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15 professional organizations focused on diversity in tech
BIPOC communities have long been grossly underrepresented in IT. These 15 professional organizations aim to help close the diversity gap in tech by empowering BIPOC tech pros.
Top 15 IT certifications in demand for 2021
IT certifications can help you quickly gain and validate valuable skills and know-how in a domain that will further your career. Here are the most popular IT certs today.
6 hot IT hiring trends — and 5 going cold
A global pandemic, economic contraction, and calls to end racial inequality have altered the IT hiring landscape. Here’s how companies are adjusting when it comes to IT staffing.
20 worthwhile conferences for women in tech
If you support diversity and inclusion for women in technology fields, here are 20 conferences you won’t want to miss.
PMP certification: How to ace the Project Management Professional exam
Approximately two out of five people fail their first attempt at the PMP exam. The following overview of the PMP certification will help you ace the exam on your first try.
What is a data analyst? A key role for data-driven business decisions
Data analysts help organizations understand the current state of the business by interpreting a wide range of data.
8 business intelligence certifications to advance your BI career
From BI analysts and BI developers to BI architects and BI directors, business intelligence pros are in high demand. Here are eight certifications that could give your career an edge.
How Progressive took its IT internship program virtual
Faced with the impact of COVID-19, Progressive quickly shifted its on-campus IT internship program to a remote platform. Here’s how they gave interns a full virtual experience that mattered.
How to build a successful data science training program
Data scientists are in short supply. Some companies are filling the gap by setting up training programs to reskill employees for data science roles.
10 business analyst certifications to advance your analytics career
Business analysts blend data skills and business acumen to the benefit of analytics-driven organizations. Here are 10 noteworthy certs to help you get ahead as a business analyst.
9 master data management certifications that will pay off
Individuals with expertise in master data management (MDM) are essential to helping organizations get the most out of their data and comply with regulations. Here are the MDM certifications that will give your career an edge.
How to run a successful IT apprenticeship program
Running an effective IT apprenticeship programs can help your company diversify your talent pipeline, fill skills gaps and upskill and retain workers on the latest technology.
The one skill every CIO needs for better board conversations
For IT leaders to stand out as strategic business contributors, simply presenting your materials isn't enough: Engage the board with a few great questions of your own.
15 data science certifications that will pay off
Looking to get ahead as a data scientist? Earning one of these data science certs will help you stand out in one of the hottest careers in IT.
How Year Up is redefining and diversifying the IT talent pipeline
To help bridge the opportunity divide, careers organization Year Up is connecting corporate sponsors with talented, hardworking young adults from underserved communities who are eager to embark on an IT career.
Accenture apprenticeships diversify talent pipelines, bridge IT gaps
Accenture’s National Apprenticeship Program is opening up new, diverse talent pipelines to recruit motivated candidates who can be upskilled or reskilled for IT roles.
10 IT leadership development programs to help you level up
Whether you’re new in your IT career or a seasoned IT pro, if you’re interested in IT leadership, these 10 development programs will help get you on the right path.
