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Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« Launches Coursera Career Academy for Students, Faculty and Staff

Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« recently launched the , a collaboration with Coursera, the renowned online learning platform that bridges the gap between academic study and practical vocational skills.

This pioneering initiative is specifically designed to equip both undergraduate and graduate students with practical, real-world job training directly from some of the globe’s most esteemed companies, including industry giants like Google, Microsoft, and IBM.

Starting this Fall, Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« students, faculty and staff will have access to Coursera's comprehensive Career Academy portfolio, offering them the unique opportunity to obtain coveted professional certificates in tandem with their degree studies.

The Coursera Career Academy offers Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« students, faculty and staff:

• Professional Certificates: These six-eight-month long modules do not require a prior degree or experience and provide foundational job training by industry luminaries such as Google, IBM, Meta, and more.
• Guided Projects: Engaging, hands-on tutorials that impart job-relevant skills swiftly and efficiently, often in less than two hours.
• Career Exploration Resources: Detailed insights into various job roles, including necessary skills, typical responsibilities, and average salaries (where applicable), providing students with a comprehensive understanding of potential career trajectories.

The career academy helps Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« students navigate through an array of career possibilities across multiple industries, understanding the specific skill sets each role demands. Furthermore, they can enroll in targeted certificate programs and hands-on projects that are intricately aligned with their career aspirations.

This collaboration represents a milestone for Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« in its mission to not only provide exemplary academic instruction but also to imbue students with the skills and knowledge essential for success in today's competitive job market. Through the Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« Career Academy on Coursera, Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« is setting a new precedent for academic excellence and career readiness, firmly positioning its students for success in their chosen fields.

Email continuinged@lewisu.edu for more information.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« is an innovative Catholic university offering market-relevant undergraduate and graduate programs to 6,500 students. Sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« is nationally recognized for preparing intellectually engaged, ethically grounded, and globally-connected graduates who impact the world for the better. Visit for further information.