BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Link: UCOP's e-newsletter - ECPv6.15.19//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://link.ucop.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Link: UCOP's e-newsletter REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 DTSTART:19701029T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:19700402T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20150308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20151101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20160313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20161106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161207T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20161104T214619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161104T214619Z UID:10006440-1481101200-1481126400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:PowerPoint - Intermediate DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nMicrosoft PowerPoint’s arsenal of integrated tools make it possible to design compelling\, professional-grade presentations that inspire and persuade audiences in almost any professional context. This intermediate PowerPoint class will help you advance your level of proficiency with this powerful application to the next level\, covering the techniques used to build presentations which stand apart from the rest. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/powerpoint-intermediate-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161206T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161206T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20161104T214354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161104T214354Z UID:10006439-1481014800-1481025600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Cascade Fundamentals DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nThis course is designed to teach UCOP Content Editors / Content Managers how to maintain their department websites. Topics covered include: \n\nWhat is Cascade\nSigning in / changing password\nNavigating within Cascade\nResources\nPage Types\, and\nKey Tasks URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/cascade-fundamentals/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161117T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161117T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20161031T222542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T222542Z UID:10006425-1479373200-1479398400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Microsoft Project – Fundamentals DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nThis course teaches the basic commands and features of Microsoft Project 2010. Students will learn how to create and modify task lists\, establish a project schedule\, create calendars\, assign resources to tasks\, track costs\, and work with different views and tables. Students will also apply filters and groups\, and sort task and resource data. Finally\, they will learn how to resolve resource conflicts. \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/microsoft-project-fundamentals/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161116T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161116T163000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20161031T222421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T222421Z UID:10006423-1479285000-1479313800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Get to the Point – Effective Business Writing DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nGrasping the critical skill of effective business writing is essential in today’s workforce. Tools are taught to go beyond traditional writing practices with a focus on audience analysis\, organization and formatting. Learn to write clearly and concisely to keep the attention of your audience. \n  \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/get-to-the-point-effective-business-writing-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161110T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161110T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20161031T222254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T222254Z UID:10006421-1478768400-1478779200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:SharePoint – Document Management DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nSharePoint is a powerful tool to manage documents and other files by providing secured\, web-based document libraries. There are many features of libraries that can make your SharePoint experience a success\, but it is equally important to understand the common pitfalls to avoid. This workshop takes a deep dive into SharePoint’s document management features including those that are often overlooked or underutilized. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/sharepoint-document-management/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20161031T222147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T222147Z UID:10006419-1478696400-1478710800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Working with Difficult People DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nSuccess in dealing with difficult people begins with understanding how we behave\, as well as\, how we impact others. Planning for\, and approaching challenging people with effective communication tools and techniques\, leads to more positive outcomes. In this half-day workshop\, you will learn how to turn difficult situations into opportunities for growth. \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/working-with-difficult-people-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20161031T220044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T221916Z UID:10006415-1478682000-1478707200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Excel for Power Users DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nRecommended prerequisite: Significant experience using Excel. \nUpon completing this training\, you will be prepared to: \nAnalyzing Spreadsheet Data Effectively with Advanced Formulas \n\nDerive meaning from the results of statistical formulas … without being a statistician!\nCombine information and logical functions to write formulas which respond to the contents of specific cells.\nAnalyze investments rapidly with built-in financial functions.\nCreate array formulas to perform calculations on a series of cell values simultaneously.\n\nTaking PivotTable Analysis to the Next Level \n\nIsolate PivotTable data which cannot be grouped by sorting or filtering with custom grouping.\nBuild custom calculations to summarize PivotTable data based on the values of related cells.\nCreate calculated fields which modify the way PivotTable data is displayed in relation to other data.\n\nCreating Powerful\, Customizable Dashboards to Display Key Data in a Single View \n\nDesign dashboards for optimum usability which highlight data of greatest decision making value.\nEnable consumers of your data to customize dashboard layout and content.\nTest dashboard layouts rapidly for an optimal end product.\n\nEnhancing Spreadsheet Functionality with Powerful\, Multi-Purpose VBA Macros \n\nUnderstand the full power of macros\, not only to automate but to engage and empower users of your spreadsheet.