Author and leadership expert John Maxwell once famously said that “the single biggest way to impact an organization is to focus on leadership development. There is almost no limit to the potential of an organization that recruits good people, raises them up as leaders, and continually develops them.” A culture of leadership development and innovation boosts profits and engages workers.

Experts confirm that there are clear benefits to fostering leadership by encouraging your employees’ professional growth and nurturing and developing leaders in your company. Studies show that promoting a culture of leadership, innovation, and continuous learning offer value for organizations, or can present significant impediments to success in their absence.

By the Numbers

• 10%: The number of true “natural leaders” there are in the population, according to leadership research conducted in 2023 by career website Zippia. However, Zippia’s research also shows that another 20% of individuals have the requisite talents and could be cultivated into high-quality leaders with the right training and development.
• 7%: The amount of annual sales companies give up (or don’t capitalize on) for every year that they delay or deny the professional growth and development of those who show leadership potential, according to Zippia research.
• 22%: How much more profitable companies are that engage their employees by building a culture of leadership, innovation, and recognition versus those that don’t, also according to Zippia research.
• 82%: Percent of leaders who agreed that an organization that can’t innovate will fail within five years, according to a 2023 survey of nearly 10,000 leaders and employees in the tech industry by Miro, an innovative platform for distributed teams.
• 4 out of 5: The number of tech/information workers surveyed who agreed that a culture of innovation boosts employee engagement and keeps employees “more invested in and excited about the company’s future,” according to the aforementioned Miro research.
• US$8.8 Trillion, or 9% of the world’s GDP: The cost of low employee engagement to the global economy, according to Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace: 2023 Report.
• 20-25%: Percentage increase in overall job performance, productivity, and leadership behaviors demonstrated by those who underwent leadership training, according to a 2017 study on Leadership Training Design, Delivery, and Implementation published in the Journal of Applied Psychology.
• 10X: How much faster top innovation companies are at developing new products than their weaker counterparts, according to a McKinsey study. The study also found that top innovators are three times more likely to meet their customers’ needs than weaker competitors.
  

Invest in Your Team’s Growth and Success Through the IEEE Professional Development Suite

Experts agree that developing leaders and promoting a culture of innovation and learning will increase employee engagement and retention, boost sales and profitability, and move your organization forward. Within the fast-moving, rapidly-evolving, and competitive tech arena, the IEEE Professional Development Suite is uniquely adapted to support this culture of innovation and learning.

The IEEE Professional Development Suite is specially-designed for current and aspiring technology leaders who want to develop their essential business and management skills. The programs help sharpen the unique skills needed to advance their teams, create engaged and inspired workplace environments, and support their organizations in advancing technology and innovation.

Programs included in the IEEE Professional Development Suite are:

IEEE Leading Technical Teams

This live learning program recognizes the unique challenges that come with leading technical groups. It’s designed for team leaders, managers, and directors of engineering and technology teams.

In addition to the live, 6-hour training, attendees will also participate in the “360° Leadership Practices Inventory.” This leadership development tool solicits confidential feedback on the participant’s areas of strength and opportunities for improvement from their team members, peers, and managers/supervisors. The program also encompasses instructor-led exercises and case studies demonstrating the application of best practices to various workplace challenges. Participants will also learn the “Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership” and receive valuable peer coaching. Learn more about IEEE Leading Technical Teams training sessions featuring both in-person and virtual options.

IEEE | Rutgers Online Mini-MBA for Engineers and Technology Professionals

This flexible mini-MBA, offered by IEEE in partnership with Rutgers Business School, is specifically designed to help engineers and technology professionals obtain the critical business skills needed for long-term career success. The 15-week curriculum covers topics such as Business Strategy, New Product Development Management, Financial Analysis, Sales and Marketing, Leadership, and more. Learners will benefit from a combination of expert instruction, peer interaction, self-paced video lessons, interactive assessments, live office hours, and hands-on capstone project experience.

Overall, this unique program, which is the only online mini-MBA curriculum specifically designed for engineers and technical professionals, trains participants to make more informed business decisions and better align their technical capabilities with proven business strategy. The program offers flexible learning opportunities for individual learners as well as customized company cohort options. Learn more about the IEEE | Rutgers Online Mini-MBA for Engineers and Technology Professionals.

Intensive Wireless Communications Course Series

Exclusively presented by the IEEE Communications Society, this highly interactive live course series provides the training necessary to stay ahead of key topics and developments in the dynamic and rapidly-evolving wireless communications industry.

