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New Courses and Programs from MIT xPRO

MIT xPRO Launches the Chief Operating Officer (COO) Program:

MIT xPRO Launches the Chief Operating Officer (COO) Program

Created in collaboration with Emeritus, the new 9- to 12-month program provides senior executives with the mindset and practical skills to quickly assess and align day-to-day operations while driving innovation to lead performance and growth.

CAMBRIDGE, MA 2022 — MIT xPRO is launching its inaugural Chief Operating Officer (COO) Program to provide senior executives with the tools, frameworks, and insights needed to advance their careers and make an impact in their organizations. The program is being launched in collaboration with Emeritus, the global leader in making world-class professional education accessible and affordable, and enrollment is now open for a December 2022 start.

In today’s uncertain business landscape, organizations face dynamic challenges — from employee retention and digital transformation to environmental, social, and governance issues — all of which fall under the wide-ranging role of the modern COO. In fact, according to a 2022 study by PwC, 53% of COOs say that increasing agility in the face of a turbulent business environment is very important for their company to grow. The COO must be able to successfully address internal and external challenges while functioning as a strategic C-suite partner who can translate the CEO's vision into practical business solutions.

Participants will join a global cohort benefiting from the program’s in-depth curriculum, expert faculty, and invaluable networking opportunities. The program includes 19 weeks of core modules focused on the COO as a strategic partner, business transformation, and the COO as a leader. The core modules are followed by 6–10 weeks of online electives (participants choose two). The flexible program journey includes self-paced learning, engaging live sessions with faculty and guest speakers, and a dedicated success coach. Throughout, participants have the opportunity to work on executive reflections where they can apply program insights to their organization’s challenges and develop actionable solutions. The program also includes an optional two-day in-person networking event on the MIT campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Upon successful completion of the program, participants are awarded a verified certificate of completion by MIT xPRO.

“In an uncertain business environment, organizations are looking for operational leadership to translate their vision into growth-led strategies,” says MIT Senior Lecturer, David Niño, faculty director for the COO Program. “MIT xPRO’s Chief Operating Officer (COO) Program equips you to think holistically about your organization’s needs and adopt a data-driven approach to business transformation. The focus of the program is to future-proof the organization through technology-enabled strategies that deliver sustained growth and competitive value.”

The program is designed and delivered by renowned faculty who bring their cutting-edge expertise on key technology accelerators, combined with principles of organizational strategy and leadership. The cross-functional faculty are drawn from MIT’s Mechanical Engineering department, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, and AeroAstro department, as well as the MIT Sloan School of Management and MIT Executive Education.

“The modern COO must be multifunctional, balancing traditional operational leadership

with driving innovation and delivering transformational change projects," says Mike Malefakis, president of university partnerships at Emeritus. “We're honored to work with MIT xPRO to provide this immersive learning journey.”

The program is currently enrolling eligible participants with a minimum of 10 years of work experience for a December 15, 2022, start date. To apply or request additional information, please visit the program page here.

About MIT xPRO

Founded in 1861, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is committed to generating, disseminating, and preserving knowledge and to working with others to bring this knowledge to bear on the world’s great challenges. MIT is ranked #1 in Forbes’s America's Top Colleges list of the nation’s best colleges and universities. MIT is dedicated to providing rigorous academic study, innovative research, scholarship, and a diverse campus community. MIT’s motto, “Mens et manus” (“Mind and hand” in Latin), epitomizes the university’s dedication to education focused on practical solutions. Through MIT xPRO — one of the institute's online learning platforms — global executives can access vetted content from world-renowned experts anytime, anywhere. Designed using cutting-edge research in the neuroscience of learning, MIT xPRO programs are application-focused, helping business leaders build their skills on the job and in real time.

About Emeritus

Emeritus is committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, companies and governments around the world. It does this by collaborating with more than 60 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, India, and China. Emeritus' short courses, degree programs, professional certificates, and senior executive programs help individuals learn new skills and transform their lives, companies, and organizations. Its unique model of state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation, and hands-on instruction from senior faculty, mentors, and coaches has educated more than 250,000 individuals across more than 80 countries. Founded in 2015, Emeritus, part of the Eruditus Group, has more than 2,000 employees globally and offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, Singapore, Palo Alto, Mexico City, New York, Boston, London, and Dubai. For more information, please visit https://emeritus.org.

