About This Course
What you will learn - Increase your Financial Literacy & Improve Business Sense
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Get BIG Savings with our Business Acumen Online Bundle, 5 Certificate Courses
- Business Acumen
- Risk Assessment and Management
- Critical Thinking
- Basic Bookkeeping
- Developing and Maintaining a Succession Plan
1. Business Acumen: Increase your Financial Literacy & Improve Business Sense
Improve your judgment and decisiveness skills. Business Acumen is all about seeing the big picture and recognizing that all decisions no matter how small can have an effect on the bottom line. Increase your financial literacy and improve business sense.
Business Acumen will give you an advantage everyone wishes they had. The Business Acumen Online Short Course will help you recognize learning events, manage risk better, and increase your critical thinking. Business Acumen has the ability to influence your whole organization, and provide that additional edge that will lead to success.
By the end of this Business Acumen Online Short Course, you will be able to:
- Know how to see the big picture
- Develop a risk management strategy
- Know how to practice financial literacy
- Develop critical thinking
- Practive management acumen
- Find key financial levers
2. Risk Assessment and Management: Knowing How To Manage Risk and Hazards are Vital in an Organization
It is not possible to control or manage 100% of risk, but knowing what do before, during, and after an event will mitigate the damage and harm. Identifying potential hazards and risks and making it part of the day to day business is important. Safety should be the first priority as every business must face the reality of risks and hazards.
Through our Risk Assessment and Management Online Short Course you will be aware of hazards and risk that you didn’t realize were around your workplace. Identifying hazards through proper procedures will provide you with the ability to prevent that accident before it occurs. Limiting and removing potential dangers through Risk Assessment will be an incredible investment.
By the end of this Risk Assessment and Management Online Short Course, you will be able to:
- Identify hazards and risks
- Update control measures
- Grasp the fundamentals of accident reports
- Identify risk management techniques
- Outline a disaster recovery plan
- Communicate to the organisation
3. Critical Thinking: Analyze and Evaluate Information to Boost Your Performance
Critical Thinking provides you with the skills to analyze and evaluate information. With these skills you are able to obtain the greatest amount of knowledge from a piece of data. It provides the best chance of making the correct decision, and minimizes damages if a mistake does occur.
Our Critical Thinking course will lead you to be a more rational and disciplined thinker. It will reduce bias which will provide a greater understanding of the environment. This course will provide you with the skills to evaluate, identify, and distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information which will provide an incredible boost in performance.
By the end of this Critical Thinking Online Short Course, you will be able to:
- Understand the components of critical thinking
- Utilize non-linear thinking
- Use logical thinking
- Recognize what it means to be a critical thinker
- Evaluate information using critical thinking skills
- Identify the benefits of critical thinking
- Revise perspective, when necessary
- Comprehend problem solving abilities
4. Basic Bookkeeping: Understand and Implement Basic Bookkeeping Principles
Whether working in someone else’s business or your own business it’s important to understand financial matters. Understanding bookkeeping basics may be the key to keeping your fiscal matters running smoothly and efficiently
The Basic Bookkeeping Online Short Course is the short and sweet answer to your problems. From accounts receivable to accounts payable, from loans to payments, this short course covers everything you’ll need to know.
More importantly, the course is essential and practical, providing an effective outline and practical tools to help you manage key financial matters.
By the end of this Basic Bookkeeping online Short Course, you will be able to:
- Understand basic accounting terminology
- Identify the differences between the cash and accrual accounting methods
- Keep track of your business by becoming familiar with accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Use a journal and general ledger to document business financials
- Utilize the balance sheet
- Identify different types of financial statements
- Uncover the reasons for and actually create a budget
- Be familiar with internal and external auditing
5. Developing and Maintaining a Succession Plan: Learn all about business succession planning today with this online course
Aimed at human resources professionals and executive leadership, Business Succession Planning will help prepare for the ongoing viability of their business operations. This course will assist you with determining key members of their organization, who is in a position to provide mentorship, strengths that the company currently possesses, and how to recover when employees choose to pursue new opportunities.
