An increased life expectancy rate and projected population growth have created a greater demand for Certified Financial Planners. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment rate for CFPs® is expected to increase by 15% through 2026, significantly outpacing the average for all other occupations. Other benefits of getting your CFP® certificate include: […]
As a manager, your role has a direct impact on your company’s success, stagnancy or failure. To excel, you need a wide-ranging skill set that includes interpersonal, organizational, planning, financial, and decision-making skills. A great way to attain or improve these skills is to take a management course or management training program. SMU CAPE’s […]
Project Management is an important cog in an organization’s overall strategy and can have a direct impact on their earnings. That alone has always spurred a need for quality Project Managers, but with projected growth in key industries, the demand is expected to increase over the next several years. Growth vs. Talent According to a […]
Is your career on auto-pilot or have you hit a ceiling with your current skills and experience? Well, if you’re looking to break out of your rut or get to the next level in your career, here are five ways that will help you make that happen. Pursue Higher Education Is your degree holding you […]
College admissions and professional certification tests (e.g., SAT, GRE, PMP) aren’t just something to get out of the way and cross off your list. They will ultimately affect where you attend school, what job you choose, and your path in life. So, don’t take them lightly. Here are three key benefits of taking SMU […]
As the new year approaches, it’s time to reflect upon the past year and to begin thinking about what’s in store for the next. It’s an opportunity to re-set, recharge and move forward. What do you want to accomplish in 2018? Here are some tips and ideas to get you on the right track.
The holidays have arrived, and it’s crunch time to find the best gift ideas for everyone on your list. Are you tired of giving the same old scarves, gloves and gift cards? This year, try giving something different to the ones you love . . . the gift of experience! Be a great gift-giver […]
Online learning has steadily grown in popularity in recent years. That doesn’t mean it is the right choice for everyone. But is it the right choice for you? Let’s spend some time looking at the pros and cons of traditional and online classes. Traditional Classes The traditional choice of taking in-person classes at SMU […]
Many large companies have multiple positions, perhaps entire departments dedicated to planning and implementing large projects. It doesn’t matter the industry, these management skills are specialized and highly sought after. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits you will get from completing our Project Managment Program. A Project Management education can prepare […]
A career in the legal field can be intimidating and overwhelming for some. But for many who want to have a career in law, the paralegal route is ideal. Many of our paralegal students have been interested in going to law school but did not want to invest the time and resources into a […]
Whether you are fresh out of school or you have 20 years of experience in your profession, you’re always thinking about methods of sharpening your skills or what your next professional step will be. Perhaps you work in a technology industry. If so, you really can’t afford to stagnate. In order to stay ahead […]
We have been offering courses to professional for years. What we have found is that the course curriculum is not the difficult part. Effective time management from the students is the challenge. Now that you have decided to invest in yourself, make sure that you get the most out of it. Allow yourself the […]