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Rapid Prototyping Methodologies for Commercial Application launches on January 18, 2023:

BOSTON, October 28, 2022: Rapid Prototyping Methodologies for Commercial Application launches on January 18, 2023 from MIT xPRO to address the worldwide need for rapid product development. It is catered to designers, engineers, and product managers with the skills and experience to create and lead cutting-edge products that meet customers' needs. The program is an immersive 8-week online learning program designed to map the attribute set of the desired product to the attribute set of a concept prototype that replicates the product's look, feel, and functionality. According to McKinsey, four decades after the development of the first commercial 3D printers, the rapid prototyping market is currently intense and bustling, with more than 200 players competing to develop new hardware, software, and materials.

This new MIT xPRO program builds on the impact of rapid prototyping on product development and the overall production cycle, led by Professor Martin Culpepper, a top MIT expert in rapid prototyping. The program comprehensively introduces rapid prototyping technology and its various applications across industries. It provides an intensive coverage of techniques and strategies that enable optimal use of rapid prototyping technology in product design and manufacturing. Rapid prototyping covers aerospace, automotive, medical device manufacturing, and the military, among other industries.

Delivered in collaboration with Emeritus, the program engages participants through online video lectures, interactive discussions, and practical exercises on essential tools for rapid prototyping. In a program highlight, participants will design the Project Manus face shield or the beam steering gyroscope for a satellite from scratch. Lead faculty Professor Culpepper developed both products personally. MIT xPRO developed the plastic face shield during COVID-19, which became an integral part of PPE suits. The participants will be studying these as part of their curriculum in this program.

Supplementing the program work is a lineup of guest experts who bring firsthand industry insights straight from their own technical projects. MIT xPRO: Rapid Prototyping Methodologies for Commercial Application program imparts an intimate understanding of product performance, fewer design iterations, and enhanced early understanding of scaling and manufacturability issues.

About MIT xPRO

MIT xPRO's online learning programs leverage vetted content from world-renowned experts to make learning accessible anytime, anywhere. Designed using cutting-edge research in the neuroscience of learning, MIT xPRO programs are application-focused, helping professionals build their skills on the job. To explore the full catalog of MIT xPRO programs, visit xpro.mit.edu.

About Emeritus

Emeritus is committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, organizations, and governments around the world. It does this by collaborating with more than 50 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, India, and China. Emeritus's short courses, degree programs, professional certificates, and senior executive programs help individuals learn new skills and transform their lives, businesses, and organizations. Its unique model of state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation, and hands-on instruction from senior faculty, mentors, and coaches has educated more than 250,000 individuals across more than 80 countries. Founded in 2015, Emeritus, part of the Eruditus Group, has more than 2,000 employees globally and offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, Singapore, Palo Alto, Mexico City, New York, Boston, London, and Dubai. Following its $650 million Series E funding round in August 2021, the company is valued at $3.2 billion and is backed by Accel, SoftBank Vision Fund 2, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Leeds Illuminate, Prosus Ventures, Sequoia Capital India, and Bertelsmann.

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WHU Executive Education and MITxPRO offer asynchronous online course:

WHU Executive Education and MITxPRO offer asynchronous online course applying lessons from professional sports

Aug 03, 2022

Executive Education at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, with a variety of cooperative open programs already globally recognized by the Financial Times (#15 in the 2022 Ranking), continues to diversify its portfolio. WHU knows that it is more important than ever for any executive to take a 360° view of their field of practice to prepare themselves for the future. A core part of that is paying mind to how an industry can and ultimately does evolve—and understanding the potential strategic changes that new technology may bring. To date, the world of sports has secured itself a connected future and earned the reputation of being an industry well ahead of the curve. On October 3, WHU Executive Education will debut the new Transformational Technologies: Applied Lessons from Sports course running as a part of the MIT xPRO series. This brand-new curriculum uses the sports industry as an example of where the world of business is headed.