Designed for people with an engineering background who want to enhance their knowledge of wireless communication technologies, this course is an ideal way to train individual employees or your entire team at once! Learn more about the Intensive Wireless Communications Course Series.

Advanced Topics in Wireless Course Series

Presented exclusively by the IEEE Communications Society and designed for engineers and technical professionals with an existing working knowledge of wireless who are looking to enhance their skill set, this course dives into the latest advancements, applications, and use cases in emerging connectivity. By completing this course, your team will have the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the fast-paced world of wireless communications.

Participants in this live, online course series will develop a comprehensive view of 5G/NR technology, a profound understanding of the implementation of all of the ITU-specified use case categories (e.g., enhanced Mobile Broadband (eMBB), mIoT, and URLLC), and a robust foundation on the network architecture evolution technology enablers towards fully-open radio access networks. Learn more about the Advanced Topics in Wireless Course Series.

IEEE eLearning Library 

IEEE offers hundreds of hours of high-quality online courses in core and emerging technologies. Tailored for professionals, faculty, and students, the IEEE eLearning Library taps into a wealth of expertise from our global network of over 450,000 industry and academia members. IEEE eLearning Library courses cover a wide array of disciplines and standards—whether you or your learners want to enhance knowledge in their own technical field or expand to other technical specialties. Tap into courses in areas of aerospace and defense, artificial intelligence, communications and telecommunications, cyber and data privacy, power and energy, standards and more! Learn more about the IEEE eLearning Library.

Don’t wait to tap into the IEEE Professional Development Suite! Help foster the growth and leadership skills that will propel your organization to higher levels of innovation and success.

 

Resources

Kizer, Kristin. (29 June 2023). 35+ Powerful Leadership Statistics [2023]: Things All Aspiring Leaders Should Know. Zippia.

Morgan, Felix. (6 September 2023). Navigating the Innovation Paradox: Insights from Miro’s New Survey. Miro.

State of the Global Workplace: 2023 Report. Gallup.

Bouchrika, Imed. (18 January 2024). 24 Leadership Training Statistics for 2024: Data, Insights & Predictions. Research.com. 

Lacerenza, C., Reyes, D., Marlow, S., Joseph, D., Salas, E. (2017). Leadership Training Design, Delivery, and Implementation: A Meta-Analysis. Journal of Applied Psychology, 102 (12), 1686-1707.

Banholzer, Matt, LaBerge, Laura, West, Andy, and Williams, Evan.  (14 December 2023).  How Innovative Companies Leverage Tech to Outperform. McKinsey & Company.

With careers in engineering and technology evolving so rapidly, a commitment to upskilling is imperative to employee growth and the ability to stay competitive in today’s marketplace. Maintaining the appropriate credentials— such as a certificate or digital badge that attests to successful completion of a specific set of learning objectives – can further differentiate you and your company from those who don’t hold the same qualifications.

According to Careertech, “credentials provide proof of knowledge, verify a student’s capability to perform a particular trade, skill, or occupation, and give students incentive for further achievement.” As such, credentialing programs are key tools that both validate learning and motivate learners.

Not only do individuals benefit from capitalizing on credentials that they can “stack,” but so do companies. Here are some key benefits that companies and employees reap from credentialing.

Lower Turnover

Opportunities for continuing education and credentialing have long been strongly linked to employee job satisfaction. Many companies, including Microsoft, have found that offering training and credentialing opportunities help motivate and retain employees by ensuring that employees feel seen, heard, and valued. Ultimately, these programs encourage promotion from within. They also help reduce turnover and costly recruiting expenses for organizations.

Empowered Leadership

According to a study by the Center for Association Leadership, members with a variety of credentials were more compliant with standard industry practices, more engaged in industry-related initiatives, and more likely to take on leadership roles than their non-credentialed counterparts.

Greater Ability to Attract Talent

Research done by Lorman Education found that nearly 60% of the 72.2 million-strong millennial demographic— the largest workforce generation in the U.S.— identify “development opportunities” as extremely important when deciding whether to apply for a position. As a result, a company’s ability to offer high-quality training and the corresponding credentials that demonstrate skill mastery can make it a more attractive employer to qualified candidates.

