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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is any IT, facilities or data centre professional who works in and around the data centre and who has the responsibility to achieve and improve the availability and manageability of the data centre. Overview After completion of the course the participant will be able to:? Choose an optimum site for mission-critical data centre based on current and future needs? Describe all components that are important for high availability in a data centre and how to effectively setup the data centre? Name and apply the various industry standards? Describe the various technologies for UPS, fire suppression, cooling, monitoring systems, cabling standards, etc, and to select and apply them effectively to cost-efficiently enhance the high-availability of the data centre.? Review the electrical distribution system to avoid costly downtime? Enhance cooling capabilities and efficiency in the data centre by using existing and new techniques and technologies for the increased cooling requirements of the future? Design a highly reliable and scalable network architecture and learn how to ensure installers apply proper testing techniques? Create effective maintenance contracts with equipment suppliers ensuring the best return on investment? Setup effective data centre monitoring ensuring the right people get the right message? Ensure proper security measures, both procedural and technical, are established to safeguard your company's valuable information in the data centre The course will address how to setup and improve key aspects such as power, cooling, security, cabling, safety, etc., to ensure a high available data centre. It will also address key operations and maintenance aspects. THE DATA CENTRE, IT?S IMPORTANCE AND CAUSES FOR DOWNTIME DATA CENTRE STANDARDS AND BEST PRACTICES DATA CENTRE LOCATION, BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION * Selecting appropriate sites and buildings and how to avoid pitfalls Various components of an effective data centre and supporting facilities setup RAISED FLOOR/SUSPENDED CEILING * Uniform, concentrated and rolling load definitions Applicable standards Raised Floor guidelines Signal Reference Grid, grounding of racks Disability act and regulations Suspended ceiling usage and requirements LIGHT * Standards Light fixture types and placement Emergency lighting, Emergency Power Supply (EPS) POWER INFRASTRUCTURE * Power infrastructure layout from generation to rack level ATS and STS systems Redundancy levels and techniques Three-phase and single-phase usage Power distribution options within the computer room Power cabling versus bus bar trunking Bonding versus grounding Common Mode Noise and isolation transformers Distribution boards, form factors and IP-protection grades Power quality guidelines Real power versus apparent power How to size and calculate load in the data centre Generators Static and dynamic UPS systems, selection criteria, how they operate and energy efficiency option Battery types, correct selection and testing Thermo-graphics ELECTRO MAGNETIC FIELDS * Electrical fields and magnetic fields definitions and units of measurements Sources of EMF Effects of EMF on human health and equipment (H)EMP Standards EMF shielding solutions EQUIPMENT RACKS * Rack standards, properties and selection criteria Security considerations Power rail/strip options COOLING INFRASTRUCTURE * Temperature and humidity recommendations Cooling measurement units and conversion rates Sensible and latent heat definitions Differences between comfort and precision cooling Overview of different air conditioner technologies Raised floor versus non-raised floor cooling Placement of air conditioner units and limitations to be observed Supplemental cooling options Cold aisle/hot aisle containment WATER SUPPLY * Importance of water supply and application areas Backup water supply techniques DESIGNING A SCALABLE NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE * The importance of a Structured Cabling System Planning considerations Copper and Fiber cable technology and standards ANSI/TIA-942 Cabling hierarchy and recommendations Testing and verification SAN storage cabling Network redundancy Building-to-building connectivity Network monitoring system requirements FIRE SUPPRESSION * Standards for fire suppression Detection systems Various total flooding fire suppression techniques and systems, their benefits and disadvantages Handheld extinguishers Signage and safety Regulatory requirements and best practices DATA CENTRE MONITORING * Data centre monitoring requirements EMS versus BMS Water leak detection systems Notification options and considerations OPERATIONAL SECURITY AND SAFETY PRACTICES * Data centre security layers Physical, infrastructure and organisational security Safety measures and essential signage LABELLING * Choosing a labelling scheme Recommended labelling practices Network labelling DOCUMENTATION * How to setup proper documentation Document management policies and procedures CLEANING * Cleaning practices for the data centre MTBF/MTTR * Standards and definitions Calculation models The ?real? value MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS/SLA/OLA EXAM: CERTIFIED DATA CENTRE PROFESSIONAL ADDITIONAL COURSE DETAILS: Nexus Humans Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) 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 Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) 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.