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA (USA) started offering their xPRO series of courses in 2016, seeking to combine a student’s business acumen with the technical expertise necessary for the future. In line with this approach, this new asynchronous course, developed together with WHU, is the first of its kind to center around the sports industry and how it has adopted new technology—including virtual reality, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and Web 3.0. Designed for business professionals across all industries, the program will show how technological breakthroughs could forever change the way business is conducted and enable participants to apply this freshly gained knowledge to their own professional lives.

Professor Sascha L. Schmidt, holder of the Sports and Management Chair at WHU, is spearheading the course and explained, “This is a chance for business professionals to learn more about today’s technology revolution—and how it affects both their private and professional environment.” Upon successfully completing the course, participants will receive an official certification from WHU and MIT xPRO.

Those interested in enrolling in the program can find more information on the official course website.

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Meeting the Demand for Project Management Leadership: MIT xPRO Launches New Professional Certificate:

This 21-week program in collaboration with Emeritus, launching April 18, provides market-ready skills for the 25 million technical project management job openings forecast globally until 2030.

BOSTON, March 8, 2022: A timely new Professional Certificate in Technical Project Management launches on April 18 from MIT xPRO to address the urgent worldwide need for project managers who have the skills and experience to lead digital tech initiatives for information technology (IT), hardware, and software development projects. The program is an intensive 21-week online learning program designed to train professionals to plan, schedule, budget, manage, and deliver complex, high-performance projects in the tech space.

Led by Dr. Steven D. Eppinger, professor of Management Science and Innovation at the MIT Sloan School of Management, and Dr. Bryan R. Moser, academic director and senior lecturer of MIT’s System Design and Management program, this new MIT xPRO Technical Project Management program builds on understanding the project manager role using successive modules to emphasize the specialized skills and methods technical project managers (TPMs) need to manage hardware, software, and IT projects for industries ranging from aerospace to automotive, medical device manufacturing, and the military.

“Between 2020 and 2021, the job postings doubled by eligible candidates who can bring project management skills to the table. This program gives participants the skills they need for high-paying, challenging jobs in the private and public sectors, for both hardware and software projects,” said Cynthia Breazeal, Dean for Digital Learning, MIT Open Learning. “We’re thrilled to offer such a specialized training program to fill a critical need in the workforce.”

Delivered in collaboration with Emeritus, the program engages participants through online video lectures, interactive discussions, and practical exercises on the tools that are essential to the TPM role, including agile/scaled agile framework, the waterfall method, the spiral model, flow, project evaluation review techniques, the critical chain and critical path project management methods, and the design structure matrix. Supplementing the program work is a lineup of guest experts who bring firsthand industry insights straight from their own technical projects.

“With the rise of complex digital projects in every industry, it is hard to overstate the demand for highly skilled project managers who can speak the language of engineers and developers and drive process change to deliver high-quality technical projects and products for their organizations,” said Erin Rosenblatt, Vice President of Online Certificates and Bootcamps, Emeritus. “We are so excited to collaborate with MIT xPRO to offer this affordable and impactful program taught by pioneers in the project management field.”

MIT xPRO: The Professional Certificate in Technical Project Management is designed to train current project managers, early-career tech professionals, engineers, and career-track changers in the specialized skills that are required to lead complex technical projects from planning through to delivery. The program is now open for application. To learn more, visit the program page.

About MIT xPRO

MIT xPRO’s online learning programs leverage vetted content from world-renowned experts to make learning accessible anytime, anywhere. Designed using cutting-edge research in the neuroscience of learning, MIT xPRO programs are application-focused, helping professionals build their skills on the job. To explore the full catalog of MIT xPRO programs, visit xpro.mit.edu.

About Emeritus

Emeritus is committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, organizations, and governments around the world. It does this by collaborating with more than 50 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, India, and China. Emeritus’s short courses, degree programs, professional certificates, and senior executive programs help individuals learn new skills and transform their lives, businesses, and organizations. Its unique model of state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation, and hands-on instruction from senior faculty, mentors, and coaches has educated more than 250,000 individuals across more than 80 countries. Founded in 2015, Emeritus, part of the Eruditus Group, has more than 2,000 employees globally and offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, Singapore, Palo Alto, Mexico City, New York, Boston, London, and Dubai. Following its $650 million Series E funding round in August 2021, the company is valued at $3.2 billion and is backed by Accel, SoftBank Vision Fund 2, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Leeds Illuminate, Prosus Ventures, Sequoia Capital India, and Bertelsmann.

