Employers say college grads lack needed skills, but that could be changing, survey finds

A higher ed group's annual poll of business leaders shows variation by age, and that students are getting better at talking about what they learned.

By Hallie Busta • April 13, 2021

Internships 'somewhat in flux' as employers make reopening decisions

After 2020 saw employers reconfigure, delay or cancel their programs, 2021 raises numerous questions about how organizations should move forward.

By Ryan Golden • April 6, 2021

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Top trends in employee development

The pandemic pushed some HR initiatives to the back burner, but employee development may be more important than ever.

By HR Dive staff

Training leaders concerned about younger workers' employment hurdles

Soft skill development is a particular challenge given the pandemic's impact on in-person learning, experts said.

By Ryan Golden • March 30, 2021

Debunking 4 myths about reskilling your workforce

Some skeptics still question the utility of learning and development initiatives, Lindsay Witcher, a Randstad Risesmart exec, writes.

By Lindsay Witcher • March 29, 2021

Tool manufacturer first to join SHRM Foundation HR apprenticeship program

The program includes 144 hours of technical instruction and could take an estimated 18-24 months to complete.

By Ryan Golden • March 26, 2021

Workers most value on-the-job training, report says

Employees are more trainable due to the pandemic, according to one expert, but many employers have not revisited their offerings in a remote setting.

By Katie Clarey • March 23, 2021

DOL commits $40M to improve apprenticeship diversity

The announcement builds on the Biden administration's messaging in its executive order on apprenticeships.

By Kathryn Moody • March 23, 2021

The 2021 Identity of HR Survey

HR Dive asked 419 self-identified HR practitioners about the work they do, how they get it done and what impact it creates.

By Nami Sumida • March 22, 2021

The top 4 skills HR teams need in 2021

Eleven HR leaders share the timeless skills they’re leaning on to guarantee future workplace success.

March 22, 2021

How to build a resilient organization and position leaders, employees to thrive

As employees return to the office, fledgling leaders who flourished in a remote context will need to be identified, the CHRO of PMI Worldwide wrote. 

By Tammy Perkins • March 19, 2021

BofA banks on virtual reality to train workers for the 'moments of truth'

Immersive learning technology complements existing training resources, a company executive said, but it is not a replacement for all training.

By Ryan Golden • March 16, 2021

How to evaluate compliance training programs and ensure a compliant 2021

Mock audits, employee tests and manager insight will help leaders determine the effectiveness of their programs, writes Giovanni Gallo of ComplianceLine.

By Giovanni Gallo • March 14, 2021

Google expands certificate programs' reach by partnering with Guild

Tech employers are developing curriculum to distribute with or without colleges' help.

By Hallie Busta • March 12, 2021

Randstad: Learning programs 'still not fully inclusive'

The pandemic has highlighted, perhaps more than any other training trend, the importance of continuous learning in the midst of huge change.

By Kathryn Moody • March 9, 2021

The pandemic has proven L&D's strategic value, LinkedIn says

Learning initiatives often see cuts during hard times — but during an unprecedented workforce-wide shift, L&D may have enjoyed the opposite.

By Kathryn Moody • March 4, 2021

How to tailor training to a hybrid work environment

Hybrid work is taking off in 2021, spearheaded by brands such as Spotify and Google. Learning programs may ensure a smooth transition.

By Ryan Golden • March 1, 2021

Survey: Employers made 'more frequent' use of L&D processes during pandemic

Despite enthusiasm for online learning, L&D teams still may be dealing with familiar problems as they respond to new challenges.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 24, 2021

Remote Chipotle ERG will support minority mentorship program

The group, UNIFIED, also will hold virtual roundtable discussions and quarterly D&I trainings.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 24, 2021

Survey: Training participation lags, even as offerings move online

The shift to all-online learning out of necessity may be a boon to workforce development in the long run, however.

By Kathryn Moody • Feb. 23, 2021

Preparing the workplace for 2021: Tips from people leaders

2020 disrupted the world of work. We ask experts what to expect in the workplace in 2021.

Feb. 23, 2021

Credential transparency may boost growth for employers and workers, report says

More than half a million credentials available in the U.S. are provided by non-academic organizations, Credential Engine found.

By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 16, 2021

Partnerships provide in-demand job training for workers displaced by coronavirus

The SkillUp Coalition aims to be "responsive to both the aspirations of job-seekers and the needs of the local labor market," Executive Director Steve Lee said.

By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 16, 2021

5 ways leaders can prevent stress and burnout

The time for gritting our teeth and getting on with it is over; what’s needed in 2021 is a human-first approach that puts your people front and center.

Feb. 16, 2021

Alabama partners with Hyundai for VR manufacturing training

The announcement points out the "highly repeatable and consistent" nature of the training — a feature various case studies have illustrated.

By Kathryn Moody • Feb. 9, 2021

Dems' bill would invest $15B in workforce support and training

The bill is intended to support workers displaced by the economic downturn prompted by the pandemic.

By Kathryn Moody , Katie Clarey • Feb. 8, 2021