16 Business Case courses in Birmingham

OVERVIEW -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Objective * Understanding the Importance of Business Analysis Model * Determining various techniques of Process Modelling * Understanding the scope of modelling * Efficiently mapping the business landscape * Analysing the enterprise structure * How to avoid project failures. * Learning efficient skills of being a successful business analyst. * Understand and document various techniques for the organization delivers value. * Successful project conversion * Building team, changing the organization and overcoming resistance. * Creating an effective Business Case.

ABOUT THIS VIRTUAL INSTRUCTOR LED TRAINING (VILT) Asia Pacific is set to be the largest and fastest growing Hydrogen market globally. This growth is driven by decarbonisation of energy-use, ammonia production and rising demand of fuel cell electric vehicles. Hydrogen as a fuel has outstanding energy carrying capacity and many application possibilities ranging from Petroleum refinery, Ammonia and Methanol production, Transportation and Power generation. Although the current petrochemical market segment will remain strongest in the near future, it is the transport and power sector which spurs the vision of a massive market takeoff in the next decade. The ever-rising share of renewable energies require flexible and scalable storage solutions, which in turn offers many additional revenue streams beyond pure electricity sales. Adding to this the strong impetus towards decarbonization of the transport sector from cars, trucks, trains to ships and even airplanes creates the breed for an exciting and yet untapped market potential. This course aims to clarify and assess the hydrogen business case along its value chain and versatile market applications. Training Objectives * Understanding current hydrogen market status and recent developments * Major drivers and inhibitors influencing the growth of the market * Understanding and comparing various production technology processes * Challenges and solutions in transport, distribution and storage of hydrogen * Mapping the many petrochemical, energy and transport applications * Analyse business cases from around the world and understand their economics Target Audience * Project developers * Equipment Manufacturers * Oil, Gas and Petrochemical sector companies * IPPs and utilities * Transport sector companies and port operators * Policy makers and regulators * Investors and lenders Course Level * Basic or Foundation Training Methods The VILT will be delivered online in 4 half-day sessions comprising 4 hours per day, including time for lectures, discussion, quizzes and short classroom exercises. Additionally, some self-study will be requested. Participants are invited but not obliged to bring a short presentation (10mins max) on a practical problem they encountered in their work. This will then be explained and discussed during the VILT. A short test or quiz will be held at the end the course. Trainer Your expert course leader is an internationally renowned energy communicator and business educator, focused on the interconnected clean energy transition topics of renewable power, energy storage, energy system electrification and hydrogen. His own independent technology tracking, market assessment and opportunity/risk analysis is delivered to clients through a mix of business advisory work, commissioned content, small-group training (online & in-person), and one-to-one executive coaching (online). In the hydrogen sector, he is currently lead consultant and trainer to the World Hydrogen Leaders network, and writer of their 'This Week in Hydrogen' news column. He is also co-presenter of the 'New Energy Chinwag' podcast, which regularly covers hydrogen-related issues. During more than 15 years as an independent energy expert, he has helped companies from large multinationals to innovative start-ups - totalling assignments in over 30 countries across 5 continents. Most recently, he has presented clean energy training in locations as diverse as Singapore, the UK, South Africa, The Philippines, the USA, Mexico, Spain and Dubai - and, in recent times of course, online to international audiences from across the world. Prior to this, he was Research Director for over 10 years at Informa, a $9 billion business intelligence provider; where he drove new market identification, analysis and project deployment work, and managed teams in the UK and US. He has a strong science background, holding a 1st Class Honours degree in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge, a PhD in Earth Sciences and a further Diploma in Economics & Sustainability from the UK's Open University. POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information about post training coaching support and fees applicable for this. Accreditions And Affliations