Enhanced Productivity

Digital credentials can help boost workforce productivity, a benefit that both companies and their employees will enjoy. Within the IT sector, for instance, a joint study conducted by Microsoft and the International Data Corporation (IDC) found that credentialed technical professionals were nearly 90% more productive than their non-credentialed counterparts— a benefit which skills trainer Global Knowledge said often translated to companies in the form of enhanced efficiency and skills-driven return on investment. At the same time, the Microsoft/IDC survey also found that technical professionals who had undergone additional training were more likely to be promoted based on management confidence in their skills and maturity— a clear benefit for professionals as well.

Higher Salaries

Employees with additional credentials can reap financial rewards from their extra effort. According to Ryan Miller, Director of Client Success at career consulting company Employment BOOST, the addition of relevant credentials to a resume can potentially lead to salary increases of anywhere from 5%-20% depending on the industry and credential.

Improved Job Security

Simply put, the acquisition of skill-based credentials helps professionals keep up with and stay ahead of an ever-evolving workforce. For companies and professionals in today’s rapidly-changing technical landscape, confirmed Danny King, CEO and Co-Founder of Accredible, “digital credentialing can now be an invaluable tool for the corporate world and educational system to reskill, upskill, and facilitate career change—it’s a crucial tool for success.”

The message is clear: credentialing programs help empower employees and strengthen companies.

Among their many benefits to companies, credentialing programs elevate employee skill sets, boost productivity and engagement, and reduce employee turnover and recruiting costs. At the same time, job training programs and continued education can help employees develop individual skills, increase their marketability, and advance their careers. They also foster an employee’s sense of achievement while promoting greater leadership in and ownership of their roles.

The IEEE Credentialing Program: A Top Source of Continuing Education Credits 

Technical training programs give employees opportunities to enhance their career skills and demonstrate to current and potential employers a willingness to learn new skills. And for many engineers, completion of a certain number of professional development hours (PDHs) and continuing education units (CEUs) each year is also required in order to maintain their professional engineering license.

One way for companies to strengthen and elevate their in-house technical training is through alignment with the IEEE Credentialing Program. As the world’s largest technical professional home, IEEE represents the best and brightest minds in engineering today and offers credentialing in the relevant content that engineers need to stay ahead. In addition to supporting engineering professionals in achieving their career goals, the certificates and digital badges available through the IEEE Credentialing Program help companies enhance the credibility of their training events, conferences, and courses in an effort to increase employee attendance and engagement.

While professional development hours (PDHs) and continuing education units (CEUs) are often required in North America, other countries often accept IEEE certificates towards their own domestic requirements.

Overall, an IEEE credential is an assurance of quality education for employers and a source of pride for learners since they can share that their credentials have been verified by the world’s largest technical professional organization. By aligning with the IEEE Credentialing Program, you can easily add PDHs and CEUs to your continuing professional education offerings. Learn more about the IEEE Credentialing Program and discover how you and your company can benefit.

 

Resources

(26 March 2015). Why is Credentialing Important? Advance CTE.

Day, Ryan. (5 October 2017). 5 Reasons Why Certifications Are Helping Your Career (And Your Company’s Bottom Line). Skillsoft Global Knowledge.

Engholm, Ginny. (14 February 2022). How Certifications Can Help Grow Your Career. HRCI Learning Center.

(24 August 2016). Credentialing’s Two-Way Benefits. The Center for Association Leadership.

(24 October 2017). What Are Micro-Credentials and How Can They Benefit Both Business and Employees? DeakinCo.

(1 September 2021). 39 Statistics That Prove the Value of Employee Training. Lorman Education Services.

Duplin, Sophia. 10 Tips to Offer Continuing Education Credits to Your Workforce. BeaconLive.

Perna, Mark C. (25 July 2022). Workforce Credentials Are Going Digital. Here’s Why This Helps Everyone. Forbes.

Pino, Ivana. (24 May 2023). Experts Say That Earning Relevant Certifications Can Boost Your Salary by as Much as 20%. Here’s How You Can Boost Your Own Pay. Fortune.

You have just finished your dream job interview, but that doesn’t mean it’s over. Most hiring managers expect to receive a thank you email. According to a TopResume survey of 334 hiring managers in 2020, 68% responded that thank you emails were important when it came to evaluating a potential candidate.

If English is not your native language, writing the perfect thank you note may seem intimidating. However, if you follow the right formula, it can be easy. Plus, if you had difficulty conveying some of your skills during the interview either due to lack of English fluency or another reason, it is a perfect opportunity to communicate those abilities.

