Workshops
Please note that we have limited free spaces at the workshop and seats will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis
Value of Professional Management, Human Resources and HRD (Learning and Development)
Date : Wed,May 17, 2017 | Time : 10:30 | Location : KHUDARI - L5
Dennis O’Donnell, Chief Executive Officer, Oakwood International Ltd, UK
There is a growing body of evidence showing the impact of management qualifications on productivity:
- Managers who are qualified are more likely to invest in qualifications across their own workforce
- Management qualifications have a significant multiplier effect in terms of driving up skill levels
- Employers agreed that productivity gains, staff attraction rates and professional reputation are improved
- 81% of managers agree that offering qualifications reduces high turnover among qualified staff.
In an interactive workshop, attendees will be offered an in-depth understanding on the value of professional management and HRD qualifications.
- Why bother with professional qualifications?
- Why are they important?
- What do they say about you?
- Why are Accountants, etc qualified, and Managers not
- The value of qualifications
- So why not get qualified…..
Who should attend:
Managers of any discipline, Operations, Sales, Marketing, etc
Recognised BCM Certifications and their Application Processes
Date : Wed,May 17, 2017 | Time : 10:30 | Location : ANBARA - L5
Muhammad Saleem, CBCP, DRI GCC Committee - DRI Riyadh Office Relationship Manager
Business Continuity Management (BCM) has become one of the important topics discussed by country leaders and top management in all sectors now. The challenging business and living environment we all face now especially in GCC i.e. tremendous threat from the war zone, terrorism, cyber-attacks, vandalism, climate change and the list goes on, hence governments and corporate leaders have put more efforts to build and enhance awareness and knowledge on BCM to have a more resilient business and living envirANonment through knowledge-based economy strategic approach.
DRI International www.drii.org / www.dri-gcc.org the world's leading business continuity and disaster recovery education and certification organisation, is pleased to present to you our professional Business Continuity Management (BCM) certifications and their application processes.
Some of the key reasons for the tremendous increase in industry demand for recognised Certified BCM professionals are:
- Greater Marketplace Recognition
- Job Prerequisites
- Distinguishes Candidate
- HR Keywords: CBCP, ABCP…
- Financial Gain – certification is correlated with higher salary
- Employer Benefits:
- Confirms for the employer that the employee has a high level of knowledge of standard industry practices and processes – and continues to maintain current knowledge
- Provides consistency of knowledge within Multi-National Corporations and within supply chain
Discussion points of the workshop include:
- Participants will learn about current trends in BCM;
- Find out about categories of certifications and their application processes, and how to achieve these certifications that help and enhance your career path and more importantly, prepare you for resiliency enhancement;
- Explore and learn more from the presenter on the subject of professional BCM credentials.
Who should attend?
Anyone who is responsible for Risk Management, Business Continuity Management (BCM), Disaster Recovery Planning, Crisis Management, Emergency Response, Corporate Planning and Human Resource & Training.
Facilitator:
Muhammad Saleem, CBCP, DRI GCC Committee - DRI Riyadh Office Relationship Manager
Building the IT Workforce of Tomorrow
Date : Wed,May 17, 2017 | Time : 12:30 | Location : KHUDARI - L5
Hashem Shahwan, Cisco Academy Manager
The digital transformation of the economy is generating unparalleled demand for skilled workers and new opportunities for creative, tech-savvy people everywhere. Every business professional needs a basic understanding of the Internet of Things (IoT), cybersecurity, and an entrepreneurial mindset to compete for jobs and success in the digital economy. Though this workshop you will receive an overview of the below domains:
- CompTIA A+ - A stepping stone to entry-level IT jobs that require competence in computer installation, maintenance, networking, and security.
- Cisco CCENT - Validate your ability to install and operate a small enterprise network and your experience with basic network security. Discount exam vouchers available for successful Networking Academy students.
- Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching – How to verify your hands-on skills working with routed and switched networks and wide-area networks (WANs). Discount exam vouchers available for successful Networking Academy students.
- Cisco CCNA Security - Demonstrate your knowledge and experience with Cisco network security devices, security infrastructure, identifying network vulnerabilities, and mitigating security risks.
- Cisco CCNP Routing and Switching- Validate your ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot converged local and wide area networks, and to manage routers, switches, and edge applications.
- LPI Linux Essentials Professional Development Certificate - Validate your essential knowledge of Linux and open source for jobs in IT/technical support, mobile application support, and network operations center (NOC) operations.
