Events

MULTIPLE DATES

UPCEA Regional Salons

Virtual

Free for UPCEA Members

Convergence Credential Innovation in Higher Education | Sept 30 - Oct 2, 2024 | New Orleans, LA

SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 2, 2024

2024 Convergence: Credential Innovation in Higher Education

New Orleans, LA

DECEMBER 3-5, 2024

2024 UPCEA MEMS: Marketing | Enrollment Management | Student Success

Philadelphia, PA

MARCH 24-26, 2025

2025 UPCEA Annual Conference

Denver, CO

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Webinars & Chats

July 23, 2024 | 12:00-12:45 PM ET

Webinar | 2024 State of Credentialing Webinar

Hosted by Accredible

Across nearly every facet of learning — from higher ed to professional and product certification to workforce development — credentialing is gaining momentum. However, even with the market momentum, credential issuers are under increasing pressure to demonstrate the value and relevance of their credentials to stakeholders. And with seemingly endless options, how do programs differentiate from one another for learners’ time and investment?

During this webinar, you will:

Discover new 2024 State of Credentialing survey data from 1,000+ learners and 200 education and training leaders, uncovering what learners want from courses and what the most successful credential issuers do differently to grow their programs
Hear from some of the best credentialing leaders from George Washington University, Snowflake, and Accredible as they discuss the report findings and what it means for programs moving forward
Be able to future-proof your program strategy with data-driven and actionable recommendations to boost awareness, enrollment, and revenue

When you register, you’ll also join hundreds of your peers in getting early access to the 2024 State of Credentialing report.

Speakers:

Holly Zanville, Research Professor, Co-Director of Program on Skills, Credentials & Workforce Policy, George Washington University, and Co-Lead, Credential As You Go
Tara Miller, Certification Services Coordinator, Snowflake
Danny King, CEO & Co-founder, Accredible
Rochelle Ramirez, VP of Product, Accredible

August 1, 2024 | 12:00-1:00 PM ET

Webinar | Bridging the Gap: Integrating IT and Cybersecurity Across Higher Education

Hosted by ISACA

Schools are beginning to realize that across the institution colleges, there is need to integrate IT and Cybersecurity domain areas within their respective programs. From programs such supply chain, health informatics, criminal justice, law, and accounting, these domain areas need to include IT audit, risk, governance, security, and data privacy. Higher Education is realizing that MBA and Supply Chain students need to understand cybersecurity, law students need to under risk, and in our new digital world, those students in Criminology need to understand cybersecurity forensics and audit. The landscape has tilted so far from a digital standpoint, that even the CPA exam now includes a section on IT Systems and Risks. From CISA to CMMI, ISACA is forging new models to partner with higher education and map out this new paradigm together. ISACA’s mission is to level the global playing field for all members of society and equip them with the skills and credentials to begin or enhance their IT, cybersecurity, and any career that is impacted by technology.

Speakers:

Jeffrey Angle, ISACA

Terri Curran, Keiser University

August 6, 2024 | 2:00-3:00 PM ET

Webinar | Future-Focused: Updating Student Orientation for Tomorrow's Online Learners

Hosted by Noodle

In this one-hour webinar, Butler University Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Assistant Director of the Doctor of Pharmacy Online Pathway, Dr. Kevin Tuohy, and Noodle Senior Managing Director for Learning Partnerships, Robyn Hammontree, will discuss the power of creating a strong orientation for your online programs. The webinar will include an exploration and introduction to both Butler Pharmacy and Noodle’s learning design approach and strategy, a description of their collaboration to achieve mutual goals, and a case study which details how to revamp your orientation to meet the needs of today’s students.