Before you leave the interview, make sure you get the full names and email addresses of the people who interviewed you. (This information is typically found on their business cards.) You should send your thank you follow up notes within a day of the interview. If you were interviewed by more than one person, be sure to send individual emails to each person. Avoid sending a mass email to the entire group.

What You Should Include in Your Thank You Email

Thank you emails should be short, courteous, and to the point. About one to two paragraphs will be enough. Avoid long, complex sentences. When writing emails in English, showing gratitude is essential. However, be careful not to overdo it.

Add personal details to the emails to make them more memorable. Recall any informal conversation you had with the interviewer(s). Try to include something you found out that you had in common. Additionally, mention how you would work with them if you get the job.

“Incorporate what you can into that note to remind them of the rapport you were building, and also to jog their memory about which candidate you are if they were interviewing a lot of people,” Amanda Augustine, a certified professional career coach, told CNBC.

Here are some tips:

• Start the email with a formal salute. “Dear Mr./Ms. XX” is the standard formal salute in English.
• Begin the body of your email by thanking the interviewer for taking the time to meet with you.
• Include something you learned about the interviewer as a person and potential co-worker, manager, etc., during the interview.
• Restate your interest in the job, and reiterate one or two reasons why they should want to hire you.
• Address any concerns the interviewer had about you and list your strengths.

“If there was something they pulled apart or mentioned certain skills you may be lacking, this is your opportunity to reinforce what you’ve done to fill that gap, or relate to something else you did that shows your strengths,” Augustine told CNBC.

You can also add links to any online sources that reveal more about your abilities and projects you’ve done related to the job.

End your email with a closing. Keep it short and polite. Examples include “Thank you for your consideration,” “I’m looking forward to hearing from you,” and “Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or concerns.”

Lastly, end the email with a short and formal signature. “Sincerely, [Your name]” is the standard closing for formal emails in English.

For a better understanding of how to write effective post-interview thank you letters, check out these examples and templates.

A thank you note may seem like a small thing, but it can help you stand out among your competition. By following these easy tips, you’ll be a step closer to landing your dream job.

Improve Your Technical English

Enable technical professionals whose first language is not English to improve their language skills. Tailor it to fit the needs and priorities of working adults in technical fields.

Now available on IEEE Xplore and the IEEE Learning Network, IEEE English for Technical Professionals is an online learning program. It uses real-life interactive scenarios to provide non-native speakers with English techniques and vocabulary that are essential for today’s technical workplace. Designed to help learners master essential English skills, this mobile-friendly program is ideal for both working professionals, as well as students. It helps those who are preparing to enter the field.

Connect with an IEEE Content Specialist today to learn more about this program and how to get access to it for your organization.

Interested in the program for yourself? Visit the IEEE Learning Network.

Resources

Liu, Jennifer. 9 November 2020. Here’s exactly what to say in your thank-you email after a job interview. CNBC. 

How to Write Formal Emails in English. Wall Street English. 

Are you getting ready to interview for your dream engineering or technical job, but fear your English speaking skills will hold you back? No matter how advanced your English is, there are steps you can take to make sure the interview goes as smoothly as possible. 

Practice Commonly Asked Job Interview Questions:

The first thing you’ll want to do is practice answering commonly-asked interview questions in English. According to Forbes, these include:

“Tell me a little about yourself”
Many interviewers see this question as a way to gauge how well your background matches the job. Answer the question by focusing on how your past experience has prepared you for the career you’ve chosen and the specific position for which you are applying.

“What is your biggest weakness?” 
The interviewer wants to see if you are someone who has self-awareness, so be sure to answer truthfully. Avoid cliche answers like “I’m a perfectionist,” “I work too much,” “I bring my work home,” and “I try to please people too much.” Instead, focus on a small weakness you have and how you are working to fix it. 

“Why are you the best person for the job?” 
Chances are, most of the people who are competing against you for the position have similar technical skills to your own. Instead of solely telling the interviewer about all your technical skills, try to bring up some of your soft skills. These often overlooked skills could make you a better fit than your competitors. For example, this could be a good opportunity to bring up how your ability to speak a second language brings an added skill to the position.

“How do you handle conflict at work?”
Managers want people on their teams who are skillful at dealing with conflict. Answer the question by telling the interviewer about a time where you resolved a conflict with a former colleague with empathy and diplomacy. 

“Where do you see yourself in five years?” 
Your answer should emphasize a willingness to evolve within the organization in line with your long-term career goals and the long-term goals of the organization.