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Effective cross-cultural management and leadership demand an understanding of the complexities of culture from structural, political, social and psychological perspectives -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- An intensive 3-day training course from one of the leading providers of cross- cultural leadership and management training. Designed for individuals wishing to develop and their skills in managing and leading in a cross-cultural environment. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Introduction Created specifically for the cross‐cultural workplace setting and utilising a blend of interactive role play, DVD presentations and case‐study based discussion, the course provides comprehensive skills training for anyone who must manage or lead a cross‐cultural team or employees. Trainer The trainer is Tony Buon, the Managing Partner of Buon Consultancy. He is a qualified workplace psychologist with over 30 years experience . Tony has worked in over 40 countries. He is a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP) and Associate Lecturer at the Aberdeen Business School. He holds degrees in Psychology, Behavioural Sciences and Work‐ place Education and trains throughout the UK, Europe, The Middle East & Asia. Tony has worked with some of the world’s leading companies over the past 30 years including; Diageo, Dolphin Energy, DuPont, Gulf Offshore, Halliburton, Hewlett‐Packard, ICI, ING Group, Kuwait Petroleum, Lend Lease, McDonalds, National Australia Bank, PetroChina, Pfizer, Qatar Petroleum, Royal Bank of Scotland, Shell, 3M, Coca Cola and Microsoft. He was also the senior consultant to the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Tony has also been interviewed in publications as diverse as Rolling Stone and the Reader’s Digest. He has appeared on CNN, BBC, Trans‐World Sport and many international television and radio stations. The Course The world of business has no borders. Nationalisation, globalisation and the growth of multi‐national corporations introduces challenges which managers and leaders must address. Effective cross‐cultural management and leadership demand an understanding of the complexities of culture from structural, political, social and psychological perspectives. The aims of the course are to explore the meaning and psychology of culture; to understand the impact of culture on management and leadership; to identify the areas in which cultural differences present a challenge in managing and leading employees in a multicultural environment; and finally to become more self ‐aware in cultural understanding, individual biases and assumptions and to understand the implications these have on our work. * A vital course for any manager or leader work‐ ing in a multi‐cultural environment * Covers the managerial, social and psychological aspects of culture * Develop your cross‐cultural leadership & management skills in a fun and informative environment * Discover best‐practice in diversity management and cross‐cultural communication * Appreciate current business issues related to managing and leading in a cross‐cultural environment -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Comments from previous participants: “ ...one of the best courses I have ever attended!”“ I can’t believe how much I learnt. As an experienced expat, I thought I knew it all, this course truly expanded my people management skills”“ “...the trainer was excellent and the individual feedback and advice fantastic”“ This course will make me a better HR Manager, I have new skills I can use every day in dealing with all staff globally”   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This course can be conducted on-site at your location for groups of up to 15 participants The Objectives * By the end of the course, the delegates will be able to: * Illustrate examples of stereotypes and stereotyping * Formulate a business case for cultural diversity in their workplace * List Hofstede’s five value dimensions * Explain in his/her own words the meaning of each of the five value dimensions * Evaluate the risks involved in international assignments The Delegates * All supervisors, middle managers , department heads and senior managers * Human resource personnel including HR Business Partners * All staff interested in developing cross‐cultural skills The Benefits * Appreciate the importance and meaning of culture * Learn about the psychology of culture * Develop your cross‐cultural leadership & management skills * Discover how to manage and lead diverse employees in a multi‐cultural environment * Appreciate current issues in international business related to managing people The Course Day 1: The Meaning and Psychology of Culture * Our world today ‐ the importance of demographics * Dimensions of culture * Hofstede’s five value dimensions * Workplace and organisational culture * Stereotypes and stereotyping * Cross‐cultural communication * Body‐language and culture Day 2: Managing and Leading Diverse Employees * Developing a global mindset * Culture and strategy * Managing in multi‐national companies * Multi‐cultural teams and teamwork * * International assignments and global career development * Culture shock and global working * Culture and decision‐making