Change is a hallmark of today’s business world, especially in terms of the workforce. Succession planning can help you make the most of that change by ensuring that when someone leaves, there is someone ready to take their place.
What will you learn with our Developing and Maintaining a Succession Plan Online Course?
- Demonstrate an understanding of the value of succession planning for successful businesses.
- Demonstrate expertise with the key elements of a succession plan.
- Create and discuss aspects of a succession plan.
- Discuss the elements of a succession plan in terms of roles, responsibility, function, scope, and evaluation.
Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.
For comprehensive information on units of study click the units of study tab above.
This is an incredible opportunity to invest in yourself and your future, sharpen your training skills and learn what it takes to create your own success with Courses For Success Today!
Course Fast Facts:
- All courses are easy to follow and understand
- Only 6 to 8 hours of study is required per course
- Unlimited lifetime access to course materials
- Study as many courses as you want
- Delivered 100% on-line and accessible 24/7 from any computer or smartphone
- You can study from home or at work, at your own pace, in your own time
- Certificates
Course Delivery
Courses are accessed online via our learning management system by any device including PC, MAC, tablet or Smart Phone.
Recognition & Accreditation
The courses offered by Courses For Success are unique as they are taught in a step by step process enabling students to complete them quickly and easily, so that you can obtain your qualification sooner. All students who complete the course receive a certificate of completion. Courses For Success is committed to high completion rates and therefore 100% student satisfaction.
Units of Study
Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.
Business Acumen Bundle, 5 Courses includes the following courses, below is a summary of each course:
Course 1 - Business Acumen
Module One - Getting Started
Module Two - Seeing the Big Picture
- Short and long term interactions
- Recognize growth opportunities
- Mindfulness of decisions
- Everything is related
Module Three - KPI's (Key Performance Indicators)
- Decisiveness
- Flexible
- Strong initiative
- Being intuitive
Module Four - Risk Management Strategies
- Continuous assessment
- Internal and external factors
- Making adjustments and corrections
- Knowing when to pull the trigger or plug
Module Five - Recognizing Learning Events
- Develop a sense of always learning
- Evaluate past decisions
- Problems are learning opportunities
- Recognize your blind spots
Module Six - You Need to Know These Answers and More
- What makes my company money?
- What were sales last year?
- What is our profit margin?
- What were our costs?
Module Seven - Financial Literacy (Part 1)
- Assets
- Financial Ratios
- Liabilities
- Equity
Module Eight - Financial Literacy (Part 2)
- Income statement
- Balance sheet
- Cash flow statement
- Read, read and read
Module Nine - Business Acumen in Management
- Talent management
- Change management
- Asset management
- Organisational management
Module Ten - Critical Thinking in Business
- Ask the right questions
- Organise data
- Evalute the information
- Make the decision
Module Eleven - Key Financial Levers
- Investing in people
- Effective communication
- Process improvement
- Goal alignment
Module Twelve - Wrapping Up
Course 2 - Risk Assessment and Management
Module One - Getting Started
Module Two - Identifying Hazards and Risks
- What is a hazard?
- What is a risk?
- Consult with employees
- Likelihood scale
Module Three - Seeking Out Problems before They Happen (Part 1)
- Unique to your business
- Walk around
- Long term and short term
- Common issues
Module Four - Seeking Out Problems before They Happen (Part 2)
- Ask "What would happen if....?"
- External events
- Worst case scenarios
- Consequence scale
Module Five - Everyone's Responsibility
- See it, report it
- If it's not safe, don't do it
- Take appropriate precautions
- Communicating to the organisation
Module Six - Tracking and Updating Control Measures
- What is a Control Measure?
- Your business procedures
- Are they adequate?
- Updating and maintaining
Module Seven - Risk Management Techniques
- Reduce the risk
- Transfer the risk
- Avoid the risk
- Accept the risk
Module Eight - General Office Safety and Reporting
- Accident reports
- Accident response plans
- Emergency action plan
- Training and education
Module Nine - Business Impact Analysis
- Gather information
- Identify vulnerabilities
- Analyse information
- Implement recommendations
Module Ten - Disaster Recvoery Plan
- Make it before you need it
- Test, update and repeat
- Hot, warm and cold sites
- Keep documentation simple and clear
Module Eleven - Summary of Risk Assessment
- What are the hazards?
