Empower your team with professional development
Friday, March 14, 2025 12:00 AM
Investing in employee’s professional development and growth helps companies improve workforce productivity, enhance worker engagement, and ensures teams are equipped with the latest skills to drive business success.
Additionally, most employees appreciate the opportunity to further develop their skills. “Investing in employee training also helps businesses improve retention and create a culture of continuous learning,” said Ellen Lux, director of the Business and Information Technology arm of Macomb’s Workforce and Continuing Education (WCE) department.
Industry-relevant curriculum
Our WCE faculty and staff partner closely with employers to ensure our training aligns with industry standards and is practical and applicable to real-world scenarios. Our workforce training options include:
Macomb’s customized training programs are designed to address the unique needs of each organization. “We work directly with businesses to assess skill gaps and develop tailored learning solutions in areas such as leadership development, technical skills, digital transformation and industry-specific training,” Lux said.
Programs can be delivered on-site, online or in a hybrid format, allowing companies to train efficiently without disrupting operations. Courses are offered during the day, evening or on the weekend.
“Many of our programs are available in short-term accelerated formations to accommodate busy schedules,” Lux said.
In addition to customized training, Macomb offers many of the programs listed above as certificate options, meaning employees can register for these classes and take them online or in-person at one of Macomb’s campuses.
Emerging trends employers need to watch
Some key trends in professional development include the increasing importance of AI and automation, the growing demand for data literacy, and the need for digital skills across all industries.
Additionally, leadership and soft skills remain critical as companies navigate hybrid work environments and evolving business landscapes.
“Macomb is addressing these trends through our offerings in AI applications, data analytics, workplace computing, and leadership and management training,” Lux said.
To learn more about training solutions for your workplace, please visit our Professional Development or Customized Training webpages.
Additionally, most employees appreciate the opportunity to further develop their skills. “Investing in employee training also helps businesses improve retention and create a culture of continuous learning,” said Ellen Lux, director of the Business and Information Technology arm of Macomb’s Workforce and Continuing Education (WCE) department.
Industry-relevant curriculum
Our WCE faculty and staff partner closely with employers to ensure our training aligns with industry standards and is practical and applicable to real-world scenarios. Our workforce training options include:
- Administrative Assistant Professional
- AI Applications
- CAD & 3D Printing
- Construction
- Controls Technician
- Cybersecurity
- Data Analytics
- Digital Marketing
- Entrepreneurship
- Leadership Development
- Management Training
- Medical Coding
- Nursing Assistant
- Project Management
- Quality Management Processes
- Robot Technician
- Workplace Computing
- And many more!
Macomb’s customized training programs are designed to address the unique needs of each organization. “We work directly with businesses to assess skill gaps and develop tailored learning solutions in areas such as leadership development, technical skills, digital transformation and industry-specific training,” Lux said.
Programs can be delivered on-site, online or in a hybrid format, allowing companies to train efficiently without disrupting operations. Courses are offered during the day, evening or on the weekend.
“Many of our programs are available in short-term accelerated formations to accommodate busy schedules,” Lux said.
In addition to customized training, Macomb offers many of the programs listed above as certificate options, meaning employees can register for these classes and take them online or in-person at one of Macomb’s campuses.
Emerging trends employers need to watch
Some key trends in professional development include the increasing importance of AI and automation, the growing demand for data literacy, and the need for digital skills across all industries.
Additionally, leadership and soft skills remain critical as companies navigate hybrid work environments and evolving business landscapes.
“Macomb is addressing these trends through our offerings in AI applications, data analytics, workplace computing, and leadership and management training,” Lux said.
To learn more about training solutions for your workplace, please visit our Professional Development or Customized Training webpages.