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Data Analytics with PowerBI
Data Analytics with PowerBI
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Duration: 4 days
Description: This 4-day workshop will help you to solve business problems and improve operations. You will master the development of dashboards from published reports, discover better insight from the data, and create practical recipes on the various tasks that you can do with Microsoft PowerBI. Our hands-on approach helps you arrive at your goals faster, with more confidence, and at your own pace.
Course Objectives: After completing the course, you will be able to
- Identify business problems that can be solved using PowerBI.
- Derive insight into key trends from the data.
- Develop dashboards using PowerBI.
Who Should Attend: The course is ideal for anyone passionate to learn and enhance their skills in data analytics and data analysts who are users of PowerBI and want to level-up their skills.
PDUs: 28 PDUs / Contact Hours (Business Acumen: 0, Power Skills: 8, Ways of Working: 20)
Course Delivery: Variable
Course Material: RefineM will prepare and provide the necessary training course material for all attendees.
About RefineM's Instructors: RefineM's instructors are experienced and certified in project management and Agile and bring real-world experience to their instruction. Our instructors not only teach concepts, we also provide insights and hands-on experience. And we don’t waste time. Our training is focused and hard-hitting. We offer practical targeted training in just the key topics that will make the most impact.
Dashboard in a Day with PowerBI
Dashboard in a Day with PowerBI
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Duration: 1 day
Description: This 1-day hands-on workshop covers all the capabilities of PowerBI to solve business problems and improve operations. Our hands-on approach helps you arrive at your goals faster and with more confidence. Learn how to share dashboards with your team and business partners and publish them to the web, connect to, import, and transform data from a variety of sources. Our hands-on approach helps you arrive at your goals faster, with more confidence, and at your own pace. Lagozon will prepare and provide the necessary training course material for all attendees.
Course Objectives: After completing the course, you will be able to
- Understand fundamentals of Data Analytics.
- Define business rules and KPIs.
- Explore data with powerful visualization tools and build reports with PowerBI.
Who Should Attend: The course is ideal for anyone passionate to learn and enhance their skills in data analytics and anyone who wants to learn and/or strengthen their PowerBI skills.
PDUs: 7 PDUs / Contact Hours per day of instruction (Business Acumen: 0, Power Skills: 4, Ways of Working: 3)
Course Delivery: Variable
Course Material: RefineM will prepare and provide the necessary training course material for all attendees.
About RefineM's Instructors: RefineM's instructors are experienced and certified in project management and Agile and bring real-world experience to their instruction. Our instructors not only teach concepts, we also provide insights and hands-on experience. And we don’t waste time. Our training is focused and hard-hitting. We offer practical targeted training in just the key topics that will make the most impact.
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
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Duration: 1 day
Description: In the bustling landscape of today's workplace, the ability to think critically is of the upmost importance.
The course begins with a foundational understanding of the 'why' behind our focus, followed by an exploration of critical thinking principles. Then attendees will delve into its application in various workplace scenarios. With a focus on practicality, the course will equip participants with essential problem-solving techniques, guiding them through each step from problem identification to decision evaluation. Throughout the course, interactive execises and Q&A fosters a dynamic learning environment for real-life business application. RefineM will prepare and provide the necessary training course material for all attendees.
Course Objectives: After completing the course, you will be able to
- Develop a clear understanding of the principles and significance of critical thinking.
- Draw from a toolkit of best practices to effectively apply critical thinking skills in the decision making process.
- Confidently tackle complex challenges within professional environments.
Who Should Attend: The course is ideal for project managers and managers who want to develop/expand their leadership capability to fast track their careers. This course is also applicable for anyone looking to develop their critical thinking skills.
PDUs: 7 PDUs / Contact Hours per day of instruction (Business Acumen: 0, Power Skills: 4, Ways of Working: 3)
Course Delivery: Variable
Course Material: RefineM will prepare and provide the necessary training course material for all attendees.
About RefineM's Instructors: RefineM's instructors are experienced and certified in project management and Agile and bring real-world experience to their instruction. Our instructors not only teach concepts, we also provide insights and hands-on experience. And we don’t waste time. Our training is focused and hard-hitting. We offer practical targeted training in just the key topics that will make the most impact.
Agile Leadership
Agile Leadership
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Duration: 1 day
Description: What does leadership look like in an Agile environment? How should project managers new to Agile or used to Waterfall adjust their leadership style for Agile success? These questions will be answered in this presentation.
Whether you lead a project utilizing Scrum, Kanban, or another flavor of Agile, you need to exemplify the mindset laid out by the Agile Manifesto and Twelve Principles in order to set a strong foundation for success on your Agile teams. Through this presentation, you will learn key leadership principles such as servant leadership, welcoming change, and creating a culture of transparency. Attendees will walk away prepared to become effective Agile leaders.
