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Khaleej Times
17 hours ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Informa Connect Academy and CIPD join forces to deliver CIPD learning programmes to the MENA market
Informa Connect Academy has partnered with the CIPD, the world's leading professional body for people development, to provide access to globally recognised HR and L&D professional development opportunities to the MENA region. The collaboration comes at a crucial time when organisations worldwide are navigating complex workplace transformations, from AI integration to evolving employee expectations. The CIPD, with its impressive network of over 160,000 members globally, brings its century-long expertise in championing better work and working lives to this partnership. "This partnership represents a significant milestone in professional development across our region. By combining Informa Connect Academy's extensive reach with CIPD's prestigious learning programmes, we're creating unprecedented access to world-class HR education. Our comprehensive course portfolio will empower professionals to drive organisational success through effective people management," states Shabnam Rawal, managing director, Informa Connect Middle East. Stuart Dunlop, market director, CIPD, added: "We are thrilled to partner with Informa Connect Academy to deliver the CIPD's learning portfolio to the MENA market. This collaboration significantly expands our ability to deliver market-leading professional development across key markets in the MENA region. In today's rapidly evolving workplace, HR professionals need both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to lead their organisations through change. This partnership ensures they have access to the highest quality learning and development opportunities provided by a globally recognised HR professional body." Professionals enrolling in these CIPD programmes will unlock a wealth of career-enhancing opportunities. These comprehensive programmes will boost career prospects whilst providing invaluable access to CIPD's extensive global network and resources. Participants will acquire practical, immediately applicable skills that make a real difference in their daily work, supported by flexible learning options designed to fit around busy professional schedules. The programmes not only enhance earning potential through globally recognised learning but also offer direct access to cutting-edge HR practices and research, ensuring participants stay at the forefront of industry developments. This combination of practical knowledge, professional recognition, and networking opportunities creates a powerful foundation for career advancement in the dynamic field of HR and people management. The partnership launches with an innovative suite of courses designed to address current market demands: Each course has been carefully curated to provide practical, applicable knowledge that meets the evolving needs of modern organisations. The programmes combine CIPD's world-renowned curriculum with Informa Connect Academy's innovative delivery methods, ensuring an engaging and effective learning experience.
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Informa Connect Academy and CIPD join forces to deliver CIPD learning programmes to the MENA market
Dubai, UAE: Informa Connect Academy has partnered with the CIPD, the world's leading professional body for people development, to provide access to globally recognised HR and L&D professional development opportunities to the MENA region. The collaboration comes at a crucial time when organisations worldwide are navigating complex workplace transformations, from AI integration to evolving employee expectations. The CIPD, with its impressive network of over 160,000 members globally, brings its century-long expertise in championing better work and working lives to this partnership. "This partnership represents a significant milestone in professional development across our region. By combining Informa Connect Academy's extensive reach with CIPD's prestigious learning programmes, we're creating unprecedented access to world-class HR education. Our comprehensive course portfolio will empower professionals to drive organisational success through effective people management," states Shabnam Rawal, Managing Director, Informa Connect Middle East. Stuart Dunlop, Market Director, CIPD, adds: "We are thrilled to partner with Informa Connect Academy to deliver the CIPD's learning portfolio to the MENA market. This collaboration significantly expands our ability to deliver market-leading professional development across key markets in the MENA region. In today's rapidly evolving workplace, HR professionals need both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to lead their organisations through change. This partnership ensures they have access to the highest quality learning and development opportunities provided by a globally recognised HR professional body' Professional Benefits Professionals enrolling in these CIPD programmes will unlock a wealth of career-enhancing opportunities. These comprehensive programmes will boost career prospects whilst providing invaluable access to CIPD's extensive global network and resources. Participants will acquire practical, immediately applicable skills that make a real difference in their daily work, supported by flexible learning options designed to fit around busy professional schedules. The programmes not only enhance earning potential through globally recognised learning but also offer direct access to cutting-edge HR practices and research, ensuring participants stay at the forefront of industry developments. This combination of practical knowledge, professional recognition, and networking opportunities creates a powerful foundation for career advancement in the dynamic field of HR and people management. Comprehensive Course Portfolio The partnership launches with an innovative suite of courses designed to address current market demands: Learning & Development (L&D) Fundamentals Essential People Skills for Line Managers (for Non-HR) Organisation Design in the GCC Artificial Intelligence (AI) for HR Professionals + Leveraging HR Analytics Strategic Workforce Planning + Talent Management Strategies that Drive Performance Employee Experience Fundamentals of HR (Arabic) UAE Labour Law Learning & Development (L&D) as a Business Partner Recruitment, Selection and Resourcing Talent Each course has been carefully curated to provide practical, applicable knowledge that meets the evolving needs of modern organisations. The programmes combine CIPD's world-renowned curriculum with Informa Connect Academy's innovative delivery methods, ensuring an engaging and effective learning experience. About Informa Connect Academy: Informa Connect Academy is part of Informa, a global FTSE 100 business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets and more than 11,000 colleagues working in over 30 countries. Informa Connect Academy leverages the expertise of Informa Connect to meet the needs and aspirations of students, industry professionals, and educational partners. Their purpose is to connect customers to information and people, enabling them to know more, do more, and be more. Informa is unmatched in helping people share professional knowledge worldwide. About CIPD The CIPD has been championing better work and working lives for over 100 years. It helps organisations thrive by focusing on their people, supporting our economies and societies. It's the professional body for HR, L&D, OD and all people professionals – experts in people, work and change. With over 160,000 members globally – and a growing community using its research, insights and learning – it gives trusted advice and offers independent thought leadership. CIPD is a leading voice in the call for good work that creates value for everyone.
