Higher Education Events

Join industry experts Jim Fong, Leah Jewell, and Pete Janzow for a discussion of the latest findings of research conducted by UPCEA and Pearson on the rise of alternative credentials. This research will be examined alongside Pearson's new report, The Future of Skills: Employment in 2030 and will provide actionable insight into the steps an institution can take to ensure its students are prepared for the workplace, now and in the future.

Micro-credentials, nano-credentials, badges…staying current on emerging trends in education is a challenge. It is also the life-force of the work that we do to prepare students for an ever-shifting professional landscape. In this engaging session, learn about the driving factors behind the emergence of alternative credentials, how higher education institutions are responding, and hear insights about what’s next.

Competency-based learning can help improve the connection between a college degree or certification and employment. But forging this important connection requires closer working relationships between higher education institutions offering CBE programs and local and national employers. Join this webinar to learn more about strategies for developing employer partnerships and increasing the employability of graduates from CBE programs.