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MIT xPRO Launches Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Program, Focused on the Fundamentals and App:

This 8-week program, launching December 09, provides a unique opportunity to upskill in virtual and augmented reality technologies that are part of the growing extended reality (XR), which is projected to experience explosive growth over the next five years.

BOSTON, October 25, 2021: In response to the growing need for expertise in AR, VR, and MR technologies, MIT xPRO has launched the Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality program through Emeritus. The 8-week online program will provide professionals with a foundational knowledge of XR technologies (the collective term for these “extended reality” technologies) and their applications that have the potential to set you apart.

This program is led by D. Fox Harrell, professor of digital media and artificial intelligence at MIT. He is a professor in both the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) and Comparative Media Studies Program. He is the director of the MIT Center for Advanced Virtuality.

“The program aims to familiarize participants with technologies ranging from virtual reality (VR) to augmented and mixed reality (AR and MR) systems and beyond, all of which use computing to build imaginative experiences on top of our physical world,” says Professor Harrell. “It provides a unique perspective on how these systems impact how we now communicate, express, learn, play, and work – as well as an opportunity to get hands-on experience with XR system development.”

Drawing on MIT xPRO’s excellence in technology and leadership, this program teaches the principles of designing effective and engaging XR experiences that are inclusive and promote social good. The curriculum lays a crucial foundation in XR for those who want to expand their learning horizons and explore the rapidly growing field of XR technologies.

“As the demand for skilled XR professionals increases, it will be critical for employers to add professionals who are conversant in VR, AR, and MR to their workforce to take advantage of the growing opportunity in the field,” says Shaun Dubash, President of Online Certificates & Bootcamps Business at Emeritus. “We, at Emeritus, are excited to work with MIT xPRO to help professionals learn the fundamentals for success in the increasingly competitive XR market.”

MIT xPRO’s Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality program is geared toward designers, managers, and leaders who are involved in conceiving XR system ideas, communicating them with developers, and making recommendations to clients and other key stakeholders. It is also geared toward developers and others who work in a creative capacity who wish to gain an edge by more deeply understanding these technologies and tapping into the cutting-edge XR content market. To learn more, visit the program page.

About MIT xPRO

MIT xPRO’s online learning programs leverage vetted content from world-renowned experts to make learning accessible anytime and anywhere. Designed using cutting-edge research in the neuroscience of learning, MIT xPRO programs are application-focused, helping professionals build their skills on the job. To explore the full catalog of MIT xPRO programs, visit: xpro.mit.edu.

About Emeritus (https://emeritus.org)

Emeritus is committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, organizations, and governments around the world. It does this by collaborating with more than 50 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, India, and China. Emeritus’ short programs, degree programs, professional certificates, and senior executive programs help individuals learn new skills and transform their lives, companies, and organizations. Its unique model of state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation, and hands-on instruction from senior faculty, mentors, and coaches has educated more than 250,000 individuals across 80+ countries. Founded in 2015, Emeritus, part of Eruditus Group, has more than 1,400 employees globally and offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, Singapore, Palo Alto, Mexico City, New York, Boston, London, and Dubai. Following its $650 million Series E funding round in August 2021, the company is valued at $3.2 billion and is backed by Accel, SoftBank Vision Fund 2, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Leeds Illuminate, Prosus Ventures, Sequoia Capital India, and Bertelsmann.

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Professional Certificate in Data Engineering through Emeritus - September 28, 2021:

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN DATA ENGINEERING – SEPTEMBER 28, 2021:

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MIT xPRO Announces New Professional Certificate in Data Engineering through Emeritus

Launching September 28, the 24-week course provides market-ready skills for one of the fastest growing jobs in the U.S.

BOSTON – August 30, 2021 – As data continues to evolve into a true strategic asset for organizations across the globe, the new Professional Certificate in Data Engineering from MIT xPRO is primed to train the data engineers responsible for building out the infrastructure needed to put data to work. Launching on September 28 and delivered through Emeritus, the intensive 24-week online learning program delivers job-ready skills that will help technology professionals remain competitive as the demand for trained data engineers intensifies.

