https://learningnews.comTue, 24 Nov 2020 14:04:54 GMTLearning News RSS Generatorhttps://learningnews.com/images/tpr-twitter-a_400x400.pnghttps://learningnews.comLearning News144144Learning Newsenhttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-partners-with-microsoft-to-launch-latest-impact-academy-microsoft-azureWed, 01 May 2019 09:52:44 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-partners-with-microsoft-to-launch-latest-impact-academy-microsoft-azureQA is pleased to announce, in partnership with Microsoft, the launch of the latest Impact Academy: Microsoft Azure. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-is-teaching-the-nation-to-code-in-a-series-of-coding-workshopsMon, 11 Mar 2019 09:10:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-is-teaching-the-nation-to-code-in-a-series-of-coding-workshopsWorkshops hosted at Northumbria University were opened by Chi Onwurah MP who supports initiative that seeks to address tech diversity and the skills gap in Tyne and Wear. Teach the Nation to Code is a coding workshop run by QA aimed at career changers and graduates to inspire careers in tech and software development. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-signs-collaborative-partnership-with-women-in-tech-wit-networkFri, 08 Mar 2019 16:08:11 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-signs-collaborative-partnership-with-women-in-tech-wit-networkQA is excited to announce a new partnership with the Women in Technology (WIT) Network – an organisation that is going from strength to strength and is predicted to be the largest network of women in technology in the world]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/uks-first-female-cyber-security-apprenticeship-achiever-earns-highest-possible-gradeFri, 08 Mar 2019 16:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/uks-first-female-cyber-security-apprenticeship-achiever-earns-highest-possible-gradeQA cyber security apprentice Stephanie Haynes of HORIBA MIRA just became the first woman in the UK to successfully complete the Cyber Security Technologist Level 4 apprenticeship programme – and she knocked her end-point assessment out of the park with a Distinction, the highest possible grade achieved by only one other learner so far.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-celebrates-national-apprenticeship-week-with-a-reception-in-parliamentFri, 08 Mar 2019 16:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-celebrates-national-apprenticeship-week-with-a-reception-in-parliamentBrexit talks were set aside – in the grand Terrace Pavilion of the House of Commons at least – on Tuesday 5th March as employers, apprentices and Parliamentarians gathered to celebrate the life-transforming power of apprenticeships for National Apprenticeships Week (NAW).]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-apprenticeships-launches-podcast-series-to-help-young-people-future-proof-careersWed, 30 Jan 2019 09:57:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-apprenticeships-launches-podcast-series-to-help-young-people-future-proof-careersQA Apprenticeships has launched a career podcast series helping young people just starting out in the world of work to “future-proof” their job prospects. The FutureProof Careers podcast assesses today’s job market, raises important career questions and helps young people set themselves up now for future career success.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-on-a-mission-to-boost-tech-diversity-by-signing-tech-talent-charterWed, 16 Jan 2019 16:22:31 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2019/qa-on-a-mission-to-boost-tech-diversity-by-signing-tech-talent-charterQA has signed the Tech Talent Charter (TTC) as part of its ongoing commitment to break down career barriers, bridge the UK’s skills gap, promote a diverse workforce and support women in tech. Founded by employers across the recruitment, tech and social enterprise fields, the Tech Talent Charter (TTC) brings together industries and organisations to drive diversity and address gender imbalance in technology roles. The government supported the TTC in its UK Digital Strategy policy paper published in March 2017.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/1000-learners-enroll-on-degree-apprenticeship-programmesWed, 19 Dec 2018 14:17:19 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/1000-learners-enroll-on-degree-apprenticeship-programmesQA, the UK’s largest tech skills provider, celebrated a major milestone this month by placing its 1,000th learner in a degree apprenticeship role – changing the higher education game by offering new, socially mobile career routes into advanced and in-demand industries.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-boosts-cyber-security-training-portfolio-with-infosec-skills-acquisitionTue, 18 Dec 2018 11:09:01 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-boosts-cyber-security-training-portfolio-with-infosec-skills-acquisitionAcquisition means QA now offers the broadest range of cyber accreditations in the UK ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-raises-the-bar-of-online-training-effectiveness-with-the-launch-of-impact-academiesThu, 08 Nov 2018 15:14:43 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-raises-the-bar-of-online-training-effectiveness-with-the-launch-of-impact-academiesQA is pleased to announce the launch of its new innovative online training programme, QA Impact Academies.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/re-skilling-the-workforceWed, 31 Oct 2018 09:54:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/re-skilling-the-workforceListen to QA's Director of Enterprise at this year's Learning Live event discuss the importance of investing in the workforce of the future. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-is-pleased-to-announce-a-partnership-with-the-antisocial-engineer-limitedFri, 26 Oct 2018 14:49:52 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-is-pleased-to-announce-a-partnership-with-the-antisocial-engineer-limitedQA, the leader in IT and business skills training, is pleased to announce its partnership with The AntiSocial Engineer Limited. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-chosen-to-deliver-leadership-academy-for-socitmTue, 11 Sep 2018 10:41:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-chosen-to-deliver-leadership-academy-for-socitmSocitm, the professional association for digital leaders in local public services, has announced it will partner up with QA to offer its largest and most comprehensive approach to leadership development.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-has-signed-a-partnership-agreement-with-pecb-united-kingdomWed, 22 Aug 2018 09:39:35 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-has-signed-a-partnership-agreement-with-pecb-united-kingdomQA, the leader in IT and business skills training, is pleased to announce a collaborative partnership with PECB UK, to further establish PECB training courses in the UK market.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-becomes-a-crest-approved-training-providerFri, 24 Aug 2018 08:38:19 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-becomes-a-crest-approved-training-providerQA, the leader in IT and business skills training, is pleased to announce it is now a CREST approved training provider.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-announces-partnership-with-sikerTue, 19 Jun 2018 16:47:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/qa-announces-partnership-with-sikerQA, the leader in IT and business skills training, is pleased to announce its partnership with Siker (part of the HS and TC Group), the leading Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Security training company. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/successful-technology-adoption-its-all-about-the-userTue, 24 Apr 2018 10:00:01 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/successful-technology-adoption-its-all-about-the-userQA's Director of Digital Adoption, Tessa Swithenby, talks about the importance of user adoption in transformation projects and how it can be achieved. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/how-do-organisations-demonstrate-accountability-for-gdpr-complianceFri, 27 Apr 2018 10:00:01 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/how-do-organisations-demonstrate-accountability-for-gdpr-complianceQA Cyber Security Trainer, James Aguilan, outlines steps towards demonstrating compliance with the GDPR. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/cryptocurrency-mining-does-the-reward-outweigh-the-costThu, 19 Apr 2018 12:40:46 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2018/cryptocurrency-mining-does-the-reward-outweigh-the-costQA Cyber Security Trainer, James Aguilan, looks at the practice of mining cryptocurrency. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/qa-listed-as-2017-top-20-it-training-companyMon, 11 Dec 2017 17:40:24 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/qa-listed-as-2017-top-20-it-training-companyTraining Industry has announced its Top 20 IT Training Companies List, celebrating the best providers of IT training services in support of corporate learning and development. QA, the UK’s leading provider of professional training, has featured for a fifth consecutive year.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/qa-awarded-with-google-cloud-platform-premier-partnership-statusTue, 12 Sep 2017 15:06:11 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/qa-awarded-with-google-cloud-platform-premier-partnership-statusQA, the UK’s leading provider of professional training has announced that they have become one of the first UK training organisations to be awarded with Premier Partnership status enabling them to deliver authorised Google Cloud Platform training and certifications.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/cvc-capital-partners-fund-vi-agrees-to-acquire-qa-groupMon, 19 Jun 2017 15:33:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/cvc-capital-partners-fund-vi-agrees-to-acquire-qa-groupBregal Investments ('Bregal') and CVC Capital Partners ('CVC') announced today that funds managed by Bregal Capital LLP and advised by EMK Capital LLP ('EMK') have agreed to sell QA, the UK's leading provider of IT education and skills, to CVC Fund VI.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/google-cloud-training-gives-organisations-more-options-in-their-journey-to-the-cloudFri, 28 Apr 2017 12:31:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/google-cloud-training-gives-organisations-more-options-in-their-journey-to-the-cloudQA, the UK’s leading provider of professional training has announced today that they have become one of the first UK partner organisations to deliver Google Cloud Platform training and certifications.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/new-insight-reveals-record-number-of-university-students-dropped-out-of-their-course-at-christmas-Mon, 23 Jan 2017 10:47:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/new-insight-reveals-record-number-of-university-students-dropped-out-of-their-course-at-christmas-During the Christmas period QA Apprenticeships saw a 25% increase in applications, compared to last year. Over 10,000 young people throughout the UK wanted to change direction, to take an apprenticeship rather than going back to University, after the Christmas break. Insight published in Nov 2016 proved tech apprenticeships can be worth more than a university degree – and uni students are taking note.