Accounting for Small Business Certification Success Story
FlexProfessionals, in partnership with Merrimack College, has developed a 12-week, asynchronous Accounting for Small Business Certification course to help clients fill transactional bookkeeping positions.
The Impact of Innovative Technology and AI in Accounting
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
Why Should You Consider an MSA Degree?
A Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) greatly increases the chances of success for accountants who want to attain the most challenging and rewarding jobs in the field. The benefits of earning
Should I Hire an Accountant for Small Business as an Advisor?
Accountants for small business can earn the trust of their clients and use their expertise to act as a small business advisor.
What Jobs Can I Get With a Graduate Accounting Degree?
Thinking about getting a Masters in Accounting? CFO and Fund Manager are just some jobs that you can get with a graduate accounting degree. Read more here.
What are the Top Two Challenges Facing Accountants?
What are the main challenges for accountants today and how can they adapt to new technology and the changing landscape of the accounting profession?
Data Science Product Management in the Age of Insight
What does a data science product manager do, what led to the development of this career and how you can become one?
Product Management: The Career Path You Didn’t Know You Wanted to Take
A great product manager is the maestro of product development and the creative masters of imagination, integration, analysis, and leadership.
Why Get Your Master’s Degree in Product Management?
Product management provides an example of how traditional engineering disciplines have evolved, requiring team leaders in engineering to develop business, leadership, and technical skills. In the case of product management, professionals learn
Trends in Product Management
It’s an exciting time for product managers. Product management trends propel an ongoing digital transformation in our lives and work. A Salesforce article defines digital transformation as “using digital technologies to create
HR Professionals Have More Than One Path to Success
The field of human resource management is evolving. HR employees and the HR department as a whole are critical to the success of any organization. What is appealing about the career path
Product Management in the 21st Century: Transforming the Future
Product management is a relatively new field. The origin story of the profession remains open to debate. By most accounts, the genesis of product management was a memo written in 1931 by
Which Product Management Program is Right for Me?
Merrimack offers three pathways for students interested in a career in product management. Learn which option is right for your professional and personal goals.
A Master’s Degree in Data Science Offers Data-Focused, Problem-Solving Skills
A thriving economy solves people’s problems. No system is perfect and sound decision-making is critical to navigating a challenging world. Earning a master’s degree in data science gives analysts and data professionals
Top Management Skills For Middle Managers Ready to Advance Their Career
The challenges of middle management are nothing new, but that doesn’t make it any less difficult for the middle manager involved. The nature of the job requires deftly crossing and recrossing the
What are the Common Tools that Software Product Managers Use?
A fine table requires the right tools to build. So it is with the hardware and software products we use and depend on every day. Like woodworkers’ tools used to produce fine
The Triple Bottom Line: Business Analytics and Corporate Sustainability
Profit is the motivating force behind any business. Indeed, without profit, a company’s longevity is in serious doubt. But corporate sustainability--in every sense of the word--is about more than quarterly earnings. In
Business Skills Employers Look for in a Post COVID-19 Environment
Business managers continue to feel the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in their personal and professional lives, with the shift to remote work ranking among the most significant. With many businesses preparing
Which Product Management Program is Right for Me?
Merrimack offers three pathways for students interested in a career in product management. Learn which option is right for your professional and personal goals.
Data Scientist vs Computer Scientist
Computer scientists and data scientists are critical in the modern workforce. Earn an MS in computer science online at Merrimack College.
What Does a Front-End Engineer Do?
Front-End engineers develop well-functioning user interface elements such as site loading speed, coding, efficiency, and ease of use.
Do you need a Master’s Degree in Computer Science if ChatGPT can “do it all?”
Paulo Fernandes, Program Director for the online MS in Computer Science at Merrimack College explains why we still need good software developers despite software like ChatGPT rising in popularity.
Why Get Your Master’s Degree in Product Management?