This new MIT PRO program is led by John R. Williams, Professor of Information Engineering and Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Abel Sanchez, research scientist and executive director of MIT’s Geospatial Data Center. It explores the core concepts, tools, techniques, and best practices of data engineering that enable data engineers to create the “nervous system” of an organization, from building an effective data architecture and data warehouses to designing data models, streamlining data processing, automating data pipelines and beyond.

“Companies today are being forced to respond faster and with more precision than ever, and data engineers are responsible for innovating and building pipelines that can turn raw data into business advantage,” said John R. Williams. “We are excited to help technology professionals grow into data engineers and become the problem solvers of the cyber-info world.”

Delivered through Emeritus, the course engages learners through online video lectures, discussions, practice exercises, and hands-on experience with the latest industry tools and platforms. Coursework will be supplemented by engaging projects that grow into a market-ready portfolio that’s ready to share with potential employers. The course, which requires a commitment of 15-20 hours per week, also includes personalized feedback from experienced data engineering practitioners in a supportive environment, as well as live weekly office hours with program facilitators, career coaches, and industry mentors.

“As the need for data infrastructure grows, data engineers will become the key role that businesses rely on in the future,” said Erin Rosenblatt, Director of Professional Certificates for Emeritus. “We are excited to work with MIT on a program that can help ensure companies have the expertise needed to leverage this valuable information while also providing data professionals with enhanced career opportunities and a competitive edge in the job market.”

MIT xPRO: Professional Certificate in Data Engineering is geared for professionals with some coding experience who want to launch their career in data engineering or make the shift to this high-demand role from another technical field. The course is now open for application; to learn more, visit the program page.

About MIT xPRO

MIT xPRO’s online learning programs leverage vetted content from world-renowned experts to make learning accessible anytime, anywhere. Designed using cutting-edge research in the neuroscience of learning, MIT xPRO programs are application-focused, helping professionals build their skills on the job. To explore the full catalog of MIT xPRO courses and programs, visit xpro.mit.edu.

About Emeritus:

Emeritus is committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, companies, and governments around the world. It does this by collaborating with more than 50 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, India, and China. Emeritus’ short courses, degree programs, professional certificates, and senior executive programs help individuals learn new skills and transform their lives, companies, and organizations. Its unique model of state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation, and hands-on instruction from senior faculty, mentors, and coaches educates more has educated more than 250,000 individuals across 80+ countries. Founded in 2015, Emeritus, part of Eruditus Group, has more than 1,400 employees globally and offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, Singapore, Palo Alto, Mexico City, New York, Boston, London, and Dubai. Following its $650 million Series E funding round in August 2021, the company is valued at $3.2 billion, and is backed by Accel, SoftBank Vision Fund 2, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Leeds Illuminate, Prosus Ventures, Sequoia Capital India, and Bertelsmann.

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Technology and Business Have Conspired to Require a New Kind of Leader:

MIT xPRO Launches a New 6-Month Online Program through Emeritus for ‘New Frontier’ Leaders, Enabling Them to Manage Both People and Technology with Excellence

Boston – August 09, 2021 – As the lines blur between technologist and business leader, the need for managers who can manage both people and technology effectively has become a critical success factor. MIT xPRO is launching the Technology and Innovation Acceleration Program on the Emeritus platform to help bridge the gap between where tech leaders are, and where they need to be to achieve breakout performance.

To support technology professionals on this journey, more than 15 MIT faculty have distilled their expertise on key technology accelerators, along with principles of organizational strategy and leadership, into this comprehensive six-month program.

This program embodies the MIT motto, Mens et Manus – “mind and hand” – bringing a focus that is inherently practical for ‘New Frontier’ leaders. Dubbed a SPOC, or Small Private Online Course, the program blends synchronous and asynchronous learning methods to create a more personalized learning experience compared to traditional online courses.

"Technology leaders need a good balance of deep technical expertise and strong leadership skills to be effective and impactful in today's environment," notes program Faculty Director David Niño, Senior Lecturer in MIT's Bernard M. Gordon-MIT Engineering Leadership Program. “Some of the biggest opportunities in implementing technological innovations comes from leading the human-side of change.”