Forbes
4 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Learn High-Income Skills Faster In 2025 With These AI Tools
AI tools teach, coach, and pratice with you You don't need to spend thousands, plunge yourself into the never-ending black hole of student debt, or waste years in studying concepts that you won't ever use again anyway--just to learn high-income skills. In 2025, there are several AI tools that upskill you in a fraction of the cost and a percentage of the time it would take to do so via a traditional degree program. Did you know that today's AI tools don't just teach virtually any topic, but they can coach and even practice with you? Here are 13 AI tools that can teach you six-figure skills, plus what those high-paying skills are and the mistakes you should avoid so you can achieve professional growth: AI is a gamechanger for professional development because not only is it cost-effective, but it pulls from millions of data points and resources across the internet, from experts in various fields, and you can keep refining the output each time so it provides you with very practical and detailed information. The AI tools you'll see listed below are highly effective, when used right, because: Here's a quick tip: Learn in public by sharing your professional development journey on LinkedIn. Whatever you're building, practicing, or testing, any new concept you've learned or experimenting with, document it and share on LinkedIn. This attracts recruiters and decision-makers into your orbit. For these AI tools to be effective, you need to use them correctly. Here are some pointers on what mistakes you should steer clear of: Generative AI tools require context. You can't just ask ChatGPT 'create a digital marketing strategy.' Well, you can, but the output quality would be poor. Do this instead: Tell AI what your role is, what your business is (or the company you work for), what industry you operate in, who your target market is, etc. Treat it like your virtual assistant and don't just ask it to create a strategy, but ask it why and how so you can understand the thought process and replicate the process yourself. We often get overwhelmed or super-hyped whenever new technology rolls out. This influencer recommends this, that influencer recommends that. This thought leader says you should try XYZ. And then we burden ourselves with way too many subscriptions, yet hardly any benefit to our professional lives. Do this instead: Rather than over-experimenting, try one tool at a time and perfect your skills with that one tool. Add other tools to complement, but don't try everything just for the sake of it. If you're integrating artificial intelligence into your professional development journey, here are some best practices to follow and some quick optimization tips you may or may not have considered. Can you see now how, with AI tools like the ones listed, you can significantly advance your career, while spending less money and time overall? You can now build high-income skills for in-demand industries and niches, and start earning from your knowledge faster, because you created your own personalized bootcamp using AI. So for your areas of focus this week: What are the highest-paying skills I can learn with AI? Some of the most well-paid skills of 2025, that you can teach yourself using AI, include communication skills, problem-solving and critical thinking, public speaking, data analysis, and digital marketing. Can AI help me earn six figures? AI can help you develop the skills required to hit the six-figure mark in your career, whether in a job or through freelancing. Many AI tools are best suited to learning by doing, giving you real-time feedback and creating simulations, so you can test and practice in a risk-free environment. Do I need a tech background for this to work? Always provide AI with sufficient context so the output is high quality and is relevant to your ... More needs No, you don't need to know how to code or have any technical background. Most mainstream AI tools are designed for everyday professionals to use, so are easy to implement and apply to real-world problems.
BBC News
7 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Guernsey: Early years educators complete SEND course
Nine early years educators from Guernsey have completed an internationally recognised early years additional learning needs coordinators have been presented with the CACHE Level 3 award for special educational needs and disabilities training, which was fully funded by the States, is an Ofqual-regulated qualification enabling professionals to identify and support children aged 0-5 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).Course tutor Anne-Marie Grinsell said: "I am so proud of these Early Years Educators, who have committed to this professional development whilst continuing to work." 'Togetherness' "They have worked hard, and you can see how much they have grown in confidence in their roles," she Sharp, Head of Early Years, said: "They should be quite rightly very proud of themselves for this fantastic achievement. "I have noticed how supportive they are of one another and how much this course has fostered a sense of togetherness, sharing and supporting one another in their roles."The course was delivered over 12 qualification was awarded to Early Years professionals from establishments including Little Bears Nature Nursery, Elizabeth College Preschool, Woodlands Nursery and Little Rays of Sunshine Nursery.