\nMaster key techniques to design macros which are both flexible and robust.\nManage a large number of macros with a minimum of effort.\n\nGiving Users Control Over the Way They Interact with Spreadsheet Data \n\nCommunicate information of greatest value to spreadsheet users with custom message box displays.\nEnable users to provide input to control the way macros perform.\nIntegrate logic into the functionality of macros\, responding intelligently to user behavior. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-for-power-users-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T123000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20161031T222022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T222022Z UID:10006417-1478680200-1478694600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Project Management: Part 3 – Scheduling and Tracking a Project DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nPart 3 of a 3-part class series. Learn how to convert a project plan and estimates into a project schedule\, and to track and communicate project status. \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/project-management-part-3-scheduling-and-tracking-a-project/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161020T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161020T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160817T214034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160817T214034Z UID:10006352-1476954000-1476979200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:PowerPoint Introduction class DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nPowerPoint training will provide you with the experience and understanding necessary to develop persuasive\, dynamic slide show presentations which combine graphics\, text\, and animation effects using either version of the software. \n\nGetting Started with Microsoft PowerPoint\nCreating New Presentations with PowerPoint\nFormatting Slides in PowerPoint\nDrawing Objects in PowerPoint\nUsing Graphics in PowerPoint\nCreating Tables in PowerPoint\nAdding Finishing Touches\nProofing & Delivering PPT Presentations URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/powerpoint-introduction-class-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161019T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161019T123000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160817T213831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160817T213831Z UID:10006351-1476865800-1476880200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Project Management\, Part 2 - Planning and Estimating a Project class DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nPart 2 of a 3-part course series. \nBecome skilled in preparing detailed professional work order estimates with task descriptions and durations. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/project-management-part-2-planning-and-estimating-a-project-class/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161012T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161012T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160817T213643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160817T213643Z UID:10006350-1476262800-1476273600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:SharePoint Site Administration class DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nSharePoint is a powerful tool that provides collaboration team sites for workgroups to share documents\, calendars\, project information to name a few. For SharePoint to be effective\, the day-to-day team site administration needs to be in the hands of the teams rather than a central authority. Therefore individuals in the business units need the knowledge to administer team sites. This workshop focuses on the primary skills necessary for site administration such as permissions\, site and list creation\, page editing and navigation. \nTopics: \n\nPermissions overview\nPermissions Best Practices\nSite Management\nLists and Libraries\nNavigation\nWeb pages and Web Parts\n\nHands-on exercises: \n\nCreate a site\nConfigure permissions\nModify navigation\nEdit the site’s homepage\nAdd Web Parts\nCreate a site column and apply to pre-existing lists\n\nPrerequisites: \n\nSharePoint Fundamentals Class or hands-on experience\nYou are or plan to become a site administrator\n\n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/sharepoint-site-administration-class-3/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161012T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161012T163000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160817T213453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160817T213453Z UID:10006349-1476261000-1476289800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Write Right - Baseline Business Writing Skills class DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nSharpen your business writing skills by learning the basics of grammar and writing clearly which are covered in this workshop. Participants learn the key characteristics of good writers and practice those skills in the session along with best practices in business writing. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/write-right-baseline-business-writing-skills-class/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161006T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161006T110000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160801T174218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160801T174218Z UID:10006338-1475744400-1475751600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Google Analytics class DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nThis course will provide a basic understanding of some of the main components of Google Analytics and some of the ways of accessing and filtering data. This will provide the tools to acquire a better understanding of the behavior of users on your site. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/google-analytics-class-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161005T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161005T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160817T213152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160817T213152Z UID:10006348-1475658000-1475683200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Excel Advanced class DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nBuild upon the knowledge gained in the Excel Intermediate course and increase the sophistication of your data reporting outputs. New skills acquired will include advanced formulas and statistical reporting through the use of PivotTables\, charts and XML files. The features of this session will allow participants to analyze data more efficiently\, and format the data to effectively communicate information to others. \n\nApply advanced functions\, including logical\, financial\, statistical\, and database functions\nUse Data Tables to explore the effects of different input values on a formula\nFind specific values or determine the cell address of a specific value with lookup functions\nFind answers fast with Excel’s easy-to-use “what-if” tools\, Goal Seek and Solver\nImplement data validation to control which