Product management provides an example of how traditional engineering disciplines have evolved, requiring team leaders in engineering to develop business, leadership, and technical skills. In the case of product management, professionals learn
Principles of Product Management
Product management is an evolving career field within engineering management. Steeped in Agile and Lean methodologies, product managers can quickly learn the tools and techniques that support the efficient development of new
NBA’s Senior Director, Basketball Strategy & Analytics, and Senior Data Scientist, to teach “Advanced Sports Analytics”
Josh Orenstein joins Merrimack College’s School of Science and Engineering as adjunct faculty for the online M.S. in Data Science course “Advanced Sports Analytics.”
A Master’s Degree in Data Science Offers Data-Focused, Problem-Solving Skills
A thriving economy solves people’s problems. No system is perfect and sound decision-making is critical to navigating a challenging world. Earning a master’s degree in data science gives analysts and data professionals
Trends in Data Science
Any talk of data science trends typically features a familiar cast of characters. Articles chronicling the data science revolution explore big data, the cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, the internet of things,
Data Science, AI, Big Data, and the Internet of Things: Help Lead Industry 4.0
“Alexa, start my evening.” At the command of your voice, the living room lights dim, the music starts, and you’re ready to relax. Welcome to the world of IoT, or the Internet
Project Management Methodologies That Are Key to Success
Product management methodologies provide a framework to plan, structure, and control the process of developing new products that meet customer needs. Understanding these methodologies is key to a successful product manager career.
Data Science for Sustainability: The Smart Grid and Energy Storage
Renewable energy sources will power the future of a viable new energy economy. The urgency to address climate change and sustainable human development and the need for cleaner energy sources become more
The Importance of SEL Certification for Teachers
Several studies reveal the importance of SEL training for teachers. Earn a Social Emotional Learning certificate online at Merrimack College.
What Makes a Good Teacher?
What makes a good teacher is a love of learning combined with excellent teaching skills. Earn an M.Ed online at Merrimack College.
The Importance of Teacher Education
Teacher education, including pursuing professional development certificates, impacts student achievement. Study online at Merrimack College.
Bachelor Completion Degree Specialization in Child and Family Studies
Child and Family Studies jobs support children and parents. Specialize in the field with a bachelor's completion degree at Merrimack College.
Emergency License Teachers: Fielding Opportunity for Aspiring Educators
Across the state of Massachusetts, teachers provide a significant impact on formal education, with quality instruction being a crucial component to student learning. Teacher knowledge, practice and instruction methodology can have considerable
How to Become a Kindergarten Teacher
Decades of research has shown the importance of early childhood education in a student’s academic skill development. Children in high-quality kindergarten through Grade 2 programs have an increased level of preparedness for
Highlight: Briana Schumacher, Online MS in Business Analytics Graduate
Briana Schumacher earned her MS in Business Analytics from Merrimack College. Her love of STEM topics started in childhood and continues still.
Merrimack College Data Science Faculty – For the Love of Statistics and Teaching
Merrimack College Data Science Faculty Fotios Kokkotos is a scholar practitioner, accredited statistician, and dedicated professor.
Data Science Resources: Dr. Banasiewicz Shares his Expertise
Discover the data science resources available to students of the Merrimack College Online MS in Data Science program headed by Dr. Banasiewicz.
Merrimack College Ranked Among Top 10 Best Value Online Big Data Programs for 2020
Merrimack College’s MS in Data Science and Analytics has been ranked #10 in the country for best value by ValueColleges.com.
How to Be a Successful Online Student
Being a successful online student is a commitment to your future. Earn your bachelor’s degree online at Merrimack College.
Should I go Back to School? Four Questions to Consider
Should I go back to school? That question is easier when you first consider these four questions. Complete your degree at Merrimack College.
Finish Your Bachelor’s Degree Online at Merrimack College
Finish your bachelor’s degree online with a completion degree designed for working professionals ready to advance their careers & education.
Merrimack College Data Science Recognition
Merrick College's online Data Science program was recognized as a Top 20 National program by Intelligent.com .
The History of Merrimack College as One of the Best Colleges in the Northeast
Ranked as one of the best colleges in the Northeast, Merrimack College has a unique history that speaks to the success of its graduates today.