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This badge earner understands key skills for professional success and core soft skills needed in the information technology workforce.
View detailsCybersecurity professionals have a passion for securing systems and protecting data and have a keen interest in information technology. Core skills for cybersecurity professionals include proficiency in implementing information security measures and controls; communicating and managing risks; working with tools to monitor network activity to identify vulnerable points; and engaging with colleagues to act on breaches and resolve cyber threats. Cybersecurity professionals have prerequisite knowledge in network administration and system administration.
View detailsAn understanding of agile methodologies and practices is a valued skill in the market. Check out these activities to learn about agile principles, including customer focus, clearly defined outcomes and business value, and course correction for continuous improvement. Anyone can implement or influence others to learn and use agile practices in the workplace!
View detailsDesign thinking is a powerful approach to innovation and brand differentiation, focused on creating experiences that delight customers. Complete these activities to understand and apply knowledge of design thinking principles to develop solutions that deliver exceptional user experiences.
View detailsExplore these learning activities for small business owners about a range of topics from leadership, resilience, and decision making to operations, cybersecurity, and liquidity management to help navigate uncertain times
View detailsEntrepreneurs pop up in all types of industries and can have widely different backgrounds. Some build personal brands, while others work tirelessly on a physical product they believe in. Complete these learning activities to learn more about what it means to be an entrepreneur.
View detailsProject management has become a fundamental business competency and it can be an interesting, rewarding career. These learning activities provide you with an introduction to project management, key concepts, and the role of the project manager during the lifecycle of a project. Explore a range of methods and techniques for project management effectiveness.
View detailsThe ability to make thoughtful decisions when working with team members, colleagues, or customers isn’t just the domain of senior leaders. Learners who develop leadership skills help to create a positive work environment, fostering innovation, engaged workers, and more. These learning activities will help you expand your understanding of the importance of effective leadership in the workplace.
View detailsCollaboration is more important than ever in today’s workplace given the rate of digital transformation that organizations and people experience. You’ll need to be a team player, working cooperatively with other, managing relationships, and working with diverse perspectives. These learning activities will help you develop a set of skills and a mindset to become a more effective team member in the workplace
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