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This news that Iowa State has a new "Office of Student Information" to support Workday Student is very exciting to me. I think this could be a real model for other schools on Workday Student, as what it takes to support Workday (and many other SaaS products) is different from what was often needed with legacy tools. I appreciated this statement in the linked article: "More than 350 post-implementation projects already have been identified, each with its own degree of complexity and integration with our current systems." This is the reality that the work is on-going and you need to be ready to support it as the implementation partner rolls off the project. I think having a team like this can also work well with the "technofunctional" nature of Workday Student which requires more knowledge of functional and technical work to maximize Workday. I have been thinking a lot about the concept of "Total Cost of Ownership." There are a lot of fantastic benefits of Workday, but I would love to see more information shared about what it's going to take to maintain the system and maximize it. Having an internal support model in place that's ready to go is a critical part of that. #workdaystudent

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🌍📈 The Netherlands: A Masterclass in Upskilling! In a world where change is the only constant, the Netherlands is setting a stellar example of how to effectively upskill a workforce to meet the evolving demands of the market. Initiatives like the STAP scheme and the National Growth Fund are reshaping the landscape of professional development. Why is this important? Because staying relevant in your career means continuously learning and adapting! 🚀 #Upskilling #ProfessionalDevelopment #Netherlands #EducationPolicy #HumanResources #ContinuousLearning Insightful 💡👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻

🚨 Reminder Lions! 🚨 Open registration for the Fall 2024 semester is less than a week away on April 22. Be sure to use Workday when registering for courses and confirm your desired classes before submitting to the academic portal. More tips can be found here: https://buff.ly/4cmqzsG #LionUp #workday

7,000 SkillsFuture courses will become available for workers over 40 through a SkillsFuture top-up in May. These courses will focus on emerging fields like digital, green, and care economies. However, there's some concern about take-up rate as participation in SkillsFuture-supported courses declined last year, despite more companies sponsoring their workers for such training. In this CNA interview, our very own Deputy President (Industry & Community), Mr Bernard Nee, discusses potential reasons for some not taking up training and the most in-demand areas for workforce development. Some key points he raised were: -       The importance of understanding the needs of industry such that learners acquire in-demand skills; -       The need to strike a balance between equipping the workforce for the longer term and meeting immediate talent demands in the industry; -       To enhance our workforce effectively, upskilling programmes should focus not only on imparting theoretical knowledge but also on developing the practical application of that knowledge. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gx4guH9Y

Words matter. Too often in Workday Student conversations I hear miscommunication over terms. I'm constantly asking questions like, "When you said "historical" did you mean a student no longer attending the institution or an actual historical academic record in the Workday Student technical definition which is a student converted as a static text file?" I recommend schools use the Workday Student technical definitions. Here are words I frequently hear miscommunication about: Active/Inactive Cohort Historical Student/Academic Record Conferral Date/Completion Effective Date Go-Live Student Status Any others you would add to the list? If you're a school getting started or are implementing Workday Student already but are not sure about the Workday technical definitions of these terms, let me know and I can provide them to you. #workdaystudent

Investing in Excellence: The Power of Skills Development Levy for Education As we embark on a journey to empower individuals and communities through education, let's delve into the transformative impact of the Skills Development Levy. This levy, a strategic tool for enhancing skills and fostering personal and professional growth, aligns seamlessly with the vision of Educate to Grow. Here's how the Skills Development Levy contributes to building a future filled with opportunities and excellence: 1. Funding Lifelong Learning: The Skills Development Levy acts as a financial resource dedicated to fostering continuous learning. 2. Enhancing Workforce Competitiveness: As businesses invest in the Skills Development Levy, they actively contribute to enhancing the competitiveness of their workforce. 3. Bridging Skills Gaps: In a rapidly changing global landscape, addressing skills gaps is crucial. 4. Promoting Inclusivity and Equal Opportunities: One of the key virtues of the Skills Development Levy is its role in promoting inclusivity. 5. Nurturing Innovation and Creativity: Investing in skills development goes beyond traditional education; it nurtures innovation and creativity. 6. Aligning with Educate to Grow: The mission of Educate to Grow aligns seamlessly with the principles of the Skills Development Levy. 7. A Call to Action: As we champion the cause of education through skills development, let's actively contribute to the Skills Development Levy. 🚀📚 #SkillsDevelopmentLevy #EducateToGrow

Prepare your #HigherEd institution to keep up with the pace of change. Workday's five-part video series with Michael Hofherr and Jeff Selingo features expert discussions about the biggest shifts impacting colleges and universities today. #TeamWDAY

In today's fast-paced, ever-changing workforce. micro-credentials—short certification courses that allow you to build industry-relevant skills at a university level–are becoming increasingly popular. This is an article I wrote about one of the micro-certs Melbourne University has on offer.https://https://lnkd.in/gTtKbnrP