The Technology and Innovation Acceleration Program is designed for professionals who are preparing for technology leadership roles, leading technology innovation, building high-performing teams, and developing strategies for achieving organizational alignment.

MIT faculty have identified six domains of technology management that, when combined, lead to excellence. These six pillars are:

critical thinking, system thinking, emerging technology, radical innovation, organizational strategy, leadership

“Bringing high-quality education to all parts of the globe is part of Emeritus’ founding mission,” says Shaun Dubash, Senior Director at Emeritus. “If the last year of the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that technology is a great accelerator for learning.”

The program is priced at US$9,500, which includes all program materials, teaching fees, and access to online coursework. The program starts on September 9, 2021, and is open for enrollment through Emeritus. For more information about the program, visit the program page.

About MIT xPRO

MIT xPRO’s online learning programs leverage vetted content from world-renowned experts to make learning accessible anytime, anywhere. Designed using cutting-edge research in the neuroscience of learning, MIT xPRO programs are application-focused, helping professionals build their skills on the job. To explore the full catalog of MIT xPRO courses and programs, visit xpro.mit.edu.

About Emeritus

Emeritus is committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, companies, and governments around the world. It does this by collaborating with more than 50 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, India, and China. Emeritus’ short courses, degree programs, professional certificates, and senior executive programs help individuals learn new skills and transform their lives, companies, and organizations. Its unique model of state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation, and hands-on instruction from senior faculty, mentors, and coaches educates more than 250,000 students per year across 80 countries. Founded in 2015, Emeritus, part of the Eruditus Group, has more than 1,000 employees globally and offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, Singapore, Palo Alto, Mexico City, New York, Boston, London, and Dubai. The company is backed by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Sequoia India, Leeds Illuminate, and Prosus Ventures. Learn more at Emeritus.org and Emeritus LinkedIn.

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Professional Certification in Cybersecurity - June 30, 2021:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Fighting the Cybersecurity Threat:

MIT xPRO Launches New Professional Certification in Cybersecurity in Collaboration with Emeritus

24-Week Course, Launching June 30, Provides Personalized Training for the

Four Million-Plus Unfilled Cybersecurity Jobs Globally

BOSTON – June 10, 2021 – With ransomware, malware, phishing and other cyber-attacks threatening the security of companies, government entities, and organizations across the globe, a timely new Professional Certificate in Cybersecurity will launch on June 30 from MIT xPRO. The intensive 24-week online learning program, delivered through Emeritus, trains professionals to mitigate and combat digital security threats, and builds upon recognized security principles from the National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST).

Led by eight faculty from MIT’s Sloan School of Management and its Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), the new MIT xPro Cybersecurity course will begin with a study of baseline fundamentals, setting the stage for deeper dives into offensive and defensive methods and practices. It also covers hardware and software threats, cloud security, cryptography, privacy concerns, and legal responsibilities, and provides the framework, scope of knowledge, and tools to equip individuals for cybersecurity jobs worldwide.

“With more than 500,000 unfilled cybersecurity jobs in the United States, and more than four million globally, there is a dire need for well-educated and highly skilled cybersecurity professionals across both the private and public sectors,” said Dr. Keri Pearlson, Executive Director of the research group Cybersecurity at MIT Sloan (CAMS). “We are proud to play an important role in helping train a vital future workforce, with highly specific skills and knowledge.”

Delivered through Emeritus, the course engages learners through online video lectures, interactive text lessons, and practical exercises based on real case scenarios. Coursework will be supplemented by guest speakers from within the industry, and potential employers seeking promising job candidates. Of particular note, the course – which requires a commitment of 15-20 hours per week – includes personalized feedback from experienced cybersecurity practitioners in a supportive environment, as well as live weekly office hours with program facilitators, career coaches, and industry mentors. 

“It is evident that cybersecurity threats are not only on the rise, but, increasingly, have the grave potential to significantly upend daily lives and routines,” said Lisa Rohrer, Head of University Partnerships for Emeritus. “We are pleased to once again collaborate with MIT on a world-class affordable and accessible program that helps answer the call for highly trained individuals who can help businesses and government entities, alike, protect against what are truly significant threats.”

