Gies College of Business Wins the Coursera Trailblazer Award for Online Education: Voices of Learners at Gies
Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois has been honored with the Trailblazer Award at the September 2025 […]
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Announcing Coursera’s 2025 Customer Awards for Outstanding Achievement
Discover the winners of Coursera’s 2025 Customer Awards, celebrating organizations driving innovation and learning excellence worldwide. Photo by Kevin Seifert
From Chemistry to Strategy: How Ishpinder Kailey Used the iMBA to Expand Her Impact in STEM
When Australia-based learner Ishpinder Kailey reflects on her journey—from teaching physical chemistry in India, to leading global R&D teams in
Q&A with Joshua David Tarfa, Gies iMSM Graduate
Meet Joshua David Tarfa, a Nigeria-based senior product manager and recent graduate of the University of Illinois’ Gies College of
Lennard Liebig: From Online Learner to Innovation Leader at HEC Paris
When Lennard Liebig first started exploring online courses, he wasn’t chasing a diploma—he was simply looking to grow. With a
From Vision to Venture: Fatima Laher’s Journey through Innovation and Entrepreneurship at HEC Paris
A 2024 graduate of the Executive Track within the HEC Paris Executive MSc & MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship online
Mastering Data Science: Jeremy Samuel’s Journey with The University of Illinois
Balancing Full-Time Work and Online Learning to Stay Ahead in the Tech Industry Jeremy Samuel’s online degree journey is a
From MOOCs to Mastery: How Patrick Surrett Found his Perfect Fit in the Gies iMBA
For Patrick Surrett, pursuing an MBA wasn’t just about adding a credential to his resume—it was about lifelong learning, growth,
A Network that Feels like Home: Dennis Harlow’s Journey with the Gies iMSA
For Dennis Harlow, higher education wasn’t just about earning a degree—it was about transforming his career, expanding his professional network,
Embracing Lifelong Learning: Steve’s Journey Leads to the University of Illinois
How taking one course paved the path toward a master’s degree In today’s ever-changing world, the pursuit of knowledge is