- Who might be harmed?
- Are current control measures sufficient?
- If not, change control measures
Module Twelve - Wrapping Up
Course 3 - Critical Thinking
Module One - Getting Started
Module Two - Components of Critical Thinking
- Applying reason
- Open Mindedness
- Analysis
- Logic
Module Three - Non-Linear Thinking
- Step out of your comfort zone
- Don't jump to conclusions
- Expect and initiate change
- Being ready to adapt
Module Four - Logical Thinking
- Ask the right questions
- Organise the data
- Evaluate the information
- Draw conclusions
Module Five - Critical Thinker (Part 1)
- Active listening
- Be curious
- Be disciplined
- Be humble
Module Six - Critical Thinking (Part 2)
- Seeing the big picture
- Objectivity
- Using your emotions
- Being self-aware
Module Seven - Evaluate the Information
- Making assumptions
- Watch out for the bias
- Ask clarifying questions
- SWOT analysis
Module Eight - Benefits of Critical Thinking
- Being more persuasive
- Better communication
- Better problem solving
- Increased emotional intelligence
Module Nine - Changing your Perspective
- Limitations of your point of view
- Considering others viewpoint
- Influences on bias
- When new information arrives
Module Ten - Problem Solving
- Identify inconsistencies
- Trust your instincts
- Asking why?
- Evaluate the solution(s)
Module Eleven - Putting it all Together
- Retaining your new skills
- Reflect and learn from mistakes
- Always ask questions
- Practicing critical thinking
Module Twelve - Wrapping Up
Course 4 - Basic Bookkeeping
Module One - Introduction
Module Two - Basic Terminology (Part 1)
- Balance Sheet
- Assets
- Liabilities
- Equity
- Income Statement
- Revenue
- Cost of Goods Sold
- Expenses
- Accounting Period
Module Three - Basic Terminology (Part 2)
- Accounts Receivable
- Accounts Payable
- Depreciation
- General Ledger
- Interest
- Inventory
- Journals
- Payroll
- Trail Balance
Module Four - Accounting Methods
- Cash Method
- Accrual Method
- Differences between Cash and Accrual
Module Five - Keeping Track of you Business
- Accounts Payable
- Account Receivable
- The Journal
- The General Ledger
- Cash Management
Module Six - Understanding the Balance Sheet
- The Accounting Equation
- Double-Entry Accounting
- Types of Assets
- Types of Liabilities
- Equity
Module Seven - Other Financial Statements
- Income Statement
- Cash Flow Statement
- Capital Statement
- Budget vs Actual
Module Eight - Payroll Accounting / Terminology
- Gross Wages
- Net Wages
- Employee Tax Withholding's
- Employer Tax Expenses
- Salary Deferrals
- Employee Payroll
- Employee Benefits
- Tracking Accrued Leave
- Government Payroll Returns / Reports
Module Nine - End of Period Procedures
- Depreciating your Assets
- Reconciling Cash
- Reconciling Investments
- Working with the Trial Balance
- Bad Debt
- Posting Adjustments and Corrections
Module Ten - Financial Planning, Budgeting and Control
- Reasons for Budgeting
- Creating a Budget
- Comparing Budget to Actual Expenses
Module Eleven - Auditing
- What is an Audit?
- When and Why would you Audit?
- Internal
- External
Module Twelve - Wrapping Up
Course 5 - Developing and Maintaining a Succession Plan
Session One: Course Overview
Session Two: A Need for Succession Planning
Session Three: Defining a Succession Plan
- Strong Leaders and a Strong Organization
- Components of the Plan
- Setting the Scope
Session Four: Pre-Assignment Review
Session Five: Identifying Resources and Analyzing Risks
- Identifying Resources
- Risk Assessment
Session Six: Defining Roles, Responsibilities, and Functions
- Individualized Engagement Plans
- Working the Plan
Session Seven: Gathering Information
Session Eight: Forecasting Needs
- Key Ingredients of a Successful Plan
- Coaching and Mentoring
Session Nine: Putting the Plan Together
- Using Appreciative Inquiry (AI)
- How to Choose the Leader
- Session Ten: Putting the Plan into Action
- Phased Implementation
- Technology
Session Eleven: Evaluating and Reviewing the Plan
- Evaluation Challenges
- Sample Evaluation
- Check Out the Checklist
Session Twelve: Your Action Plan
- Plan and Then Do
- Next Steps
- Recommended Reading List
Requirements
Entry requirements
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Computer requirements
Students will need access to a computer and the internet.
