14 Correspondence courses delivered Live Online

Become a certified UI designer * Learn how to create beautiful, pixel-perfect user interfaces * Accelerate your career with an in-demand skillset * Get a professional qualification in just 12 weeks * Manage your own schedule with our flexible, self-paced online course Expand your career options UI skills are needed worldwide, and demand is growing. With a globally recognised qualification, you’ll become a more valuable, sought-after professional. Design with confidence You’ll understand the ‘why’ of good UI design by knowing the principles behind it. You’ll be able to defend your decisions and design with confidence. Work in a creative, rewarding job UI designers add personality and visual appeal to user interfaces. It’s an enjoyable career that rewards creativity: the perfect entry into tech for visually-minded people. A flexible, university-backed curriculum Our curriculum is university credit-rated and approved by the industry. Over 12 weeks, you’ll learn the principles and skills you need to become a confident UI designer. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Study method Online, self-paced Duration 12 weeks Access to content 12 months Qualification Professional Certificate in UI Design Awarded by Scottish Qualifications Authority trading as SQA Additional info Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price Tutor is available to students -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DESCRIPTION During this 12 week, online course you will learn: * Introduction to UI Design * Brand and Personality * Layout * Design Principles * Interactivity * Typography * Colour, shapes and effects * Iconography and imagery * Design process * Presenting ideas * UI design tools You will also work on a project and your portfolio with access to weekly mentor sessions, an active student community, and support from our student success team. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? * Graphic designers and digital designers who want to upskill to UI design * UI designers who want to strengthen their knowledge and craft * UX professionals who want to become more rounded product designers * Anybody with a design background looking for a creative job in tech REQUIREMENTS You don’t need experience in design or technology to enrol in our courses, although having one or both is a definite bonus. Our students come from a diverse mix of backgrounds, including project management, development, graphic design, product management, business analysis and so on. You need to be motivated and committed. We set a high bar. Studying for one of our professional qualifications requires a certain amount of time, energy and focus. You need to be comfortable learning in English. All video lessons, course materials, webinars, correspondence and the final exam are delivered in English. CAREER PATH Students typically graduate into UI Designer jobs. The average UI Designer salary in the UK with 3-5 years experience is £62,500. This is based on data from Payscale, Totaljobs, Indeed, Talent, and Glassdoor

This course is intended for Beginner-Moderate exposure is recommended for this course. The topics covered are cumulative in nature, and they require minimal understanding of email applications and composition. Overview The objective of the course is to give students the information needed to create emails that are written in a succinct, effective, and user-friendly manner. Students will learn how to set up an email subject, salutation, and will then work on how to write a credible email. In this course, students will learn about e-mail policies and learn how to write professional e-mail memos that convey appropriate messages. 1 - E-MAIL BASICS * E-mail characteristics * Writing online versus on paper * Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of e-mail * Understanding the cultural significance of e-mail * E-mail programs * Using an e-mail program to send e-mail * When to use e-mail * Communicating by e-mail * Understanding when to avoid using e-mail * Writing an e-mail message * Using the MAIL acronym 2 - E-MAIL POLICIES * Company policies * Avoiding improper e-mail messages * Ensuring employee compliance to e-mail policies * Copyright laws, viruses, and liability * Avoiding copyright infringement * Avoiding viruses * Identifying e-mail liability 3 - E-MAIL FEATURES AND SECURITY * Features of an e-mail program * Using attachments * Using priority labels and signature files * Features of an e-mail program * Using attachments * Using priority labels and signature files * Discussing e-mail program options * Securing e-mail * Using encryption and digital signatures * Using passwords 4 - E-MAIL MESSAGES * Message headers * Using headers * E-mail message body * Including proper greeting * Structuring an e-mail message * Closing an e-mail message 5 - E-MAIL EFFECTIVENESS * E-mail recipients * Considering the factors that determine e-mail writing * Anticipating recipient reaction * Message management * Managing your e-mail effectively 6 - NETIQUETTE GUIDELINES * Netiquette style * Using proper tone * Following formatting guidelines * Emoticons and abbreviations * Using emoticons and electronic abbreviations 7 - COMPOSING ONLINE CORRESPONDENCE * Online communication * Achieving the objective of the message * Language and punctuation * Improving online writing style * Using punctuation correctly * Efficient writing habits * Constructing sentences * Constructing paragraphs * Editing e-mail messages

