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The DEC Institute Joins edX Partner Network with Launch of Professional Certificate Programs in Blockchain and Digital Assets

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
University College London, Learning, Blockchain, Partnership, University, Jagdish Sheth School of Management, Education, 2U, Catalog, Curriculum, University of British Columbia, Macau Business Management Educational Centre, Professional, Certification, Polytechnic University of Milan, TWOU, CBA, HCPCS Level 2, DEC, CDAA, Applied science, School, Knowledge, EdX, Tutoring, Nursing

ROTKREUZ, Switzerland and LANHAM, Md., April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The DEC Institute (the DEC), a leading consortium of higher education institutions and provider of professional certifications on Web3-related technologies, today announced a new partnership with edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU) to help professionals everywhere start or advance a career using blockchain technology. As a new edX partner, the DEC will launch two Professional Certificate programs on edX.org that will put learners on a path toward earning a Chartered Blockchain Analyst (CBA) or Chartered Digital Asset Analyst (CDAA) continuing education certificate.

Key Points: 
  • As a new edX partner, the DEC will launch two Professional Certificate programs on edX.org that will put learners on a path toward earning a Chartered Blockchain Analyst (CBA) or Chartered Digital Asset Analyst (CDAA) continuing education certificate.
  • The DEC's first preparatory courses, Chartered Blockchain Analyst - CBA®️ Level 1 and Chartered Digital Asset Analyst - CDAA®️ Level 1 , are available now on edX.org.
  • The Level 2 courses will be part of Professional Certificate programs that are expected to launch in Summer 2023.
  • Professional Certificate programs on edX are designed to build and enhance critical professional skills needed to succeed in today's most in-demand fields.

SDA Bocconi School of Management, Italy's Top Business School, Partners with edX to Launch Professional Certificate Programs

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Online, Blockchain, Partnership, SDA, EdX, 2U, Professional, TWOU, SDA Bocconi School of Management, Knowledge, Dean (education), Tutoring, Nursing

LANHAM, Md. and MILAN, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The SDA Bocconi School of Management (SDA Bocconi), Italy's premier management school and a top-ranked international academic institution, and edX, the global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), today announced that SDA Bocconi plans to launch new Professional Certificate programs on edX.org. An existing 2U partner, SDA Bocconi's new offerings will build on the proven success of the institution's executive education courses, launched in October 2020.

Key Points: 
  • and MILAN, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The SDA Bocconi School of Management (SDA Bocconi), Italy's premier management school and a top-ranked international academic institution, and edX, the global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), today announced that SDA Bocconi plans to launch new Professional Certificate programs on edX.org.
  • Professional Certificate programs on edX are designed to build and enhance critical professional skills needed to succeed in today's most in-demand fields.
  • "SDA Bocconi is renowned for its expertise in the wide spectrum of skills needed to thrive in the modern business world.
  • SDA Bocconi also plans to launch additional courses on edX, exploring topics including health care, sustainability, and blockchain.

LEORON Brings First Arabic Language Educational Programs to edX

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Change management, 2U, TWOU, Partnership, EdX, Professional, Risk, Tutoring, Arabic

LANHAM, Md. and DUBAI, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LEORON, a leading corporate training company in the EMEA region, today announced a new partnership with edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU) to offer the first-ever Professional Certificate programs in the Arabic language on the edX platform. LEORON's partnership with edX begins with the launch of six Professional Certificate programs on edX.org, including human resources, strategic procurement, business process optimization, change management, financial modeling, and governance, risk, and compliance.  

