Features
Wondering why umbel is the must-have tool for every manager? Here are some of the reasons we’ve discovered to date…
- All you need is an internet connection.
- umbel is hosted centrally on our independent servers, so there’s no need for you to install any user software.
- umbel doesn’t use sophisticated animations or graphics, so it only requires a low bandwidth.
- Straight-forward navigation
- Choose from the Quick search function, Category search, or desktop widget to get the help you need… fast!
- Read through an entire module in only 20-30 minutes.
- Each module is restricted to 3 key points, making umbel waffle-free learning.
- You’re free to dip in and out for as little, or as much support as you need.
- You can implement the practical ‘Ideas to try’ in approx 3-5 hours.
- Currently umbel offers over 70 titles/modules.
- 4 new titles are added every 3 months.
Each umbel module is broken down into the sections below, so you can choose to complete the whole module, or just pick out the bits you need.
Snapshot – A summary of the module, and an indication of any pre-requisite knowledge.
Tell me why – The benefits of completing the module for you and your organisation.
Tell me how – The key learning points, demonstrated with examples.
Quick quiz – The validation section; an opportunity for you to demonstrate your understanding of the subject.
Ideas to try – The practical section, where you are given support to transfer the learning into your workplace.
Cheat sheet – The main learning points…in brief! Can be used as a refresher, or a quick guide to the module.
Glossary – An alphabetical list of key terms and their definitions.
- You can use the My modules feature to store your favourites (or priorities) for future reference.
- Full access to the entire suite of modules as many times as you like, (unless you take the option to restrict modules through a corporate account).
- Discounts for multiple memberships.
- The cost calculator on the cost page will demonstrate your saving!
- You can set up administrators on multi-licence accounts to manage users and perform tasks such as: changing passwords, adding new users to the account, or reassigning users.
- Continued Professional Development – CPD
- umbel modules are independently evaluated for CPD purposes, which also provides an assurance of the high standard of content.
- Imagine a corporate version of umbel – all of the existing modules, plus your own content, a personalised url (web address), and corporate branding… it’s all available now.
- It’s also possible to receive comprehensive reporting features on customised versions of umbel.
- Contact the umbel team on 0870 386 0901, or email askumbel@umbel.co.uk for more details.