Aspire Consulting and Training Ltd is indisputably at the forefront of Transformative Coachingworldwide. We have a commitment to prepare individuals as coaches to achieve sustainable change for the people around them, so that they are being developed and supporting many types of growth. Achieved through a process of heightening awareness and deepening learning, this differs from other coaching methodologies that employ a tactical or remedial approach more useful in trouble-shooting and problem solving.   As people pursue coach training, they want a program with high standard, proven methodology and worldwide recognition. The TAP-C™ Model is a globally delivered program that enhances professional coaching industry standards. Our certification training program offers a fresh, leading edge approach to enable authentic and deliberate change.   We offer the ultimate solution to maximise human capital. Businesses are expecting their managers to devote an ever-increasing portion of their time to coach others and this is a trend that will only continue to expand. The challenges have never been greater for achieving results through people, and coaching will remain a vital leadership skill for the decades to come. A proven strategy for creating sustained growth, coaching enables superior performance of individuals, teams, and whole organisations.    The TAP-C™ Model is not just a new methodology or trend; it is more of a tool that drives a positive change. It helps people gain clarifications through meaningful conversations. It promotes learning by stimulating people to think through about their situation and urges them to take initiatives. Coaching is all about making people realise what needs to be modified and offer them appropriate support to bring about a change.    "Coaching is about influencing individuals to make conscious, empowered decisions to become leaders in their own lives. It is a process that occurs in a special conversation that enables learning and development and thus improves performance. It is a way of working with people that leaves them more competent and more fulfilled so that they are more able to contribute and find meaning in what they are doing."   Jay Acharya   The TAP-C™ Model incorporates a blend of coaching, mentoring and counselling, that, although considered different, share some key characteristics and skills to always support positive outcomes.    Coaching involves the belief that the individual has the answers to their own problems within, and need the focus to unlock their own potential.  Mentoring is like coaching, with a general agreement that a mentor can partner in some way to help expedite any decision making.  Counselling is closer to a therapeutic intervention. Focusing on past situations and identify ways to overcome barriers, that may be internal or external.   Our TAP-C™ Model therefore truly incorporates what we know to be an Influencing and Empowered approach to Coaching in the following way: We will explore the supporting principles of a coach and the guiding principles of a mentor, by using practical methods to help you become more effective and confident.    The purpose of this training to improve your performance at the same time of improving other abilities and create a cultured and productive working atmosphere. The core objective of the course is to enable you to set and achieve organisational, departmental and personal goals, by communicating clearly with their teams, managing time more effectively and prioritising work so that achieving an organisational strategy is more of a fluid approach.   Aims and Objectives                             The sessions focus on the theoretical aspects of empowering people in an organisation, by increasing the awareness of current competencies and abilities. The programme will meet all the objectives outlined below: * Gain a greater understanding of organisational activities * How the TAP-C™ Model can be used to develop a person and a team * Establish how to know when to be a coach, mentor and councillor * The behaviour’s of being a confident coach * How to help a person recognise their strengths and developmental areas  * How to create and develop an empowered structured organisation

Online MHFA England mental health first aid course delivered by Registered Mental Health Nurses from Mindmaps Wellbeing. Why choosing Mindmaps Wellbeing is a good choice for your mental health training. The MHFA England RRP is £325pp, our rate is £300pp and our fee includes: ✅ Instructor led training sessions over two days ✅ Course Manual ✅ Workbook ✅ Handy Cue Card ✅ MHFAider Certificate upon completion Plus, exclusively when you choose Mindmaps Wellbeing, it also includes: ✅ Your instructors are Registered Mental Health Nurses and Healthcare Educators (They of course have their own lived experiences too, which they bring to the course, ensuring the content is brought to life). ✅ Access to our online MHFAider peer support groups moderated by the instructor team. ✅ Access to MINDWELL companion for resources, self-care, and ongoing guidance to support you in the role as a MHFAider. ✅ Advanced Delegate Plan – This allows delegates to book onto our open courses on dates that suit, with the best value on course fees available. For a little extra: ✅ Quarterly Facilitated MHFAider Forum – to provide ongoing expert support and guidance. ✅ Organisational MINDWELL Companion tailored for your workplace / organisation.

This one-day course introduces the field of user experience and provides an excellent entry point to our other specialised training courses. UX processes and practices have become a central component of product design, service design and web design.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is aimed at people in senior roles including CIOs, chief digital officers and other aspiring CxOs, as well as consultants and others involved in digital transformations, service delivery and strategic delivery. Overview By the end of this course, you will understand: The internal and external factors to consider while crafting digital strategy How IT strategy differs from digital strategy and how they can be integrated Creating a digital strategy that achieves the most value from digital Implementing and sustaining digital strategy Developing and nurturing digital capabilities for continual business innovation and value co-creation This course takes you on a digital strategy journey. Its iterative, eight-step model moves from ?vision? through to ?actions? and is about creating sustainable, digital momentum. You experience the four key capabilities to develop a holistic, digital capability framework: digital leadership, managing innovation and emerging technologies, risk management and structuring a digital enterprise. This class includes an exam voucher. Prerequisites Delegates attending this course must have successfully achieved the ITIL 4 Foundation Qualification; your certificate must be presented as documentary evidence to gain admission to this course. Although there is no mandatory requirement, ideally candidates should have at least two years professional experience working in IT Service Management. 