MIT xPRO: Professional Certificate in Cybersecurity is geared for both those without prior experience, and those with a working knowledge of computer science who want to specialize in protective standards. The course is now open for application; to learn more, visit https://executive-ed.xpro.mit.edu/professional-certificate-cybersecurity.

About MIT xPRO 

MIT xPRO’s online learning programs leverage vetted content from world-renowned experts to make learning accessible anytime, anywhere. Designed using cutting-edge research in the neuroscience of learning, MIT xPRO programs are application-focused, helping professionals build their skills on the job. To explore the full catalog of MIT xPRO courses and programs, visitxpro.mit.edu.

About Emeritus

Emeritus is committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, companies, and governments around the world. It does this by collaborating with more than 50 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, India, and China.  Emeritus’ short courses, degree programs, boot camps, and senior executive programs help individuals learn new skills and transform their lives, companies, and organizations. Its unique model of state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation, and hands-on instruction from senior faculty, mentors, and coaches educates more than 100,000 students per year across 80 countries. Founded in 2015, Emeritus, part of the Eruditus Group, has more than 1,000 employees globally and offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, Singapore, Palo Alto, Mexico City, New York, London, and Dubai. The company has raised over $160 million in capital and is backed by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Sequoia India, Leeds Illuminate, and Prosus Ventures. Learn more at Emeritus.org and Emeritus LinkedIn.

Media Contacts:

Janine Liberty, jliberty@mit.edu

Julie Horn for Emeritus, Juliet_Horn@dkcnews.com

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Professional Certificate in Coding for Women - April 01, 2021:

MIT xPRO, in collaboration with Emeritus, is launching a version of its Professional Certificate in Coding to create a unique learning experience for women to launch a career as a software developer or build on existing technical skills for a high-growth market.

Research shows that the presence of women on technical teams increases their collective problem-solving ability and creativity. As an institution, Massachusetts Institute of Technology has been striving for gender parity in science and technology for more than two decades. MIT’s female undergraduate population has risen to nearly 50 percent of total enrollments and this growth has been sustained across almost every department and school. Building on this achievement, MIT xPRO wants to increase diversity in software by minimizing barriers to entry.

The MIT xPRO Professional Certificate in Coding for Women (online) is an immersive 32-week course that covers the full technology stack – from front-end to back-end development—using the MERN stack, a JavaScript-based framework that is extremely popular across industries.

With employment for software developers projected to grow 22% from 2019 to 2029 (according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics), MIT xPRO’s latest offering for women is designed to create more options to meet the growing demand for software developers who can leverage the power of technology for their organizations. With this online offering, women anywhere in the world can develop the skills to be a full-stack developer—gaining both the tools and the confidence to advance careers in software development.

This program is led by John R. Williams, Professor of Information Engineering and Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Abel Sanchez, research scientist and executive director of MIT’s Geospatial Data Center. Dr. Sanchez’s organization, Beautiful Patterns, has run several successful pilots in Latin America to develop computational thinking programs for women. The Professional Certificate in Coding for Women program requires 15-20 hours of commitment per week, and includes hundreds of coding demos from these renowned MIT faculty and integrated coding assignments to assist women in building composite skills. The journey includes personalized feedback in a supportive environment, live weekly office hours with women program facilitators career coaches, industry mentors, and the opportunity to develop a GitHub portfolio for potential employers.

“Computer Science and Engineering – two of the most lucrative STEM fields – remain male dominated. It’s time to close the gap and give women equal opportunities to pursue and thrive in STEM careers.” says TC Haldi, Senior Director, MIT xPRO.

With the average software developer salary trending at USD 114K (according to Dice’s 2020 Tech Salary report), to meet the primary goal of providing the most in-demand skills, learning collaborator Emeritus provides career preparation guidance to help women navigate a career path into tech, combat imposter syndrome, and build a compelling set of career documents such as resumes and cover letters. Further, participants will learn strategies for building their network both in-person and remotely.

“The MIT xPRO Professional Certificate in Coding for Women was conceived as an opportunity to remove barriers between women and high-growth tech careers. By providing a program that is affordable, accessible, and supportive, we strive to help create new opportunities for women in reaching their full potential.” says Erin Rosenblatt, Director, Professional Certificates at Emeritus.