Target Audience include:
- IT students at ( Vocational Colleges & Universities )
- Employees working in the IT sector, particularly in the “Networking” field.
- HR Managers – who want to excel their employees IT skills.
Facilitated by:
Hashem Shahwan, Cisco Academy Manager
CFA Institute beyond education
Date : Wed,May 17, 2017 | Time : 12:30 | Location : ANBARA - L5
Steve Wallace, Director Institutional Partnerships, EMEA, CFA
In an interactive discussion, Steve will lead you through CFA Institute's educational programmes and how they are kept relevant in today's world then move into what we do as a professional body. Education is one element of this but for real change and progression to happen you need to provide guidance to and advocate for change.
Discussion points of the workshop include:
- Understand education within the investment management industry and how it is being used to mitigate risk
- Illustrate how, through the use of conduct codes and standards, you can push for positive change
- To understand how the investment management industry is adapting in the current environment
How certification is changing the logistics and supply chain careers?
Date : Wed,May 17, 2017 | Time : 15:30 | Location : KHUDARI - L5
Amer Badarneh, Institute Manager, Middle East Logistics Institute for Training
During the last 10 years less than 3% of Arab countries universities offering Logistics & Supply Chain Academic programs, on the other side hundreds of thousands of Logistics jobs are available in different sectors, so matching the academic degree and background with the job titles is not an easy job.
- Matching Logistics & Supply Chain Professional Certifications with my career
- Service Providers , Accreditation Bodies and their agencies – are we accredited?
- Assessments, projects and assignments.
- National Certification Programs, National Accreditation Bodies.
- Examinar – Case study from the region.
- HR managers
- Training Managers
- Nationalisation Managers
- Logistics, Supply chain, Transport… Managers
- Those looking for professional certification programs
Role of Contracts in Procurement and Supply
Date : Wed,May 17, 2017 | Time : 15:30 | Location : ANBARA - L5
Facilitators: Olga Labai, Diya Nasereddin, CIPS
Efficient Procurement and Supply always means effective and smart contracting. In industries, vital for the regional growth, such as construction, petrochemical, logistics, transportation and pharmaceuticals, contracts tend to be very complex and they establish numerous concurrent obligations of the parties. It is a strong regional trend that whereas commercial portions of such contracts are often well very looked after, so called “legal” part of a contract (i.e. terms and conditions) tends to be seen as a major impediment to doing business. As a result, in ways often self-harming, companies apply standard contract templates across the board, decline any requests for negotiations and otherwise limit their contract practices with the idea to save time and cost.
- Commentary from Facilitators
- Open Mic with Recommendations Put Forward
- Voting on Recorded Recommendations with final shortlist of 5
Public Relations Certifications Workshop
Date : Wed,May 17, 2017 | Time : 17:00 | Location : KHUDARI - L5
Jason Mackenzie, President, Chartered Institute of Public Relations
The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) provides the only Chartered qualifications (professional certifications) in public relations, globally. This suite of diplomas and certificates form the international benchmark for PR qualifications. The CIPR has taught thousands over students over the past 20 years, through accredited teaching centres (ATCs). The CIPR Awarding Body gives quality assurance of all assessments undertaken by its ATCs. These centres undergo rigorous initial accreditation, assessing all aspects of delivery and resourcing for learners.
In this workshop, Jason will provide a detailed overview on the 3 core CIPR certifications. The three core qualifications are the Professional PR Diploma (level 7/postgraduate), Advanced Certificate (level 5/equivalent to 2nd year undergraduate) and Foundation Award (level 3/school leaver level). Jason will address about other internal communication, public affairs, and crisis communication qualifications offered by CIPR.
All learners enrolled on professional qualifications have access to the latest and relevant e-journals through a specialist Study Hub accessible on-line. The independent Chair of Examiners oversees a team of subject matter specialist Chief Examiners. All go through a robust recruitment and ongoing assessment.
Who should attend:
- Internal and corporate communication managers
- Marketing and public relation managers
- Students and young professionals
Facilitated by:
Jason Mackenzie, President, Chartered Institute of Public Relations
Wireless Network Security and concerns: A comprehensive discussion on IoT security
Date : Wed,May 17, 2017 | Time : 17:00 | Location : ANBARA - L5
Rameshwar Nigam, Director, Pytriot Solution LLP, India
Network security and breaches have increased exponentially in the last five years, with attackers exploiting every vulnerability they could find in hardware or software of the device. Gartner states that “by 2020, more than 25 percent of identified attacks in enterprises will involve IoT, although IoT will account for less than 10 percent of IT security budgets”. Off late, wireless security has been exploited to find the weak link to the secure fortress you have created with the help of firewall around your network. A poor security at layer 2 leads to a weak security at the upper layers.