It's a fact of life that costs generally increase and as a result prices must go up too. Implementing an increase without losing customers is challenging. Talking about a price increase with customers never makes for an easy conversation. Your customers will generally decide whether to accept the increase based upon value, as well as the hassle cost of switching and going elsewhere. Even the most experienced salesperson who has implemented price increases before will be fighting back the nerves when faced with the task of 'selling' the increase. In this flexible programme, we will support your internal preparations at whichever stage you and your colleagues are at. From making the decision to increase prices, right through to those on the frontline already dealing with any push-back. This programme will help participants: * Understand the business case for increasing prices * Take steps to research the market * Consider their customers' motivations * Use the six principles of influence * Identify and adapt for different personality styles * Assess their level of trust with customers * Build rapport rapidly with their customers and prospects 1 RAISING PRICES - KEYS TO SUCCESS * Understanding the business case * Researching the market * Assessing the value of your offering 2 UNDERSTANDING YOUR CUSTOMER BASE * Assessing your key accounts * What is your 'target' customer range? * Creating consistency in pricing approach 3 PLANNING THE INCREASE * Timing your implementation * Communication strategy * Elements of a good price increase letter 4 DEVELOPING INFLUENCING SKILLS * The Trust Equation * The six principles of influence * Discovering your customer's buying decisions 5 EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND PRICE INCREASES * The part emotion plays * Developing strategies for keeping calm * Handling your customer's responses 6 UNDERSTANDING DIFFERENT CUSTOMER STYLES * Discover your own style * Recognising behaviour traits in others * Adapting your approach to their style 7 PREPARING FOR CUSTOMER CONTACT * Preparing for specific customers * Anticipating their response * Dealing with challenging customers 8 FOLLOWING THROUGH * Maintaining a consistent approach * Resisting requests for discounts * Confirming the increase in writing

M&O of engineering plant and services is becoming more important to the success of the core business. To select the right M&O technique for specific plant and equipment it is necessary to know what options are available, what they deliver and how they should be implemented. This course will help you consider options and techniques that provide best value based on that thorough understanding of the business need. M&O will increasingly be required to demonstrate it is delivering the optimum of cost and value and the main purpose of the course is to show how this can be achieved. Note: this is a purely indicative list of topics that can be covered. The content, duration, objectives and material used would all be adapted to match your specific requirements. This course will help you: * Determine what the business needs from the M&O service * Determine the cost and value of the various M&O options * Prepare and present the business case for the selected M&O strategy * Introduce meaningful KPIs based on performance-based service by the M&O provider * Undertake a review of current M&O and make recommendations for improvement * Introduce energy and carbon management performance criteria in M&O * Better deal with project risk and uncertainties * Motivate others to deliver a reliable and cost effective M&O service Note: this is a purely indicative list of topics that can be covered. The content, duration, objectives and material used would all be adapted to match your specific requirements. 1 WHAT IS MAINTENANCE AND WHAT IS OPERATION? - THEIR RELATIVE IMPORTANCE TO THE BUSINESS 2 COMPARISON OF THE VARIOUS MAINTENANCE OPTIONS AND TECHNIQUES, INCLUDING: * Planned preventative * Run to failure * Condition monitoring * Business focused * Business critical * Total productive * Reliability centred maintenance 3 FORMS OF CONTRACTS AND SERVICE, INCLUDING: * Comprehensive * Input driven * Output driven * Limited replacement * Performance based M&O 4 SELECTING THE RIGHT OPTIONS AND MAKING THE BUSINESS CASE 5 CONTINUOUS COMMISSIONING AS A TOOL FOR DELIVERING BEST VALUE 6 CASE STUDIES

The importance of building services to the success of an organisation has never been greater and continues to grow. Developers and occupiers are becoming more aware of the contribution that building services make to the well being of occupants and hence their perception of the quality of the working environment. Those involved with the design, construction, maintenance and operation will increasingly be required to deliver building services that demonstrable contribution to the occupier's business. Energy efficiency, carbon management and occupant satisfaction depend substantially on the way building services are designed, managed and operated. To optimise these aspects, an informed strategic approach is essential. Tried and tested techniques and processes are available that, when applied holistically, will deliver substantial benefits. This course reviews best practice in the area and inspires participants to ensure that building services perform at their optimal level. To provide a better understanding of how building services can be designed, managed and operated to: * Maximise occupant comfort, satisfaction and wellbeing * Add value and contribute to the success of the business of the occupier * Improve health safety * Reduce operating cost, energy use, carbon emissions and environmental impact * Optimise cost and value * Provide strategies for continuous improvement and sustainable operation 1 BUILDING SERVICES FUNDAMENTALS * The function of services in commercial buildings and their importance to the core business 2 TECHNIQUES AND PROCESSES FOR OPTIMISING COST AND VALUE * Programmed operation evaluation * Continuous commissioning * Lifetime product management * Performance-based service * Energy efficiency and the scope for environmental improvement 3 MAKING THE BUSINESS CASE AND PREPARING THE STRATEGY * Motivating decision-makers * Empowering those who have to deliver the results * Managing business risk 4 STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION AND MONITORING RESULTS * Ensuring that rich and robust feedback is available to support continuous improvement and strategy enhancement * When to get feedback * Why * How * What to do with it 5 CASE HISTORIES AND 'AIR TIME' * Sharing experience and addressing specific issues of interest to participants * Course review * Close