This 32-week course has flexible payment and financing options that allow learners to pay the program fee in installments as low as $25 a month. The course starts on April 30, 2021 and is open for enrollment now through Emeritus.

About MIT xPRO

MIT xPRO’s online learning programs leverage vetted content from world-renowned experts to make learning accessible anytime, anywhere. Designed using cutting-edge research in the neuroscience of learning, MIT xPRO programs are application-focused, helping professionals build their skills on the job. To explore the full catalog of MIT xPRO courses and programs, visit: xpro.mit.edu.

About Emeritus (https://emeritus.org)

Emeritus offers professional education courses in collaboration with top-ranked universities: MIT, Columbia, Dartmouth, Wharton, UC Berkeley, Cambridge, London Business School, and others. Using technology and curriculum innovation, Emeritus enables working professionals to access a top-tier, affordable education that will give them the skills needed to be the business leaders of tomorrow. Emeritus’ global team includes 600+ employees located in Boston, San Francisco, Dubai, Mexico City, Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, and Singapore.

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Professional Certificate in Coding - November 9, 2020:

MIT xPRO, in collaboration with Emeritus, has launched a Professional Certificate in coding to help aspiring developers secure market-ready skills for a high-growth career

With employment for software developers projected to grow 22% from 2019 to 2029 (according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics), MIT xPRO’s latest full-stack coding program is designed to meet the growing demand for software developers who can leverage the power of technology for their organizations.

With this online offering, learners anywhere in the world can master web development, front-end development and React, and back-end development from MIT faculty—gaining both the tools and the edge to advance careers in software development.

MIT xPRO’s latest program is led by John R. Williams, Professor of Information Engineering and Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Abel Sanchez, research scientist and executive director of MIT’s Geospatial Data Center. Williams and Sanchez teach the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, and Node.js) with ReachJS, as they believe it is the best stack for a smooth, ultra-efficient development process.

The program requires 15-20 hours of commitment per week, and includes hundreds of coding demos from renowned MIT faculty and integrated coding assignments to assist participants in building composite skills. The program also offers personalized feedback, live weekly office hours with program leaders, and the opportunity for learners to develop a GitHub portfolio to showcase their coding skills and stand out in a competitive employment market.

“The demand for skilled coders who can streamline business operations is skyrocketing. Technical professionals need access to market-ready coding skills, research-backed formalized training, and a valued certificate to stand out. We are excited to offer this valuable program to aspiring and practicing software developers to help them shape successful careers,” says Sanjay Sarma, Vice President for Open Learning at MIT.

With the average software developer salary trending at USD 114K (according to Dice’s 2020 Tech Salary report), to meet the primary goal of providing the most in-demand skills, learning collaborator Emeritus will offer career preparation guidance to help participants navigate a career path into tech, craft an elevator pitch, and promote their skills effectively.

“Learning to code opens up career opportunities in a technology-driven world, and at Emeritus, we are excited to collaborate with MIT xPRO in helping furthering this vision,” says Shaun Dubash, Senior Director at Emeritus. “MIT has been at the forefront of technology innovation and with the launch of this course, aspiring professionals from across the world will have the opportunity to learn from one of the leading technology institutions in the world.”

Priced at USD 6,950, this 32-week course has flexible payment and financing options that allow learners to pay the program fee in installments that are as low as $25 a month. The course starts on December 16, 2020 and is open for enrollment now through Emeritus.

About MIT xPRO

MIT xPRO’s online learning programs leverage vetted content from world-renowned experts to make learning accessible anytime, anywhere. Designed using cutting-edge research in the neuroscience of learning, MIT xPRO programs are application-focused, helping professionals build their skills on the job. To explore the full catalog of MIT xPRO courses and programs, visit: xpro.mit.edu.

About Emeritus (https://emeritus.org)

Emeritus offers professional education courses in collaboration with top-ranked universities: MIT, Columbia, Dartmouth, Wharton, UC Berkeley, Cambridge, London Business School and others. Using technology and curriculum innovation, Emeritus enables working professionals who cannot enrol in full-time courses to access a top-tier, affordable education that will give them the skills needed to be the business leaders of tomorrow. Emeritus’ global team includes 600+ employees located in Boston, San Francisco, Dubai, Mexico City, Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai and Singapore.

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