As pandemic-related lockdowns ease, companies are ramping up hiring, and many are looking for candidates who have skills in emerging technologies. Are you preparing accordingly to advance your career? HR Drive reported that employers posted 360,065 tech positions in October, which is the highest monthly total since September 2019. In addition, a third of those […]
Even in 2019, women are still underrepresented in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Statistics from the National Girls Collaborative Project show that although half of the U.S. workforce is women, only 28% work in science and engineering. According to a 2017 UNESCO report, global rates are similar: 28% of the world’s […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the field of education—particularly continuing education. Learning does not stop following graduation from a formal education program. Many people spend their lives learning new skills or improving on existing ones. Lifelong learning can be accomplished through in-person classes, online courses, or a hybrid of both. Because people can learn in […]
While providing benefits such as healthcare and retirement plans is important, employee development is an investment that should not be overlooked. Both attracting and retaining talented professionals are critical for your organization. According to Gallup, it can cost 150% or more of an employee’s annual salary to replace them. However, when an organization shows its […]
If engineers in your organization are moving into management roles for which they could be better prepared, consider offering enrollment in a mini-MBA program. Developed by IEEE science and technology experts along with Rutgers University faculty, the IEEE | Rutgers Mini-MBA for Engineers is a flexible online program designed for engineers and technical professionals. This fast-paced, […]
The world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t on the horizon; it’s right here, happening right now. AI is the technology behind personal digital assistants like Apple’s Siri and Google’s Alexa, targeted online advertising, more informed medical diagnoses, high-frequency trading, and HR specialists’ resume review processes. AI has applications in virtually every industry. It has enormous […]