1 - ITIL GUIDING PRINCIPLES TO ALL ASPECTS OF DIGITAL AND IT STRATEGY * Focus on Value * Start Where You Are * Progress Iteratively with Feedback * Collaborate and Promote Visibility * Think and Work Holistically * Keep It Simple and Practical * Optimise and Automate 2 - LEVERAGE DIGITAL STRATEGY TO REACT TO DIGITAL DISRUPTION * Digital Technology * Digital Business * Digital Organisation * Digitisation * Digital Transformation * Business Strategy and Business Models * Digital and IT Strategy * Products * Services * Relationship Between Digital, IT Strategy and Components of ITIL SVS. 3 - RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CONCEPTS OF DIGITAL AND IT STRATEGY, SERVICE VALUE SYSTEM AND SERVICE VALUE CHAIN * Environmental Analysis * External Analysis: PESTLE * Internal Analysis: Four Dimensions of Service Management 4 - HOW AN ORGANISATION USES DIGITAL AND IT STRATEGY TO REMAIN VIABLE IN ENVIRONMENTS * How an Organisation?s Viability is Related to Agile, Resilient, Lean, Continuous and Co-Creational it is * How to Analyse the VUCA Factors and Address them in a Digital and IT Strategy * Organisation?s Position in a Particular Market or Industry * Digital Positioning Tool to Determine Appropriate Position for a Digital Organization 5 - EXPLAIN AND COMPARE THREE LEVELS OF DIGITAL DISRUPTION * Ecosystem * Industry/Market * Organisational * Influenced factors * Achieving Customer/Market Relevance * Achieving Operational Excellence * Internal and External Focus * Balanced Approach 6 - STRATEGIC APPROACHES BY DIGITAL AND IT TO ACHIEVE CUSTOMER/MARKET RELEVANCE AND OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE * How to Apply Approaches to Achieve Customer/Market Relevance * Customer Journeys * Omnichannel Delivery and Support * Context-Sensitive Delivery and Support * Customer Analytics * Customer Feedback and 360ø Approaches * How to Achieve Operational Excellence in the Four Dimensions of Service Management * Understand the Financial Aspects of Digital and IT Strategy in Terms of the Following * Financial Policies * Portfolio Optimization * Funding Projects, Products and Services * Balancing Cost of Innovation and Operation * Charging Models * Assess Strategic Approaches for Digital Organizations 7 - RISKS AND OPPORTUNITIES OF DIGITAL AND IT STRATEGY * Concept of Risk Management in the Context of a Digital Organisation * Context of Digital and IT Strategy * Identify Risk * Assess Risk * Concept of Risk Posture and Show How to Determine an Acceptable Balance Between Opportunity and Risk * Explain the Concept of Innovation, Including its Key Elements and Techniques * Apply Techniques to Develop and Maintain a Culture of Innovation 8 - STEPS AND TECHNIQUES INVOLVED IN DEFINING AND ADVOCATING FOR DIGITAL AND IT STRATEGY * How to Use Digital Readiness Assessment to Perform Gap Analysis Between an Organisation?s Current and Desired Positions Approaches for Scraping Data from Dynamic Websites * How to Define and Communicate a Vision and a Strategy * How to Use Business Cases to Advocate for a Digital and IT Strategy 9 - IMPLEMENTATION OF A DIGITAL AND IT STRATEGY * How to Define Operating Models for Digital Organisations * Major Skills Required of Leaders in Digital Organisation * Apply Approaches to Strategy Coordination and Implementation: * Large-Scale Transformation * Incremental Transformation * Mergers and Acquisitions * Individual Changes * Approaches to POMs (Parallel Operating Models) * How to Assess Success of a Digital and IT Strategy * Typical Activities of a Digital Transformation Programme

COURSE INFORMATION In today's evolving landscape, pharmacovigilance (PV) systems face ongoing challenges due to global, national, and company-specific events. This course focuses on developing personnel equipped to navigate these complexities and improve the safe use of medicinal products. We emphasise continuous global thinking, communication, and strategic planning, ensuring adaptability across various levels. The course explores maintaining PV system functionality while adhering to regulatory requirements. Participants will apply European regulatory standards to enhance and sustain PV system effectiveness, contributing to improvement initiatives and ensuring operational integrity. The course covers PV system intricacies, regulatory compliance, and a 'systems approach' for auditors, quality assurance personnel, and PV practitioners. Through presentations and workshops, attendees gain insights into implementing and maintaining an effective PV system. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? * Auditors * Pharmacovigilance Quality System Managers * Pharmacovigilance scientists * The QPPV. COURSE BENEFITS Throughout the course delegates will explore application of the legal requirements for the PV system and quality system and how to assure these systems. They will demonstrate their ability to contribute to: * A systematic investigation of the pharmacovigilance system and its quality system * Examination of how the pharmacovigilance system and quality system interact to achieve compliance. * The risk-based approach to auditing the PV system and quality system * The maintenance of 'inspection readiness' * Explore how to investigate the complex PV system * Discussions about how to monitor and maintain the PV system and assure compliance. COURSE OBJECTIVES CLARIFY WHAT HAS TO BE DONE: * Explore application of the legal requirements. EXPLORE HOW TO DO WHAT HAS TO BE DONE: * Adopt a systemic approach to systematically investigate or implement and maintain the PV system and quality system * Examine how a compliant PV system and a compliant quality system interact to achieve compliance with regulatory requirements for PV * Explore how to investigate the complexity of the PV system. DISCUS HOW TO IDENTIFY WHAT IS MISSING OR WHAT NEEDS TO BE IMPROVED: * Discuss how to monitor and maintain the PV system and assure compliance. THIS COURSE WILL ASSIST DELEGATES WITH: * An understanding of key system principles, * A practical approach to implementing, maintaining and monitoring the PV system and its quality system * A procedure to share expertise to increase efficiency and confidence. THIS COURSE IS STRUCTURED TO ENCOURAGE DELEGATES TO: * Discuss and develop ideas -  Share knowledge and experiences -  Solve specific problems.  