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SMU Continuing and Professional Education Launches New Online Technology Education Programs in November

SMU is launching a suite of fully online accelerated professional education programs offered through the university’s Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE) unit and powered by Flatiron School. Designed for individuals seeking to advance in their industries or pivot quickly to a new field, these noncredit programs offer training in high-demand disciplines like game design, game […]

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Career Professional Education Student Success

Transform your career, your way, with SMU CAPE

At SMU Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE), we know that taking the next step in your career can feel overwhelming. You might be asking yourself: “Can I really balance work, life, and professional growth? Will this investment in myself pay off?” We understand your concerns, and that’s why we’ve designed our programs with your unique […]

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Career Professional Education

September is Workforce Development Month

Every September, the U.S. celebrates American workers’ important contributions to the country. Labor Day, observed on the first Monday in September, was declared a federal holiday in 1894.  Eleven decades later, the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) designated September as Workforce Development Month to raise awareness about the importance of the workforce industry […]

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Women in Leadership

Instructor Mignon Early Leverages Her Strengths in Coaching and Mentorship to Support the Next Generation of Leaders

SMU CAPE Women in Leadership instructor Mignon Early shares how she guides leaders of tomorrow through mentorship and inclusion.

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Women in Leadership

Instructor Laura Wooten Empowers Tomorrow’s Leaders Through Communication and Self-Awareness

SMU CAPE instructor Laura Wooten leads the Communicating for Influence module in the Women in Leadership: Influence and Impact Certificate program.

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Professional Education Women in Leadership

Elevating and Developing Leaders: Instructor Kara Schillaci Unlocks Potential for Women in Leadership

Women in Leadership program instructor Kara Schillaci uses her passion for coaching and mentorship to develop future-ready leaders.

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Lean Six Sigma Professional Education

Yellow Belt: Fundamental Concepts for Lean Six Sigma Beginners

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt training equips professionals with foundational knowledge to enhance efficiency and reduce waste in organizations.

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AI Career

Navigating the Next Frontier: AI Upskilling in the Workplace

Imagine Dallas in the late 1800s: a bustling hub where railroads crisscrossed, bringing with them the promise of new opportunities and industries. Transformation brought with it a wave of change, and those who adapted thrived. Today, we stand on the brink of another shift—one driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to reshape the […]

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Career Professional Education Women in Leadership

Instructor Wendy Hultmark Drives Meaningful Impact to Women in Leadership

What do you get when you combine a passion for empowering others with 20+ years of experience? SMU CAPE instructor Wendy Hultmark’s legacy of excellence in coaching leaders to enact positive change in the workplace.

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Career Professional Education Women in Leadership

Toya Walker: Women in Leadership Spotlight

Validation, distinction and the power of community: SMU Women in Leadership certificate student Toya Walker shares her experience in the program and what it has meant for her career.

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Career Lean Six Sigma Professional Education

The Role of Leadership in Driving Lean Six Sigma Success

Explore how strong leadership plays a big role in properly implementing Lean Six Sigma to drive success and efficiency.

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Career Lean Six Sigma Professional Education

How The Principles of Lean Can Transform a Business

In the modern business world, competition is fierce and margins are tight. Smart organizations strive to create a culture of continuous process improvement where the search for operational excellence never truly ends. In this situation, methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma provide powerful tools that help streamline processes and eliminate waste. At its core, Lean […]