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Communications 101: Keeping the World in Touch
May 25 , 2011, by Nicole Nixon, NorthOrion Staff Writer
In a world with increasing populations and rapid technological advancements, communication is more important than ever. Mass-communication systems such as television, newspapers, the internet and email… View Full Article »
Project Management 101: Maintaining Order in the Workplace
October 5 , 2010, by Ryan Goodrich, NorthOrion Staff Writer
The profession of project management is similar to IT management, except that it is broader in scope and includes more than the implementation of new software or hardware. Project managers ensure the successful… View Full Article »
Isn’t Project Management Just About Delegation?
October 5 , 2010, by Ryan Goodrich, NorthOrion Staff Writer
Project managers rely heavily upon a skill set that is commonly found among business managers and professionals. Companies want to hire individuals for this career who can lead a group of employees in… View Full Article »
The Project Management Dictionary
October 5 , 2010, by Ryan Goodrich, NorthOrion Staff Writer
The successful planning, execution and delivery of any project depends on the knowledge and foresight of a professional project manager. Due to project management’s strong ties with both the business… View Full Article »
Education in Project Management: Learn How to Combat Scope Creep
October 5 , 2010, by Ryan Goodrich, NorthOrion Staff Writer
Companies are always looking to hire professionals with project management certification or an educational background that illustrates their dedication and their qualifications for dealing successfully… View Full Article »
Getting a Career in Project Management
October 5 , 2010, by Ryan Goodrich, NorthOrion Staff Writer
One perk of working in project management is how easily transferable it is to other management positions. While the career is not relegated to the operations side of business (i.e., the repetitive and… View Full Article »
Human Resources 101: Improving Employee Morale is Just One Career Away
October 5 , 2010, by Ryan Goodrich, NorthOrion Staff Writer
Key to every business’ success is its ability to attract, retain and motivate talented employees. The industry generally referred to as Human Resources (HR) provides the necessary connection between… View Full Article »
The HR Skills Checklist
October 5 , 2010, by Ryan Goodrich, NorthOrion Staff Writer
As you consider pursuing a human resources degree, think about the various duties you’ll be expected to perform. Do you like working in a traditional office setting? Do you enjoy working closely with… View Full Article »
The HR Dictionary
October 5 , 2010, by Ryan Goodrich, NorthOrion Staff Writer
Below we have defined a series of terms that you can expect to encounter in human resources careers. A degree in human resources management will teach these concepts in depth, but it’s always smart to… View Full Article »
Education in HR: Filling Out W-4s Professionally
October 5 , 2010, by Ryan Goodrich, NorthOrion Staff Writer
A strong educational foundation will better prepare you for a career in human resources management. To succeed in this profession, you need an educational background in business and organizational behavior.… View Full Article »