Speakers:

Robyn Hammontree, Noodle

Dr. Kevin Tuohy, Butler University

August 13, 2024 | 1:00-2:00 PM ET

Webinar | ROI Insights: Connecting ROI to Program Development

Hosted by the Business & Operations Network

Join us for an UPCEA webinar where we delve into the crucial topic of return on investment (ROI) in program development for online and professional education. Whether you're an educator, administrator, or involved in educational program management, understanding and optimizing ROI is essential. We will explore proven strategies and best practices for measuring, enhancing, and communicating ROI effectively. Discover how to align educational goals with financial outcomes, identify key metrics for evaluation, and leverage data-driven insights to drive decision-making. By the end of this session, you will gain practical insights into improving ROI in your educational initiatives, enhancing program sustainability, and demonstrating the tangible value of online and professional education efforts to stakeholders. Don't miss out on this opportunity to unlock new avenues of growth and success in your educational programs!

Key Takeaways:

Strategies for aligning educational goals with financial outcomes.
Best practices for measuring and enhancing ROI in continuing education.
How to effectively communicate ROI to stakeholders.
Practical tips for leveraging data-driven insights for decision-making.

Join us and empower your online and professional education initiatives with actionable insights that drive measurable results!

Panelists:

Marie Martin, UCR Extension
Eric Latham, UCR Extension
Fanis Tsoulouhas, UC Merced

August 14, 2024 | 2:00-3:00 PM ET

Coffee Chat | Considering a Leadership Role? UPCEA 2024 Volunteer Leadership Info Session

Ever wondered how individuals become involved in the leadership teams of UPCEA networks and regions? Or how someone becomes a board member or officer of the association? Join your peers and colleagues for a chat focused on adding to your personal network (and resume) by volunteering for a leadership role within UPCEA. In this session, UPCEA staff members and volunteer leaders will share details about the leadership opportunities within UPCEA, the nominations process, as well tales from their own involvement with UPCEA. If you are looking to get more involved you won't want to miss this chat!

UPCEA Coffee Chats are informal, unrecorded opportunities for colleagues to connect about professional issues on their mind.

Click here to access the room at 2 PM ET on August 14 or download our calendar invite below.

August 20, 2024 | 2:00-3:00 PM ET

Coffee Chat | Insights from the Credential Innovation Consortium

Hosted by the Alternative Credentials Network

Hosted by the Alternative Credentials Network, join us for this dynamic Coffee Chat as we hear from participants of the grant-supported Credential Innovation Consortium. This initiative focuses on accelerating the growth of credential innovation in higher education. Our speakers will share their experiences and insights gained from their involvement in this transformative project. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the challenges, successes, and future potential of credential innovation in higher education. Bring your question and your coffee for an engaging and informative discussion.

UPCEA Coffee Chats are informal, unrecorded opportunities for colleagues to connect about professional issues on their mind.

Click here to access the room at 2 PM ET on August 20 or download our calendar invite below.

September 9, 2024 | 2:00-3:00 PM ET

Coffee Chat | Compliance Concerns and Best Practices for Internationally Located Online Students

Hosted by the International Network

With ever-increasing flexibility in distance study options for learners, host programs and institutions find themselves facing a maze of maze of challenges for serving students living abroad while they pursue their educational goals. Among these are regulatory and legal requirements administered by international locales. Arising from a vibrant and practical session delivered at the 2023 UPCEA Annual Conference around this topic, the International Network will host a Coffee Chat discussing compliance concerns for internationally located students studying online on Monday, September 9, 2024, at 2 PM ET.

UPCEA Coffee Chats are informal, unrecorded opportunities for colleagues to connect about professional issues on their mind.

Click here to access the room at 2 PM ET on September 9 or download our calendar invite below.

September 20, 2024 | 3:00-4:00 PM ET

Know Before You Go: Navigating the 2024 Convergence Conference

Looking to connect with other Convergence attendees? Join us to hear ideas about how to navigate the inaugural Convergence: Credential Innovation in Higher Education Conference. This fast paced coffee chat will get you up to speed, and give you an opportunity to ask questions, too. Join us to make new connections and plan your conference adventure.

Click here to access the room at 3PM ET on September 20 or download our calendar invite below.