Minimum specifications for the computer are:
Windows:
Microsoft Windows XP, or laterModern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
MAC/iOS
OSX/iOS 6 or laterModern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
All systems
Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or fasterFlash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Requirements
Entry requirements:
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education:
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Device requirements:
Students will need access to a computer/any device and the internet.
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About This Course
What you will learn - Increase your Financial Literacy & Improve Business Sense
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Get BIG Savings with our Business Acumen Online Bundle, 5 Certificate Courses
- Business Acumen
- Risk Assessment and Management
- Critical Thinking
- Basic Bookkeeping
- Developing and Maintaining a Succession Plan
1. Business Acumen: Increase your Financial Literacy & Improve Business Sense
Improve your judgment and decisiveness skills. Business Acumen is all about seeing the big picture and recognizing that all decisions no matter how small can have an effect on the bottom line. Increase your financial literacy and improve business sense.
Business Acumen will give you an advantage everyone wishes they had. The Business Acumen Online Short Course will help you recognize learning events, manage risk better, and increase your critical thinking. Business Acumen has the ability to influence your whole organization, and provide that additional edge that will lead to success.
By the end of this Business Acumen Online Short Course, you will be able to:
- Know how to see the big picture
- Develop a risk management strategy
- Know how to practice financial literacy
- Develop critical thinking
- Practive management acumen
- Find key financial levers
2. Risk Assessment and Management: Knowing How To Manage Risk and Hazards are Vital in an Organization
It is not possible to control or manage 100% of risk, but knowing what do before, during, and after an event will mitigate the damage and harm. Identifying potential hazards and risks and making it part of the day to day business is important. Safety should be the first priority as every business must face the reality of risks and hazards.
Through our Risk Assessment and Management Online Short Course you will be aware of hazards and risk that you didn’t realize were around your workplace. Identifying hazards through proper procedures will provide you with the ability to prevent that accident before it occurs. Limiting and removing potential dangers through Risk Assessment will be an incredible investment.
By the end of this Risk Assessment and Management Online Short Course, you will be able to:
- Identify hazards and risks
- Update control measures
- Grasp the fundamentals of accident reports
- Identify risk management techniques
- Outline a disaster recovery plan
- Communicate to the organisation
3. Critical Thinking: Analyze and Evaluate Information to Boost Your Performance
Critical Thinking provides you with the skills to analyze and evaluate information. With these skills you are able to obtain the greatest amount of knowledge from a piece of data. It provides the best chance of making the correct decision, and minimizes damages if a mistake does occur.
Our Critical Thinking course will lead you to be a more rational and disciplined thinker. It will reduce bias which will provide a greater understanding of the environment. This course will provide you with the skills to evaluate, identify, and distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information which will provide an incredible boost in performance.
By the end of this Critical Thinking Online Short Course, you will be able to:
- Understand the components of critical thinking
- Utilize non-linear thinking
- Use logical thinking
- Recognize what it means to be a critical thinker
- Evaluate information using critical thinking skills
- Identify the benefits of critical thinking
- Revise perspective, when necessary
- Comprehend problem solving abilities
4. Basic Bookkeeping: Understand and Implement Basic Bookkeeping Principles
Whether working in someone else’s business or your own business it’s important to understand financial matters. Understanding bookkeeping basics may be the key to keeping your fiscal matters running smoothly and efficiently
The Basic Bookkeeping Online Short Course is the short and sweet answer to your problems. From accounts receivable to accounts payable, from loans to payments, this short course covers everything you’ll need to know.
More importantly, the course is essential and practical, providing an effective outline and practical tools to help you manage key financial matters.