Course Objectives: After completing the course, you will be able to
- Understand and apply Agile principles and mindset.
- Apply techniques to help Agile teams become self-managing, empowered teams.
- Drive Agile transformation in their organization.
Who Should Attend: The course is ideal for anyone on an Agile team or who is interested in leading Agile in their organization.
PDUs: 7 PDUs / Contact Hours per day of instruction (Business Acumen: 1, Power Skills: 4, Ways of Working: 2)
Course Delivery: Variable
Course Material: RefineM will prepare and provide the necessary training course material for all attendees.
About RefineM's Instructors: RefineM's instructors are experienced and certified in project management and Agile and bring real-world experience to their instruction. Our instructors not only teach concepts, we also provide insights and hands-on experience. And we don’t waste time. Our training is focused and hard-hitting. We offer practical targeted training in just the key topics that will make the most impact.
Agile for Non-IT
Agile for Non-IT
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Duration: 2 days
Description: Did you know that you can achieve 15-40% efficiency gains and cost savings in 4-8 weeks using Lean/Agile? And that most of the time, these gains also lead to generating additional revenue?
Agile methods originated in software development, but Lean/Agile methods are highly applicable outside of an IT context. In this presentation, you will learn about process flows and optimization from a non-IT standpoint that you can apply to
whatever field you’re in. We will explore concepts such as value stream mapping, WIP limits, Kanban boards, and Agile methodologies. You and your team will identify areas and themes of improvement, organize them into themes, visualize the current process, and build a Kanban board to identify opportunities for immediate improvement. You will leave the course with the ability to optimize and improve upon critical processes demonstrated by key metrics. By implementing Lean/Agile training and process improvement, you could increase business efficiency by as much as 15-40% within 4-8 weeks.
Course Objectives: After completing the course, you will be able to
- Optimize workflows for key non-IT processes using value stream mapping (VSM).
- Use Kanban boards to find process bottlenecks, resolve them quickly and improve the flow.
- Start continuous improvement of key processes using Lean/Agile practices.
Who Should Attend: The course is ideal for process owners and leadership team members as well as team members who play a role in a technical, business, or operational process, business analysts, and application architects.
PDUs: 14 PDUs / Contact Hours per day of instruction (Business Acumen: 4, Power Skills: 4, Ways of Working: 6)
Course Delivery: Variable
Course Material: RefineM will prepare and provide the necessary training course material for all attendees.
About RefineM's Instructors: RefineM's instructors are experienced and certified in project management and Agile and bring real-world experience to their instruction. Our instructors not only teach concepts, we also provide insights and hands-on experience. And we don’t waste time. Our training is focused and hard-hitting. We offer practical targeted training in just the key topics that will make the most impact.
Generative AI for Product Owners and Project Managers
Generative AI for Product Owners and Project Managers
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Duration: 2 days
Description: What is Generative AI? How can it be applied to real Waterfall or Agile projects? These questions, and more, will be answered during this course.
This two-day training course prepares product owners and project managers to harness Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT and PMI Infinity to accomplish basic and moderate tasks. In this course,
attendees will be provided an overview of generative AI and the potential applications AI has in project management. They will learn how to apply AI to different aspects of project management like
backlog management, project initiation, planning, project execution, and monitoring and control.
Through interactive group and individual exercises attendees will learn effective generative AI skills and will leave the course ready to seamlessly incorporate AI into their daily project related
work, whether that includes managing a project or managing a backlog.
Course Objectives: After completing the course, you will be able to
- Get a better idea of the role of AI in Project Management.
- Apply knowledge of AI applications to real Waterfall or Agile projects.
- Manage projects and backlogs with assistance from Generative AI tools.
Who Should Attend: The course is ideal for project managers and product owners who are interested in learning how to utilize AI in their projects and anyone looking to stay on top of emerging technology in project management.
PDUs: 14 PDUs / Contact Hours per day of instruction (Business Acumen: 0, Power Skills: 10, Ways of Working: 4)
Course Delivery: Variable
Course Material: RefineM will prepare and provide the necessary training course material for all attendees.
About RefineM's Instructors: RefineM's instructors are experienced and certified in project management and Agile and bring real-world experience to their instruction. Our instructors not only teach concepts, we also provide insights and hands-on experience. And we don’t waste time. Our training is focused and hard-hitting. We offer practical targeted training in just the key topics that will make the most impact.
Leadership Skills for Project Managers Public
Leadership Skills for Project Managers
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Description: What is leadership, and how can managers become more effective leaders? These questions, and more, will be answered during this course.
In this course, attendees will learn key differences between management and leadership to discover what a leader truly does. They will learn how emotional intelligence (EI) factors into effective leadership and how to develop EI competency. Attendees will learn about six fundamental leadership styles and will examine their own leadership styles. Through interactive group and individual exercises, attendees will learn and develop key leadership skills, including communicating effectively, bringing clarity to a team, inspiring and motivating, building relationships, and coaching. Attendees will leave the course ready to become more effective leaders, not just on their project teams, but in their personal lives as well.
