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[Featured image] An MBA student attends a lecture on her laptop computer. She's sitting at a table next to a window.

Is an Online MBA Worth It? The Return on Your Investment

Online MBAs can be worth it if you're prioritizing cost and flexibility and are ready to embrace online interaction with your peers and professors.

March 30, 2021

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[Featured image] A social media manager sits at a desk with a desktop computer.

What's a Social Media Manager? And How to Become One

Learn more about what it takes to succeed as a social media manager and the skills you'll need to become one.

March 30, 2021

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[Featured image] A project manager is discussing the life cycle of a project with a coworker.

10 PMI Certifications to Level Up Your Project Management Career in 2025

From the associate level CAPM to the portfolio management credential PfMP, the Project Management Institute (PMI) offers several certifications for project managers at stages levels in their careers.

March 30, 2021

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Should You Go Back to School? 7 Things to Consider

Going back to school as an adult has the potential to boost your career possibilities and your income. Check out some questions to ask yourself as you figure out what's best for you.

March 30, 2021

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[Featured image] A CompTIA A+-certified IT worker sits in a server room and works on a black desktop computer.

What Is the CompTIA A+ Certification? A Certification to Start Your IT Career

The CompTIA A+ certification is designed to help you land an entry-level position in IT by ensuring you know the basics of working with hardware, networks, and computer systems.

February 26, 2021

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[Featured image] A project manager in a blue button-down leans against a whiteboard with colorful post-it notes on it.

How to Get a PMP Certification: An Overview

With over a million certification holders worldwide, the PMP is widely recognized and has been linked to multiple benefits for project managers. Here's what you need to know to get started.

February 22, 2021

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