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Learning Outcomes

Food Processing Industry and HACCP

Hazard or Risk?

Terms and Definitions

Lesson Summary

This module introduces the learner to the food processing industry, its importance worldwide, and its different sectors, emphasizing the need to ensure the safety of processed foods. The significance of HACCP as the globally recognized food safety system will be reviewed along with the important terms in this regard.

HACCP Prerequisite Programs (PRPs) - Part 1

HACCP Prerequisite Programs (PRPs) - Part 2

HACCP Preliminary Steps

In this module, you will be introduced to the prerequisite programs (PRPs) that have to be in place before the implementation of HACCP system in your food processing establishment. An overview of good practices along with the five preliminary steps of HACCP (the start point of HACCP implementation) will be studied and discussed in detail

The Seven Principles of HACCP (Part 1)

The Seven Principles of HACCP (Part 2)

Practical Application of HACCP

In this module, learners will be introduced to the seven principles of HACCP system and will gain an in-depth knowledge about the implementation of each principle. Moreover, a practical exercise  is included to help learners easily apply the HACCP system within their food establishments.

Implementation of HACCP Food Safety System in the Food Processing Industry - Assessment

Learn how to implement the HACCP food safety system worldwide in this free online food safety and protection course.

Implementation of HACCP Food Safety System in the Food Processing Industry

This food safety course covers the implementation of the ‘Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points’ HACCP food safety system in the food processing industry. We explain how food is protected from contamination while being processed. We also show you how to properly implement the HACCP’s ‘prerequisite programs’ (PRPs) and lay out its preliminary steps and seven principles to make sure that food safety is protected in your establishment.

Introduction and Core Principles of Sales Negotiation

Advanced Negotiation Techniques in High-Value Sales

Core Negotiation Principles and Techniques

Advanced Strategies and Applications in Negotiation

This module will equip you with the skills and techniques essential for successful sales negotiations. We discuss foundational principles and advanced strategies to help you build trust, identify needs, develop mutually beneficial solutions, and close deals effectively. We show you how to manage conflicts and develop strategies for mutual gain.

Course Assessment - Sales Negotiation Essentials: Techniques and Case Studies

Master the art of sales negotiation with proven techniques and real-world case studies in this free online course.

Sales Negotiation Essentials: Techniques and Case Studies

Negotiation is at the heart of every successful sale, yet it’s often misunderstood. This course explores the critical skills needed to transform how you approach sales negotiations, turning challenges into opportunities. You’ll learn how to build trust, identify needs, and craft solutions that benefit everyone. We show you how to handle objections and close deals, including real-world examples, from corporate giants to small businesses.

The Administrator's Role

Organizational Skills

Communication skills

Problem Solving Skills

Cultural Awareness in the Workplace

This module will teach you how to effectively use English in a business setting, understanding the administrator's role, honing organizational skills, refining communication prowess, sharpening problem-solving abilities, and fostering cultural awareness in the workplace.

English for Business Administration - Course assessment

This online English course teaches information that can help your skills and qualifications to be an administrator.

English for Business Administration

Are you ready to unlock your potential in the world of business? Dive into our intensive English for Business Administration course to provide you with vital skills such as understanding the administrator's role, honing organizational skills, refining communication prowess, sharpening problem-solving abilities, and fostering cultural awareness in the workplace. Join us and step into a future of success and opportunity!

Course Overview

Introduction

Fundamentals

Channel Optimisation

Video Optimisation (SEO)

Tools

Final Thoughts

This module will teach you everything you need to know about YouTube marketing. You will learn what is needed to build a successful YouTube channel, including how to choose topics relevant to your audience, check stats from your competitors, and how to use keywords effectively in your title and description.

YouTube Marketing and YouTube SEO Fundamentals Course assessment

Learn the basics of YouTube SEO and how to correctly market your YouTube videos. All in this free online course!

YouTube Marketing and YouTube SEO Fundamentals

Learn the basics of search engine optimisation (SEO), search engine ranking position (SERP), and how to correctly market your YouTube videos with this free online course! You don't need much to make it big on YouTube and this course will give you all the knowledge you need and more!

Vocabulary: Movies and Filmmaking

Grammar 1: Future Perfect Continuous

Grammar 2: Going To

Student Practice: Future Perfect & Future Perfect Continous

This module will teach you essential vocabulary regarding movies and filmmaking. You will learn to use the future perfect and the future perfect continuous.

Learn Spanish: Movies and Future Perfect Continuous Tense - Course Assessment

This free online Spanish course discusses movies and how to use the future perfect and future perfect continuous tense.

