To bring a startup business to market, an entrepreneur needs to assess the viability of their concept, develop a strategic framework and navigate the due diligence required to finance it.
On Nov. 19, National Entrepreneurs Day, Cornell launched a new Entrepreneurship …
Courage is less of an innate character strength than it is a skill; an individual can intentionally develop courage when the right skills are in place. In the words of Nelson Mandela, “I learned that courage was not the absence …
Capturing great photographs takes more than a good camera or the right Instagram filter. To be a successful photographer, one must master a variety of observational and artistic techniques, as well as become intimately familiar with photography’s technical elements and …
The commercial real estate industry can feel opaque and even intimidating to outsiders and newcomers. Armed with a bit of practical guidance and the right analytical tools, however, anyone can learn to navigate real estate investment and development.
To learn more …
For organizations large and small, having a great website is no longer a novelty – it’s a requirement. And building a website with a standout design and user-friendly digital experience has become increasingly critical to success.
In response to this need, …
Today nearly 3.5 billion people are actively using social media. On average, people spend over two hours a day on social media apps and have an average of more than seven social media accounts. In the last year alone, social …
Do you have the presence of a leader? Are you comfortable public speaking? A vital skill in business and life is the ability to genuinely connect with others, yet many are intimidated at the thought of standing and speaking before …
Financial institutions are increasingly using new technologies to deploy existing resources to deliver transaction, payment and asset-management services.
To capitalize on these rapidly expanding innovations in financial technology, Cornell has established a new FinTech Certificate Program. Participants will not only identify …
In response to increasing demand for financial professionals, Cornell has developed an online certificate program in accounting and auditing.
The program is relevant for people seeking a career in corporate finance, as well as for pre-MBA students looking to obtain a …
You want to take “good” photographs. But what exactly does that mean?
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Opinions of photographs are always subjective, but there are a number of factors you can consider when determining what makes a photograph “good.” Whether you aspire to …
In today’s competitive market, the customer experience is everything — and not just in the hospitality industry. From the very first impression until the customer walks out the door, there are countless opportunities for making their experience memorable. As part …
Capturing great photographs takes more than a good camera or the right Instagram filter. One must master a variety of observational and artistic techniques, and become familiar with photography’s technical elements and professional workflows.
The College of Architecture, Art and Planning …
With automation and artificial intelligence expanding across every industry and job function, machine learning – which enables computer systems to learn much like the human brain does – has emerged as one of today’s fastest-growing careers. Well-known applications include fraud-detection …
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Twelve years ago, specialty foods were a mere 4% of U.S. retail food sales. By 2018, they accounted for 15% – almost $150 billion in sales – and the industry continues to grow.
Consumer interest in specialty foods …
Dr. Adam Simpson, a recent alumni of eCornell’s Change Leadership certificate program, is the Manager of Global Programmes for UN Women in New York
I recently completed the Change Leadership certificate program, developed by faculty at Cornell University, delivered through the …
Women comprise 44% of the overall labor force among S&P 500 companies, but hold just 25% of executive and senior-level positions and represent only 6% of CEOs. Even the most experienced, capable women can struggle to rise to leadership positions.
To …
The ability to present on any subject, in any place, to any audience is an invaluable asset for every professional. According a Forbes report on a new survey, seventy percent of Americans who give presentations agree that strong presentation skills …
Women comprise 44 percent of the overall S&P 500 labor force, and yet they hold just 25 percent of executive and senior-level positions, occupy only 20 percent of board seats, and represent just 6 percent of CEOs. Power structures and …
Servant leadership, a leadership philosophy where an individual shares power, puts the needs of others first, and helps people develop and perform at a high level, has several distinct advantages over traditional leadership models. The University of Illinois at Chicago …
Great leaders are always looking ahead, embracing change instead of resisting it and recognizing that the world has changed dramatically in the 21st century.
To prepare managers to lead effectively through “VUCA” (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity), Cornell has launched the VUCA …