ARABIC LEGAL WRITING AND DRAFTING SKILLS WHY ATTEND This course focuses on clear legal writing in Arabic. Effective communication with lawyers is about more than simply words. It entails understanding the unique way lawyers think and approach the legal, political, and business world. During this Arabic course, a number of legal documents are discussed, including drafting contracts, letters, policies and company bylaws. Participants also look at a wide variety of commercial agreements during practical drafting sessions. This course helps participants to draft confidently and effectively in Arabic regardless of the governing law. COURSE METHODOLOGY The course consists of group discussions as well as individual and team tasks. There will be writing practice throughout the exercises. COURSE OBJECTIVES By the end of the course, participants will be able to: * Apply a plain Arabic style of writing to all legal documents * Recognize the need for legal clarity in different types of legal documents: legal letters, emails, memorandum and opinions * Apply good legal writing practice * Use best practice techniques to write contracts, letters, policies and company bylaws * Correct common mistakes in legal writing  * Address and deal with challenges and issues relating to the use of legal jargon * Proofread effectively  TARGET AUDIENCE The course is suitable for Arabic speakers looking for a better understanding of how to write Arabic legal documents.  This course is for lawyers, legal secretaries, commercial managers, contract managers, HR executives and managers, purchasing managers, tender executives and anyone who must draft, amend or update contracts, legal letters and company policies and bylaws.  TARGET COMPETENCIES * Drafting letters, policies, company bylaws and contracts * Proofreading * Writing in plain Arabic * Understanding legal terms * Legal writing practice NOTE The Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has introduced a Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) programme to legal consultants authorised to practice through a licensed firm in the Emirate of Dubai.  We are proud to announce that the Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has accredited EMG Associates as a CLPD provider. In addition, all our legal programmes have been approved. * Basic legal writing concepts and contract drafting * The various types of legal documents * Tips in writing bilingual legal documents * Signs of a well drafted contract; the simple rules! * The language of drafting * Identifying the legal formalities for a binding contract * Structure and formation of a commercial contract: following the formula * The importance of Boilerplate clauses * Plain Arabic in legal correspondence and writing a legal letter * Good legal writing practice * Pitfalls and issues relating to the use of legal jargon in legal writing * Writing different types of emails * Layout of a letter * Body of a letter * Putting a letter together * Typical sentences in legal letters * The letter writing clinic: looking at the ten most common problems * Writing a legal policy or company bylaw and legal writing troubleshooting * Layout of a policy or bylaw * Body of a policy or bylaw * How to write the best policy or bylaw * Understanding the principles of legal interpretation * The four defects that affect legal writing * Use of consistent terminology * Easily confused words * How courts react to legal writing and what to expect 

