Summer is the perfect time to enhance your skill set, whether you’re looking to advance your career, pivot to a new field, or simply learn something new. TSG Training offers a variety of courses tailored to different professional needs and interests. What’s more, conducting professional development during the summer months offers several unique advantages
Why boost skills in summer?
Lighter work schedule
Many industries experience a slowdown during the summer months, which means employees often have a lighter workload. This provides an excellent opportunity to focus on professional development without the usual pressures and deadlines.
Fewer distractions
With colleagues and clients often on holiday, there are typically fewer distractions, allowing for a more concentrated and uninterrupted learning experience.
Mid-year reflection
Summer, in the middle of the calendar year, is ideal for reflecting on the progress of the year’s goals. It allows professionals to assess their achievements and identify areas for improvement.
Strategic planning
Engaging in professional development during the summer can help in strategic planning for the remainder of the year. New skills and knowledge can be immediately applied to enhance productivity and performance.
Competitive edge
Pursuing professional development when others might be taking a break can give you a competitive edge. You’ll be more prepared and skilled when new opportunities arise.
Break from routine
Summer training can provide a refreshing break from the usual work routine, re-energising you and sparking new enthusiasm for your job.
Better absorption of information
With fewer work commitments, individuals can dedicate more time to study and practice, leading to better retention and understanding of new concepts.
What are the top training courses for summer learning?
Software testing courses
Software testing is a growing industry requiring qualified testers to help with increasingly complex software systems. With the market worth more than $45 billion and 52% of IT teams increasing their QA budgets, training in software testing can offer exciting career prospects.
ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
This course is ideal for beginners in software testing. It provides a solid foundation in software testing principles, techniques, and tools.
- Duration: 3 days
- Format: Online and classroom
- Content: Fundamentals of testing, testing throughout the software lifecycle, static techniques, test design techniques, and test management.
Explore our Software Testing Foundation Course.
ISTQB Advanced Test Manager
For those with some experience in software testing, this advanced course dives deeper into managing test teams and projects.
- Duration: 5 days
- Format: Online and classroom
- Content: Testing process, test management, reviews, defect management, and test tools and automation.
Uplevel as an Advanced Test Manager.
Agile Tester Extension
This course is designed for testers working in agile environments, providing them with the necessary skills to thrive in agile projects.
- Duration: 2 days
- Format: Online
- Content: Agile software development, fundamental agile testing principles, practices, and processes, and agile testing techniques.
Increase effectiveness as an Agile Tester.
Business analysis courses
Business analysis training equips individuals with the expertise to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and drive organisational success. Additionally, it fosters a deep understanding of market trends and customer requirements, ensuring businesses remain competitive and responsive to changing demands.
BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis
This course is a great entry point for aspiring business analysts. It covers the basics of business analysis and its importance in project success.
- Duration: 3 days
- Format: Online and classroom
- Content: Business analysis process model, investigation techniques, requirements engineering, and delivering the requirements.
Get started in Business Analysis.
BCS Business Analysis Practice
For those looking to deepen their knowledge, this practitioner-level course focuses on applying business analysis techniques to real-world scenarios.
- Duration: 4 days
- Format: Online
- Content: Strategic analysis in context, stakeholder management, business activity modelling, and making a business case.
Apply new knowledge with practical learning.
Project management courses
Training in Project Management equips individuals with essential skills to plan, execute, and complete projects efficiently, ensuring they meet their goals within scope, time, and budget constraints. It enhances leadership and communication abilities, enabling professionals to manage teams and stakeholders effectively. Additionally, it fosters a systematic approach to risk management and problem-solving, which is crucial for navigating complex project challenges and achieving successful outcomes.
PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner
PRINCE2® is a widely recognised project management methodology, and this combined course prepares you for both the foundation and practitioner levels.
- Duration: 5 days
- Format: Online and classroom
- Content: Principles, themes, and processes of PRINCE2, tailoring PRINCE2 to the project environment, and practical exercises.
Master PRINCE2 with all-inclusive training.
Agile Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (AgilePM®)
For project managers working in agile environments, this course covers the AgilePM® methodology from foundation to practitioner level.
- Duration: 4 days
- Format: Online
- Content: Agile principles and philosophy, roles and responsibilities, the lifecycle of an agile project, and practical application of AgilePM®.
Be ready for anything with Agile Project Management.
How to choose the right course
When deciding which course to take, consider the following factors:
Career goals
Align your course selection with your long-term career aspirations. For example, if you aim to become a project manager, PRINCE2 or AgilePM® offer a certified, transferable skill
Current skill level
Choose a course that matches your current expertise. Beginners might start with foundation courses, while more experienced professionals might opt for advanced or practitioner-level training
Learning style
Consider whether you prefer online or classroom learning, and check if the course format matches your preference
Industry requirements
Some industries may prefer specific certifications. Research the most valued certifications in your field
Investing in training this summer can significantly boost your skills and career prospects. TSG Training offers a wide array of courses across various disciplines, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re new to a field or looking to advance your expertise, these courses provide valuable knowledge and certification to help you achieve your professional goals.
Explore TSG Training’s offerings and take the next step in your career development today.
