projects. This  more...

Giving Constructive Criticism Giving Constructive Criticism Feedback is an essential element of successful businesses. Everyone benefits from the exchange of meaningful, constructive criticism. But giving criticism that is constructive rather than destructive can be one of the most important and difficult skills to learn. Given thoughtlessly, without proper preparation and consideration, it's likely to be ignored by the  more...

Java Programming with Java SE 6 0 Operators and Flow Control in Java Java Programming with Java SE 6.0: Operators and Flow Control in Java Sun To enable the learner to identify and work with Java operators, expressions, selection statements, and loop constructs  more...

Java Programming with Java SE 6 0 Creating Classes in Java Java Programming with Java SE 6.0: Creating Classes in Java Sun To enable the learner to create and work with Java classes and objects  more...

Java Programming with Java SE 6 0 Working with Classes in Java Java Programming with Java SE 6.0: Working with Classes in Java Sun To enable the learner to implement inheritance and polymorphism in Java and to work with Java's static and final modifiers  more...

Java Programming with Java SE 6 0 Reference Types and Threading Java Programming with Java SE 6.0: Reference Types and Threading Sun To enable the learner to work with reference types and threads in Java  more...

Professional Networking Essentials Finding Opportunities to Make Connections ...working Essentials: Finding Opportunities to Make Connections In the modern connected business environment, knowing the essentials of professional networking is a major asset and key for success. Networking is all about people and making beneficial connections that will help you build a stable and fulfilling career. Unleashing the power of a network isn't something to be taken lightly.  more...

Workflow Adobe Integration in Flash CS4 ...Workflow & Adobe Integration in Flash CS4 Adobe Once you understand the basics of Adobe Flash CS4 Professional, it's essential that you look at ways of optimizing your workflow. Flash CS4 provides a number of features that allow you to streamline your work, speeding up the amount of time it takes to carry out tasks. Flash CS4 is part of Adobe Creative Suite 4 - a set of programs which  more...

Financial Statements for Non-fiinancial Professionals ...tatement, the Cash Flow Statement, and the Balance Sheet, work as a dashboard of the financial performance of an organization. Knowing how these financial statements are created, and how they reflect the performance of the organization, helps non-financial professionals better understand how their own functional areas can affect the company's bottom line. These financial reports are also used  more...

Maximizing Productivity as a Remote Employee ...a Remote Employee Telecommuting is a widely adopted work arrangement. Globalization, work-life balance, and even green business or environmental concerns have exponentially increased the number of telecommuters and remote workers. Individuals and employers have a number of things to consider when deciding whether working remotely is possible, necessary, or desired. Once the decision is  more...

Fostering Effective Communication and Collaboration ...unicate with you and with one another, and that they will work as a team rather than as individuals. This course outlines the importance and benefits of promoting team communication and collaboration. It covers techniques for encouraging effective communication by employing a favorable communication style and ensuring the team profits from team meetings. The course also introduces strategies  more...

Using Business Etiquette to Build Professional Relationships Using Business Etiquette to Build Professional Relationships Business etiquette is a fundamental element for building positive professional relationships. Whether it's interacting with colleagues, connecting with clients, or speaking to superiors, understanding the unspoken rules of business etiquette will help establish rapport and build trust. When you show that you recognize the nuances  more...

Developing Your Reputation of Professionalism with Business Etiquette ...Etiquette Your reputation often precedes you in any work environment. It can define your creditability, impact your career opportunities, and shape your relationships with your colleagues. Because your reputation is so important, you must proactively build a positive one if you want to succeed in your career. Developing a professional reputation takes more than simply having the right  more...

Porfessionalism Business Etiquette Personal Accountability ...lity for meeting your objectives, including deadlines and work targets, is an important component of good business etiquette and demonstrates your attitude of professionalism. While it can be difficult at times, being accountable for delivering on your objectives shows you are reliable, organized, and dedicated to your work. This course introduces the importance of personal accountability and  more...

Lean Tools Techniques for Flow Pull ...d responsive to customer demands. For example, the Visual Workplace is a Lean tool that uses of clear visuals such as signs, labels, and color-coded markings to keep workers from wasting time and effort searching for materials. Another tool just-in-time management ensures there is a continuous supply of components, parts, and supplies so that workers have what they need, where they need it,  more...

Applying Lean in Service Manufacturing Organizations ...re-related. An organization's culture dictates how people work, their attitudes toward work and change, their relationships with each other and management, and the way change is introduced and implemented. Any company that wants to make sustainable improvements can benefit from a Lean culture. Effective Lean enterprises successfully turn knowledge into action. Continuous improvement or kaizen  more...

Workplace Inspections ...Workplace Inspections Employers have a responsibility to maintain safe working conditions for their employees and to comply with the government health and safety standards that are applicable to their establishments. They must also ensure that employees have and use personal protective equipment when required for safety and health as they do their jobs. When employees stay whole and  more...

Critical Thinking Essentials Applying Critical Thinking Skills ... on the quality of your life - it determines how well you work through complex problems, make decisions, and accomplish your goals. That's why developing critical thinking skills is so important. To think critically is a practical goal - one you can apply to every question, issue, or problem you face. This course explains how critical thinking promotes creative thinking. It also describes the  more...

Targeting Customizing with MOSS 2007 ...w to create an audience and target content for it, how to work with colleagues and distribution lists, and finally how to customize functionality based on user profiles. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that covers the objectives for the Technology Specialist (TS): Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 Application Development 70-542. Passing this exam will earn  more...

Extending WSS with Net Components Extending WSS with .Net Components Microsoft Recognize how to manage WSS security, create and deploy the alerts and timer service and work with event receivers  more...

A Practical App 2009 Personal Computer Components A Practical App. 2009: Personal Computer Components CompTIA CompTIA A 2009 220-702 CompTIA A Practical Application The IT industry has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years, but the backbone of the industry has always remained the computers themselves. This course looks at the components that make up personal computers and shows you how they all work in unison. It explores such  more...