LEGAL WRITING AND DRAFTING SKILLS WHY ATTEND There is a misconception that legal writing and legal drafting is the same but there is a substantial difference between the two. While legal writing typically deals with persuasive documents such as court briefs and legal letters, legal drafting involves creating documents such as contracts. They are both equally important in legal practice.  Legal writing is an important skill needed in every practice area of law. Words are used to advocate, inform, persuade and instruct.  Are you giving the right impression? Are your clients receiving the right message? This course focuses on clear legal writing for a global audience. Effective communication with English speaking lawyers is about more than simply words. It entails understanding the unique way these speakers think and approach the legal, political, and business world. Did you know that most international commercial agreements are drafted in English, irrespective of the nationality of the contracting parties. Drafting contract skills is ideal for lawyers working in English as a foreign language who need to draft, explain or interpret contract clauses written in English. During the course, delegates will look at a wide variety of commercial agreements through to practical drafting sessions. This course will help participants to draft confidently and effectively in English regardless of the governing law. This is a practical course with many exercises and examples in order to achieve an interactive and stimulating outcome. The course's activities involve the production of typical work-place legal documents. COURSE METHODOLOGY The course consists of group discussions as well as individual and team tasks. There will be writing practice throughout the exercises. COURSE OBJECTIVES By the end of the course, participants will be able to: * Apply plain English style of writing to all legal documents * Recognize the need for legal clarity in different types of legal documents: legal letters, emails, memorandum and opinions * Apply good legal writing practice * Demonstrate the register of legal writing * Correct common mistakes in legal writing  * Dispense and deal with pitfalls and issues relating to the use of legal jargon * Proofread effectively  TARGET AUDIENCE This course is for lawyers, legal secretaries, commercial managers, contract managers and anyone who must draft, amend or update contracts, legal letters and legal opinion. The course is suitable for non-native English speakers looking for a better understanding of English legal terms. TARGET COMPETENCIES * Drafting letters * Proofreading * Writing in plain English * Understanding legal terms * Legal writing practice NOTE The Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has introduced a Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) programme to legal consultants authorised to practice through a licensed firm in the Emirate of Dubai.  We are proud to announce that the Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has accredited EMG Associates as a CLPD provider. In addition, all our legal programmes have been approved. * Legal Drafting  * Signs of a well drafted contract: The simple rules! * The language of drafting: Will v Shall v Must * Identifying the legal formalities for a binding contract * Structure and formation of a commercial contract: follow the formula and you won't go wrong * The importance of Boilerplate clauses: * No waiver * Notices * Assignment v Novation * Governing v Jurisdiction * Force majeure - are we covered for viruses (covid19)? * Dispute resolution clause: Litigation v Arbitration v Mediation * The preliminary documents in international transaction - using Heads of Terms effectively * Vague words and expressions in commercial contracts- know the pitfalls! * Best endeavors v All reasonable endeavors v reasonable endeavors * Overview of cross border contracts: Distribution v Joint venture v Agency agreements * Share Purchase Agreements * Warranties and indemnities * Allocating risks and liabilities between the buyer and seller * Negotiating warranties from a Share Purchase Agreement  * Plain English in Legal Correspondence * Good legal writing practice * Moving from legalese to Plain English * Unnecessary archaic and meaningless phrases * Collocations * Importance of collocations in legal writing * Pitfalls and issues relating to the use of legal jargon in legal writing * Writing short emails * Writing long emails * Writing formal emails * Writing A Legal Letter * Layout of a letter * Body of a letter * Putting a letter together * The register of letter writing * Typical sentences in legal letters * The letter writing clinic: looking at the ten most common problems * Rewriting letters * Rewriting informal sentences to modern alternatives * Correcting common mistakes in letter writing * Legal Writing Troubleshooting * The problem of English idioms * Rephrasing English idioms * Easily confused words * Cutting unnecessary words * Use of consistent terminology * Ambiguity: how to avoid it * Vagueness: how to avoid it * Misuse of preposition in dates * Problem words * Constantly litigated words * Rewriting sentences to remove gender specific language

Enhance your professional communication skills with our Business English ESOL Course. Master presentations, negotiation, meetings, phone calls, report writing, letters & emails, and formal & informal networking. Designed for those with a foundation in English, our online program offers flexibility and convenience. Join us for twice-weekly Zoom lessons for 8/12 weeks, with a free initial assessment. Elevate your business communication skills from anywhere. Enrol today and unlock your potential!

'Safely held by this hand that holds everything.  Bigger than my mind'  The simplicity of a three line  Haiku poem, and its capacity to capture the essence of a moment, is a wonderful thing. Perhaps there are some moments in your life  that would love a soulcollage®  card and a haiku! SoulCollage®cards are made from our deep connection with imagery, and they always capture the essence of something, and turn it into a 'neter'- an energy we can be in correspondence with. Haiku are short focused Japanese poems that connect the reader intimately with a moment in time and place. There is direct contact to the present moment built into these poems, which can even have the potential to suddenly  wake us up to that capacity in ourselves.  Both SoulCollage® and Haiku are about deepening contact and connection with our life force energy and the world around us. This offering is for new and experienced SoulCollagers  alike. We will explore imagery through our somatic felt sensing, make  and let it really move through us into language and collage that connects our curious minds, open hearts, and instinctual knowing. Heres a piece  [https://www.thesoul-shed.co.uk/post/what-s-the-link-between-haiku-poetry-and-good-human-contact]with more about this mutually re-sourcing connection  between intuitive collage and these wonderfully deep and simple poems. 

This Business English tutoring course is designed to help adult learners improve their English language skills within a professional context. Participants will focus on developing their communication skills, vocabulary, and cultural understanding necessary for success in the business world. Through practical exercises, role-plays, and industry-specific materials, learners will enhance their ability to effectively communicate in English within various business situations.  Course Duration: 12 weeks (48 sessions) Course Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will: 1. Communicate confidently and effectively in English within a business setting. 2. Expand business-related vocabulary and improve language accuracy. 3. Develop listening skills to understand business conversations and presentations. 4. Enhance reading comprehension skills for business-related texts. 5. Write accurately and coherently for business correspondence. Course Outline: Week 1: Introduction to Business English - Introduction to course objectives, expectations, and methodology - Assessment of participants' current language proficiency and individual learning goals - Overview of key business English skills and areas of focus Week 2: Business Communication Skills - Developing effective oral communication skills for business settings - Role-plays and discussions related to common business scenarios - Enhancing fluency, clarity, and confidence in expressing ideas and opinions Week 3: Business Vocabulary Expansion - Expanding business-related vocabulary and terminology - Exercises and activities to reinforce and practice key business terms - Incorporating industry-specific jargon into oral and written communication Week 4: Business Writing Skills - Improving writing skills for business correspondence - Practice exercises for emails, reports, memos, and other business documents - Enhancing clarity, coherence, and professional tone in written communication Week 5: Listening and Comprehension in Business Contexts - Developing listening skills to understand business conversations, presentations, and meetings - Authentic listening materials related to various business topics - Strategies for note-taking, understanding accents, and extracting key information Week 6: Reading and Comprehension for Business - Developing reading skills for business-related texts - Strategies for skimming, scanning, and understanding complex business documents - Identifying main ideas, supporting details, and summarising key information Week 7: Business Presentation Skills - Developing effective presentation skills for business contexts - Techniques for organising content, engaging the audience, and delivering impactful presentations - Practice sessions with feedback and guidance Week 8: Business Negotiation Skills - Enhancing negotiation skills for business interactions - Role-plays and practical exercises for successful negotiations - Polishing language and strategies for effective business communication Week 9: Business Etiquette and Cultural Understanding - Understanding business etiquette and cultural nuances in professional settings - Developing intercultural communication skills for international business contexts - Practicing effective communication in diverse and multicultural environments Week 10: Business Networking and Socialising - Developing language skills for networking and socialising in business contexts - Role-plays and exercises for effective communication at conferences, events, etc. - Polishing conversational skills, small talk, and building professional relationships Week 11: Business Grammar and Language Accuracy - Reviewing and reinforcing essential grammar rules and structures in a business context - Identification and correction of common errors in business writing and speaking - Exercises and activities to improve language accuracy Week 12: Review and Final Evaluation - Reviewing course content and addressing individual needs - Comprehensive review exercises for all language skills in a business context - Final evaluation and feedback session Note: This syllabus serves as a guideline and can be customised based on the specific needs, interests, and proficiency levels of the participants. The course may also include guest speakers or industry-specific case studies to provide further immersion and practical application of language skills.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Application Consultant Business Analyst Business Process Architect Business Process Owner / Team Lead / Power User Program/Project Manager Overview This course will prepare you to: Describe the motivation for SAP S/4HANA Enterprise Management Provide an overview of basic business processes in the main components of Financial Accounting with SAP S/4HANA Students will learn how SAP S/4HANA covers the Financial Accounting related business requirements and how the fundamental business processes and tasks are executed in the system. OVERVIEW OF SAP S/4HANA * Outlining the Motivation for SAP HANA and SAP S/4HANA * Providing an Overview of the SAP S/4HANA Products and Adoption Strategies * Using the SAP Fiori Front-End OVERVIEW OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING (FI) IN SAP S/4HANA * Outlining Financial Accounting (FI) Components in SAP S/4HANA GENERAL LEDGER (G/L) ACCOUNTING * Outlining Organizational Elements in Financial Accounting (FI) * Maintaining G/L Master Records * Posting Transactions in the G/L ACCOUNTS PAYABLE * Maintaining Vendor Master Records * Maintaining Accounts Payable Transactions * Managing the Integration between Accounts Payable and Materials Management * Performing Accounts Payable Closing Operations ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE * Maintaining Customer Master Records * Managing Accounts Receivable Transactions * Managing Customer Correspondence * Creating Accounts Receivable Dispute Cases * Managing the Integration between Accounts Receivable and Sales Order Management * Performing Accounts Receivable Closing Operations ASSET ACCOUNTING * Maintaining Asset Master Records * Executing Asset Transactions * Executing Asset Accounting Period-End Closing Activities BANK ACCOUNTING * Maintaining Bank Accounting Master Records * Managing Bank Accounting Transactions CLOSING OPERATIONS IN GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTING * Performing General Ledger (G/L) Closing Operations

