The CCSU Continuing Education Blog
Expert Interview Series: Resit Gulec of Master of Project Academy on the Benefits of Online Certification Training
Resit Gulec is Founder & CEO of Master of Project Academy, the world's No. 1 affordable and flexible online certification training provider. We recently asked Resit about the benefits of continuing your education and getting advanced certifications through online...
9 Tips that Will Strengthen Your Resume
When you’re trying to get a new job, having the strongest possible resume is one way to get a leg up on other applicants and get employers to give you a closer look. Here are some tips for strengthening your resume to remain competitive in even the toughest job...
How Training and Personal Development Leads to Career Advancement
Dr. Don Ford is a human resource management consultant specializing in talent development and the author of four books. We recently asked Don about the value of continuing education and how to make your continued education stand out on your job applications. Here's...
Meet our Instructors: CCSU Alum Finds ‘Aha’ Moments Teaching!
"I enjoy when I am able to get through to a struggling student. It is rewarding to know that I was able to help them understand the material presented. Seeing them have that "Aha" moment can make your day.” Mike Cercone is an instructor for Central Connecticut State...
What Is Lean Project Management?
Lean project management is a technique for managing improvement projects that uses certain processes to give clients and companies more value with less waste. Lean project management may include one of several different processes that have been developed over time, or...
How to Make the Most of Your Professional Development Trainings
Professional development training helps employees learn new skills they need for their careers. Sometimes employees seek out professional development training on their own, while other times employers and managers direct and shape professional development training to...
Why a Professional Development Plan is Essential for Success
Career and personal success do not happen by accident for the vast majority of people. Career success is far more likely to happen when you create a professional development plan that can guide you as you make decisions for your career. Taking the Initiative Although...
Expert Interview Series: Ben Aston of The Digital Project Manager About the Trials and Tribulations of Today’s Project Managers
Ben Aston is the creator of the world's most popular digital project management blog, The Digital Project Manager. Recently, we talked with Ben about the current challenges faced by project managers and the strategies they must embrace to overcome those challenges....
Expert Interview Series: Tom Haak of the HR Trend Institute on the Evolution of HR
Tom Haak is the director of the HR Trend Institute. We recently asked him for his insight on how HR has evolved over the past three decades and what types of training are essential for those in the profession today. Here's what Tom shared: Can you talk about your...
Further Your Young Learner’s Knowledge at Tech It Out 2017
Central Connecticut State University is pleased to offer the Tech it Out 2017 summer youth program for students entering 3rd through 12th grades. The program offers week-long STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math) courses from late June through August...