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So often training departments are either deemed as ineffective or their effectiveness is completely unknown because of lack of measurement. Training isn’t as simple to measure as other functions such as sales where leads and bottom line sales can easily determine the success of a strategy. Continue reading »

Microsoft have reinvented their Microsoft Certification Program by building clouse-related skills validation into what some would say is the industry’s most recognised certification program.

The below information should give you an full picture of what the changes are and what they mean to IT professionals.    If you want to know more about what impact this will have personally or for your organisation’s learning needs then we are happy to help so please call 0845 519 7305 or email us training@searchacourse.com Continue reading »

VMware training is a very extensive subject with plenty of modules, learning paths and accreditations to choose from. Therefore we have decided to create a handy guide in order to show you what exactly it consists of what training is right for you.

VMware can be learnt using a number of methods for whatever suits you best and depending whether you are an individual or an organisation.   A choice of e-Learning, Instructor Led and blended courses are usually available meaning you can choose the VMware training method which suits your preferred learning style and your budget requirements. Continue reading »

M50331 Windows 7 Boot Camp Training Course

ISEB/BCS Business Analysis Practice Training Course

3 Day Business Analysis Practice

If you are looking to obtain the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis we can provide Passports Packages saving you money.  Contact our service team with your requirements by calling 0845 519 7305 or email training@searchacourse.com. Continue reading »

Learndirect recently released a report called Learning through technology:  inspiring workplace success. The full report can be found here and is worth reading. However if you do not have the time, below is a summary of the report that you can read in a smaller amount of time. Continue reading »

The week 18-24 May 2013 is the annual Adult Learners’ Week with the 23^rd May being National Learning at Work Day. This week is a fantastic opportunity for people to celebrate and promote the idea of lifelong learning – one of our key values. Continue reading »

However rewarding it can be to lead a team, there will always be one difficulty: what worked yesterday might not work today, or ever again.

If one of the definitions of leadership is “to achieve a common goal by enlisting other people” you can immediately see how you need to continuously revisit your practice, as people change.

Your team members will be affected by changes in your organisation, in your industry and the world around them. Their aspirations might change, their personal lives might change, even their relationship with you can change.

That is why those in leadership and management positions (and those aspiring to them) need to revisit their practice continuously. And the easiest way to do this, is by taking time to reflect. Continue reading »

Bersin by Deloitte recently released an extensive report on the learning and development industry called ‘The UK Learning Factbook 2013’. The report looks extensively at everything from budgets to learning delivery and is good indication of the current state of the market. Below is a summary of findings; the full report is available to Bersin by Deloitte members or for purchase here. Continue reading »

Aberdeen Group have recently published a report called Learning and Performance: Developing for Business Results. It is a very interesting report based on Learning and Development departments and what makes them successful. The full report can be found here but below is our summary of the report. Continue reading »