Key Points: 
  • and DUBAI, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LEORON, a leading corporate training company in the EMEA region, today announced a new partnership with edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU) to offer the first-ever Professional Certificate programs in the Arabic language on the edX platform.
  • LEORON's partnership with edX begins with the launch of six Professional Certificate programs on edX.org, including human resources, strategic procurement, business process optimization, change management, financial modeling, and governance, risk, and compliance.
  • "We're pleased to announce this partnership with edX and add another dimension of service to our learners.
  • The demand for Arabic language courses is something we are keen to accommodate as our edtech portfolio continues to grow," said LEORON Chairman Arben Jusufi.

edX Innovation Continues with the Launch of MicroBootCamps™

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Cognizant, Front-end web development, EdX, Ecosystem, TWOU, Student, Workforce, Economic development, 2U, Employment, University, Management, Tutoring

LANHAM, Md., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), today announced the launch of MicroBootCamps, a new stackable credential designed to provide companies and their employees with a flexible, affordable, and on-demand learning pathway to build progressive skills readiness in key technical fields. Created to directly address the growing demand from companies for credentials to rapidly reskill and upskill their employees for business-critical tech roles, MicroBootCamps provide a scalable solution to better recruit, retain, and maintain a highly trained workforce.

Key Points: 
  • Featuring real-time, on-demand tutoring, individualized feedback, and live tutorial sessions led by expert instructors, MicroBootCamps offer a highly personalized and targeted learning experience.
  • The first MicroBootCamp program to be offered is in Front End Development, with additional programs in in-demand technical topics to follow.
  • Expert-led and industry-aligned, this first program provides entry-level learners with job-relevant, practical skills for roles in front end development.
  • The first MicroBootCamp program will launch on May 1 and will be offered immediately for enterprise clients.

edX Named to Fast Company's 2023 List of the World's Most Innovative Companies

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
Business operations, University of Denver, Woman, NASA, County, Transport, University, Public, Digital marketing, Early stage innovation company, Continuing education, 2U, Dean (education), EdX, Data, ITunes, City, Growth, TWOU, Education, Artificial intelligence, OpenAI, DU, Tutoring, Nursing

LANHAM, Md., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), is honored to announce its inclusion once again in the annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company. Fast Company's annual list recognizes businesses at the forefront of their respective industries, paving the way for the innovations of tomorrow. This year, edX has been recognized as setting the standard for innovation and impact in the education category.

Key Points: 
  • Fast Company's annual list recognizes businesses at the forefront of their respective industries, paving the way for the innovations of tomorrow.
  • This year, edX has been recognized as setting the standard for innovation and impact in the education category.
  • For over a decade, edX and 2U have each been dedicated to creating more access, affordability, and innovation in education.
  • Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies issue (March/April 2023) is available online here , as well as in-app form via iTunes and on newsstands beginning March 14.

Delft University of Technology Wins 2022 edX Prize for Innovation in Online Teaching

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Online, Knowledge, 2U, Housing, Learning, Delft University of Technology, Database, Environment, EdX, Faculty, MOOC, TU Delft Faculty of Aerospace Engineering, Education, TWOU, Tutoring

LANHAM, Md. and DELFT, Netherlands, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), today announced that the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is the winner of the seventh annual edX Prize for Exceptional Contributions in Online Teaching and Learning. The award recognizes Professor Dick van Gameren for his work on Global Housing Design – a free MOOC available on edX.org. The course, which focuses on the design of sustainable and inclusive housing, directly addresses the critical global need for urban development expertise, with close to a billion people worldwide currently living in inadequate housing.

Key Points: 
  • and DELFT, Netherlands, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- edX , a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), today announced that the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is the winner of the seventh annual edX Prize for Exceptional Contributions in Online Teaching and Learning.
  • "As a longstanding edX partner, this award underscores TU Delft's continued commitment to excellence and innovation," said Andrew Hermalyn, president of partnerships at 2U, parent company of edX.
  • "From being one of the first edX partners to offer a MicroMasters® program, to winning the edX prize for the third time, TU Delft continues to deliver high-quality, accessible opportunities for learners everywhere."
  • Read more about the edX Prize in our announcement of the 2022 finalists .

2U, Inc. Announces Upcoming Investor Day

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Nasdaq MarketSite, 2U, TWOU, Management, Cryptocurrency

LANHAM, Md., Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), a leading online education platform company, today announced the Company will host an Investor Day event at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City on Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 at 9:00 am ET.