values are allowed in cells\nSet up\, use\, and format PivotTables to analyze complex data sets\nPresent results to stakeholders graphically with PivotCharts\, SmartArt graphics\, and conditional data bars or icons\nUse text files\, XML files\, Microsoft Queries\, and Web Queries to import and export spreadsheet data\nSet up Scenarios to compare options\, for example\, conservative vs. aggressive budget projections  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-advanced-class/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160922T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160922T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160803T230141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T230151Z UID:10006344-1474534800-1474560000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:SharePoint Fundamentals class DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nSharePoint is a complex platform with many features and capabilities. A strong understanding of those features and capabilities will allow you to work more efficiently and effectively with SharePoint\, and with the documents and data stored in SharePoint. Furthermore\, effective use of new social networking capabilities will allow you to identify\, track and advance issues and topics most important to you\, and collaborate with colleagues more effectively. \nUpon successful completion of this course\, students will be able to effectively utilize resources on a typical SharePoint Foundation team site in the course of performing normal business tasks\, including: \n\nAccess and navigate SharePoint content.\nAdd\, upload\, modify\, search for\, and preview documents in document libraries.\nAdd and modify items in lists\, configure list views\, and filter and group lists.\nCreate and update your profile; tag\, share\, and follow content on your personal sites; and create and manage a personal blog.\nAccess\, create\, save\, and manage document versions and synchronize data with Microsoft Office applications.\nSynchronize SharePoint data\, work offline\, and access data from a mobile device.\n\nTo ensure your success in this course you should be have basic end-user skills with Microsoft Windows 8 and any or all of the Microsoft Office 2007\, 2010 or 2013 suite components\, plus basic competence with Internet browsing. \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/sharepoint-fundamentals-class/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160915T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160915T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160803T224837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160817T212916Z UID:10006342-1473930000-1473955200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Microsoft Project Fundamentals class DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nThis course teaches the basic commands and features of Microsoft Project 2010. Students will learn how to create and modify task lists\, establish a project schedule\, create calendars\, assign resources to tasks\, track costs\, and work with different views and tables. Students will also apply filters and groups\, and sort task and resource data. Finally\, they will learn how to resolve resource conflicts. \nTopics: \n\nProject management concepts\nProject files\nCreating and modifying a task list\nTask scheduling\nTask links\, relationships and other options\nResources and calendars\nProject costs\nViews and tables\nWorking with views and tables\nFilters\, groups\, and sorting\nSorting tasks and resources\nFinalizing the task plan\nFinalizing schedules\nHandling resource conflicts URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/microsoft-project-class/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160914T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160914T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160803T224658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T225105Z UID:10006340-1473843600-1473854400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:SharePoint Document Management class DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nThis is an intermediate class. SharePoint is a powerful tool to manage documents and other files by providing secured\, web-based document libraries. There are many features of libraries that can make your SharePoint experience a success\, but it is equally important to understand the common pitfalls to avoid. This workshop takes a deep dive into SharePoint’s document management features including those that are often overlooked or underutilized. Of equal importance are the best practices that will be woven into the workshop. \nPrerequisites: \n\nSharePoint Fundamentals Class or hands-on experience\nA desire and the time to adopt these techniques on the job\n\nFeatures covered: \n\nUploading files to SharePoint\nCheck In / Check out\nVersion Control\nTagging and categorization of documents\nFinding documents\nLibrary/document permissions\nQuick Edit – bulk update of properties\nThe power of views\nPanel preview and viewing in browser\nAlerts on changes to documents\n\nBest Practices: \n\nWhy folders are bad in SharePoint\nBenefits of metadata tagging\nLimit the number of libraries\nKeep permissions simple\nWhy you should use the Title field\nFile naming guidelines\n\n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/sharepoint-document-management-class-3/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160907T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160907T170000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160801T174011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160801T174011Z UID:10006336-1473253200-1473267600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Influencing without Authority class DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nThis 4-hour workshop explores the primary strategies of influence\, reciprocity\, communicating to influence\, and influencing styles. The participant will learn how to select the most appropriate strategy for the circumstances. \nThe ability to exercise influence without authority is one of the most important skills of an effective professional. Effectively exercising influence\, even when one may not have the formal authority to mandate action\, is a challenge many face. Whether working in a matrix organization or leading a cross functional team\, the goal is to contribute one’s best\, support the organization\, and ensure goals are met. It is important to understand the nature of power and influence in the organization\, understand personal sources of influence\, and know how to leverage personal political power. Successful professionals build networks of relationships with stakeholders and influencers. This course introduces the skills necessary to employ these interpersonal and leadership skills and to manage the often complex relationship dynamics of the workplace. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/influencing-without-authority-class/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160907T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160907T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160801T173528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160801T173528Z UID:10006332-1473238800-1473264000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Excel Intermediate class DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nMicrosoft Excel 2010 offers powerful charting and graphing abilities\, an unmatched set of mathematical and statistical functions\, and secure tools for sharing spreadsheets with others\, making it the most widely-used spreadsheet application worldwide.  This class is taught by instructors who bring years of practical experience to the classroom\, so that you will be readily able to apply what you learn. Participants in this course learn to: \n\nManage large\, interconnected sets of data with linked workbooks.\nApply an Office theme for a consistent appearance between spreadsheets and other documents.\nAdd distinctive background images and watermarks to spreadsheets for branding or security.\nConsolidate multiple rows of data into collapsible outlines.\nUse powerful data filters and sorting to target specific data for analysis.\nCreate professional-looking charts that accentuate key data with advanced formatting techniques and graphic elements.\nTest formulas and trace errors with Error Checking and Auditing tools.\nPrevent data corruption or deletion by protecting a workbook\, or specific cells.\nAllow multiple users to edit a spreadsheet simultaneously\, without creating inconsistencies between versions.\nCreate and edit Excel templates with common data and formatting for your specific needs.\n\n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-intermediate-class/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160907T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160907T123000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160801T173824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160801T173824Z UID:10006334-1473237000-1473251400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Project Management\, Part 1 – Initiating a Project DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nThis three-part course in project management helps you learn how to identify a clear\, shared understanding of a project and create a comprehensive project charter or decision document. The first in the series\, Initiating a Project\, focuses on how to effectively set up a project to ensure a smooth start. Recognize the critical importance of having a clear\, shared understanding of the project at the outset by creating a comprehensive project charter. \nTopics covered: \n\nHow to define the purpose of the project and its business value\nDefine the project’s objectives\, assumptions and constraints\nUnderstand how the project is linked to other projects and activities\nDefine the high level project scope\nDefine how the project success will be measured\nIdentify warning signs to watch for as the project is executed\nIdentify the project stakeholders and determine their priorities and their impact on the project\nAssess the complexity of the project in both business and technical dimensions\nUnderstand the pivotal importance of a well-prepared project charter. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/project-management-part-1-initiating-a-project/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160816T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160816T163000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160223T231936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160223T231957Z UID:10006086-1471336200-1471365000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Get to the Point! Effective Business Writing DESCRIPTION:Learn to get your point across quickly\, clearly\, concisely and powerfully. Learn practical tips and tools that can be used immediately to make your written communications — no matter what they are — more effective. This course helps students improve their business writing. Students will learn to eliminate wordy and unclear language that frustrates readers\, who have neither the time nor patience to decode an unclear message. \nTopics: \n\nFacing the crucial issues: determining your purpose and analyzing your audience\nOrganizing and formatting: getting beyond the traditional outline\, writing powerful openings and writing for high skim value\nWriting clearly and concisely: using powerful verbs and eliminating extra words and jargon\nParticipants are strongly encouraged to bring a sample of their writing to the class for individual help\nWe recommend that participants have already completed the Write Right! Business Writing Basics course\n\nRegister in the UCOP Learning Center. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/get-to-the-point-effective-business-writing-3/ LOCATION:Franklin 10325 CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160811T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160811T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160606T220108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160606T220108Z UID:10006294-1470906000-1470931200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Excel Introduction DESCRIPTION:Microsoft Excel is an all-purpose software application for creating and sharing information through spreadsheets. With a robust set of functions to automatically perform complex calculations\, features to rapidly convert data into charts and graphs\, and tools to securely share business information with others\, it is the most widely-used spreadsheet application worldwide. Use Microsoft Excel to create a spreadsheet to track data and perform calculations. Learn to: \n\nRapidly navigate Excel’s tool ribbons\, gallery commands\, and Live Preview feature.\nPerform basic calculations and apply calculations accurately with cell references.\nFormat cells\, tables and entire worksheets quickly with styles and style galleries.\nUse Excel’s conditional formatting rules to visually enhance your data.\nGive printed spreadsheets a professional appearance with Page Layout View\, page breaking controls and print area definitions.\nCreate dynamically-updating charts quickly with predefined layouts and styles.\nIncorporate 3-D shadowing\, anti-aliasing and other visual effects to design compelling graphic summaries.\nEmploy key Excel display techniques to navigate large workbooks effectively.\n\n  \nFor course details\, location and registration\, log in to UC Learning Center. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-introduction/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160810T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160810T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160606T215321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160606T215321Z UID:10006293-1470819600-1470830400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:SharePoint Site Administration class DESCRIPTION:SharePoint is a powerful tool that provides collaboration team sites for workgroups to share documents\, calendars\, project information to name a few. For SharePoint to be effective\, the day-to-day team site administration needs to be in the hands of the teams rather than a central authority. Therefore individuals in the business units need the knowledge to administer team sites. This workshop focuses on the primary skills necessary for site administration such as permissions\, site and list creation\, page editing and navigation. \nTo register and/or see full course information including location\, log into UC Learning Center. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/sharepoint-site-administration-class-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160804T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160804T123000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160223T231622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160606T220849Z UID:10006084-1470299400-1470313800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Project Management\, Part 3: Scheduling and Tracking a Project DESCRIPTION:Part 3 of a three-course series in project management. In this course\, students learn how to convert a project plan and estimates into a project schedule\, and to track and communicate project status. \nAt the conclusion of this half-day course\, students will be able to: \n\nCreate a project schedule\nPerform what if analysis to optimize the project schedule\nUnderstand the role of project management software in managing the schedule\nConduct effective project progress reviews\nTrack the health of the project using “Vital signs”\nContinuously monitor and update risks to the project\n\nFor full details including location or to register\, log into the UCOP Learning Center. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/project-management-scheduling-and-tracking-a-project-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160727T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160727T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160606T214748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160606T215503Z UID:10006292-1469610000-1469635200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:PowerPoint Intermediate DESCRIPTION:Microsoft PowerPoint’s arsenal of integrated tools make it possible to design compelling\, professional-grade presentations that inspire and persuade audiences in almost any professional context. Intermediate PowerPoint will help you advance your level of proficiency with this powerful application. \nFor course details\, location and registration\, log in to UC Learning Center. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/powerpoint-intermediate/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160721T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160721T163000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160223T231254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T213946Z UID:10006082-1469089800-1469118600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Accomplishing More with Less DESCRIPTION:Bombarded by information? Persistently interrupted and side-tracked? Always juggling competing and changing priorities? Frustrated with digital overload? \nThis fun and engaging workshop\, facilitated by “People on the Go\,” gives breakthrough techniques for difficult time and productivity challenges. \nParticipants will gain strategies to: \n\nBetter manage interruptions and stay focused while still being responsive to the needs of team members\nWork more strategically instead of working harder\nManage competing priorities and better align daily activities with goals\n\nGet more details and register via the UC Learning Center. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/accomplishing-more-with-less/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160719T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160719T163000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160223T230649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T213905Z UID:10006080-1468917000-1468945800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Write Right: Baseline Business Writing Skills DESCRIPTION:This foundational course provides the basics of grammar and writing clearly. Participants learn key characteristics of good writers and practice those skills in the session. Participants learn the current\, best practices in business writing. \nTopics include: \n\nThe sentence— the foundation of language — and how to punctuate it\nVerbs — the heart and soul of every sentence\nGrammar and capitalization guidelines\nKey hints for writers\n\nCompleting this course is recommended before registering for the UCOP Get to the Point! Workshop. \nGet more details and register via the UC Learning Center. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/write-right-baseline-business-writing-skills-3/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160714T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160714T123000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160425T212043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160606T214307Z UID:10006274-1468485000-1468499400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Project Management\, Part 2: Planning and Estimating a Project class DESCRIPTION:Part two of a three-part course series. Become skilled in preparing detailed professional work order estimates with task descriptions and durations. Learn how to build a professional grade project plan and detailed estimates. \nGet more details and register via the UC Learning Center. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/project-management-planning-and-estimating-a-project-class/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160713T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160713T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160425T211906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T211906Z UID:10006272-1468400400-1468411200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:SharePoint Document Management class DESCRIPTION:SharePoint is a powerful tool to manage documents and other files by providing secured\, web-based document libraries. There are many features of libraries that can make your SharePoint experience a success\, but it is equally important to understand the common pitfalls to avoid. This workshop takes a deep dive into SharePoint’s document management features including those that are often overlooked or underutilized. Of equal importance are the best practices that will be woven into the workshop. \nGet more details and register via the UC Learning Center. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/sharepoint-document-management-class-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160629T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160629T123000 DTSTAMP:20260411T010433 CREATED:20160425T211227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160606T213934Z UID:10006270-1467189000-1467203400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Project Management\, Part 1: Initiating a Project class DESCRIPTION:Course registration currently full; check UC Learning Center for waitlist or other sessions of this class. This three-part course in project management helps you learn how to identify a clear\, shared understanding of a project and create a comprehensive project charter or decision document. The first in the series\, Initiating a Project\, focuses on how to effectively set up a project to ensure a smooth start \nGet more details and register via the UC Learning Center. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/project-management-part-1-initiating-a-project-class/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR