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Invitation to eCornell’s Cocktail Reception at the HR in Hospitality Conference & Expo

Posted on February 22, 2012 | Leave a comment

Network with members of the eCornell team, as well as faculty from Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration and School of Industrial & Labor Relations.

Tuesday, February 28
5:30pm – 8:00pm
Hilton San Francisco – Financial District
750 Kearny Street
San Francisco, CA
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Are you attending this year’s HR in Hospitality Conference & Expo in San Francisco? If so, we invite you to join us for a cocktail reception at the Hilton San Francisco following the conference. Join your peers at the bar, meet eCornell’s Hospitality Group and make connections with faculty and staff from Cornell University’s world-famous School of Hotel Administration and the School of Industrial and Labor Relations.

We’ll provide an open bar for the first hour and appetizers throughout the evening. We hope you’re able to join us for this unique networking opportunity at this year’s HR in Hospitality Conference & Expo.

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Cocktail Reception Invitation: eCornell’s HR in Hospitality Post-Conference Reception

Posted on February 14, 2012 | Leave a comment

Network with members of the eCornell team, as well as faculty from Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration and School of Industrial & Labor Relations.

Tuesday, February 28
5:30pm – 8:00pm
Hilton San Francisco – Financial District
750 Kearny Street
San Francisco, CA
RSVP Online

Are you attending this year’s HR in Hospitality Conference & Expo in San Francisco? If so, we invite you to join us for a cocktail reception at the Hilton San Francisco following the conference. Join your peers at the bar, meet eCornell’s Hospitality Group and make connections with faculty and staff from Cornell University’s world-famous School of Hotel Administration and the School of Industrial and Labor Relations.

We’ll provide an open bar for the first hour and appetizers throughout the evening. We hope you’re able to join us for this unique networking opportunity at this year’s HR in Hospitality Conference & Expo.

RSVP Online

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New Certificate for Hospitality Pros: Advanced Revenue Management

Posted on February 3, 2012 | Leave a comment

eCornell’s new 5-course certificate program is perfect for GMs, revenue and finance managers, operations, sales, marketing and other hospitality pros who are responsible for revenue generation and financial performance.

This online certificate program was developed with Dr. Chris K. Anderson, revenue management expert and faculty member at Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration. The topics of revenue management and service pricing are the primary focus of Dr. Anderson’s research. He advises leaders at world-renowned hotels, airlines, rental car and tour companies—in addition to consumer goods and financial services firms—on how to fine-tune and execute their revenue management strategies to greatest effect.

Get more info here.

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eCornell a Finalist in Customer Service Dept. of Year

Posted on January 30, 2012 | Leave a comment

eCornell a Finalist in Customer Service Dept. of Year - Restaurant Management (RMGT)

eCornell a Finalist in Customer Service Dept. of Year – Restaurant Management (RMGT).

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Webinar Alert: Learning Technologies & Transforming Your Workforce

Posted on January 24, 2012 | Leave a comment

Did you miss the eCornell webinar titled Learning Technologies: Transforming Your Workforce held on January 17? No problem. The archive is available at www.ecornell.com/jan17archive. The presentation slides are at www.ecornell.com/jan17ppt.

Next eCornell Webinars
Creating a Culture of Innovation
February 15 @ 1pm Eastern
Register www.ecornell.com/feb15

Building a Global Talent Management Strategy
March 14 @ 1pm Eastern
Register www.ecornell.com/mar14

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Want more information on how to implement eCornell learning programs and services for your organization? Just answer 3 short questions at www.ecornell.com/3

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The Upsurge in Human Resources

Posted on January 17, 2012 | 1 Comment

Human resources as a profession is currently enjoying a bit of a renaissance. Traditional roles and job functions of HR managers and directors are being upended, as HR people are now increasingly playing leadership and strategic roles within their companies. Gone are the days where interpreting dry employment laws, covering benefits and managing workplace conflict was nearly all that was expected.

The modern HR director plays a clear leadership role, influences company strategy, and effectively structures the organization for optimal performance. With an expanded role, of course, comes greater responsibility, more recognition and higher salaries and benefits.

Jobs, Jobs and More Jobs
Human Resources professionals are enjoying a period of job growth within their industry. That’s partially due to the expanded role that HR is playing in the workplace. Job listings are increasing, and HR job availability is projected to grow at an impressive rate over the next several years, despite discouraging economic trends. And salaries continue to rise steadily.

It’s an ideal time to get your human resources certificate or human resources certification, or both. You’ll certainly be more marketable, and you can set yourself apart as a candidate who is serious about their career and dedicated to their profession. Those fancy letters after your name are as attractive to hiring managers as they are to you!

This infographic points to a few notable trends in HR. Industry numbers are unquestionably encouraging. The HR job market is healthy, but as competitive as ever. For HR professionals, it’s an ideal time to get an HR certificate or HR certification, or both. The name of the game is personal marketability, and naturally, education and credentials.

It looks like it’s going to be another great year for HR in 2012.

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eCornell on Avoiding Disaster and Getting Training Right

Posted on January 9, 2012 | Leave a comment

flyingELearning Magazine turns to eCornell, 3-time “Best of ELearning” award winner, for advice on avoiding pitfalls and roadblocks to effective professional development and training. Check out these 5 potential trips and traps to avoid.

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There are thousands of stories that make up the eCornell experience. What’s yours?

Posted on December 20, 2011 | Leave a comment

We invite you to participate in The eCornell Experience Video Project. Receive a $50 gift certificate from giftcertificates.com for participation.

Go to the video testimonials page for more…

We’d love to hear from you!

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The Skills Gap Quandary Cont’d

Posted on December 13, 2011 | Leave a comment

U.S. unemployment is at 8.2%, yet 52% of U.S. companies report difficulty filling jobs.* I know, it’s hard to reconcile those numbers.

Given that, it’s even harder to account for this: Only 28% of U.S. companies are increasing training and development this year. Why are companies not conducting training in-house? Why the apparent aversion to promote from within? Too costly, too few available resources? It seems those 52% of companies are hoping that the dream job candidate is the next one to walk through that door. That’s unlikely, so what to do?

The WSJ says bring back apprenticeship, educate and promote from within.

CLO Magazine seconds that and explains the U.S.’s problem:

European countries aren’t having skill-shortage complaints at the same level as in the U.S., and the nations that have the most established apprenticeship programs—the Scandinavian nations, Germany and Switzerland—have low unemployment.

Fast Company says “stop whining”:

With technology and industries shifting so quickly, our economy’s open positions aren’t necessarily a perfect fit for our unemployed workers. Rather than simply wishing that mismatch away, businesses need to embrace training to reduce it.

And by leveraging new training technologies, employers have new opportunities to make training more effective and cost-efficient than ever before.

It’s time organizations stop dreaming of perfect employees and start growing them.

*source: Manpower Group

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