Whether it is due to the sluggish economy or an environment of escalating competition, it seems that many successful entrepreneurs are returing to the classroom. Some realize that their own limitations may be holding them back from achieving certain goals. They are looking at learning as an investment in long-term success. Others seek more immediate and tangible returns that come from learning a new language or other skill.
This great online article explains why a growing number of entrepreneurs are returning to school to gain skills that will help them become more successful than they can on their own. One entrepreneur in the article simply realized that she required a little “extra professional seasoning that she wasn’t likely to get on the job” in order to nurture her company from idea to successful enterprise.
Continuing Education is a great resource for professionals who need this additional quality training, but don’t have the time to invest in a degree program. Balance is a very important part of the quest for higher education, and the type of training one can get in a Continuing Education program is high-quality, low-cost, and requires a minimum time committment.
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The article is absolutely correct. During this downtime in our economy I had an opportunity to look over my resume and assess my 5-year gold. I discovered that I needed a background in HR Management and International Business to gain a competitive advantage. As a result, I enrolled in CSU in the HR Management track with a minor in International Business. I had hoped to dual major, but there was no Bachelor’s track in International Business.
I plan to take advantage of the Continuing Education program at CSU to begin the Six Sigma and Leadership programs.