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/qa-supports-aws-restart-to-boost-cloud-computing-training-skills-and-employment-in-the-ukWed, 18 Jan 2017 13:41:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2017/qa-supports-aws-restart-to-boost-cloud-computing-training-skills-and-employment-in-the-ukQA Consulting to train 1000 young adults and military veterans in cloud computing technologies, working together with Amazon Web Services, The Prince's Trust and the Ministry of Defence (MoD)]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/uk-tech-apprentice-22-to-get-voice-heard-at-european-parliamentTue, 15 Nov 2016 13:49:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/uk-tech-apprentice-22-to-get-voice-heard-at-european-parliamentUK tech apprentice Satveer Kaur-Singh, age 22, is called to present at the European Parliament in Brussels, to get her voice heard ...QA apprentice shares her experience to contribute to debate with European ministers and industry heads.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-consulting-strengthens-it-process-automation-practice-with-senior-appointmentMon, 14 Nov 2016 11:47:50 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-consulting-strengthens-it-process-automation-practice-with-senior-appointmentQA's innovative tech consulting business, QA Consulting, hires Accenture's UK&I Director of Pega Practice.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-announces-the-acquisition-of-the-training-foundation-limitedFri, 04 Nov 2016 09:28:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-announces-the-acquisition-of-the-training-foundation-limitedQA announces the acquisition of The Training Foundation Limited, provider of one of the UK’s leading training accreditation programmes, The Training Accreditation Programme (TAP).]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-opens-new-consultancy-delivery-centre-in-telfordThu, 03 Nov 2016 15:48:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-opens-new-consultancy-delivery-centre-in-telfordTech consulting innovators, QA Consulting, have ventured into Shropshire creating 50 local jobs, as they help to bridge the local digital skills gap.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/a-new-way-in-digital-learning-qa-online-itil-academyThu, 12 May 2016 11:41:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/a-new-way-in-digital-learning-qa-online-itil-academyQA, the UK leader in IT and business skills training, has launched an Online ITIL® Academy, as part of a planned series including: Project Management, Cyber Security, Business Systems Development and App and Web Development. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-backs-uk-freelancers-to-help-fill-the-skills-gap-by-sponsoring-the-ipse-qa-freelancer-awards-2016Tue, 10 May 2016 10:30:29 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-backs-uk-freelancers-to-help-fill-the-skills-gap-by-sponsoring-the-ipse-qa-freelancer-awards-2016QA is pleased to announce its’ headline sponsorship of this year’s IPSE, the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed, annual Freelancer Awards which recognise the UK’s best independent professionals. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-launches-cyber-training-labMon, 11 Apr 2016 10:08:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-launches-cyber-training-labCustom-Built Facility Enables Enterprises to Simulate a Cyber-Attack and Learn to Practice Defending their Systems and Data]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-warns-were-operating-in-the-cyber-security-stone-age-when-it-comes-to-the-internet-of-thingsThu, 07 Apr 2016 15:08:11 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-warns-were-operating-in-the-cyber-security-stone-age-when-it-comes-to-the-internet-of-thingsFifth Annual Internet of Things Day, April 9th 2016. As the technology industry prepares to celebrate technical achievements in connecting objects together, the UK’s largest training provider, QA, warns that from a security perspective, the IoT is broken. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-warns-on-over-reliance-on-technology-by-uk-firms-on-world-backup-dayWed, 30 Mar 2016 18:18:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-warns-on-over-reliance-on-technology-by-uk-firms-on-world-backup-day'True data protection, and true data security, starts with training your people' says QA Technical Director. Many backup vendors have been touting their wares ahead of World Backup Day (March 31, 2016). In response, the UK’s largest training provider, QA, is warning firms not to try and solve the problem by simply buying more technology. Instead, QA is counselling a more holistic approach to backup and data protection – one that gives training and education of staff equal billing to technology investment.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-receives-directors-award-from-red-hatThu, 17 Mar 2016 14:06:55 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-receives-directors-award-from-red-hatQA, the UK leader in IT and business skills training, has been presented with a Director’s Award from Red Hat. Red Hat, the world's leading provider of open source software solutions, gives one Director's Award a year to partners that go the extra-mile in their work with Red Hat.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-receives-hortonworks-emea-training-partner-of-the-year-awardWed, 16 Mar 2016 17:54:38 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2016/qa-receives-hortonworks-emea-training-partner-of-the-year-awardQA, the UK leader in IT and business skills training, has been presented with the EMEA Training Partner of the Year Award from Hortonworks.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2015/survey-from-qa-reveals-how-uk-businesses-plan-to-tackle-cyber-security-threats-in-2016Thu, 26 Nov 2015 10:08:24 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2015/survey-from-qa-reveals-how-uk-businesses-plan-to-tackle-cyber-security-threats-in-2016Despite eight out of ten IT decision makers experiencing a data or cyber security breach in their organisation in 2015, less than one-third plan to invest in cyber security technologies in 2016.