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7 ways an MBA will advance your IT career — and 5 ways it won’t

CIO

MBA programs can also help leaders hone their communication and negotiation skills while also improving their understanding of organizational behavior, strategic planning, and risk management through exposure to experienced peers and varied coursework,” Bhargava explains. Careers, IT Leadership, IT Skills

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13 essential skills for accelerating digital transformation

CIO

It’s no secret that having the right capabilities is essential to digital success, but given the dynamic nature of digital business, these capabilities go beyond technical know-how. The market is tight, but we are not short of people with technical skills; people who can develop, build infrastructure, and understand the cloud,” says Fox.

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The Changing Role of the K-12 CFO

PowerSchool

Today’s CFOs, however, are being tapped not only to find the money needed for a long list of expenses, but also to analyze and advise on strategic decisions that have a direct impact on educational outcomes. Analyze and advise on plans for financial investment in both capital and instructional expenses. Hoyle, Ph.D.,