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How AI is changing cybercrime and cybersecurity

In our last issue, we talked about the value of building your practical AI skills. These are the skills that you can apply broadly to enhance productivity regardless of your job role. This week, we’ll explore how AI skills show up in cybersecurity. Cybersecurity professionals protect data and computer networks…

Announcing new Professional Certificates and scholarship program from Adobe to help train the next generation of content creators and graphic designers

Cropped photo of creative people prototyping new web site design for a client while having a meeting in the modern office. Creative agency concept By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer, Coursera Today, we are thrilled to announce that Adobe, a leader in creativity and digital experiences, is expanding the…

University of Texas System and Coursera Expand Micro-credential Program Partnership to Include UT’s Health Institutions

By Jeff Maggioncalda, Coursera CEO Career paths are evolving, even for advanced healthcare professionals. In today’s competitive and fast-changing job market, those with specialized knowledge, high-demand professional skills, and a willingness to learn will stand out. Today, we’re excited to announce the expansion of our partnership with the University of…

New Coursera Survey Shows Growing Micro-Credential Adoption Among Higher Education Leaders

By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer Today, I’m excited to introduce a new Coursera survey of more than 1.000 higher education leaders—including deans, provosts, and chancellors representing 850+ institutions across 89 countries — which shows a major acceleration in the adoption of micro-credentials among campuses globally.   Students and employers…

Becoming a Software Engineer: Daiyin’s career-switching journey

Open doors with Northeastern’s Master of Science in Information Systems Lifelong learner and career switcher, Daiyin Yu, sought flexible, affordable options for online education. Previously having achieved a law degree, Daiyin pivoted her interest towards a more technical field at her “dream school”, Northeastern University.   In the online Master of…

A skill you’ll use your entire career: Writing

This week, we’re returning to our list of transferable technical skills, or the practical-knowledge skills that appear in job listings across the most career areas. So far, we’ve discussed how spreadsheet skills and project management skills stand to boost your qualifications regardless of your occupation. This week, we’re taking a…