Key Points: 
  • LANHAM, Md., Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), a leading online education platform company, today announced the Company will host an Investor Day event at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City on Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 at 9:00 am ET.
  • The 2U executive leadership team will discuss the Company's platform strategy, edtech sector trends, and plans to create shareholder value.
  • To register to attend in-person or virtually, please use the following link .

Cabrini University Joins Global edX Network, Offering Its First MicroMasters® and MicroBachelors® Programs and Bringing Existing Online Degrees to the edX Platform

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Thursday, February 16, 2023
Cabrini University, Equity, TWOU, EdX, Assessment, MicroMasters, Catholic Church, Education, 2U, University, Educational leadership, Growth, Social, Nursing, Management, Cabrini, Lightcast, Curriculum, Inclusive

RANDOR, Pa. and LANHAM, Md., Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cabrini University and edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), today announced that Cabrini has joined the global edX partner network and will be bringing its existing online Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Master of Education in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment programs to edX under the platform's flexible degree model. Additionally, Cabrini—a renowned private Catholic university—will launch a MicroMasters program in education, creating a stackable master's degree pathway for those looking to continue their studies at a renowned institution, as well as a MicroBachelors program in social sciences.

Key Points: 
  • edX's MicroMasters programs create an innovative on-ramp for learners looking to pursue a master's degree, in addition to providing a valuable standalone credential.
  • Learners who complete the MicroMasters program in education from Cabrini will be eligible to earn credit toward the university's online Master of Education in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment program.
  • Cabrini joining the edX network comes as school districts across the U.S. continue to suffer from historic educator shortages.
  • Cabrini expects to launch the MicroMasters program and transition its online Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Master of Education in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment on the edX platform in Fall 2023.

edX Launches Professional Certificate in Cloud Solutions Architecture with AWS

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Cloud, DevOps, TWOU, EdX, Architecture, AWS, Cloud computing, 2U, Associate, Knowledge, Professional, Certification, Tutoring

The Professional Certificate program in Cloud Solutions Architecture provides the knowledge and skills needed to start building a career in cloud architecture and helps prepare learners for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate exam.

Key Points: 
  • The Professional Certificate program in Cloud Solutions Architecture provides the knowledge and skills needed to start building a career in cloud architecture and helps prepare learners for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate exam.
  • edX has worked with AWS since 2017 to provide over 300,000 learners with over 30 AWS courses on the edX platform .
  • Now, with the addition of the first AWS Professional Certificate program on edX, learners have the opportunity to build and enhance critical professional skills needed to succeed in the fast-growing field of cloud computing.
  • "The new Professional Certificate program in Cloud Solutions Architecture on edX will give 48 million learners around the globe the opportunity to pursue a valuable, employer-recognized credential that can drive real career impact in an accessible and affordable format."

edX Announces Contract with UC Davis to Launch New Online Master of Management

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Thursday, February 9, 2023
MBA, Private sector, TWOU, EdX, Student, 2U, University, Knowledge, UC, Partnership, Master of Management, Learning, University of California, Davis, Management

LANHAM, Md., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), and the University of California, Davis, today announced a contract to launch a new online Master of Management program for those who just recently graduated from college to immediately accelerate their professional careers. The program – which would be the first of its kind in the UC system – is designed to be shorter and priced less than a typical MBA program, and would open doors to an accessible, high-quality graduate business education to students who've recently finished an undergraduate degree.

Key Points: 
  • LANHAM, Md., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), and the University of California, Davis, today announced a contract to launch a new online Master of Management program for those who just recently graduated from college to immediately accelerate their professional careers.
  • The new graduate degree offering, to be developed under edX's flexible degree model, will build upon the existing edX and UC Davis partnership, which includes MBA@UCDavis , a top-ranked online MBA program, as well as executive education courses, tech boot camps, and recently announced professional certificate programs.
  • Since the edX and UC Davis partnership began in 2017, over 2,300 learners have been welcomed into these innovative online programs.
  • The new UC Davis online Master of Management on edX is designed to give new professionals the skills they need to excel in the professional world in a condensed format, allowing them to quickly take the knowledge gained and apply it to a job in the private sector.