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Live Webinar July 11th, 2013 11:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT
Duration: 1 Hour 30 Min Credits: 1 PDU Category A – Free PDU
Presented by: Computer Aid Inc IT Metrics & Productivity Institute (Rep 2733)

The “Beyond Budgeting” Concept

Traditional Budgeting we all know well: the top-down, command and control approach with authority firmly seated at the executive level. The Beyond Budgeting approach is a significant shift: executives empower and coach decentralized teams that are more closely connected to customers and to changes in the marketplace.

Beyond Budgeting and its shift of authority to front-line business units and teams results in quicker and more agile responses to customer needs. The bottom line: companies applying the principles of Beyond Budgeting see continuous improvement in performance and shareholder value.
– Traditional Budgeting vs. Beyond Budgeting: Three Core Differences by: Arthur F. Rothberg, Managing Director, CFO Edge, LLC

1. Forecasting complex projects is a deception.
2. Moreover, forecasts hinder innovations.

“Beyond Budgeting” came to the same findings and offers a concept for controlling corporations without budgets.

Agile methodologies generally recommend developing a long-term plan on a coarse-grained level only and coming up with detailed short-term plans iteratively.

So how will you get the budget for starting a large agile project (50-300 developers, 3-5 years)?In this webinar, we will analyze the latest scientific research and explore possibilities of combining Beyond Budgeting and Agile principles so that even complex projects remain controllable.

Great Books with more Information on the “Beyond Budgeting” Concept:

1. Beyond Budgeting: How Managers Can Break Free from the Annual Performance Trap
2. Implementing Beyond Budgeting: Unlocking the Performance Potential
3. Beyond Budgeting: Pathways to the Emerging Model

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Live Webinar July 9th, 2013 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT
Duration: 1 Hour Credits: 1 PDU Category C Free
Presented by : O’Reilly® Webcasts

In this webcast, George will look at the lifecycle of various Web development projects through the lens of Hollywood storytelling.

Learn how to deliver successful projects that are on time, on budget, and meet customer expectations through a comparison of how the narrative structure of various films compares to different process models for site development.

Not only will you come away with a better understanding of how to approach your next Web development project, but you’ll also gain a greater appreciation for the life lessons taught by some of your favorite Hollywood films.

This webcast will cover:

• Managing Audience Expectations
• The Structure of Storytelling
• The Three Act Web Development Cycle
• The Agile Process
• Elements of a Successful Open Source
• Web Platform

Presenter: George DeMet (LinkedIn profile) is the founder and CEO of Chicago-based Web development firm Palantir.net, a member of the Drupal Association advisory board, and the co-chair of DrupalCon Chicago 2011. With more than over 17 years of experience in Web design and development, he’s overseen the development a full range of custom interactive Web sites, and Internet-enabled software for corporate, educational, cultural, and non-profit clients.

PDU Category C documentation details:

Process Groups: Initiating, Planning

Knowledge Areas: 4 – Integration 5 – Scope

• 4.2 Develop Project Management Plan
• 5.1 Collect Requirements
• 5.2 Define Scope

As a Category C ‘Self Directed Learning Activity’ remember to document your learning experience and its relationship to project management for your ‘PDU Audit Trail Folder’

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Live Webinar July 10th, 2013 – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT
Duration: 1 Hour Credits: 1 PDU Category C – Free PDU
Presented by American Management Association (REP 1294)
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What Stands Between You & Career Advancement?

JoeAzelby and Bob Azelby are seasoned business executives who believe that a career stalls because an individual lacks a certain skill or has a behavior that makes them a less qualified candidate.

We all have weaknesses, which theAzelby brothers refer to as
“BUTs.”

For example:

• Bill is a hard worker BUT he can’t influence people
• Larry is a great producer BUT he is a lousy manager
• Samantha is good at tasks BUT is not a strategic thinker.

Most people do not have any idea how their BUTs are inhibiting their career advancement because their colleagues and even their managers are unwilling to provide much needed candid feedback.

The bottom line is that most of us carry around our BUTs for years and never know that this is the reason our careers are not advancing.

The Azelby brothers understand how difficult it is to identify, acknowledge and manage your own BUTs, however, they know this is the key to career advancement.

This webcast will help you identify your BUTs and provide the tools necessary to shrink them. In addition, they’ll explore the importance of strong managers and demonstrate how a manager’s BUT can have a negative impact on his or her team.

We encourage you to register even if you are unable to attend live; you’ll receive replay information following the event.

Presenters:

Bob Azelby is the vice president and general manager of the oncology unit of a large West Coast biotechnology firm, responsible for more than $5 billion in annual revenue. He received his undergraduate degrees in economics and religious studies from the University of Virginia and his MBA from Harvard University. He is coauthor of the book Kiss Your BUT Good-Bye: How to Get Beyond the One Word That Stands Between You and Success.

Joe Azelby (LinkedIn profile) is the managing director and CEO of the Global Real Assets Group of a large financial firm, leading a team of more than 400 investment professionals. A graduate of Harvard University, he earned an MBA in finance from NYU’s Stern School of Business. He is coauthor of the book Kiss Your BUT Good-Bye: How to Get Beyond the One Word That Stands Between You and Success.

PDU Category C documentation details

Process Groups: Executing

Knowledge Areas: 9 – Human Resources

• 9.3 Develop Project Team
• 9.4 Manage Project Team

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Live Webinar – July 11th, 2013 2:00 pm EDT
Presented by: Eclipse Project Portfolio Management
Duration: 1 hour 1 PDUs Credits: Category C 1 PDU- Free PDU

Risks exist on projects because by definition, projects possess uncertainty. Organizations that ignore risks experience reduced project success rates due to the wasted effort and delays that result from dealing with issues.

Risk management methodologies address this challenge but tend to be too theoretical or require significant process discipline or historical data to be practical.

During this webinar you will learn practical, lightweight best practices for managing risks throughout a project’s lifecycle.

Benefits of managing risks through this approach include:

• Improved project predictability
• Improved ROI for your overall portfolio
• Quantification of cost & schedule contingencies
• Reduced effort spent resolving project issues

Who should attend this webinar?
Managers/Directors of PMOs, Project Managers

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PDU Category C documentation details:

Process Groups: Initiating & Executing, Planning

Knowledge Areas: 11 – Risk

• 11.1 Plan Risk Management
• 11.2 Identify Risks
• 11.5 Plan Risk Responses

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