“What can we expect from you in your first 90 days?”
Your answer should reveal that you understand what is expected of you, what your responsibilities will be, as well as the short as well as long-term goals of the job. 

“Do you have any questions for me?”
This is your opportunity to ask the interviewer any questions you have about the position. Your question should reveal you are excited and ready for the job. It should also convey that you have insight into the organization’s culture. 

Practice Commonly-asked Engineering Interview Questions

These questions are going to vary depending on the type of engineering job, so you’ll have to do some research. However, there are some common engineering questions you can expect, according to Indeed.com. Some of these include:

“How do you feel about constructive criticism?”
“In your opinion, what makes a great engineer?”
“What is the biggest challenge you have ever faced as an engineer?”
“What resources do you use to keep up with the newest engineering technology and developments?”

Practice How You Will Answer These Questions in English in Advance

Once you’ve determined what questions you should prepare for, you’ll want to practice answering them in English. Be sure to brush up on proper English vocabulary, tenses, and colloquialisms (The latter will vary depending on the country.) If you struggle with English tenses, sticking with past tense will help you sound consistent, and the interviewer is unlikely to notice. 

As discussed in a previous post, there are plenty of ways to get better at speaking English, including watching television and film in English and listening to podcasts, using apps that teach English as a second language, and playing board games. 

Roleplay the Interview with a Family Member or Friend

The best way to practice for your interview is to role play with a friend or family member who is fluent in English. This way, they can point out any errors in order to help you improve prior to the interview. Another great way to prepare is to record yourself answering questions in English. This might be uncomfortable, but going back and hearing yourself is a great way to get better. 

If you’re a non-native speaker, going on a job interview in English can be stressful. However, taking these proactive steps will reduce your anxiety and give you the extra confidence you need. 

Improve Your Technical English

Enable technical professionals whose first language is not English to improve their language skills in a way that fits the needs and priorities of working adults in technical fields. 

Now available on IEEE Xplore and the IEEE Learning Network, IEEE English for Technical Professionals is an online learning program that uses real-life interactive scenarios to provide non-native speakers with a working knowledge of English techniques and vocabulary that are essential for today’s technical workplace. Designed to help learners master essential English skills, this mobile-friendly program is ideal for both working professionals, as well as students who are preparing to enter the field. 

Connect with an IEEE Content Specialist today to learn more about this program and how to get access to it for your organization.

Interested in the program for yourself? Visit the IEEE Learning Network.

You can also watch the free IEEE virtual event, Technical English: Strategies to Improve Workplace and School Success.

Resources

Stahl, Ashley. (10 December 2020). How To Answer The 7 Most Important Job Interview Questions. Forbes.

(4 December 2020). 40 Engineering Interview Questions to Help You Prepare (With Example Answers). Indeed.com. 

Stump & Associates. Ace the job interview (even if you’re not fluent in English). usvisagroup.com

Is your lack of English proficiency holding back your career prospects? Increasingly, organizations see English fluency as an essential skill for technical professionals. This is especially important in the modern workplace as more and more technical professionals work in global teams.

Today’s technical organizations expect professionals to excel at the technical side of their jobs while also expressing confidence in presenting and translating complex ideas, often, in English. Additionally, many top university engineering programs require prospective students to be English-proficient. Some experts say a basic-level understanding of the language simply won’t be enough to become successful in today’s global engineering workforce.

“Electrical engineering is an international field, and it depends upon an increasingly extensive collection of specialized terminology that exists primarily in English,” Robert Keim, All About Circuite’s Director of Engineering, told AAC. “Proficiency in English opens the door to a more diverse and satisfying collection of educational and professional opportunities.”

However, with many schools closed due to the pandemic, studying English in a traditional in-person classroom setting may not be an option. Besides designing your own “curriculum” and learning from textbooks, there are a number of fun ways to improve your English skills from home in your free time.

Watch Television in English

As we discussed in a previous post, a fun way technical professionals can boost their English speaking skills—and their career prospects—as non-native speakers, is to watch English television and films. Research shows that watching non-native shows with subtitles can improve both listening and reading comprehension as well as vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.

Listen to English Podcasts

Listening to English-speaking podcasts is another great way to learn the nuances of the language. What’s more, you don’t have to sit down and devote your full attention to them. You can listen while doing something else such as commuting to the office, eating breakfast, or cleaning your home.

