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Insights from the Girard School of Business A corporate controller is a management position that involves overseeing the accounting operations for an organization, including payroll, budget, and financial reporting duties. A corporate controller typically reports directly to a company’s chief financial officer. A professional who wants to become a corporate controller typically works several years […]
Insights from the Girard School of Business and the School of Science and Engineering Collecting car data generates an enormous amount of information that, if shared, can lead to improvements in the driving experience and overall traffic patterns. Modern, connected cars can share data with other vehicles, the manufacturers and third-party service providers. But what […]
Insights from the Girard School of Business While a master’s degree program in accounting should not be considered a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam prep program, it can give you the tools you need to pass the CPA exam. That’s a big advantage, as earning a CPA can quickly boost an accountant’s career. There are […]
Insights from the Gerard School of Business and the School of Science and Engineering Chief digital officer (CDO) is a relatively new executive position that has become a priority for companies that want to use data in the most powerful ways possible. A CDO focuses on leveraging data to transition and improve business operations using […]
Diversity and social justice in education are central issues for today’s teacher. While education has long been heralded as a part of a society where a true meritocracy reigns, educators know further work needs to be done to truly create a level playing field for people of all races, ethnic origins, and economic backgrounds. This […]
Insights from the Girard School of Business and the School of Science and Engineering Population health signals a shift in healthcare strategy from passive reaction to more proactive medical services. This involves a great deal of data collection and analysis to be successful, which is why data science in population healthis so important. With the use […]
Insights from the School of Education and Social Policy at Merrimack College To teach elementary education in Massachusetts you must pass two sections of the Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure (MTEL). The first is the General Curriculum section, while the second is the Foundations of Reading section. The General Curriculum section includes multi-subject and math sub-tests, according to the […]
Insights from the School of Education and Social Policy at Merrimack College Massachusetts has a structured, tiered system for teachers. Meaning to earn a professional license, teachers must earn a master’s degree and pass the pertinent parts of the Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure (MTEL). A master’s degree is not required to begin a career […]
Insights from the Girard School of Business and the School of Science and Engineering Cryptocurrency emerged a decade ago, promising a convenient and secure way to make digital transactions. However, the predictions of a worldwide financial revolution have fallen short, as cryptocurrency has faced challenges including countries considering banning their use and issues with theft […]
Insights from the Girard School of Business and the School of Science and Engineering Businesses today operate in a complex, global environment where rapid change and intense competition contribute to the number of risks that can sabotage success. For forward-thinking organizations, data science offers analytical tools that help assess and track risk factors and tackle […]