BY THE END OF THE COURSE DELEGATES WILL BE ABLE TO: * Understand better the pharmacovigilance system, its quality system and how the components interact to achieve the objectives of pharmacovigilance * Investigate, and analyse the pharmacovigilance system and to identify what is missing and what needs to be improved. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TUTORS Tutors will be comprised of (click the photos for biographies): JANA HYANKOVA Head of PV Department, IVIGEE Services a.s. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PROGRAMME Please note timings may be subject to alteration. DAY 1 08:30 WELCOME, REGISTRATION, COURSE OBJECTIVES AND INTRODUCTION TO WORK GROUPS Housekeeping notices, meet other delegates, explore how to work in your work group, course objectives. Clarify the definition and objectives of Pharmacovigilance. 09:30 THE REGULATORY FRAMEWORK FOR PHARMACOVIGILANCE Identify the relevant regulations and directives. Explore GVP guidance, structure of the modules and standard format of each module. 10:00 THE PHARMACOVIGILANCE SYSTEM Exploration of how to organise what has to be done, communications. Exploration of the structures and processes for pharmacovigilance. 10:30 BREAK 11:00 WORKSHOP 1 AND FEEDBACK Exploring an organisational model of the pharmaceutical company- cooperation between PV and other stakeholders. 12:00 THE QUALITY SYSTEM FOR PHARMACOVIGILANCE Exploration of the structures, processes for the PV quality system and discussion of how it interacts with the pharmacovigilance system to meet the objectives of pharmacovigilance effectively and efficiently. 13:00 LUNCH 14:00 WORKSHOP 2 AND FEEDBACK The quality system puzzle. Explore the organisation of the PV quality system and how it interacts with the PV system. 14:30 THE QUALITY SYSTEM FOR PHARMACOVIGILANCE Exploration of the structures processes for the PV quality system and discussion of how it interacts with the pharmacovigilance system to meet the objectives of pharmacovigilance effectively and efficiently. 15:00 DESCRIPTION OF PV SYSTEM 15:30 BREAK 15:30 WORKSHOP 3 AND FEEDBACK The quality system puzzle Explore the organisation of the PV quality system and how it interacts with the PV system. 16:00 THE PHARMACOVIGILANCE SAFETY MASTER FILE Construction of the Pharmacovigilance System Master File and its purpose. 17:00 WORKSHOP 3 AND FEEDBACK Description of PV System. 18:00 END OF DAY DAY 2 08:30 DRUG SAFETY IN THE CLINICAL TRIAL ENVIRONMENT - PART 1 Information flow and responsibilities of the sponsor. 09:30 WORKSHOP 4 AND FEEDBACK Drug Safety in the Clinical Trial environment: Information flow and responsibilities of the sponsor. 10:30 BREAK 11:00 DRUG SAFETY IN THE CLINICAL TRIAL ENVIRONMENT - PART 2 Information flow and responsibilities of the sponsor. 12:00 LUNCH 13:00 WORKSHOP 5 AND FEEDBACK Drug Safety in the clinical trial environment: Information flow and responsibilities of the sponsor. 13:30 PROCESSING OF SAFETY DATA Exploration of safety data processing, verification, validation, follow up, formatting and collation, reporting requirements, quality and data management. 15:00 BREAK 15:30 EUDRAVIGILANCE Exploration of how EudraVigilance supports the PV system. 16:15 SIGNAL DETECTION AND EVALUATION/RISK BENEFIT ASSESSMENT: PHARMACOVIGILANCE RISK ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE (PRAC): What is a signal? What are the regulatory requirements? How is signal detection and evaluation conducted? Qualitative and quantitative methods of signal detection. Risk benefit assessment. 17:00 RISK MANAGEMENT PLANS A cornerstone of Pharmacovigilance safety communications, direct healthcare professional communication 18:00 END OF DAY DAY 3 08:30 THE PHARMACOVIGILANCE RISK ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE (PRAC) Exploration of how good practice is achieved. Composition, role and responsibilities. Examples of referrals. 09:15 DEVELOPMENT SAFETY UPDATE REPORTS (DSURS): Regulatory requirements, exploring good practice, report format, reference safety information, schedule of submission, analysis evaluations and distribution. 10:00 PERIODIC SAFETY UPDATE REPORTS (PSURS)/PERIODIC BENEFIT RISK EVALUATION REPORTS (PBRERS) Regulatory requirements, exploring good practice, report format, reference safety information, schedule of submission, analysis evaluations and distribution. 10:30 BREAK 11:00 PERIODIC SAFETY UPDATE REPORTS (PSURS)/PERIODIC BENEFIT RISK EVALUATION REPORTS (PBRERS) Regulatory requirements, exploring good practice, report format, reference safety information, schedule of submission, analysis evaluations and distribution. 12:00 WORKSHOP 6 AND FEEDBACK To explore the compilation and submission of the PSUR. 13:00 LUNCH 13:30 ROLE OF THE QPPV Exploration of the legal responsibilities of the QPPV and the MAH. 14:30 BREAK 15:00 WORKSHOP 7 AND FEEDBACK To explore the challenges faced by the QPPV. 15:30 END OF COURSE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- EXTRA INFORMATION Face-to-Face Course COURSE MATERIAL This course will be run completely online. You will receive an email with a link to our online system, which will house your licensed course materials and access to the remote event. Please note this course will run in UK timezone. THE ADVANTAGES OF THIS INCLUDE: * Ability for delegates to keep material on a mobile device< * Ability to review material at any time pre and post course * Environmental benefits – less paper being used per course Access to an online course group to enhance networking You will need a stable internet connection, a microphone and a webcam. CPD POINTS 23 Points   DEVELOPMENT LEVEL Develop

