ITIL : methods based on the new Programme Management method called ìManaging….
Programme Management Achieving Critical Business Change through Programme Management! How to successfully manage a Programme Programme Management is a comparatively new technique, the definition of which is: the co-ordinated management of a portfolio of projects to achieve a set of business objectives (OGC).
In a Programme Management Organisation, the projects are usually aimed at bringing about internal changes to benefit the business as a whole.
The authors will provide you with the key elements that are required to understand and manage programmes effectively.
An integrated framework to support Programme Management will be presented, leading to a better understanding of what is required in practice to ìget things doneî.
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methods – based on the new Programme Management method called ìManaging Successful Programmes (MSP)î, of OGC (OGC also developed ITIL and PRINCE).
The course offers you ideas, concepts, tools and remedies leading to a more successful programme implementation.
Register today! Do not miss this unique opportunity to check all about the key factors associated with directing and controlling successful programmes and register today! Course description LESSON 1 Introduction * History * The Methodology ìManaging Successful Programmesî * Definition multi-project and Programme Management * General structure of a programme LESSON 2
ITIL : methods based on the new Programme Management method called Managing….
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Distance Learning Course PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT Achieving Critical Business Change through Programme Management! How to manage a Programme successfully Programme Management is a comparatively new technique, which can be defined as: the coordinated management of a portfolio of projects in order to achieve a set of business objectives (OGC).
The course, consisting of 9 lessons, is a.o.
methods based on the new Programme Management method called “Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)” of OGC (OGC also developed ITIL and PRINCE).
Course details This topical course on Programme Management consists of nine lessons, each of which will require approximately four to six hours of self study.
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Thereafter, you will receive a new lesson every two weeks.
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About the authors The authors have experienced the responsibility of making business changes occur by means of Programme Management.
They will explain their case studies, practices and techniques, as well as the classical pitfalls and critical success factors in Programme Management.
The authors are all leading experts in this field.
Target groups x Senior managers who are considering implementing a Programme Management approach x Newly appointed Programme Managers who may have a background in managing projects, but not in a multi-project environment x Business change managers, who require an understanding of the interface between benefit management and Programme Management x Project managers who are managing projects as part of a larger programme x Functional department managers whose staff may be seconded to programme work x Functional staff and project team members who would benefit from a better understanding of the programme environment Costs The fee for the distance learning course on Programme Management amounts to USD 2,430.00 (exclusive of sales tax) per participant.
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There is an increasing need to manage security in the cloud and IT professionals who support small- and medium-sized businesses need to continue to expand their skillsets to stay relevant.
Cloud computing pioneer and The Art of Service CEO Ivanka Menken
San Jose, Calif. (PRWEB) November 14, 2011
There is an increasing need to manage security in the cloud and IT professionals who support small- and medium-sized businesses need to continue to expand their skillsets to stay relevant.
Because cloud computing strategies can improve capital utilization and reduce IT labor costs, more businesses are moving into the cloud, according to cloud computing pioneer and The Art of Service CEO Ivanka Menken.
The Art of Service, a premier global IT education company, has expanded its cloud computing program to help IT professionals and businesses become knowledgeable about cloud computing and its applications in the business world.
“Companies will be in a position to grow by adapting a solid, well-informed cloud strategy,” Menken said. “IBM estimates that the cloud can cut IT labor costs 50 percent and can improve capital utilization by 75 percent, an assessment with which I agree.”
Menken said this will allow small and medium-sized businesses take advantage of the cloud computing growth. Companies seeking to reap the benefits of cloud computing will require trained and educated IT professionals to navigate and successfully deploy cloud platforms. Due to this need, The Art of Service developed the Cloud Computing Foundation Program, which is the leading certification for IT professionals seeking to become successful cloud computing managers.
Any business seeking to expand responsibly in a tough economic time must control its expenses and the exploding popularity of cloud computing offers such controls.
“One key factor is the cost of storage, as well as recovery of information,” said Menken. “Can your own in-house technology grow and expand affordably, keeping up with the ever-increasing demands of data storage? If not, the cloud is a viable solution.”
Menken encourages businesses considering cloud computing to ask:
Is the business’ own information technology enough to beat the competition?
Can IT drive revenues or increase savings to achieve desired profit margins?
Can a business access new markets through the growth and expansion of existing partnerships?
Can the company’s information technology be commoditized?
“While those are critical factors, there are many other considerations,” said Menken, adding that cloud security is always a concern with computing platforms, and that a business must determine whether or not its existing hardware can be leveraged for cloud computing, or if a hardware upgrade might be needed.
The Art of Service has a comprehensive offering of education solutions geared toward the busy IT professional. AOS instructors are experienced in classroom-style delivery, boardroom-style executive coaching, on-the-job training and online virtual support for remote students.
About The Art of Service
As a cutting-edge IT service framework company, The Art of Service is leading the way in providing high end, client-focused books, toolkits and online and classroom education programs. The company is one of the most trusted sources globally for the career-driven IT professional. For more information, visit www.theartofservice.net.
About the Founder
Ivnka Menken is the founder and CEO of The Art of Service. Menken has spearheaded the company’s Cloud Computing Certification Scheme that is becoming the industry benchmark.