What Is Your Leadership Style?
What Is Your Leadership Style?
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Description: Psychologist Daniel Goleman has identified six different leadership styles, including Commanding, Visionary, Affiliative, Democratic, Pacesetting, and Coaching. What do each of these leadership styles mean, which one is closest to you, and which one is most effective for your situations?
In RefineM’s What Is Your Leadership Style course, you will learn more about each of the six leadership styles identified by Goleman. You will learn best practices for each leadership style and understand when a style may not be ideal at a particular moment. You will participate in individual and group exercises to reinforce your understanding, and will leave the course ready to practice ideal leadership styles on your teams.
Course Objectives: After completing the course, you will be able to
- Identify each style of leadership and understand the differences between them.
- Understand how to properly apply each leadership style.
- Practice leadership styles effectively on your teams.
Who Should Attend: This course is ideal for project managers, project leaders, project team members, PMO leads/directors, and stakeholders.
PDUs: 7 PDUs (Business Acumen: 0, Power Skills: 7, Ways of Working: 0)
Course Delivery: Variable
Course Material: RefineM will prepare and provide the necessary training course material for all attendees.
About RefineM's Instructors: RefineM's instructors are experienced and certified in project management and Agile and bring real-world experience to their instruction. Our instructors not only teach concepts, we also provide insights and hands-on experience. And we don’t waste time. Our training is focused and hard-hitting. We offer practical targeted training in just the key topics that will make the most impact.
Effective Communication Using DISC
Effective Communication Using DISC
Course Details:This course is not currently scheduled. Please contact us if you would like to set up a customized training course in your city or at your corporate site. |
Description: Effective communication depends not only on the message you send, but how your intended audience receives it. One possible distortion of the message is the recipient’s behavioral style. The DISC model describes four behavioral styles: Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Conscientiousness. How do you craft an effective message to reach people exhibiting each of these behavioral styles?
In RefineM’s Effective Communication Using DISC course, you will learn more about each of the behavioral styles described by the DISC model. You will learn how to craft effective messages to reach people exhibiting each behavioral style, and will participate in individual and group exercises to reinforce the concepts. You will leave this course with a stronger grasp of DISC and will be able to leverage your knowledge to enhance your communication skills.
Course Objectives: After completing the course, you will be able to
- Explain the four behavioral styles in the DISC model.
- Learn best practices and pitfalls for communicating with people in each behavioral style.
- Practice effective communication using the DISC model.
Who Should Attend: This course is ideal for project managers, project leaders, project team members, PMO leads/directors, and stakeholders.
PDUs: 7 PDUs(Business Acumen: 0, Power Skills: 7, Ways of Working: 0)
Course Delivery: Variable
Course Material: RefineM will prepare and provide the necessary training course material for all attendees.
About RefineM's Instructors: RefineM's instructors are experienced and certified in project management and Agile and bring real-world experience to their instruction. Our instructors not only teach concepts, we also provide insights and hands-on experience. And we don’t waste time. Our training is focused and hard-hitting. We offer practical targeted training in just the key topics that will make the most impact.
Conflict Resolution Techniques for Project Managers
Conflict Resolution Techniques for Project Managers
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Description: Conflict is inevitable in organizations. Conflicts are often caused due to schedules, project priorities, resources, or technical opinions. Whatever the cause, project managers need to be able to identify and deal with conflict when it arises in order to keep team members working well together and keep projects on track.
In RefineM’s Conflict Resolution Techniques for Project Managers course, you will learn more about different types of conflict and how to deal with each one. You will learn more about why conflicts happen in organizations, what types of conflict resolution techniques are available, and how to use each one. Through individual and group exercises, you will have the opportunity to practice these techniques to improve your capability to handle conflicts. You will leave this course with the skills and confidence to address conflicts on your projects in a constructive manner.
Course Objectives: After completing the course, you will be able to
- Identify common causes of conflict on projects.
- Understand and properly apply conflict resolution techniques.
- Practice conflict resolution techniques on your real projects.
Who Should Attend: This course is ideal for project managers, project leaders, project team members, PMO leads/directors, and stakeholders.
PDUs: 7 PDUs (Business Acumen: 0, Power Skills: 7, Ways of Working: 0)
Course Delivery: Variable
Course Material: RefineM will prepare and provide the necessary training course material for all attendees.
About RefineM's Instructors: RefineM's instructors are experienced and certified in project management and Agile and bring real-world experience to their instruction. Our instructors not only teach concepts, we also provide insights and hands-on experience. And we don’t waste time. Our training is focused and hard-hitting. We offer practical targeted training in just the key topics that will make the most impact.