E-Learning SAS offers several e-learning options that you can access directly from the web: self-paced e-learning lessons and courses that cover basic and advanced SAS programming, as well as courses that prepare you to take SAS certification exams. Live web classes that allow you to work with SAS on your desktop while interacting with an instructor and fellow students in real time. Instructor-Based Training SAS offers hands-on training taught by SAS instructors that includes lectures, software demonstrations, computer workshops, and course notes. The available curriculum of these Instructor-based courses varies depending on your location; current offerings are listed by location on the SAS Training web site. Seminars and Events Business Knowledge Series: A series of seminars taught by industry experts that provide organizations with expertise in the latest business developments. SAS offers training in conjunction with SAS Global Forum as well as other industry conferences. Visit the SAS Training at SAS Global Forum web site for more information. SAS Users Group meetings and groups: Regional, international, and special interest SAS Users Groups to exchange and distribute information about SAS technology.