Discussion points of the workshop include:
- Various wireless security invulnerability and hands-on demonstration of the major attack- DoS, MITM, etc.
- How is IoT devices security different from the other methods, discussion of various IoT protocols and their common vulnerabilities?
- How to avoid wireless security breaches with different tools and methods.
ISACA Certification: IT Audit, Security, Governance and Risk
Date : Wed,May 17, 2017 | Time : 19:00 | Location : KHUDARI - L5
Frank Schettini, Chief Innovation Officer, ISACA
For nearly 50 years, ISACA has been a pace-setting global organization for information governance, control, security and audit professionals. Members rely on ISACA for resources that enhance their skills, expand their professional knowledge and connect them with a vibrant community of peers. With a globally recognized ISACA certification, you hold the power to move ahead in your career, increase your earning potential and add value to any enterprise.
During this workshop, you will receive an overview about ISACA Certifications:
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) - The CISA certification is world-renowned as the standard of achievement for those who audit, control, monitor and assess an organization’s information technology and business systems
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) - The management-focused CISM is the globally accepted standard for individuals who design, build and manage enterprise information security programs. CISM is the leading credential for information security managers
- Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) - CGEIT recognizes a range of professionals for their knowledge and application of enterprise IT governance principles and practices. CGEIT provides you the credibility to discuss critical issues around governance and strategic alignment based on your recognized skills, knowledge and business experience
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) - CRISC is the only certification that positions IT professionals for future career growth by linking IT risk management to enterprise risk management, and positioning them to become strategic partners to the business.
- Cybersecurity Nexus – CSX Certificate and CSX-P Certification - As the cyber landscape continues to rapidly evolve, it’s not enough to rely solely on knowledge and theory. A performance-based CSX certification is a testament to your real-life skills and experience and proclaims that your commitment, tenacity, and abilities exceed expectations. CSX programs and certifications help individuals demonstrate their skills and prove that they know the most current cyber security standards, and offer employers confidence that their employees are up to demanding tasks.
The changing role of leaders in developing human capital
Date : Wed,May 17, 2017 | Time : 19:00 | Location : ANBARA - L5
Martin Hutchins – Managing Director, Cambridge Professional Academy
The changing global marketplace is placing ever increasing demands on what is often referred to as an organisations most important asset, that of its employees. This workshop discusses the key drivers of change affecting organisations that need to be considered when developing competitive advantage.
There are a number of key considerations which put a strain on the “Traditional" Manager’s ability to deliver growth through the effective use of its staff. However by rethinking the way people are employed, motiviated, encouraged to be creative and most importantly skills developed enabling them to perform organisations with what would appear to be lacking in one or more of the traditional resource areas can outperform even the largest of rivals.
This workshop will consider what Leaders and Managers can do in a range of areas to help their organisations succeed.
- Factors driving the need to adapt our organisations
- The traits of Leaders and Managers and style of “New Leadership”
- Defining a new working methodology for employees
- The dimensions of the business that need to be considered including the creation of the right working environment
- Alternative approaches to developing the capability an organisation will need in order to suceed
- The use of technology to release time to do the things that only people can do
- The place of certification relative to other forms of recognition of capability
Certificate, what certificate?
Date : Thu,May 18, 2017 | Time : 10:30 | Location : ROTANA - L5
This workshop will discuss the methods to identify the correct development (certification) for individuals within the organisation and how to manage the process of getting them certified from start to finish.
How can technology enhance your certification programme?
Date : Thu,May 18, 2017 | Time : 10:30 | Location : KHUDARI - L5
Kaied Shawish, Business Development Director and Ayman Al Kurdi Global Business Solutions Consultant, Pearson VUE
There is an exciting shift in Saudi Arabia’s focus which has the potential to dramatically change the educational and employment landscape, leading to an increase in the number of people taking professional exams over the coming years. With this new emphasis on the 2030 vision how can you ensure your programme can keep up with the demand while still retaining integrity? A large part of the answer is technology.
Our workshop will explore the latest technological developments for assessment and certification and provide ideas on how it can enhance your programme and support the staff involved. We will also highlight and discuss how technology can diminish the major issues that exam owners currently face, such as test security and candidate convenience, based on a recent study commissioned by Pearson VUE. Attendees will be able to ask questions to directly link learnings back to their exam programme and will leave with expert insights on how to develop and combat these issues, so as to thrive in a growing market.