Forbes
12-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
9 Smart Ways To Use AI To Boost Your Personal Brand
Photo credit getty Now more than ever, your personal brand is your most powerful career asset. It's not just about image or reputation; it's about aligning your visibility with your values, goals, and personality so you can thrive professionally while staying true to who you are. Your brand helps you make meaningful connections, attract new opportunities, and position yourself for lasting success. In today's competitive world of work, personal branding isn't a nice to have, it's a career necessity. Thanks to AI, building and managing your personal brand has never been easier. Use AI strategically across all three phases of the personal branding process: KNOW (uncover your brand), SHOW (tell your story), and GROW (expand your visibility and value) to accelerate your success while staying true to the real you. Use these techniques to leverage AI to support and supercharge your branding activities across each phase of the journey. This first phase of the process is the most important. It's the foundation for everything else. You can't promote what you haven't defined. AI can help you gain brand clarity and understand how others perceive you. With a solid understanding of your brand, you can craft your authentic personal brand statement. AI tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, or online brand audits can analyze your LinkedIn profile, website, and social content to identify key themes, tone of voice, and how your brand is currently being communicated. Are you consistent? Do your values come through? Is your tone aligned with who you are and your professional goals? Let AI be your virtual brand coach. You can use AI to review your resume, past performance reviews, or project summaries and extract recurring themes. Use this prompt: What are the patterns in my work that show where I excel? Then, group those into 3-5 personal brand messages. These will serve as the backbone of your communications. Once you know what makes you stand out, use AI to help craft a relevant personal brand statement. Input what you learn about yourself, your current resume, and the consolidation of feedback from others, and ask your favorite AI tool to craft an authentic, differentiated, and compelling statement about you. After you receive a response, refine until it feels perfectly aligned with who you are and where you want to go in your career. Your personal brand statement serves as a reminder of your unique promise of value. Once you're clear on your brand, it's time to express it. The SHOW phase of the personal branding process is about visibility, consistency, and connection. AI can help you translate your identity into powerful communication tools that share your story across online and real-world platforms. AI can help optimize your Headline and About content to reflect your brand and convey your differentiation. Ask it to rewrite your About using your tone and keywords. Add in what you learn about yourself from the KNOW phase. Then, refine it to feel natural, captivating, and strategic. The great thing about an elevator pitch is that you deliver it in real-time, either in person or via your computer screen. Unlike your LinkedIn About, which is the same for everyone who reads it, you can customize your elevator pitch to be perfectly relevant to the person or people you're meeting. Share your current elevator pitch with your favorite AI tool, then ask to refine it for the specific scenario and people you seek to impress. Whether you're speaking at a professional association meeting and publishing an article (things you will be doing in the GROW phase), make your accompanying bio or byline bespoke. Use AI to fine-tune it, making it perfectly on target for the content, audience, and platform. This phase is about expanding your reach, sharing valuable content, and establishing yourself as a thought leader known for your ideas and expertise. AI can help you create consistent, meaningful content that keeps your brand top of mind. Struggling with what to say online? Use AI as your muse to help brainstorm post ideas, headlines, or even full article outlines based on content related to your area of expertise. Prompt it with: 'Please give me 10 (clever, funny, differentiation, actionable…) LinkedIn post ideas for an HR executive who focuses on authenticity and leadership development.' You'll have three months' worth of content that you can edit and post in minutes. Not sure what to comment on someone's post? AI can help you generate thoughtful, on-brand comments and questions that keep you engaged in a real (and efficient) way. It can also help you write personalized outreach messages for networking, partnerships, or collaborations, and for your custom LinkedIn connection requests. To build your brand, you don't always need to be in content creation mode. Use AI to reframe existing content into multiple formats — a social media post, an email, or a video script. You can ask: 'Please turn this blog post into a LinkedIn carousel with a call to action for professional services leaders.' AI helps you scale your message without reinventing the wheel. Personal branding is no longer optional. It's how you stand out, stay relevant, and build a career that reflects who you truly are. Fortunately, AI makes personal branding easier and more accessible than ever. From uncovering your voice to showing up with clarity to growing your influence strategically, AI can be your brand-building co-pilot. The key is to establish the habit. These nine strategies are just the beginning. As you get more comfortable using AI tools, you'll find new, creative ways to amplify your impact and expand your brand. William Arruda is a keynote speaker, author, and personal branding pioneer. Join him as he discusses clever strategies for using AI to express and expand your brand in Maven's free Lightning Lesson. If you can't attend live, register to receive the replay.
