In business and management, a common taxonomy divides skills into “hard skills” and “soft skills.” This taxonomy originated in the 1970s to categorize different abilities and has since become widely used in hiring, training and evaluating employees. Varying types of skills are essential to professional success, but understanding the difference between hard and soft skills […]
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November 7 webinar led by Dr. Michael Kolodziej helps employers with practical strategies for identifying and addressing skills gaps in an organization PHOENIX, October 27, 2023 — University of Phoenix Professional Development is pleased to lead a Chief Learning Officer (CLO) webinar for workplace leaders on how to identify and address skills gaps that may […]
New professional development skills pathway offers employee AI training solutions and accelerated training for busy working adults in a rapidly evolving technology PHOENIX, October 9, 2023 — University of Phoenix is pleased to offer a new Professional Development premade skills pathway designed to empower professionals with artificial intelligence (AI) knowledge, “Intro to AI Tools in […]
By William Ordeman At a glance Few topics inspire apocalyptic ruminations like artificial intelligence (AI). From doomsday articles to big-budget movies, AI seems to inspire both awe and fear in equal measure. But what is AI exactly? And are there ways to use it ethically and effectively? Here, we explore this trend within the workplace context. […]
By Robert Strohmeyer At a glance As 2023 began, many of us found ourselves working alongside a new kind of colleague: artificial intelligence (AI). While not exactly new, AI has broken out in the past year as an overt force in the workplace to automate simple tasks and help optimize overall efficiency in a variety of industries. Most […]
August 22 webinar led by Dr. Michael Kolodziej provides guidance on impactful workplace learning through AI advancements and innovation University of Phoenix Professional Development was pleased to lead a Chief Learning Officer (CLO) webinar for workplace leaders on how to unlock impactful workplace learning through artificial intelligence (AI) advancements such as adaptive learning, AI-Chat GPT+, […]
New course supports accelerated learning for busy working adults in looking to gain skills in the field PHOENIX, August 11, 2023 — University of Phoenix is pleased to offer a new Professional Development course designed for learners to develop key diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) leadership skills, “Strategies for DEI&B Leadership.” This course was […]
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At its core, upskilling refers to a process through which employees are provided with new and relevant knowledge, skills and abilities to perform their duties effectively. This can involve everything from professional development courses and industry certifications to training and workshops that provide more hands-on learning opportunities. A skilled and knowledgeable team is often the […]
Difficult conversations are a fundamental part of the workplace dynamic. They allow employees and teams to address challenges and conflicts head-on. These conversations aren’t always easy, but they’re always important for growth. They also help companies improve trust, solve problems and maintain a productive work environment. Individuals with professional development education are often better equipped […]