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2015/qa-strengthens-its-ability-to-provide-it-talent-for-uk-plc-and-the-public-sector-by-acquiring-netbuiThu, 10 Sep 2015 18:45:06 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2015/qa-strengthens-its-ability-to-provide-it-talent-for-uk-plc-and-the-public-sector-by-acquiring-netbuiQA, the leader in IT and business skills training, has acquired NETbuilder Academy, a leading provider of STEM-graduate consultants providing specialist IT skills into Clients.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-information-security-course-now-accredited-by-cesgFri, 28 Nov 2014 10:08:22 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-information-security-course-now-accredited-by-cesgQA shows commitment to providing high quality cyber security training with CESG-accredited course.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-listed-as-2014-top-20-it-training-companyMon, 24 Nov 2014 10:44:28 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-listed-as-2014-top-20-it-training-companyTrainingIndustry.com globally recognises QA Learning as a top IT training provider]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-provides-training-for-the-recently-launched-tech-partnership-training-fundThu, 30 Oct 2014 09:08:17 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-provides-training-for-the-recently-launched-tech-partnership-training-fundQA supports the Tech Partnership Training Fund, a government-funded scheme for employers to invest more heavily in IT training.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-to-boost-graduate-employability-with-the-qa-gateway-programmeTue, 14 Oct 2014 12:36:33 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-to-boost-graduate-employability-with-the-qa-gateway-programmeNamed the ‘QA Gateway Programme’ it is designed to improve employability for thousands of high-calibre graduates looking to enter the increasingly diverse world of IT. Through the programme QA aims to become one of the UKs leading graduate employers – fast tracking the careers of young people into the increasingly competitive IT market.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/3d-printing-partnership-between-qa-limited-and-objectformFri, 15 Aug 2014 12:15:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/3d-printing-partnership-between-qa-limited-and-objectformWith the demand for 3D Printing technology growing rapidly and a thirst from business to know how this technology will impact processes and markets globally, today has seen a new partnership formed between QA, one of the UK’s leading learning companies and ObjectForm, a tech start-up specialising in 3D Printing. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/number-of-school-leavers-demanding-it-apprenticeships-doublesThu, 14 Aug 2014 13:21:41 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/number-of-school-leavers-demanding-it-apprenticeships-doublesNot going to uni - applications for IT apprenticeships at an all-time high in the lead-up to A Level results day 2014, says top apprenticeship firm]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-shortlisted-for-the-personnel-today-hr-supplier-partnership-award-2014-(1)Wed, 13 Aug 2014 14:45:47 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-shortlisted-for-the-personnel-today-hr-supplier-partnership-award-2014-(1)QA has been shortlisted for a HR Supplier Partnership Award, the category that recognises the achievements of suppliers of products and services in relation to a HR client.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-partners-with-tour-de-france-hub-2014-to-train-10000-volunteersMon, 14 Jul 2014 10:21:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-partners-with-tour-de-france-hub-2014-to-train-10000-volunteersQA selected to provide training to largest volunteer programme for the Tour de France.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/alex-small-qa-apprentice-named-microsoft-apprentice-of-2014Wed, 25 Jun 2014 10:39:25 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/alex-small-qa-apprentice-named-microsoft-apprentice-of-2014IT Apprentice at London-based Penman IT wins over judges at Microsoft’s parliamentary award ceremony – one of six awards given to QA Apprenticeships partners on the day.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-apprenticeships-leads-the-pack-to-take-tech-industry-gold-accreditationWed, 07 May 2014 16:36:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-apprenticeships-leads-the-pack-to-take-tech-industry-gold-accreditationQA Apprenticeships has become the first provider in the UK to be licensed to offer Tech Industry Gold apprenticeships – the employer-designed programmes that equip young people with the skills for a career in technology.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-partners-with-computing-magazine-for-securing-talent-initiativeMon, 14 Apr 2014 12:00:13 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-partners-with-computing-magazine-for-securing-talent-initiativeQA and Computing team up to combat cyber security skills gap.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-launches-substantial-recruitment-drive-due-to-high-customer-demandWed, 02 Apr 2014 11:08:59 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-launches-substantial-recruitment-drive-due-to-high-customer-demandQA, the education and skills group which encompasses QA Learning, QA Apprenticeships, QA Higher Education and QA Executive Masters, today announced a significant and immediate sales and relationship management recruitment programme which will result in more than 50 new jobs across the UK. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-opens-state-of-the-art-training-centre-in-st-james-gate-newcastle-to-meet-growing-demandTue, 01 Apr 2014 14:25:04 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-opens-state-of-the-art-training-centre-in-st-james-gate-newcastle-to-meet-growing-demandQA, the UK-based training company that transforms performance through learning, opened a new state-of-the-art training centre in St James’ Gate, Newcastle, on Monday, 31st March 2014.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-to-deliver-hortonworks-apache-hadoop-20-training-in-the-ukMon, 10 Mar 2014 09:13:46 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-to-deliver-hortonworks-apache-hadoop-20-training-in-the-ukQA joins Hortonworks Certified Partner network as the largest UK training partner.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-wins-best-training-provider-for-the-contractoruk-readers-awards-2013Wed, 29 Jan 2014 11:31:07 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2014/qa-wins-best-training-provider-for-the-contractoruk-readers-awards-2013IT contractors nominate QA as Best Training Provider]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2013/qa-to-deliver-amazon-web-services-training-in-the-ukTue, 01 Oct 2013 11:03:05 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2013/qa-to-deliver-amazon-web-services-training-in-the-ukQA joins Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner Network (APN); AWS-authorised training courses now available from QA.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2013/qa-opens-state-of-the-art-training-centre-in-leeds-city-exchange-to-meet-growing-demandFri, 06 Sep 2013 10:10:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2013/qa-opens-state-of-the-art-training-centre-in-leeds-city-exchange-to-meet-growing-demandQA, the global training company that transforms performance through learning, opened a new state of the art training centre, in Leeds City Exchange on Tuesday, 3rd September 2013.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2013/qa-trainers-named-vexperts-by-vmware-Wed, 05 Jun 2013 11:04:23 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2013/qa-trainers-named-vexperts-by-vmware-Trainers Bryan O’Connor and Andy Fox recognised by VMware in its 2013 vExperts list]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2013/qa-wins-its-second-social-learning-gold-Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:34:08 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2013/qa-wins-its-second-social-learning-gold-Learning company’s social learning platform delivers award winning results. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2012/qa-launches-enhanced-prince2-course-to-bridge-gap-between-knowledge-and-implementation-(1)Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:51:27 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2012/qa-launches-enhanced-prince2-course-to-bridge-gap-between-knowledge-and-implementation-(1)QA incorporates soft skills and project management tools into training that goes beyond typical industry standards to help create more effective project managers.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2012/qa-features-in-top-20-global-training-outsourcing-companies-list-for-4th-yearFri, 30 Mar 2012 15:30:41 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2012/qa-features-in-top-20-global-training-outsourcing-companies-list-for-4th-yearQA is delighted to be included in TrainingIndustry.com's The Top 20 Global Training Outsourcing Companies list 2012, for the fourth year in a row. The list recognises those companies that have demonstrated expertise and experience in managing Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) engagements as well as creating a significant impact on the industry. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2012/new-prince2-professional-qualification-urges-project-managers-to-prove-themselves-Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:56:59 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2012/new-prince2-professional-qualification-urges-project-managers-to-prove-themselves-PRINCE2® Professional, a new qualification from the APMG, which launched on the 30 January 2012, will independently certify an individual’s ability to understand and effectively apply the PRINCE2 methodology.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2012/globally-recognised-green-project-management-courses-now-available-exclusively-at-qaTue, 24 Jan 2012 13:42:48 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2012/globally-recognised-green-project-management-courses-now-available-exclusively-at-qaQA, the global training company that transforms performance through learning, today announced that it has signed an exclusive partnership agreement with Green Project Management Ltd to deliver a range of fully accredited and globally recognised sustainable project management courses.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-launches-new-togaf™-training-coursesMon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-launches-new-togaf™-training-coursesQA, the UK’s leading training company, has added The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF™) courses to its fast-growing enterprise architecture portfolio.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-launches-new-enterprise-and-solution-architecture-coursesWed, 22 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-launches-new-enterprise-and-solution-architecture-coursesThe UK’s leading training company, QA, is expanding its business analysis training portfolio with three new ISEB-accredited courses.