Learn Spanish: Movies and Future Perfect Continuous Tense

This Spanish course provides vocabulary pertaining to filmmaking and movies. Study the future perfect and future perfect continuous tenses while comparing them to the future simple tense. Explore how to use the simple future and the verbal periphrasis ‘ir a' for future plans and predictions,  how to use substantive subordinate clauses in the future tense, and how to use the simple conditional to discuss past plans.

Functions of Warehouses in Modern Supply Chains

Challenges and Warehouse Location

Number of Warehouses Required and Design Principles

This module focuses on the basics of warehouse management. We will examine the functions of modern warehouses, important factors of warehouse location and the guiding principles of warehouse design.

Warehouse Equipment and Modern Technology

Principles of Logistics and Outsourcing

Robotics and New Technologies

This module gives you the tools you need to think about and make decisions regarding warehouse technology. We begin by introducing technological equipment commonly used in warehouses. This course also briefly examines outsourcing. We will investigate robotics and finally, we provide you with tips on how to adapt to new technologies.

Receiving Goods

Warehouse Organisation and Storage of Goods

Dispatching Goods and Return Policies

This module guides you through each of the most important warehouse processes, giving you the information you need to ensure things are well organised and run as smoothly as possible. We begin by focusing on the work involved in receiving, organising, and storing products. In addition, we discuss the details involved in dispatching goods. Finally, we cover the challenges posed by increasingly lenient corporate return policies.

Picking Methods

Picking Systems

Picking Equipment

Ways To Improve Picking Productivity

This module discusses the picking process as it relates to warehouse management. We talk about the numerous picking methods and systems available to modern warehouse managers. We also provide you with ways to improve your picking productivity. Finally, we cover the factors you should keep in mind when deciding on the best way to manage your warehouse picking processes.

Warehouse Layout

Inventory, Tracking and Auditing

Inventory Costs and Tech Tips

This module guides you through everything you need to know to become a better inventory manager. We begin by talking about your warehouse layout, helping you optimise product position to help your staff manage inventory levels with ease. We also talk about how to manage and accurately track your inventory, including a discussion about the importance of consistent auditing. Finally, we talk about reducing your inventory costs, giving you a few technological tips and tricks to keep in mind.

Stock

Methods of Stock Verification

Warehouse Reports and Software

This module discusses the most important inventory management tasks: controlling, verifying, and reporting stock. We begin the module by providing you with the best practices for controlling stock movement within a warehouse, along with methods for stock verification. We then discuss the most important reports for warehouse managers to complete. The module closes by offering solutions to common challenges faced by those trying to determine which warehouse management software is best.

The Main Function of Supply Chains

Supply Chain Processes

Supply Chain, Inventory and Troubleshooting

This module talks about the supply chain in detail, giving you information on its main function, along with some common processes. We also talk about ways to optimise your supply chain, improving productivity while cutting back costs. In addition, information about the various inventory decisions you need to make as a warehouse manager is provided. Finally, we talk about troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques, to help your warehouse continue to be a successful part of the supply chain.

The Hiring Process

Disciplinary Issues

Conflict Resolution, Motivating Staff and Legislation

This module outlines the most important staffing issues to keep in mind. Attracting and hiring the best available labour force is the first important step. We also talk about disciplinary techniques, and provide you with conflict resolution tips and tricks. Keeping your workforce engaged and motivated is another important aspect of warehouse management discussed in this module. Finally, we talk about the importance of complying with local legislation.

Developing and Enforcing a Health and Safety Plan

Materials Handling Procedure and Risk Assessment

Mitigating or Minimising Risk and Damage Control

This module covers the importance of warehouse safety. We start by giving you information about developing a comprehensive health and safety plan, followed by a discussion of proper materials handling procedures. Risk assessment is another key part of maintaining a safe warehouse, as is learning how to minimise its effect. Finally, we give you a few things to keep in mind should an emergency or accident occur.

Categories of Warehouse Costs

Slotting and Technology

Training your Staff

This module is the last one in the Warehouse Management course, tying everything you have learned so far together. In this module, we break down the categories of warehouse expenses, helping you identify where your costs go. We then discuss how to manage your labour expenses, as this tends to be where the majority of your budget goes. Slotting is another important thing to consider when thinking about costs, and we talk about its importance as well. Finally, we cover the best uses of technology.

Diploma in Warehouse Management - Assessment

This free online diploma course provides the skills required to be a successful warehouse manager.

Diploma in Warehouse Management

This course teaches you everything you need to know to manage a warehouse. We explore topics like supply chain management, health and safety concerns and managing staff to train you to run an efficient warehouse. We also examine effective technological solutions employed in modern warehouses. This diploma certification course can help to move upwards at work and puts you on a management track.

Recent History of Layoffs

Financial Context

Strategic Shifts

Uncertain Future