By the end of this Basic Bookkeeping online Short Course, you will be able to:
- Understand basic accounting terminology
- Identify the differences between the cash and accrual accounting methods
- Keep track of your business by becoming familiar with accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Use a journal and general ledger to document business financials
- Utilize the balance sheet
- Identify different types of financial statements
- Uncover the reasons for and actually create a budget
- Be familiar with internal and external auditing
5. Developing and Maintaining a Succession Plan: Learn all about business succession planning today with this online course
Aimed at human resources professionals and executive leadership, Business Succession Planning will help prepare for the ongoing viability of their business operations. This course will assist you with determining key members of their organization, who is in a position to provide mentorship, strengths that the company currently possesses, and how to recover when employees choose to pursue new opportunities.
Change is a hallmark of today’s business world, especially in terms of the workforce. Succession planning can help you make the most of that change by ensuring that when someone leaves, there is someone ready to take their place.
What will you learn with our Developing and Maintaining a Succession Plan Online Course?
- Demonstrate an understanding of the value of succession planning for successful businesses.
- Demonstrate expertise with the key elements of a succession plan.
- Create and discuss aspects of a succession plan.
- Discuss the elements of a succession plan in terms of roles, responsibility, function, scope, and evaluation.
Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.
For comprehensive information on units of study click the units of study tab above.
This is an incredible opportunity to invest in yourself and your future, sharpen your training skills and learn what it takes to create your own success with Courses For Success Today!
Course Fast Facts:
- All courses are easy to follow and understand
- Only 6 to 8 hours of study is required per course
- Unlimited lifetime access to course materials
- Study as many courses as you want
- Delivered 100% on-line and accessible 24/7 from any computer or smartphone
- You can study from home or at work, at your own pace, in your own time
- Certificates
Course Delivery
Courses are accessed online via our learning management system by any device including PC, MAC, tablet or Smart Phone.
Recognition & Accreditation
The courses offered by Courses For Success are unique as they are taught in a step by step process enabling students to complete them quickly and easily, so that you can obtain your qualification sooner. All students who complete the course receive a certificate of completion. Courses For Success is committed to high completion rates and therefore 100% student satisfaction.
Units of Study
Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.
Business Acumen Bundle, 5 Courses includes the following courses, below is a summary of each course:
Course 1 - Business Acumen
Module One - Getting Started
Module Two - Seeing the Big Picture
- Short and long term interactions
- Recognize growth opportunities
- Mindfulness of decisions
- Everything is related
Module Three - KPI's (Key Performance Indicators)
- Decisiveness
- Flexible
- Strong initiative
- Being intuitive
Module Four - Risk Management Strategies
- Continuous assessment
- Internal and external factors
- Making adjustments and corrections
- Knowing when to pull the trigger or plug
Module Five - Recognizing Learning Events
- Develop a sense of always learning
- Evaluate past decisions
- Problems are learning opportunities
- Recognize your blind spots
Module Six - You Need to Know These Answers and More
- What makes my company money?
- What were sales last year?
- What is our profit margin?
- What were our costs?
Module Seven - Financial Literacy (Part 1)
- Assets
- Financial Ratios
- Liabilities
- Equity
Module Eight - Financial Literacy (Part 2)
- Income statement
- Balance sheet
- Cash flow statement
- Read, read and read
Module Nine - Business Acumen in Management
- Talent management
- Change management
- Asset management
- Organisational management
Module Ten - Critical Thinking in Business
- Ask the right questions
- Organise data
- Evalute the information
- Make the decision
Module Eleven - Key Financial Levers
- Investing in people
- Effective communication
- Process improvement
- Goal alignment
Module Twelve - Wrapping Up
Course 2 - Risk Assessment and Management
Module One - Getting Started
Module Two - Identifying Hazards and Risks
- What is a hazard?
- What is a risk?
- Consult with employees
- Likelihood scale
Module Three - Seeking Out Problems before They Happen (Part 1)
- Unique to your business
- Walk around
- Long term and short term
- Common issues
Module Four - Seeking Out Problems before They Happen (Part 2)
- Ask "What would happen if....?"