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-announces-the-launch-of-its-certification-focused-accelerated-microsoft-training-coursesMon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-announces-the-launch-of-its-certification-focused-accelerated-microsoft-training-coursesQA, the UK's leading IT training company, and Europe's largest provider of Microsoft training, has responded to customer demand and a new Microsoft Partner Programme by launching a new range of accelerated Microsoft training programmes]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-helps-scottish-businesses-with-funded-trainingFri, 17 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-helps-scottish-businesses-with-funded-trainingQA, the UK’s leading training company, is helping small Scottish businesses benefit from up to £500 funding, per employee, for training.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-announces-the-launch-of-new-itil-specialist-qualificationsWed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-announces-the-launch-of-new-itil-specialist-qualificationsQA, the UK’s leading training company, is to launch the British Computing Society’s new Specialist Qualifications in IT Service Management.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa,-the-uk’s-leading-training-company,-partners-with-businessgenetics®-to-deliver-a-series-of-exclusive-business-(process)-modelling-seminarsMon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa,-the-uk’s-leading-training-company,-partners-with-businessgenetics®-to-deliver-a-series-of-exclusive-business-(process)-modelling-seminarsBusinessGenetics pioneered the (eXtended) Business Modelling Language® (BML™), a revolutionary business modelling methodology that provides a new, scientific view of the business world and enables a quantum leap in business understanding, insights, and improvement.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-extends-its-management-training-offerings-through-partnership-with-the-institute-of-leadership-and-management-Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-extends-its-management-training-offerings-through-partnership-with-the-institute-of-leadership-and-management-QA, the UK’s leading training company, is now working with the Institute of Leadership and Management to deliver ILM-accredited training programmes.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-expands-market-leading-green-it-training-portfolioTue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-expands-market-leading-green-it-training-portfolioLeading training company QA launches new courses to further extend its lead in the emerging Green IT training market.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-launches-itil®-(v3)-foundation-elearning-Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-launches-itil®-(v3)-foundation-elearning-The UK’s leading training company, QA, has launched its new ITIL (V3) Foundation eLearning course – designed to provide a high-quality, easily accessible, value-for-money ITIL training solution.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/strong-year-end-figures-show-qa-bucking-industry-trends-during-turbulent-timesMon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/strong-year-end-figures-show-qa-bucking-industry-trends-during-turbulent-timesThe year-end results for QA, the UK's leading training company, show an increase in profit and net cash as the company continues its outstanding performance, despite difficult trading conditions.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-again-confirmed-as-uk’s-top-training-companyTue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-again-confirmed-as-uk’s-top-training-companyIndependent training research company Pardo Fox confirms QA’s status as the UK’s top training provider for the fifth year in succession.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-employee-to-cycle-across-the-uk-for-charity-from-lands-end-to-john-ogroats-in-14-days!Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-employee-to-cycle-across-the-uk-for-charity-from-lands-end-to-john-ogroats-in-14-days!Mary Payne, a QA customer service representative is used to looking after customers needs the length and breadth of the UK, but in June she takes this to a greater level.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-provides-training-to-help-organisations-understand-the-new-equality-act-2010Thu, 06 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-provides-training-to-help-organisations-understand-the-new-equality-act-2010QA leads the market with new training workshops and toolkits to help organisations understand and comply with the Equality Act 2010.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/lord-digby-jones-future-vision-recognised-by-qa-apprentices-recent-visit-to-microsoft-uk-hq-Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/lord-digby-jones-future-vision-recognised-by-qa-apprentices-recent-visit-to-microsoft-uk-hq-Apprentices get inspired by future technologies and Lord Digby Jones urges employers to recognise apprentices as the future.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-outstanding-in-outsourcingTue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-outstanding-in-outsourcing2010 – QA did it again. To consolidate their position as the learning services company of choice in the UK, QA, has been recognised for its outstanding performance and industry innovation and impact in Managed Learning Services, for another year running. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-leads-at-hrd-2010-with-training-courses-for-people-focused-organisationsWed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-leads-at-hrd-2010-with-training-courses-for-people-focused-organisationsAt HRD 2010, leading training company QA is to showcase training programmes that are designed to help organisations develop their focus on the people within their business.