Discussion points of the workshop include:
- How technology can help improve exam content and convenience for candidates.
- Current challenges affecting high stake exam owners and how to combat them.
- Online proctoring and OSCE – what are they and how do they work.
International Regulation – An Overview of Basel III
Date : Thu,May 18, 2017 | Time : 12:30 | Location : ROTANA - L5
Alastair Tyler, FCIB International Director and Faculty, The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF)
Following the recent Global Financial Crisis and series of conduct scandals, regulators around the world have brought in a range of new rules and measures to ensure that systemically important financial institutions can weather any future financial and economic stresses.
The Basel Committee on banking supervision introduced ‘Basel III’ capital and liquidity standards, which are being progressively phased in and the European Union brought in Capital Requirements Directive IV (CRD IV). CRD IV is intended to implement the Basel III agreement in the EU. This includes enhanced requirements for:
- the quality and quantity of capital;
- a basis for new liquidity and leverage requirements;
- new rules for counterparty risk; and
- new macroprudential standards including a countercyclical capital buffer and capital buffers for systemically important institutions
This short interactive workshop from The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF) provides a robust review of recent developments in international regulation for banks. In this taster session we look at what constitutes bank capital – its key characteristics and the importance of maintaining sufficient capital. We also explore the risk return trade off; looking at factors which might contribute to a deterioration of a bank’s capital position and potential management actions that can improve it.
The session then explores what Basel III is and how it is adopted into legislation across the world. The workshop goes much further, to discuss the likely effects of all these changes on the international banking business models, and how it impacts bank customers.
The session concludes with a summary of LIBF’s credentials and an over view of our professional certification programme.
What can BCM Certifications do for you?
Date : Thu,May 18, 2017 | Time : 12:30 | Location : KHUDARI - L5
Muhammad Saleem, CBCP, DRI GCC Committee - DRI Riyadh Office Relationship Manager
DRI International - the world's leading business continuity and disaster recovery education and certification organisation, is pleased to present to you what our professional Business Continuity Management (BCM) certifications can do for you?
Business Continuity Management (BCM) has become one of the important topics discussed by country leaders and top management in all sectors now. The challenging business and living environment we all face now especially in GCC i.e. tremendous threat from the war zone, terrorism, cyber-attacks, vandalism, climate change resulting in flood and the list goes on, hence governments and corporate leaders have put more efforts to build and enhance awareness and knowledge on BCM leading to having a more resilient business and living environment through knowledge-based economy strategic approach.
As such, industry demand for recognised Certified BCM Professionals has increased tremendously, some of the key reasons :
- Greater Marketplace Recognition
- Job Prerequisites
- Distinguishes Candidate
- HR Key Words:CBCP; ABCP
- Financial Gain – certification is correlated with higher salary
- Employer Benefits:
- Confirms for the employer that the employee has a high level of knowledge of standard industry practices and processes – And continues to maintain current knowledge
- Provides consistency of knowledge within Multi-National Corporations and within supply chain
Discussion points of the workshop include:
- Industry demand for BCM certifications;
- Why DRI’s certifications and what they can do for you?
- BCM – Bright Outlook Occupation;
- BCM - Hot Careers That Didn't Exist 10 Years Ago
- To explore and learn more from the presenter on the subject of professional BCM credentials.
Who should attend?
Senior Executive and management staff involve and responsible for Risk Management, Business Continuity Management (BCM), Disaster Recovery Planning, Crisis Management, Emergency Response, Corporate Planning and Human Resource & Training.
Facilitator
Mr Muhammad Saleem, CBCP, DRI GCC Committee - DRI Riyadh Office Relationship Manager
A critical need to achieve Business Excellence
Date : Thu,May 18, 2017 | Time : 15:30 | Location : KHUDARI - L5
Muhammad Jawad Ali, Manager Operations, RICI
Resource Inspections Canada Incorporated (RICI) is a Management System Certification Body accredited as per ISO 17021 by IAS (USA) and Training Organization approved by CQI-IRCA (UK) and PMI (USA).
RICI is the only certification body providing personnel certifications for different metrology fields and civil technicians catering this oil & gas and construction industry. In this workshop, RICI will introduce all of its training and certification programmes and their direct influence on this industry. Specific focus will be given to the personnel certification in metrology fields i.e. science of measurements.