This 2 day course is ideal for Team Leaders and Managers who have had little or no training in the role where they have to lead a team and take on management responsibilities. It will give them confidence and the skills to take decisions and get the best performance from their team. The most popular of our management training courses, the First Line Management course is specifically for people who are new to a management position or who are about to undertake a management position and have had no formal management training. Anyone who is new to a management or supervisory position will benefit from this course. Run over two days, the syllabus of the First Line Management course will cover a wide range of topics to give new or inexperienced managers a firm understanding of the foundations needed to begin their journey as a manager. It includes units on effective communication, managing your team, managing yourself, delegating, setting objectives, effective planning and personal development. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE SYLLABUS MODULE ONE ROLE ASSESSMENT AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING * Understanding roles and responsibilities * Outline framework of management * Taking the step into management * Identifying personal development needs and planning MODULE TWO EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION SKILLS * Communicating to be effective - how and what to communicate * Designing effective questioning techniques and listening actively * Non-verbal communication * Dealing with, and responding to, differing communication styles MODULE THREE MANAGING YOURSELF * Use of planning tools and techniques * Dealing with time stealers and interruptions * Learn how to delegate effectively MODULE FOUR MANAGING YOUR TEAM * Understanding different management styles and how to use them * Recognising performance management * Setting expectations and clearly defining roles and responsibilities * Pinpointing performance and motivating your team/individuals * Learning the management actions required to maintain team effectiveness * Team dynamics and looking at individual behaviour within teams -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FIRST LINE MANAGEMENT COURSE Management is the efficient, effective and economic use of resources to achieve results with and through the efforts of other people. Leadership – a definition Inspiring others to follow your lead by creating a compelling vision of the future, whereby targets are not merely achieved, but are surpassed . Leadership – a definition Inspiring others to follow your lead by creating a compelling vision of the future, whereby targets are not merely achieved, but are surpassed . The Role of the First Line Manager as ‘Leader'. First Line Managers have Leadership responsibilities – this is often the biggest challenge for Team Leaders and Supervisors who have to adapt from performing a task to motivating a team. At the beginning of the 21st century, the most powerful sources of growth, employment and wealth creation are found in innovation-driven industries. As a result, organisational leaders face a whole new set of challenges. They have to change and will increasingly need to rely on the knowledge, skills, experience and judgement of all their people. Organisational leaders will need to place less emphasis on traditional structures and control, and concentrate on five key priorities: . Five Key Priorities . * using strategic vision to motivate and inspire * empowering employees at all levels * accumulating and sharing internal knowledge * gathering and integrating external information * challenging the status quo and enabling creativity Using Strategic Vision. Effective leaders will develop a strategic vision that is clear and compelling, and communicate it in a way that gives a real sense of purpose and direction. A powerful vision is clear about direction and objectives, proactive in its approach, but allows room for flexibility about the means of achievement. A powerful vision is important because it is one way of linking the present to a desirable future. The role of strategic planning is then to map out a path to achieve that vision. However, visionary thinking should not be the exclusive province of the organisation's top executives. Successful leaders will encourage participation in the formulation of a strategic vision that offers different perspectives and encourages commitment. It is also important to empower employees with the responsibility and authority to implement the vision. . Empowering Employees. Some people have proposed the view that the great leader is a great servant [2]. Certainly, many organisations believe that an environment based on trust will produce better results than one of rules, regulation and hierarchy. This means that leaders will increasingly have to respond to their employees' needs and take on some unaccustomed roles, such as coach, teacher, information provider, facilitator, listener or supporter. But for empowerment to work, organisations will have to share information and knowledge far more than they have done in the past. This will certainly include First Line Managers . Challenging the status quo and enabling creativity. There are a number of ways in which effective First Line Managers can challenge the status quo and enable creativity: . Facilitate ‘constructive dissent', i.e. encourage people to question openly a manager's perspective without fear of retaliation. An interesting example of this is at Motorola, where employees can file a ‘minority report' and lodge a different point of view to their immediate First Line Manager on a business issue.Foster a culture that encourages risk-taking.Create a sense of urgency by producing a compelling picture of the risks of not changing. To summarise, successful First Line Managers will be those that are proactive both in facilitating organisational learning and encouraging positive adaptation to external changes. . A 2 day First Line Manager Course will accelerate the process for Team Leaders and Supervisors to reach a high level of competence and confidence in the Leadership role they have . -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SAMPLE EXERCISES Our range of bespoke First Line Manager modules works wonders! The course outlines may look as you'd expect - but the content, approach and effect is very much greater than expectations. We have a very large library of innovative exercises that are highly effective in capturing and embedding the learning points in a practical way. Following each exercise - that may be aligned to a 'Financial Theme' - they are debriefed fully and related to how the learning can to be applied back in the work-place. They are also really great fun!! Here are some template modules and sample exercises designed to embed the learning in a motivational and memorable way:- SAMPLE 'ICE-BREAKER' EXERCISE - NUMBER CRUNCH The team must be effectively led and motivated to work as one to reach their objective of visiting each location in a short period of time. Debrief - Leadership and co-ordination, strategy and planning, adapting approach, decision making & control SAMPLE EXERCISE - THROUGH THE HOOP Taking the full team through the 'hoop' within the 'stretching' time limit is likely to exceed the group's own self-limitations. TIME MANAGEMENT SAMPLE EXERCISE - CONES This task requires the team to take a numbered tower of 5 cones from point 'A' to 'B' in a specific order; this will have to meet the criteria outlined in the brief. The option of 'C' is vital to achieve the results. Debrief: * Stepping back for overview * Planning disciplines * Time-budgeting * Skills audit for delegation HANDLING CONFLICT SAMPLE EXERCISE - CAVE RESCUE * Requires that the group make some difficult choices and then hold a press conference to justify their decisions while under scrutiny and criticism. This also displayed some required leadership learning; notably that a unified leadership team is crucial to gain commitment and confidence and also how vital it is to plan for any communication that will involve some sort of conflict. * Handling Conflict and maintaining control in a professional manner are key debriefing points from this exercise. COMMUNICATION, NEGOTIATION & INFLUENCE SAMPLE EXERCISE - RED & WHITE There is a specific time managed agenda and itinerary, which puts the group under pressure. The key challenge is for the sub-groups to maximise the commercial value from the task, however there is always a great danger that the individuals attempt to gain financial progress at the expense of the other group! Debriefing Points: * Engaging the other group to 'buy-in' to collaboration * Commercial consequences when collaboration is lacking or difficult * Effective communication and influence across barriers GLOBAL THINKING & BUSINESS MIND-SET SAMPLE EXERCISE - DRAGON'S DEN The delegation is split into 2 -3 groups - each with a specific product or service to win the Dragons' investment. (A specialised Toy; A unique Team Building Training programme; An eBook Library; An innovative soft-ware package for the Retail Industry Sector. 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. Debrief: * Global business potential * Supply Chain appreciation * Commercial framework PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SAMPLE EXERCISE - JUGGLING The group will be asked to set their own team target of how many 'issues' (balls) they can manage at one time. This involves devising a sequence between the group to achieve maximum results without making any mistakes. We introduce different balls which represent different degrees of complexity, challenging the group's preparation and approach to a variety 'team members' needs. Debrief: * How to maintain focus when pressure is applied * Ensuring effective communication * Clarifying the approach for dealing with the unexpected * Setting expectations and reviewing delivery * Treating every team member as an individual PRIORITISATION & ORGANISATION SAMPLE EXERCISE - LABYRINTH This activity requires the group to solve a number of tasks through verbal communication only, but they will be forbidden to write any information down or make any gestures using their hands. They will each be provided with a great deal of different pieces of data that has to be assimilated within an increasingly pressurised time-scale. The material also contains distracting and misleading 'red-herrings'. The task requires delegates to keep focussed on the 'critical path' and be very organised in order to meet the dead-line. Debrief: * Rigour of planning - SMART * Prioritising through ambiguity * Time budgeting * Assigning roles & responsibilities to break down volume of material * The value of keeping accurate records -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- IN-HOUSE & CLASSROOM COURSES AVAILABLE ONLINE We have developed an alternative to traditional face-to-face training that continues to provide a full learning experience, and allows delegates to learn effectively whilst self-isolating from home. This is how it looks: Delegates booked on Classroom and In-House courses will continue to have access to their trainer online throughout the days that the course is booked to run. Prior to a delegate's course start date, they will be enrolled on our e-learning platform (in partnership with BCF Group [https://www.thebcfgroup.co.uk/management-training/first-line-manager-course.php]) for the course they are booked on to. They will also be given contact information for their trainer, and details of how to access the online workshops. Delegates will not require any special IT equipment. A desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or a mobile phone with internet and audio capability is all that is required. Delegates taking ILM Qualifications will then proceed to the book review, video review and work based assignments with 12 months tutor support as appropriate, and in line with our previous arrangements. We hope you agree that this blended learning experience represents the safest way to continue supporting our clients and delegates during the Coronavirus disruption. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- IN-HOUSE COURSES This is our own management training course which has been developed and refined over the many years we have been providing it to delegates from organisations in virtually every industry. This means that the course syllabus is flexible and can be tailored to the specific requirements of a new first line manager or managers, making it ideal for companies or organisations who require an in-house first line management training course which is attended by a number of current or potential managers. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SCHEDULED COURSES A one day version of this First Line Management course is available as an Open Course delivered at our partner, the BCF's Training suites in Nottingham and Reading from the following scheduled dates... CLASSROOM COURSE - NOTTINGHAM (NG12 4DG) Classroom training courses enable you to benefit from having the tutor and other delegates right there in the room with you. Face-to-face training sessions are one of the best ways to learn, as it is easy to ask questions and have group discussions. Cost: £595 + vat * 16 October 2023 * 09 January 2024 * 11 March 2024 CLASSROOM COURSE - READING (RG41 5QS) Classroom training courses enable you to benefit from having the tutor and other delegates right there in the room with you. Face-to-face training sessions are one of the best ways to learn, as it is easy to ask questions and have group discussions. Cost: £595 + vat * 07 December 2023 * 15 February 2024 * 14 May 2024 ZOOM™ COURSE Attending a course via Zoom videoconferencing gives you all of the benefits of classroom training without the need to leave your home or office. You still benefit from a real tutor facilitating the programme, and the content is exactly the same. Cost: £495 + vat * 11 September 2023 * 04 December 2023 * 13 March 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DICKSON TRAINING LTD Founded in 1985 in Yorkshire, we have built an impressive and loyal client base. Our partnerships are built by consistently delivering outstanding development solutions and working in close collaboration with our clients, resulting in us becoming a leading UK and international training provider.

Any member of administration can only work effectively if they condition themselves to operate in an orderly and prepared fashion. By taking this course, you'll become aware of how to tidy your work area and prioritise your tasks. As you're taught how to schedule your time efficiently, make to-do lists, and fight procrastination, you'll find yourself becoming a naturally organised person and able to multitask efficiently without making mistakes or having to repeat tasks and becoming an invaluable administrator.  LEARNING OUTCOMES * Learn how to organise your work life and also your personal life * Develop your organisational skills in a structured manner * Overcome your habitual procrastination * Benefit from scheduling your workflow    * Maintain an efficient and tidy work area * Prioritise your tasks accordingly * Perform excellent time management * Create to-do lists and update check lists * Multitask without dropping standards or quality WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? * Earn a digital Certificate upon successful completion. * Accessible, informative modules taught by expert instructors * Study in your own time, at your own pace, through your computer tablet or mobile device * Benefit from instant feedback through mock exams and multiple-choice assessments * Get 24/7 help or advice from our email and live chat teams * Full Tutor Support on Weekdays COURSE DESIGN The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace. You are taught through a combination of * Online study materials * Mock exams * Multiple-choice assessment CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme Once the course has been completed and the assessment has been passed, all students are entitled to receive an endorsed certificate. This will provide proof that you have completed your training objectives, and each endorsed certificate can be ordered and delivered to your address for only £119.00. Please note that overseas students may be charged an additional £10 for postage. CPD Certificate of Achievement from Janets Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to obtain your course completion e-certificate. Print copy by post is also available at an additional cost of £9.99 and PDF Certificate at £4.99. ENDORSEMENT This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website. Method of Assessment In order to ensure the Quality Licensing scheme endorsed and CPD acknowledged certificate, learners need to score at least 60% pass marks on the assessment process. After submitting assignments, our expert tutors will evaluate the assignments and give feedback based on the performance. After passing the assessment, one can apply for a certificate. Who is this Course for?  As organising comes in handy in every sphere of life, anybody can benefit from this course. This course is a one-stop solution for anyone looking to improve their organisational skills to enhance their expert life.  CAREER PATH The course is suitable for those in the roles of; * Executive Personal Assistant * Secretary * Administrator * Receptionist * Entrepreneur * Executive/ Associate/ Manager of any department of an office * Personal/ Business Assistant REQUIREMENTS This Organisational Skills Course is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. COURSE CONTENT Organisational Skills Module One - Getting Started 00:30:00 Module Two - Remove the Clutter 01:00:00 Module Three - Prioritize 01:00:00 Module Four - Scheduling Your Time 01:00:00 Module Five - To Do Lists 01:00:00 Module Six - Paper and Paperless Storage 01:00:00 Module Seven - Organization in Your Work Area 01:00:00 Module Eight - Tools to Fight Procrastination 01:00:00 Module Nine - Organizing Your Inbox 01:00:00 Module Ten - Avoid the Causes of Disorganization 01:00:00 Module Eleven - Discipline is the Key to Stay Organized 01:00:00 Module Twelve - Wrapping Up 00:30:00 Assignment Assignment - Organisational Skills 3 weeks, 3 days Order Your Certificate Order your Certificate QLS 00:00:00 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Are there any prerequisites for taking the course? There are no specific prerequisites for this course, nor are there any formal entry requirements. All you need is an internet connection, a good understanding of English and a passion for learning for this course. Can I access the course at any time, or is there a set schedule? You have the flexibility to access the course at any time that suits your schedule. Our courses are self-paced, allowing you to study at your own pace and convenience. How long will I have access to the course? For this course, you will have access to the course materials for 1 year only. This means you can review the content as often as you like within the year, even after you've completed the course. However, if you buy Lifetime Access for the course, you will be able to access the course for a lifetime. Is there a certificate of completion provided after completing the course? Yes, upon successfully completing the course, you will receive a certificate of completion. This certificate can be a valuable addition to your professional portfolio and can be shared on your various social networks. Can I switch courses or get a refund if I'm not satisfied with the course? We want you to have a positive learning experience. If you're not satisfied with the course, you can request a course transfer or refund within 14 days of the initial purchase. How do I track my progress in the course? Our platform provides tracking tools and progress indicators for each course. You can monitor your progress, completed lessons, and assessments through your learner dashboard for the course. What if I have technical issues or difficulties with the course? If you encounter technical issues or content-related difficulties with the course, our support team is available to assist you. You can reach out to them for prompt resolution.