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-introduces-new-efficient-and-ethical-concepts-to-the-service-desk-it-support-showMon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-introduces-new-efficient-and-ethical-concepts-to-the-service-desk-it-support-showAt the 2010 Service Desk and IT Support Show, QA will demonstrate its new Service Management Learning Consultancy and training programmes to help organisations become more efficient, profitable and ethical.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-nominated-in-green-it-magazine-awards-Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-nominated-in-green-it-magazine-awards-QA, the UK’s leading IT training company, has been nominated in two categories in the Green IT magazine awards for 2009.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-celebrates-national-apprenticeship-week-2010-by-creating-more-it-apprenticeship-placesSun, 07 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-celebrates-national-apprenticeship-week-2010-by-creating-more-it-apprenticeship-placesGovernment-funded training for 16-19* year olds provides valuable source of IT skills for employers. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-identified-in-sunday-times-survey-as-growth-leaderWed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-identified-in-sunday-times-survey-as-growth-leaderIn this year’s Sunday Times Deloitte Buyout Track survey, QA has been identified as one of the UK’s top 100 performing private-equity backed companies.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-named-as-one-of-the-world’s-top-twenty-leadership-training-companiesThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-named-as-one-of-the-world’s-top-twenty-leadership-training-companiesQA has been named as a ‘2010 Top Leadership Training Company’ by leading industry website TrainingIndustry.com.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-appointed-by-sdi-as-their-first-approved-audit-partnerMon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-appointed-by-sdi-as-their-first-approved-audit-partnerThe Service Desk Institute (SDI) today announced the appointment of QA Ltd as an Approved Audit Partner to deliver the internationally recognised Service Desk Certification Audit Programme. ]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-wins-award-for-service-management-at-itsmf-awardsWed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-wins-award-for-service-management-at-itsmf-awardsQA has proven the quality of its service management training once again, scooping this year’s itSMF award for UK Service Management Trainer of the Year.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-launches-innovative-prince2®-elearning-using-latest-3d-technologyTue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2010/qa-launches-innovative-prince2®-elearning-using-latest-3d-technologyQA has launched a new range of eLearning, focusing on its market-leading PRINCE2 project management courses. Developed by in-house experts, the eLearning includes ‘as live’ role play and a wide range of supporting interactive learning tools. It is fully accredited by the APMG.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-sells-systems-division-and-plans-to-grow-training-businessThu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-sells-systems-division-and-plans-to-grow-training-businessQA, the UK’s leading provider of learning solutions, has further strengthened its position in the UK training market through the sale of its sister company, solutions provider IQ Sys.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-acquires-remarc-to-provide-the-widest-range-of-training-in-the-north-delivering-more-courses,-more-often,-from-more-locationsMon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-acquires-remarc-to-provide-the-widest-range-of-training-in-the-north-delivering-more-courses,-more-often,-from-more-locationsRemarc has today become part of QA, following the acquisition of the company. By joining QA, Remarc customers will have access to a wider schedule of training courses, across a greater number of subject areas and in more locations.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/outsourcing-training-to-qa-provides-new-opportunties-for-learning-development-staffFri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/outsourcing-training-to-qa-provides-new-opportunties-for-learning-development-staffAn outsourced learning service implemented by QA for News International has successfully transitioned the organisation’s Learning & Development to QA, and has created new opportunities for the in-house training team.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/customers-benefit-from-long-term-partnership-with-qa-ftse-100-businesses-choose-qa-to-deliver-managed-learning-servicesTue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/customers-benefit-from-long-term-partnership-with-qa-ftse-100-businesses-choose-qa-to-deliver-managed-learning-servicesQA’s Managed Learning Service has had a significant vote of approval from its customers, with several major contract renewals already in 2009. British Airways extended its Managed Service with QA for a further two years; BSkyB has renewed its service contract for a further 2 years; and QA has also been selected as a Master Vendor for eighteen subject and vendor curriculum areas for BT.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-leads-it-training-top-50-announced-as-number-one-uk-technical-training-provider Tue, 26 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-leads-it-training-top-50-announced-as-number-one-uk-technical-training-provider QA has again been placed top of the UK IT training market in 2009, reporting revenues over four times that of its nearest competitor. The report, published annually by IT Training magazine, shows QA leading the top 50 providers.