itSM Solutions Partners with Looking Glass Development LLC to Bring Online, Self Paced Project Management Training Solutions to the ITSM Marketplace

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Free-Press-Release.com) October 5, 2009 -- A trusted source for accredited online and classroom IT Service Management (ITSM) training and certification programs, itSM Solutions today, announced a partnership with the Looking Glass Development LLC to bring forward a new line of online, self paced project management training solutions to the ITSM marketplace. These online project management training programs provide IT Professionals with a low cost, high value alternative to the classroom based open enrollment programs on the market today.

This next-generation training solution of online training videos, student courseware and expert mentoring services enable students to become trained in the key concepts of Project Management along with preparing for PMP and CBAP certification exams. Accredited by PMI, all online training programs include:

- Online Pre-Recorded Video Lectures - Enables students to control their own training schedule and to select the venue (home, office or training center) that works best for them.

- Student Courseware - Enables students to review the courseware in sync with the instructor lectures - just like they do in a classroom.

- Online Mentoring Services - Through our online support group, My ITSM Mentoring Community™, students can connect with ITIL Expert Mentors (and other students) to receive the assistance they may need when preparing for the exam and the ongoing practical guidance they will need when applying project management methods in a real world environment.

- PDU Credits - Enables students to receive PDU credits that can be applied to maintaining their PMI/PMP status.

- Academic Credits - All online courses are also eligible to receive academic credit with Baker University

All programs are available for immediate delivery. Programs include:

- PMP Exam Preparation
- CBAP Exam Preparation
- Introduction to Project Management (PM 101)
- Scope & Requirements Development
- Cost & Schedule Management
- Risk Management
- Quality Management

Additional information on any of the online programs can be obtained by contacting itSM Solutions sales at 401-764-0720 or sales@itsmsolutions.com.

About itSM Solutions LLC
Founded in 2002, itSM Solutions™ is a content development company specializing in

the development of value based classroom and online training programs that help IT organizations acquire the knowledge and skills to create, integrate and operate ITSM programs. itSM Solutions™ is also the founding member of the Linkedin community The ITSM Practitioner Alliance, the industry\'s first online value network of IT practitioners willing to share their practical experiences with individuals and organizations looking to create actionable ITSM plans when using ITIL® and other best practice frameworks, methods and standards.

About Looking Glass Development LLC
Founded in 1999, Looking Glass Development, LLC is a world leader in the field of performance management. As a PMI Global Registered Education Provider, a Microsoft Partner, and an IIBA Endorsed Education Provider Looking Glass provides more than 40 training offerings combined with consulting and implementation support. Looking Glass Development continues to expand its offerings, locations, and solutions to meet the growing demands of its diverse clientele. For more information visit www.lookingglassdev.com.

More information can be found online at http://www.itsmsolutions.com

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