The Curve – MIT
An online learning blog for professionals, from MIT
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MIT xPRO
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August 6th, 2024
3 Minute Read
Credentials are an increasingly valuable indicator of competency and potential in today’s technical job market. In fact, many technical employers, such as manufacturers, prioritize certifications that demonstrate practical skills over traditional degrees.
Online Education | Professional Development
By:
MIT xPRO
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March 20th, 2024
4 Minute Read
A survey conducted by global consulting firm McKinsey & Company revealed that “during the first 12 months of the pandemic, top-decile economic performers innovated nearly twice as fast as their low-performing peers in generating new products and services.”
By:
MIT xPRO
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September 13th, 2023
7 Minute Read
Wondering what to read next? Ready to stimulate your brain with topics ranging from systems engineering to artificial intelligence? You’ve come to the right place.
Online Education | Professional Development
By:
MIT xPRO
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July 31st, 2023
3 Minute Read
We recently spoke with Olivier de Weck to get his insights on leveraging information to improve project management strategy. The resulting article covered substantial ground:
Technology Insider | Online Education | Professional Development
By:
MIT xPRO
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June 7th, 2023
5 Minute Read
A survey conducted by global consulting firm McKinsey & Company revealed that “during the first 12 months of the pandemic, top-decile economic performers innovated nearly twice as fast as their low-performing peers in generating new products and services.”
Online Education | Professional Development
By:
MIT xPRO
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May 10th, 2023
5 Minute Read
Online corporate learning is one of the most effective ways to deepen your team’s knowledge and expand their abilities regarding everything from the most ground-breaking emerging technologies to so-called “soft skills” like critical thinking.
Online Education | Professional Development | Leadership
By:
MIT xPRO
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April 19th, 2023
5 Minute Read
“Everything around us that is human-made is the result of projects that were planned and executed to enhance the world we live in,” says Olivier de Weck, MIT Apollo Program Professor of Astronautics and Engineering Systems and lead faculty instructor of MIT xPRO’s project management course, Project Management: Leading Organizations to Success.
Online Education | Professional Development | Leadership
By:
MIT xPRO
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April 5th, 2023
3 Minute Read
Organizations everywhere are upskilling employees with corporate training that focuses on emerging technologies. But essential skills—what some call “soft skills”—can be equally important in many professional contexts.
By:
MIT xPRO
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February 22nd, 2023
4 Minute Read
Creating a culture of learning in the workplace has been shown to encourage employee engagement, promote a team-wide growth mindset, drive innovation, inspire continuous improvement, and attract and retain top talent—all significant benefits that can directly impact companies’ bottom lines.
Online Education | Professional Development | Quantum Computing
By:
MIT xPRO
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January 19th, 2023
5 Minute Read
The quantum computing revolution is coming—will your organization be ready for it?