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  • From: Merit Network Professional Learning
  • Date: Tue May 03 11:08:28 2011


Merit,
                Professional Learning

Master software asset management
and copyright compliance

June 28-30, 2011 in Grand Rapids

Every organization faces challenges in managing its software assets. Software contracts are complex and have unique terms; users add unauthorized software to organizational computers; devices are retired without attention to the software contained on them; and there is the persistent threat of piracy, placing the organization at legal risk.

Merit Network is pleased to bring to Michigan three courses geared toward helping organizations master their acquisition and ownership of software. Taught by LicenseLogic of Washington, D.C., these courses will be taught in Grand Rapids, Michigan on June 28-30, 2011, replacing the previously announced dates of May 9-10.


Merit first hosted these classes in February, and based on strong demand and positive response we have arranged for a quick return to help continue learning in this important area.

You can take any one of the classes, the first two, or all three. Prices for Merit Member organizations are significantly discounted; additional discounts are available for attending multiple days, and to organizations that send multiple attendees. Merit Members are also eligible for scholarship funding.
Complete information and registration are available now at:

  http://www.merit.edu/learning/csm2

Three levels of mastery

Certified Software Manager (CSM) gives you the skills and credentials you need to diagnose, resolve and manage today's complicated software licensing issues. This course prepares you to take and pass the exam that earns you the widely-recognized Certified Software Manager professional designation. The CSM certification exam is included with your registration.
CSM will be offered on Tuesday, June 28

    Read the CSM data sheet (PDF)
    Read the CSM course syllabus (PDF)

Advanced Software Manager (ASM) was conceived to build upon the Certified Software Manager seminar. ASM delves into the logistics and methods of asset management plan enforcement, vendor management and auditing procedures, as well as many other skills essential for effective asset management. The ASM certification exam is included with your registration.
ASM will be offered on Wednesday, June 29

    Read the ASM data sheet (PDF)
    Read the ASM course syllabus (PDF)

Software Compliance Audit Workshop (SCAW) deals with the software compliance audit process life cycle: initiation, data collection, analytics, reporting, due-diligence, and subsequent process improvement recommendations. The class will help you develop the framework to manage licenses through a Software Asset Management (SAM) program.
SCAW will be offered on Thursday, June 30

    Read the SCAW data sheet (PDF)
    Read the SCAW course syllabus (PDF)

Who should attend?

These classes are highly valuable for any professional with a role in the software life cycle. A sample of those who will benefit from CSM and ASM:
  •      IT Administrators
  •      IT Asset Managers
  •      IT Services Managers
  •      Contracts Managers
  •      Helpdesk and Desktop Support
  •      Network Administrators
  •      Purchasing Managers
  •      Software Licensing Managers
  •      Software Compliance Managers
  •      System Administrators
Organizations can especially benefit by sending multiple staff members in different functional areas, which can help provide thorough understanding and consistent application of policies.

Scholarships available

Through the Merit Professional Learning Scholarship Program, scholarships are available to cover part or all of the registration fees for individuals from Merit Member organizations who have demonstrated financial need. Applications must be received by April 15. Please visit the following page for complete information:

  Learn more and apply for a scholarship

Course details and registration

Pricing for these classes is described in the following table. Pricing for attendees from Merit Member organizations is significantly lower than the standard price of $695 per day, and further savings are available by attending multiple classes or sending multiple attendees from a single organization.
     


1 day
2 days
3 days
Merit Member organization sending one attendee $549 $998 $1447
Merit Member organization sending two or more attendees* $499 $948 $1347
Non-Member $695 $1390 $2085

*To arrange for the multiple-attendee discount, please send email to learning@xxxxxxxxx naming the individuals you plan to have attend, and we will respond with instructions for you to use during registration.

You can be billed for this class after July 1 if you prefer. To request billing after July 1, send email to learning@xxxxxxxxx describing your needs.


Complete information and registration are available now at:

  http://www.merit.edu/learning/csm2


For more information, please contact learning@xxxxxxxxx

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