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for business users, educators, students, and knowledge workers in a variety of roles and fields who want to be able to use the apps included in Google Workspace to create and manage various types of files and communicate and collaborate with colleagues. Overview In this course, you will use the various apps included in Google Workspace to work productively as part of a team. You will: Navigate the Google Workspace environment and use Gmail to send and manage email correspondence. Manage schedules using Google Calendar™. Communicate with colleagues over text, voice, and video using Google Chat and Google Meet. Store and share files using Google Drive. Collaborate on documents using Google Docs, Google Slides™, and Google Keep™. Collaborate on data using Google Sheets and Google Forms™. Collaborate on websites using Google Sites™. The core productivity apps that make up the Google Workspace? suite enable users to work together on a variety of projects and tasks across many different industries and job roles. This course will teach you how to work efficiently and effectively in apps like Gmail?, Google Drive?, Google Docs?, Google Sheets?, Google Meet?, Google Chat?, and more?all while participating in a collaborative team environment. LESSON 1:GETTING STARTED WITH GOOGLE WORKSPACE * Topic A: Navigate Google Workspace * Topic B: Send and Manage Email Using Gmail LESSON 2:MANAGING SCHEDULES USING GOOGLE CALENDAR * Topic A: Create and Manage Events * Topic B: Customize Calendars * Topic C: Create and Share Calendars * Topic D: Create and Manage Tasks LESSON 3:COMMUNICATING USING GOOGLE CHAT AND GOOGLE MEET * Topic A: Chat Using Google Chat * Topic B: Participate in Meetings Using Google Meet LESSON 4:STORING AND SHARING FILES USING GOOGLE DRIVE * Topic A: Add Files and Folders * Topic B: Manage Files and Folders LESSON 5:COLLABORATING ON DOCUMENTS USING DOCS, SLIDES, AND KEEP * Topic A: Create and Edit Documents Using Google Docs * Topic B: Design Presentations Using Google Slides * Topic C: Take Notes Using Google Keep LESSON 6:COLLABORATING ON DATA USING SHEETS AND FORMS * Topic A: Create and Manage Spreadsheets Using Google Sheets * Topic B: Design Surveys Using Google Forms LESSON 7:COLLABORATING ON WEBSITES USING SITES * Topic A: Create and Edit Sites * Topic B: Share and Publish Sites

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for business users, educators, students, and knowledge workers in a variety of roles and fields who want to be able to use the apps included in Google Workspace to create and manage various types of files and communicate and collaborate with colleagues. Overview In this course, you will use the various apps included in Google Workspace to work productively as part of a team. You will: Navigate the Google Workspace environment and use Gmail to send and manage email correspondence. Manage schedules using Google Calendar™. Communicate with colleagues over text, voice, and video using Google Chat and Google Meet. Store and share files using Google Drive. Collaborate on documents using Google Docs, Google Slides™, and Google Keep™. Collaborate on data using Google Sheets and Google Forms™. Collaborate on websites using Google Sites™. The core productivity apps that make up the Google Workspace? suite enable users to work together on a variety of projects and tasks across many different industries and job roles. This course will teach you how to work efficiently and effectively in apps like Gmail?, Google Drive?, Google Docs?, Google Sheets?, Google Meet?, Google Chat?, and more?all while participating in a collaborative team environment. LESSON 1: GETTING STARTED WITH GOOGLE WORKSPACE * Topic A: Navigate Google Workspace * Topic B: Send and Manage Email Using Gmail LESSON 2: MANAGING SCHEDULES USING GOOGLE CALENDAR * Topic A: Create and Manage Events * Topic B: Customize Calendars * Topic C: Create and Share Calendars * Topic D: Create and Manage Tasks LESSON 3: COMMUNICATING USING GOOGLE CHAT AND GOOGLE MEET * Topic A: Chat Using Google Chat * Topic B: Participate in Meetings Using Google Meet LESSON 4: STORING AND SHARING FILES USING GOOGLE DRIVE * Topic A: Add Files and Folders * Topic B: Manage Files and Folders LESSON 5: COLLABORATING ON DOCUMENTS USING DOCS, SLIDES, AND KEEP * Topic A: Create and Edit Documents Using Google Docs * Topic B: Design Presentations Using Google Slides * Topic C: Take Notes Using Google Keep LESSON 6: COLLABORATING ON DATA USING SHEETS AND FORMS * Topic A: Create and Manage Spreadsheets Using Google Sheets * Topic B: Design Surveys Using Google Forms LESSON 7: COLLABORATING ON WEBSITES USING SITES * Topic A: Create and Edit Sites * Topic B: Share and Publish Sites ADDITIONAL COURSE DETAILS: Nexus Humans Google WorkSpace training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Google WorkSpace course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.