News in brief (23/02/05)

World Bank selects e-learning suite from WBT Systems

The World Bank has selected the TopClass e-Learning Suite from WBT Systems to help manage, develop and deliver training to 10,000 employees and client organisations around the world. The deployment is part of a larger effort to integrate knowledge and learning in the Bank into a single point of access through the Knowledge and Learning Environment (KLE) project.

TopClass will be used to link learning activities to annual learning plans and learning roadmaps, based on the Bank’s business and strategic objectives. Phyllis Pomerantz, Chief Learning Officer at the World Bank in Washington said, "e-Learning is an important building block to continuously leverage the World Bank’s effectiveness in the fight against poverty"

Fellowship appointment a "complete suprise"

Janet Parker, a Director with ibp Scotland, has been appointed a Fellow of the Institute of Leadership Management.

"The fellowship came as a complete surprise as a Regional Manager for the Institute processed the nomination without me knowing about it," said Parker. "I’m really delighted to be recognised in this way by my peers and it’s a great feeling to realise that your work is appreciated".

Parker has over 15 years experience of working in the training industry following her graduation in History and Politics from the University of London.

Futuremedia completes acquisition of Open Training

e-Learning services provider Futuremedia has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Swedish e-learning company Open Training.

"This acquisition provides us with entry into Scandinavia, one of the largest e-learning markets in Europe," said Leonard M. Fertig, Chief Executive Officer of Futuremedia. "With the addition of Open Training, we will expand our product offering through a range of complementary services, strengthening our ability to benefit from the growth of the e-learning industry. As part of our strategy, we will continue to pursue acquisitions in the UK and Europe that will extend the reach of existing products and enhance our capabilities to deliver additional value-added services."

Founded in 1999, Open Training has its head office in Stockholm and branch offices in Gothenburg and Västerås

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