Because there are thousands of free podcasts available in English, it won’t be hard to find one that interests you. In fact, there are a number of popular English engineering podcasts, including the IEEE Tech Talk Podcast, that will keep you abreast of your favorite technical interests while helping you get better at understanding English. You also don’t have to limit yourself to genres directly related to your career. Whether you enjoy news, sports, true crime, or history, pick a podcast that will keep you engaged.

Read Books in English

Although watching TV and listening to podcasts are great ways to improve English, they cannot help as much for reading comprehension as does written material. For that, you’ll need to start reading in English.

If you already have a favorite book in your native language, try reading an English translation. Because you’re already familiar with the material, you should be able to fill in the gaps where your English is lacking, thereby improving your understanding without needing to rely on translation sources as heavily.

Reading aloud to yourself will also help improve your speaking skills, since it will force you to listen to how you pronounce words. There are a number of apps, including Sound Pronunciation and Learn English Sounds Right, that can help. Type a word you don’t understand into one of these apps, and it will give you the correct pronunciation.

Listen to Audio Books

Like podcasts, another way to improve your English while multitasking is to listen to audio books. By listening to the audio version of a book you’ve already read with English narration, you will get further insight into the nuances of the spoken language.

Improve English Language Proficiency

Now available on IEEE Xplore and the IEEE Learning Network, IEEE English for Technical Professionals is an online learning program that uses real-life interactive scenarios to provide non-native speakers with a working knowledge of English techniques and vocabulary that are essential for today’s technical workplace. Designed to help learners master essential English skills, this mobile-friendly program is ideal for both working professionals, as well as students who are preparing to enter the field. 

Connect with an IEEE Content Specialist today to learn more about this program and how to get access to it for your organization.

Interested in the program for yourself? Visit the IEEE Learning Network.

Resources

Roshni. (29 March 2020). How to improve English speaking skills at home during Covid-19 lockdown. India Today. 

Fadelli, Ingrid. (20 March 2020). Is English Still the Universal Language of Electrical Engineering? All About Circuits.

The Centre for Strategic and International Studies recently conducted a survey of IT managers and discovered that 82% of employers believe they lack cyber security skills in their organization. Out of those surveyed, 71% feel that this under preparedness causes harm to their organizations. Leveraging the latest technology might help reduce this damage. However, making sure employees understand how to protect sensitive information is key to closing the cyber security skills gap. After all, cyber security breaches can affect the company as a whole–from the company’s supply chain to the customer.

Cyber Security Shifts

As the world becomes more digital, the risk of cyber attacks increases. Organizations need to remain alert in order to avoid data breaches, distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, and ransomware. Many companies also view cyber security as a competitive advantage as consumers grow more aware of the threats their private information is facing. People want to protect their personal data, so it is crucial for organizations to make their customers feel secure when giving their information.

According to Gartner, spending on security products and services will increase to $124 billion in 2019, which is 8.7% higher than spending in the year prior. The more a company invests in cyber security, the more trustworthy they generally become in the eyes of consumers. As cyber attacks become more frequent, the demand for companies to be able to resist these attacks increases–as does the need for employees properly versed in cyber security best practices.

Cyber Security Talent Shortage

What can a company do if they currently do not have strong cyber security mechanisms in place?

• Grow internally. Companies can improve cyber security by hiring experts or buying software to improve the company’s system. While this approach may be more difficult because of budgeting, it is often an easy way for a company to make progress more quickly toward closing their cyber security skills gap.
• Educate. Cyber security is a team effort. All employees should be involved and educated on reducing infiltration and data breaches. The education of employees must be comprehensive and refreshed as new cyber threats are created. It is vital that companies make sure their employees are knowledgeable in how to protect the data.

A cyber attack can cost an organization up to $13 million USD. Training and education is a smart investment that requires company-wide engagement.

Improving Cyber Security at Your Organization

Having the right tools and systems in place can prevent data breaches and cyber crimes. As the world becomes more automated, it’s crucial for your organization to understand the available cyber security measures to protect its data and devices. Cyber Security Tools for Today’s Environment, an online 11-course program from IEEE, helps businesses improve their security techniques.

Contact a specialist today to get access to the course program for your organization.

Interested in learning about getting access to the course for yourself? Visit the IEEE Learning Network to learn more.

 

Resources

Smerdon, Sandra. (21 January 2020). How business leaders can close their cyber security skills gap. World Economic Forum.