PwC US Relaunches PwC Open University
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Posted on October 22, 2012 at 12:07:01 PM
PwC US Relaunches PwC Open University
Streamlined registration, better search, and integration with social media highlight new version of PwC's free online library of 280 executive business courses
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- PwC (US) announced today the relaunch of PwC Open University -- a free online library of executive business courses developed by PwC thought leaders. First launched in 2010, PwC Open University is a first-of-its-kind corporate education resource that provides business executives, faculty, students, alumni and the general business community free and open access to over 280 virtual courses spanning multiple industries and topics with new CPE-eligible courses added regularly.
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With the reintroduction, PwC Open University features an enhanced interface that personalizes the user experience. Additions such as streamlined user registration, robust search capabilities, spotlighted content, a personal My courses view and integrated social media help users easily access and better interact with the expansive library of courses.
"Open access to education and knowledge-sharing are what drive innovation and progress, making resources such as PwC Open University increasingly important in today's knowledge-based economy," said Mitra Best, U.S. Innovation Leader at PwC. "By enhancing the cutting-edge learning experience that PwC Open University provides, we build on the innovative steps taken by leading universities in open courseware as we continue to pioneer open access education."
Through webinars and videos, PwC Open University provides professional courses in financial services, governance, health care, energy and technology, among many others. The world-class library continues to expand based on business issues and regulatory developments.
To access our library of courses, please visit http://www.pwc.com/openuniversity.
About the PwC Network
PwC firms help organizations and individuals create the value they're looking for. We're a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 180,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Tell us what matters to you and find out more by visiting us at http://www.pwc.com.
Learn more about PwC by following us online: @PwC_LLP, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Google +.
© 2012 PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, a Delaware limited liability partnership. All rights reserved. PwC refers to the US member firm, and may sometimes refer to the PwC network. Each member firm is a separate legal entity. Please see http://www.pwc.com/structure for further details.
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PwC US
CONTACT: Jennifer McClellan, Edelman, on behalf of PwC, jen.mcclellan@edelman.com, +1-212-704-4567
Web Site: http://www.pwc.com
Streamlined registration, better search, and integration with social media highlight new version of PwC's free online library of 280 executive business courses
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- PwC (US) announced today the relaunch of PwC Open University -- a free online library of executive business courses developed by PwC thought leaders. First launched in 2010, PwC Open University is a first-of-its-kind corporate education resource that provides business executives, faculty, students, alumni and the general business community free and open access to over 280 virtual courses spanning multiple industries and topics with new CPE-eligible courses added regularly.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100917/NY66894LOGO)
With the reintroduction, PwC Open University features an enhanced interface that personalizes the user experience. Additions such as streamlined user registration, robust search capabilities, spotlighted content, a personal My courses view and integrated social media help users easily access and better interact with the expansive library of courses.
"Open access to education and knowledge-sharing are what drive innovation and progress, making resources such as PwC Open University increasingly important in today's knowledge-based economy," said Mitra Best, U.S. Innovation Leader at PwC. "By enhancing the cutting-edge learning experience that PwC Open University provides, we build on the innovative steps taken by leading universities in open courseware as we continue to pioneer open access education."
Through webinars and videos, PwC Open University provides professional courses in financial services, governance, health care, energy and technology, among many others. The world-class library continues to expand based on business issues and regulatory developments.
To access our library of courses, please visit http://www.pwc.com/openuniversity.
About the PwC Network
PwC firms help organizations and individuals create the value they're looking for. We're a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 180,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Tell us what matters to you and find out more by visiting us at http://www.pwc.com.
Learn more about PwC by following us online: @PwC_LLP, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Google +.
© 2012 PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, a Delaware limited liability partnership. All rights reserved. PwC refers to the US member firm, and may sometimes refer to the PwC network. Each member firm is a separate legal entity. Please see http://www.pwc.com/structure for further details.
SOURCE PwC US
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100917/NY66894LOGO
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PwC US
CONTACT: Jennifer McClellan, Edelman, on behalf of PwC, jen.mcclellan@edelman.com, +1-212-704-4567
Web Site: http://www.pwc.com