By Jeff Maggioncalda, Coursera CEO I’m delighted to present Coursera’s sixth annual Global Skills Report, a trusted resource for leaders and institutions worldwide to understand the rapidly transforming skills landscape. The report draws on data and insights from our global learning community—including over 148 million learners and 7,000 institutional customers—and…
Using pedagogy and user research to take a learner-centered approach Online education opens up a world of possibilities, enabling learners to acquire new skills and knowledge from anywhere, at their own pace. However, it can also present challenges, including staying motivated, balancing other life priorities, and overcoming roadblocks. At Coursera,…
In the fall of 2023, Empire State University (SUNY Empire) began accepting credit for courses and credentials on Coursera with ACE Credit Recommendation. That means you may be able to to receive college credit (ranging from 1 to 18 credits) after you complete programs on Coursera that have ACE Credit Recommendation,…
[ad_1] By: Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO of Coursera We’re excited to announce a groundbreaking program under the leadership of Guyana’s President Irfaan Ali where ministries across the country have partnered with Coursera to launch the Guyana-Coursera National Training Initiative. This innovative program offers every Guyanese citizen and public sector employee free…
[ad_1] Asian Americans own over 2.9 million businesses in the United States, according to a 2023 report from the U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy. However, Asian American women entrepreneurs often face language barriers and a lack of banking relationships, reports Hello Alice, resulting in limited access to loans…
[ad_1] Are you an engineer looking to grow into a “systems” role from your current role in thermal engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or another discipline? Perhaps you’re not an engineer at all. Maybe you’re a project manager or business operations manager interested in developing a deeper understanding of the…
[ad_1] Many graduate schools now offer flexible MBA programs with evening and weekend classes. Some part-time MBA programs do not require you to submit GMAT or GRE scores. Many resources exist to support student parents including childcare subsidies and financial aid. Have you thought about how getting an MBA to…
[ad_1] According to a February 2018 Graduate Management Admission Council report, Indigenous and Native Americans are the least represented group in applying for MBA programs. Only 431 of 79,746 GMAT examinees in 2017 were Indigenous or Native American. The same report shows that 74% of those Indigenous and Native American…
[ad_1] Thanks for coming back to our high-impact workplace skills series. So far, we’ve taken a closer look at how you can use skills like analytical thinking and motivation and self-awareness to impress employers and move closer to your goals. This week, we’ll explore another desirable skill set: leadership and…
[ad_1] From the flexibility of being your own boss to working toward financial freedom, entrepreneurship holds so much promise, especially for LGBTQ+ women, many of whom may have never envisioned themselves as wealthy. Fewer than 1 in 5 women hold C-suite positions. LGBTQ+ women entrepreneurs promote economic development and diversity,…
