Monday, November 2, 2015

Going back to school for skills?

Are you thinking about developing skills in a specific industry or to address a particular career-related interest?
A recent article in the Heckinger Report, "covering innovation and inequality in education," addresses the trend in students who graduated from bachelor degree programs returning to community colleges, for specific skills and knowledge. Titled Graduates of Four Year Universities Flock to Community Colleges for Job Skills, the journalist interviews individuals and looks at data on this topic. You can read all about it here.
Do you know people who are doing this, or have done so? It might be interesting to do a little informational interviewing to hear their stories.


Monday, August 17, 2015

2014-16 Hiring results and outlook

Like info and stats on hiring? Some good articles can be found at the research site of this firm.

According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, 2016 is looking good for the graduating class. Details and addtional news.