Networking is predicted to become the second fastest growing occupation in the U.S., faster than the average for all occupations, and should continue to grow as we invest in new, quicker technology and mobile networks. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth for network administrators, network support specialists and computer network architects alone is projected to grow by more than 20 percent by 2018.
Here’s an infographic to show the industry’s growth, what the future of tech looks like and the skills that will be in demand. Read More »
Tags: certification, IT Professionals, IT shortage, IT skills, Jeanne Beliveau-Dunn, Jeanne Dunn, Learning@Cisco, talent
Explosive data growth and new transformational technologies such as cloud computing, converged infrastructure, unified networking and big data are changing the way organizations are running their businesses today. These new technologies affect IT systems and infrastructures, as well as the practitioners that design, install, operate and manage them. New skills and knowledge are needed for organizations to maximize the benefits of these new technologies.
To prepare the next generation of workers, Cisco is joining forces with EMC to offer comprehensive technical education solutions in the areas of cloud architecture, virtualization, storage, data center networking and data science. Watch below as Jeanne Beliveau-Dunn, vice president and general manager, Learning@Cisco and Tom Clancy, vice president, EMC Education Services discuss the joint education offerings available.
The joint education solutions offer advanced training and certifications to help customers acquire the skills required to successfully architect, build and transform their IT infrastructure, adopt cloud computing and realize the promise of data science and Big Data analytics.
Be sure to visit www.ciscolearningnetwork.com and http://education.emc.com for more information!
Tags: CCNA, CCNP, certifications, Cisco, Cisco Certified, Cisco Learning Network, Cloud Technologies, collaboration, data center, Data Center Could, education, EMC, IT Certifications, Learning@Cisco, network, talent development, unified communications
According to the American Society for Training & Development, 37 percent of training in 2009 involved electronic technology, up from 15 percent in 2002, while face-to-face instruction fell to 59 percent. As the paradigm of education continues to evolve to meet new institutional and business requirements, developing instructional strategies for new virtual education environments is becoming key to improving student results.
Watch below as David E. Fenske, Dean, iSchool at Drexel – College of Information Science and Technology and I discuss Talent Development in a Virtual World – TelePresence, Trust & Learning.
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Tags: Cisco, distance learning, Drexel University, education, highered, iSchool at Drexel, Jeanne Beliveau-Dunn, Learning@Cisco, talent development, talent gap, TelePresence, WebEX
“There are two great equalizers in life – the Internet and education,” – Chambers
The last of our three TechWiseTV shows taped at CiscoLive in London is now out – its a very Special Edition on the relationship of Learning at Cisco and CiscoLive. (Click here to register and watch the show right now).
These two items are really well matched. CiscoLive has a rich history focused directly on knowledge sharing, learning and of course certifications. This is what I really love about these events – tons of smart geeks looking to have fun and get smarter.
Our goal for this special edition of TechWiseTV is to dive into the motivation and the opportunity of using CiscoLive as a milestone in your career. These events occur in key cities around the world featuring abundant benefits for those pursuing career advancement in the networking field.
Two big things on the agenda:
1. History of Learning at Cisco
2. Top 5 Reasons to Target Learning at CiscoLive
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Tags: CCIE, certification, Cisco Learning Network, ciscolive, learning, Learning@Cisco