- External events
- Worst case scenarios
- Consequence scale
Module Five - Everyone's Responsibility
- See it, report it
- If it's not safe, don't do it
- Take appropriate precautions
- Communicating to the organisation
Module Six - Tracking and Updating Control Measures
- What is a Control Measure?
- Your business procedures
- Are they adequate?
- Updating and maintaining
Module Seven - Risk Management Techniques
- Reduce the risk
- Transfer the risk
- Avoid the risk
- Accept the risk
Module Eight - General Office Safety and Reporting
- Accident reports
- Accident response plans
- Emergency action plan
- Training and education
Module Nine - Business Impact Analysis
- Gather information
- Identify vulnerabilities
- Analyse information
- Implement recommendations
Module Ten - Disaster Recvoery Plan
- Make it before you need it
- Test, update and repeat
- Hot, warm and cold sites
- Keep documentation simple and clear
Module Eleven - Summary of Risk Assessment
- What are the hazards?
- Who might be harmed?
- Are current control measures sufficient?
- If not, change control measures
Module Twelve - Wrapping Up
Course 3 - Critical Thinking
Module One - Getting Started
Module Two - Components of Critical Thinking
- Applying reason
- Open Mindedness
- Analysis
- Logic
Module Three - Non-Linear Thinking
- Step out of your comfort zone
- Don't jump to conclusions
- Expect and initiate change
- Being ready to adapt
Module Four - Logical Thinking
- Ask the right questions
- Organise the data
- Evaluate the information
- Draw conclusions
Module Five - Critical Thinker (Part 1)
- Active listening
- Be curious
- Be disciplined
- Be humble
Module Six - Critical Thinking (Part 2)
- Seeing the big picture
- Objectivity
- Using your emotions
- Being self-aware
Module Seven - Evaluate the Information
- Making assumptions
- Watch out for the bias
- Ask clarifying questions
- SWOT analysis
Module Eight - Benefits of Critical Thinking
- Being more persuasive
- Better communication
- Better problem solving
- Increased emotional intelligence
Module Nine - Changing your Perspective
- Limitations of your point of view
- Considering others viewpoint
- Influences on bias
- When new information arrives
Module Ten - Problem Solving
- Identify inconsistencies
- Trust your instincts
- Asking why?
- Evaluate the solution(s)
Module Eleven - Putting it all Together
- Retaining your new skills
- Reflect and learn from mistakes
- Always ask questions
- Practicing critical thinking
Module Twelve - Wrapping Up
Course 4 - Basic Bookkeeping
Module One - Introduction
Module Two - Basic Terminology (Part 1)
- Balance Sheet
- Assets
- Liabilities
- Equity
- Income Statement
- Revenue
- Cost of Goods Sold
- Expenses
- Accounting Period
Module Three - Basic Terminology (Part 2)
- Accounts Receivable
- Accounts Payable
- Depreciation
- General Ledger
- Interest
- Inventory
- Journals
- Payroll
- Trail Balance
Module Four - Accounting Methods
- Cash Method
- Accrual Method
- Differences between Cash and Accrual
Module Five - Keeping Track of you Business
- Accounts Payable
- Account Receivable
- The Journal
- The General Ledger
- Cash Management
Module Six - Understanding the Balance Sheet
- The Accounting Equation
- Double-Entry Accounting
- Types of Assets
- Types of Liabilities
- Equity
Module Seven - Other Financial Statements
- Income Statement
- Cash Flow Statement
- Capital Statement
- Budget vs Actual
Module Eight - Payroll Accounting / Terminology
- Gross Wages
- Net Wages
- Employee Tax Withholding's
- Employer Tax Expenses
- Salary Deferrals
- Employee Payroll
- Employee Benefits
- Tracking Accrued Leave
- Government Payroll Returns / Reports
Module Nine - End of Period Procedures
- Depreciating your Assets
- Reconciling Cash
- Reconciling Investments
- Working with the Trial Balance
- Bad Debt
- Posting Adjustments and Corrections
Module Ten - Financial Planning, Budgeting and Control
- Reasons for Budgeting
- Creating a Budget
- Comparing Budget to Actual Expenses
Module Eleven - Auditing
- What is an Audit?