Qualitative and Quantitative data analysis require measurement using multiple instruments. Results of measurements depends upon accurate and precise measuring instruments; however, the true values of measured variables are seldom known, on the other hand measuring have inherent errors, e.g., due to people, instruments, measurement methods, reference material, facility and environmental effects. The major source of systematic errors and uncertainties is undoubtedly measuring instruments. To minimize the errors and to have confident results, instruments are required to be reliable, accurate and precise for which a calibration methodology is required.
Methodology for calibration entails qualified & certified technicians, traceable equipment and standards or validated methods. Metrologists or Technicians performing the calibration should be technically qualified, trained and should have good statistical skills which can be analysed by different personnel certification programs as per ISO 17024 and the general standard that can be applied to any organization involved in metrology is ISO 17025 for the general competence of calibration and testing requirements.
- Participants will learn about the basic concepts of Measurements, Metrology and Testing and their critical need in today’s world.
- Uncertainties in the results of testing and calibration results of different equipment and analysers.
- To find out how these certification and training programs will facilitate them to face the challenges of required quality and how to overcome those challenges.
- Increasing demand of all ISO management certifications and trainings in oil & gas, petrochemical, energy and all the other major industries in GCC countries.
- Importance of ISO 17025 and ISO 17024 certifications.
- General Managers
- QA/ QC Managers
- Laboratory Managers
- Heads of Human Resources, Learning & Training Division
- Metrologists, Calibration Engineers and Civil Technicians
- Those looking for professional certification programs
Internet of Evil Things (IoET): How to stand the challenge ? ( CompTIA Cybersecurity Certification pathway)
Date : Thu,May 18, 2017 | Time : 15:30 | Location : ROTANA - L5
Facilitated by: CompTIA
Join us to learn what are the dangers expected and how are they going to affect our life if not dealt with, we will look at perception from Penetration Testers related to concerns of various devices and equipment connected together into the IoT. We will dive into the underworld and explore the Tor Network and the Onion Protocol, showcase an example of a code used in Ransomware and perform a quick demo of an attack. Then we will introduce you to the path of CompTIA’s Certification which would help you in defending yourself against “Mirai”.
Discussion Topics:
- IoT, where is it? What are Mirai & IoET?
- Onion Protocol & Concerns of IoT/IoET?
- Top 10 Vulnerabilities
- How is IoT used to become IoET?
- Demo
- CompTIA Cyber security Certification Pathway
Who should attend?
- Security Professionals
- HR, Training and IT Managers
- Students and young professionals
Facilitated by: CompTIA
How executive education upgrades proficiency in careers and company performance
Date : Thu,May 18, 2017 | Time : 17:00 | Location : ROTANA - L5
Dr. Amir Dhia, Director of Continuing Education Center (CEC), University of Business and Technology (UBT), Information and Knowledge Society Specialist
Beyond academic and classic education, executives need to upgrade and update their knowledge and proficiencies throughout their career lifetime. This workshop aims to highlight the role that Executive Education plays in supporting both unemployed and employed people in career development. It also focuses on how professional training conducted by Executive Education institutes contribute to the performance of companies based on their vision, strategy and expectations.
This workshop also provides concrete insights on company training experiences tailored by Executive Education, and how they meet the competency frameworks of companies and their respective industries.
Last, the workshop reflects on the competency skills and accreditation of UBT’s Degree in Accounting as an example on how university executive education falls in line with professional qualifications.
Audience:
- Company Executives, HR Managers
- Talent Acquisition Managers, Company Training, Learning and Development Managers
- Job seekers
Guest speaker:
Mr. Malek Sarieddine, Regional Business Development Manager, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Project Management Certifications and how to apply the professional PM standards on your educational projects
Date : Thu,May 18, 2017 | Time : 17:00 | Location : KHUDARI - L5
Dr. Raed Skaf, Head of PMO Advisory at KPMG; Eng. Muhammad Khayyat, PMP, BoD Member & VP of Central Region, PMI-KSA Chapter
Project Management workshop provides an overview of the PMI certifications and process to apply for PMP.
For those professionals seeking to manage their projects, this workshop provides the required high-level knowledge and process needed to manage educational projects.
- Understand the value of project management, organizational project management maturity and the PMP® terminology and processes.
- Know an overview of what a PMP® certified project management must know how to apply.
- Know the ten knowledge areas of PMI’s Guide to the PMBOK®.
- Know the five process groups of processes for project management.
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