In a new joint research project from Emsi and the National Retail Foundation, we dive into how retail jobs prepare workers for careers in computers and technology. Specifically, we analyze which retail skills transfer to tech jobs and how retail experience helps tech workers get promoted faster.
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From Cashier to CTO: How Retail Prepares Workers for Careers in Tech
How Greater New Orleans, Inc. Harnesses the Full Sweep of Labor Data to Attract Companies and New Talent
From its State of the Sector reports to the creation of an employer-driven education program called GNOu, Greater New Orleans, Inc. is a model for how economic development organizations can develop and market their workforce.
WSJ Features Emsi Analysis in New Report, ‘What’s a Liberal Arts Degree Worth?’
WSJ published a new report using Emsi’s profile analytics originally featured in our 2018 analysis, “Robot Ready: Human+ Skills for the Future of Work.” Here’s the key takeaway: Liberal arts grads show better (much better) outcomes than they typically get credit for. Not only do these grads land good careers, they also show greater versatility in the job market than STEM majors do. And while they may not earn as much as STEM grads immediately, their earning potential does grow over the course of their careers.
Come Hear From Emsi at Inside Higher Ed’s ‘The Future of Public Higher Ed’
Emsi will be at Inside Higher Ed’s three-day summit, The Future of Public Higher Ed, July 8-10, in Baltimore, MD. Rob Sentz, Emsi’s chief innovation officer, will be speaking on “Attracting Students in a Crowded Market: How Community Colleges Are Reversing Enrollment Declines and Growing Their Numbers.”
The Future of American Cities: An Interview With Stephen Goldsmith
Emsi is delighted to announce the addition of its newest advisory board member, Stephen Goldsmith. We sat down with him to talk about data, governance, community leadership, and smart solutions to the challenges cities will face in the coming decades.
Higher Education Product Update: Tuition Data, Transfer Programs, and More
At Emsi, we’re always looking for more ways to deliver reliable, relevant data that helps you solve problems, serve students, and improve your institution. It’s why we regularly update our tools and services with new data and functionality. Here’s a look at a few of the recent changes we’ve made to serve you better.
Introducing Business Engage: A Proactive, Data-Informed Approach to BRE
Emsi is excited to introduce Business Engage—an innovative new tool designed to help business retention and expansion (BRE) professionals prioritize expanding or at-risk businesses, monitor their health over time, and support local business growth.
