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The new Business and Careers Institute in Sydney is set to help Australian workers improve productivity and achieve more in less time.

Launched this month by experienced trainers Valerie Khoo and Paul Neale, the Business and Careers Institute is a training centre dedicated to “making technology simple” and offers short courses in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and more.

“This is responding to the real need for computer software courses that are fun and interesting,” said Valerie. “This demand has increased over the past couple of years as the technological ‘gap’ has widened for many people.

“A generation ago, you were someone who knew how to touch type – or not. These days, you have people in the workplace who range from being able to use software to perform complex economic modelling, and others who barely know how to open a file.”

Valerie said most people barely use a fraction of the functions in everyday computer applications like Word, Excel and Outlook. “Many people complain about becoming a slave to technology,” said Valerie. “But when you know how to use it properly, technology can set you free. It can help you do you work in half the time, which can lead to better career prospects and performance.

“Our courses show that technology can be simple to understand when you have dynamic presenters who can cater to whatever level you’re at.” The Business and Careers Institute in Sydney offers courses from beginners to advanced levels.

Apart from being a self-confessed tech evangelist, Valerie is also author of five books and founded the successful Sydney Writers’ Centre, also in Milsons Point. “I’m passionate about creating fun and enjoyable learning environments,” said Valerie. “I’ve partnered with a very talented trainer and IT guru, Paul Neale.” Paul is also a popular presenter at the University of Sydney’s Centre of Continuing Education.

Students learn on a state of the art computer network in training premises that has been custom-designed to be interactive and creative. Valerie added: “I’m so excited to launch the Business and Careers Institute. It’s going to be a wonderful hub for the business community and for anyone who wants to get the most out of technology.”

For more information:
Valerie Khoo, (02) 9929 9237
courses@bcinstitute.com.au
www.bcinstitute.com.au