Course Outline: What is “Diversity and Inclusion”?  The Cultural Contact Lens - understanding different people's experiences  The Social Ecological Model - understanding how individual elements sit within and impact upon social change  Finding your ‘why’, and the Business Case for D&I  Going above and beyond the Law - the Equality Act (2010) and protected characteristics  Becoming comfortable with feeling uncomfortable  Privilege, power, and the Cycle of Oppression  An introduction to allyship  Summary and questions

The main aim of this workshop is to encourage and enable delegates to present their sales messages stylishly and persuasively to expert buying audiences and improve their conversion rates. The focus is placed firmly on performance and creativity in top level presenting. It is aimed at experienced sales professionals who are expert at selling but need to be able to present and pitch for business at high skill levels in order to land major accounts. Delegate numbers will be restricted to 4 people. Delegates should be willing and be prepared to give video-recorded presentations as part of the course. COURSE SYLLABUS The syllabus of the Sales Presenting course is comprised of two modules, covering the following: Module One Components of Top Presenting * Preparation and performance in presenting * Being stylish and compelling * Differentiation, risk-taking and presenting * Connecting with your audience * Achieving impact and drama * Creating a buying emotion * Getting out of a comfort zone * First delegate presentations Module Two Pitching in Teams * Getting your act together - the plan * Looking and sounding like a team * The buyer's perspective * Getting your moves right - choreography * Dealing successfully with questions * Rehearsing to succeed * Second delegate presentations -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DRAGON'S DEN EXERCISE The delegation is split into two groups, each with a specific product or service to win the Dragons' investment. They have to also present to the Dragon's Den their business case for feedback and negotiate with the Dragons to gain either an "I'm in" or an "I'm out" reply. A full debrief is then conducted covering: * Planning * Commercial consequences * Putting forward a business case * Critical thinking * Negotiating * Selling skills * Presentation skills * Profile building SCHEDULED COURSES This course is not one that is currently scheduled as an open course, and is only available on an in-house basis. For more information please contact us.

Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) is commonly used to help establish safe minimum levels of maintenance, determine changes to operating procedures and help establish maintenance regimes and plans. Successful implementation can result in cost savings, machine uptime and improved risk management. But the devil's in the detail - how can you achieve these benefits and successfully implement RCM in your organisation? This programme will help you do just that. Note: this is a purely indicative outline. The content, duration, objectives and material used can all be adapted to match your specific requirements. To provide a better understanding of RCM, particularly: * What, why, how and who? * Opportunities and benefits * Risks * Cost effectiveness Note: this is a purely indicative outline. The content, duration, objectives and material used can all be adapted to match your specific requirements. 1 WHAT IS MAINTENANCE? * Why maintain? * Traditional maintenance methods * Common current practices and trends 2 WHAT IS RELIABILITY CENTRED MAINTENANCE? * Its history * Its development * Current usage * Where can it be cost-effective? 3 HOW DOES IT WORK? * Basic features * Key criteria * Maintenance options * Key outcomes 4 MAKING THE BUSINESS CASE AND PREPARING THE STRATEGY * Identifying and quantifying current risks * Identifying and quantifying current costs * Motivating decision-makers * Identifying and empowering those who have to deliver the results * Educating / gaining buy-in from interested parties 5 IMPLEMENTATION * Identify business functions * Prioritise functions * Verify correct usage * Identify failure modes * Identify the consequences of failure * Understand the failure process * Specify the appropriate maintenance action(s) 6 ONGOING REQUIREMENTS * Monitoring * Recording * Analysis * Continuous re-evaluation 7 OPEN DISCUSSION * Sharing experience and addressing specific issues of interest to participants * Course review * Close