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-celebrates-national-apprenticeship-week-more-young-learners-start-6-month-development-programmeMon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-celebrates-national-apprenticeship-week-more-young-learners-start-6-month-development-programmeQA, the UK’s leading learning services provider, has kicked off National Apprenticeship Week (23-27th February) by celebrating a group of new learners taking their first steps towards achieving its new Credit-based apprenticeship Diploma qualification.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-named-amongst-top-20-training-outsourcing-companies-worldwideWed, 18 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-named-amongst-top-20-training-outsourcing-companies-worldwideQA’s Managed Learning Service has been selected as one of the top 20 training outsourcing companies in the world by TrainingIndustry.com. The 'Top 20' list recognises the leading training outsourcing companies for the high quality of their services and comprehensive capabilities.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-brings-suppliers-together-to-create-comprehensive-managed-vendor-solution-Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2009/qa-brings-suppliers-together-to-create-comprehensive-managed-vendor-solution-QA has further enhanced its Global Reach supplier management programme to remove both risk and administrative pain from the training procurement process.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/qa-iq-and-xpertise-join-to-create-new-learning-provider-qa-xpertise-provides-enhanced-breadth-and-depth-of-curriculumMon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/qa-iq-and-xpertise-join-to-create-new-learning-provider-qa-xpertise-provides-enhanced-breadth-and-depth-of-curriculumQA-IQ Group has today announced that its offer to acquire Xpertise Group PLC has been declared wholly unconditional. As two of the leading companies in the delivery of training to technology departments, the combination of the strengths, experience and knowledge of the organisations will provide significant benefit for existing customers and new opportunities for future development.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/qa-iq-appoints-director-of-professional-best-practice jeff-payne-to-lead-business-unitThu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/qa-iq-appoints-director-of-professional-best-practice jeff-payne-to-lead-business-unitQA-IQ has appointed its first Director of Professional Best Practice to lead and develop a new business unit. Jeff Payne, previously Head of the Service Management Practice at QA-IQ, will broaden his focus from August 2008 to include the Project and Programme Management and Business Analysis and Systems Development Practices as well as ensuring the continued success of the fast-growing Service Management portfolio.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/seek-success-with-franklincovey-courses-from-qa-iq-new-workshops-improve-personal,-organisational-and-team-performanceMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/seek-success-with-franklincovey-courses-from-qa-iq-new-workshops-improve-personal,-organisational-and-team-performanceQA-IQ has today launched a new relationship with FranklinCovey in the UK. The first exciting new workshops available are based on Stephen Covey's hugely influential bestseller, '7 Habits of Highly Effective People'. Improve your personal performance as an individual, a manager and as a leader, in the workshops available from July 2008.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/exciting-new-management-qualification-from-qa-iqaccredited-by-middlesex-universitys-institute-for-work-based-learningTue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/exciting-new-management-qualification-from-qa-iqaccredited-by-middlesex-universitys-institute-for-work-based-learningQA-IQ has today launched a new accredited programme for management development in a unique partnership with Middlesex University's Institute for Work Based Learning. This degree-level qualification combines the flexibility of building knowledge through QA-IQ's renowned 'Art of People' courses with guided learning in the workplace to embed skills and deliver hands-on experience. The programme will be completed by a work based assignment, applying the skills learnt directly to a relevant project.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/qa-iq-service-management-practice-leads-on-itil-v3-principal-lecturers-ready-to-lead-the-way-with-managers-bridge-courseTue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/qa-iq-service-management-practice-leads-on-itil-v3-principal-lecturers-ready-to-lead-the-way-with-managers-bridge-courseQA-IQ is ready to lead the way for the popular ITIL Version 3 Managers Bridge course. The company’s first seven Principal Lecturers have already taken the Bridge exam, achieving a 100% pass rate.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/qa-iq-launches-exciting-new-programme-at-hrd-courses-lead-to-university-accreditation-Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2008/qa-iq-launches-exciting-new-programme-at-hrd-courses-lead-to-university-accreditation-QA-IQ, the UK’s leading learning company, will be launching an exciting new partnership for degree-level accreditation of its ‘Art of People’ management and personal development courses at this year’s HRD event.]]>https://learningnews.com/news/qa/2007/ensure-effective-training-spend-with-skills-mapping-qa-iq-shares-expertise-at-sfia-conference-and-exhibitionWed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMThttps://learningnews.com/news/qa/2007/ensure-effective-training-spend-with-skills-mapping-qa-iq-shares-expertise-at-sfia-conference-and-exhibitionOrganisations gain significantly improved value from their training spend by using structured assessment to identify skills gaps and manage the capabilities of their staff, according to learning services provider QA-IQ.]]>