Overview/Description This course examines noncash compensation methods such as equity programs and noncash rewards. It also discusses common benefits programs such as health coverage and employee assistance programs (EAPs). Fiduciary responsibilities related to compensation and benefits are also examined, particularly Social Security and Medicare. This course outlines the importance of effective and ongoing employee communications regarding organizational compensation and benefits programs, as well as employee self-service technologies. This course is created to help HR professionals...

Overview/Description To formulate successful competitive marketing strategies for your organization, you need to understand your competitors. Who are your key rivals and what drives their marketing decisions? What do they do well and where do they miss the mark? Gathering and analyzing this kind of information is the starting point for developing effective strategies that can increase your competitive advantage and build market share. This course describes a process for developing a competitor intelligence system that enables you to better understand what you're up against and how you can use...

Overview/Description Competitive marketing strategies can help your organization gain market share, minimize the impact of competitors, and increase revenues. These outcomes can only be achieved, however, if organizations understand how to translate their competitive advantages into winning strategies. This course describes the different types of competitive advantages that can help an organization distinguish itself from the competition. It outlines how to choose the most appropriate competitive marketing approach based on those advantages. It also explains the key components of a...

Overview/Description The CompTIA A+ 220-801 examination measures necessary competencies for an entry-level IT professional. Successful candidates will have the knowledge required to assemble components based on customer requirements, install, configure and maintain devices, PCs and software for end users, understand the basics of networking and security/forensics, properly and safely diagnose, resolve and document common hardware and software issues while applying troubleshooting skills. Successful candidates will also provide appropriate customer support; understand the basics of...