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There is more than one pathway to a successful career as a teacher. Two of the most popular are the Master of Education (MED) and Master of Art in Teaching (MAT) graduate degrees. While both prepare graduates for an educational career, they typically focus on different aspects of the teaching profession. Generally speaking, MAT students […]
In 1965, Gordon Moore predicted that the number of transistors that could fit on a microchip would double every two years. The accuracy and longevity of what came to be called “Moore’s Law” surprised even Moore. There is an analogous path for the future of data science. Many articles expound on the “death of Moore’s Law.” […]
Big Data is a defining characteristic of our post-industrial society. According to the World Economic Forum 2020 Jobs Report, data science and analytics are now the most in-demand, future-focused occupations. What, however, differentiates a data scientist vs. a data analyst career path? While the trajectories are similar for data science and data analytics, they diverge in significant […]
A master’s degree in education gives teachers more versatility in their skills and more career options. Many put the skills they learn to use in the classroom, but others move into education jobs such as designing curriculum and taking education leadership roles. Jobs for those holding a master’s degree in education range from school superintendents […]
Technology continues to revolutionize almost every aspect of business and personal life, from industry supply chains to how people get from Point A to Point B. No longer are people questioning whether big data, the Internet of Things (IoT) and machine learning will lead to major innovations in transportation. It’s already happening. The biggest question […]
Successful product development requires input from people with specialized skills from across a variety of business departments. The best cross-functional product team managers understand engineering and design, often working daily with people from those areas. But overseeing a product team requires a larger view and incorporation of ideas from areas as diverse as marketing, quality […]
Innovative technology is changing the accounting field. The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, cloud computing, and other tech tools opens the door to optimizing many accounting tasks. These technologies have revolutionized businesses in every industry. Accountants must be technologically conversant to serve their clients’ accounting needs properly. In today’s business environment, accounting students […]
Java ranks among the most used programming languages, along with Python, SQL, and Ruby. Most software engineers are proficient in at least one of these languages. Many prefer Java because it’s platform agnostic and comes with strong security protocols. Merrimack College offers software engineers the opportunity to learn Java as part of the school’s online […]
Driven to find better ways to manage operations during the economic challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic, business leaders have increasingly turned to business analytics to better manage risk, fuel decision-making, and provide valuable insights into developing strategy. Business analytics has already provided the key to understanding, mitigating, and vaccinating against COVID-19. Now, executives want to better […]
Product managers play critical roles in the life cycle of new products. That basic description sounds simple enough. Nonetheless, conceptualizing, planning, pricing, launching, and marketing a viable product requires a broad array of product management skills. A fusion of technical, business, and soft skills make new products come to life. Orchestrating product development projects is […]