- When and Why would you Audit?
- Internal
- External
Module Twelve - Wrapping Up
Course 5 - Developing and Maintaining a Succession Plan
Session One: Course Overview
Session Two: A Need for Succession Planning
Session Three: Defining a Succession Plan
- Strong Leaders and a Strong Organization
- Components of the Plan
- Setting the Scope
Session Four: Pre-Assignment Review
Session Five: Identifying Resources and Analyzing Risks
- Identifying Resources
- Risk Assessment
Session Six: Defining Roles, Responsibilities, and Functions
- Individualized Engagement Plans
- Working the Plan
Session Seven: Gathering Information
Session Eight: Forecasting Needs
- Key Ingredients of a Successful Plan
- Coaching and Mentoring
Session Nine: Putting the Plan Together
- Using Appreciative Inquiry (AI)
- How to Choose the Leader
- Session Ten: Putting the Plan into Action
- Phased Implementation
- Technology
Session Eleven: Evaluating and Reviewing the Plan
- Evaluation Challenges
- Sample Evaluation
- Check Out the Checklist
Session Twelve: Your Action Plan
- Plan and Then Do
- Next Steps
- Recommended Reading List
Requirements
Entry requirements
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Computer requirements
Students will need access to a computer and the internet.
Minimum specifications for the computer are:
Windows:
Microsoft Windows XP, or laterModern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
MAC/iOS
OSX/iOS 6 or laterModern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
All systems
Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or fasterFlash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Requirements
Entry requirements:
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education:
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Device requirements:
Students will need access to a computer/any device and the internet.
FAQS
1. Who are Courses For Success?
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Our courses span across the following categories:
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study this course, this course is open to anyone who would like to take
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6. What if English is not my first language?
This
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our training, you can take your time studying the material and make use
of tools such as google translate and Grammarly.
7. Is this course online or conducted in person?
All our courses are accessible online on any device. You may complete them at your own pace and at your own time.
8. How do I receive my course?
After
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and tax receipt. You will also receive an email containing your course
login details (username and password), as well as instructions on how to
access and log in to your course via the internet with any device,
please check your junk/spam folder in the event that you do not receive
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9. When does this course start?
Providing
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10. What is online learning like?
Online learning is easy, if not easier than a traditional academic situation.
By studying an online course, the usual boundaries caused by location and time constraints are eliminated, meaning you are free to study where and when you want at your own pace.
Of course, you will need to be able to self-manage your time and be organized, but with our help, you’ll soon find yourself settling into a comfortable rhythm of study.
11. What computer skills do I need for my course?
You
don't need to be a computer expert to succeed with our online training,
but you should be comfortable typing, using the internet and be capable
of using common software (such as Microsoft word).
12. How long will you have access to the online course?
The majority of our courses have unlimited lifetime access, meaning you can access this course whenever you want.
Please also check the course summary, as a small selection of courses have limited access.
13. How long will my course take?
Course duration, is listed under Course Summary
14. Do I need to buy textbooks?
All the required material for your course is included in the online system, you do not need to buy anything else.
15. Is the course interactive?
Yes, all our courses are interactive.
16. Is there an assessment or exam?
Yes,
you will be required to complete a multiple-choice test online at the
end of your course, you can do this test as many times as you require.
17. What type of certificate will I receive?
You
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18. Will this course be credited by universities?
No, it is not equivalent to a college or university credit.
19. Am I guaranteed to get a job with this certificate?
This course will give you the skills you need to help you obtain employment, but it’s up to you if you get the job or not.
20. How will this course assist me with my career?
Studying
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knowledge in this field, additionally you will gain more confidence in
this area of expertise.
21. How long is the certificate valid for?
The Certificates are valid for life and do not need renewing.
22. Can I take more than one course at a time?
Courses
are studied online at your own pace and you are free to study as many
or as few courses as you wish, we also offer online course bundles that
allow you to save on additional courses so that you may get all the
topics related to your training goals in one go.
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We accept payments via PayPal, Credit Card and Bank Transfer.
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