Follow your dreams by enrolling on the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course today and develop the experience, skills and knowledge you need to enhance your professional development. Receptionist and Organisational Skills will help you arm yourself with the qualities you need to work towards your dream job. Study the Receptionist and Organisational Skills training course online with Janets through our online learning platform and take the first steps towards a successful long-term career. The Receptionist and Organisational Skills course will allow you to enhance your CV, impress potential employers, and stand out from the crowd. This Receptionist and Organisational Skills course consists of a number of easy to digest, in-depth modules, designed to provide you with a detailed, expert level of knowledge. Study the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course through a mixture of instructional video lessons and online study materials. Receive online tutor support as you study the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course, to ensure you are supported every step of the way. Get a digital certificate as proof of your Receptionist and Organisational Skills course completion. Janets is one of the top online training course providers in the UK, and we want to make education accessible to everyone! Learn the essential skills you need to succeed and build a better future for yourself with the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course. The Receptionist and Organisational Skills course is designed by industry experts and is tailored to help you learn new skills with ease.  The Receptionist and Organisational Skills is incredibly great value and allows you to study at your own pace. With full course access for one year, you can complete the Receptionist and Organisational Skills when it suits you. Access the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course modules from any internet-enabled device, including computers, tablets, and smartphones. The Receptionist and Organisational Skills course is designed to increase your employability and equip you with everything you need to be a success. Enrol on the Receptionist and Organisational Skills now and start learning instantly! What You Get Out Of Studying Receptionist and Organisational Skills With Janets: * Receive a digital Certificate upon successful completion of the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course * Get taught by experienced, professional instructors * Study at a time and pace that suits your learning style * Get instant feedback on assessments  * 24/7 help and advice via email or live chat * Get full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday) Description The Receptionist and Organisational Skills training course is delivered through Janets' online learning platform. Access the Receptionist and Organisational Skills content from any internet-enabled device whenever or wherever you want to. The Receptionist and Organisational Skills course has no formal teaching deadlines, meaning you are free to complete the course at your own pace. Method of Assessment  To successfully complete the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course, students will have to take an automated multiple-choice exam. This exam will be online and you will need to score 60% or above to pass the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course. After successfully passing the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course exam, you will be able to apply for a CPD-accredited certificate as proof of your Receptionist and Organisational Skills qualification. Certification All students who successfully complete the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course can instantly download their digital certificate. You can also purchase a hard copy of the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course certificate, which will be delivered by post for £9.99. Who Is This Course For: The Receptionist and Organisational Skills is ideal for those who already work in this sector or are an aspiring professional. This Receptionist and Organisational Skills course is designed to enhance your expertise and boost your CV. Learn key skills and gain a professional qualification to prove your newly-acquired knowledge. Requirements: The Receptionist and Organisational Skills is open to all students and has no formal entry requirements. To study the Receptionist and Organisational Skills course, all your need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of English, numeracy, and IT skills. You must also be over the age of 16. Career Path: The Receptionist and Organisational Skills is ideal for anyone who wants to pursue their dream career in a relevant industry. Learn the skills you need to boost your CV and go after the job you want. Complete the Receptionist and Organisational Skills and gain an industry-recognised qualification that will help you excel in finding your ideal job. COURSE CONTENT Module 1: Introduction to Reception and Receptionist Introduction to Reception and Receptionist 00:26:00 Module 2: Business Telephone Skills Business Telephone Skills 00:19:00 Module 3: Representing Your Boss and Company Representing Your Boss and Company 00:34:00 Module 4: Mail Services and Shipping Mail Services and Shipping 00:25:00 Module 5: Travel Arrangements Travel Arrangements 00:24:00 Module 6: Organising Meeting and Conferences Organising Meeting and Conferences 00:24:00 Module 7: Time Management Time Management 00:35:00 Module 8: Record Keeping and Filing Systems Record Keeping and Filing Systems 00:28:00 Module 9: Business Writing Skills Business Writing Skills 00:40:00 Module 10 :Organisational Skills Organisational Skills 00:25:00 Module 11: Communication Skills Communication Skills 00:25:00 Module 12: Customer Service Customer Service 00:16:00 Module 13: Effective Planning and Scheduling Effective Planning and Scheduling 00:46:00 Module 14: Invoicing/Petty Cash Invoicing/Petty Cash 00:27:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam - Receptionist and Organisational Skills 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam - Receptionist and Organisational Skills 00:20:00 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Are there any prerequisites for taking the course? There are no specific prerequisites for this course, nor are there any formal entry requirements. All you need is an internet connection, a good understanding of English and a passion for learning for this course. Can I access the course at any time, or is there a set schedule? You have the flexibility to access the course at any time that suits your schedule. Our courses are self-paced, allowing you to study at your own pace and convenience. How long will I have access to the course? For this course, you will have access to the course materials for 1 year only. This means you can review the content as often as you like within the year, even after you've completed the course. However, if you buy Lifetime Access for the course, you will be able to access the course for a lifetime. Is there a certificate of completion provided after completing the course? Yes, upon successfully completing the course, you will receive a certificate of completion. This certificate can be a valuable addition to your professional portfolio and can be shared on your various social networks. Can I switch courses or get a refund if I'm not satisfied with the course? We want you to have a positive learning experience. If you're not satisfied with the course, you can request a course transfer or refund within 14 days of the initial purchase. How do I track my progress in the course? Our platform provides tracking tools and progress indicators for each course. You can monitor your progress, completed lessons, and assessments through your learner dashboard for the course. What if I have technical issues or difficulties with the course? If you encounter technical issues or content-related difficulties with the course, our support team is available to assist you. You can reach out to them for prompt resolution.

ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS FOR ADMINISTRATORS Organisational skills are something that successful business owners share. The ability to organise work and resources is key to running a successful business. Today's competitive business environment calls for strong organisational skills. A small business succeeds when deadlines and appointments are kept and met, without any wastage of time. Managers use organisational skills to steer their companies forward. Time management, scheduling, task prioritisation and planning are critical aspects of an administrator's organisational skills. Just like receptionists and secretaries, administrators are often associated with greeting guests at the office and answering phone calls. However, they are the core of businesses. They enable each member of the business team to get their jobs done. They communicate on behalf of executives, organise schedules, develop and maintain contact lists and offer support, among other roles. They are integral to business teams and, thus, must possess the right skill set to get their jobs done. This course covers various facets of an administrator's organisational skills. YOU WILL LEARN: * The definition of organisational skills and what they entail * The benefits of organisational skills * Over 10 organisational skills for administrators and what they involve BENEFITS OF TAKING THIS COURSE: Taking this course will help you: * Understand organisational skills and their role in business settings * Determine the organisational skills that you possess * Learn how to develop and improve your organisational skills * Learn the benefits of possessing organisational skills * Learn how organisational skills benefit both the administrator and the company or employer * Determine if you have got what it takes to become an administrator * Identify the skills to work on as an administrator * Determine the skills to include in your CV, as an administrator who is looking for better job opportunities