Lifetime Learning by Ball State

09/09/2026

Tell a student about skills-based hiring!

Nearly 48% of students say they’ve heard of skills-based hiring, and those students are more confident in their skills proficiency compared to their peers who are not familiar with the term, according to our 2026 Student Survey. https://buff.ly/hZChHrM

09/03/2026

A career change does not always mean starting over.

For many adults, the next step is about building on the experience they already have and adding the right skill, credential, or leadership capability.

You may be considering a change because:

-Your current work no longer offers room to grow
-Your industry is changing
-You want more creativity, stability or flexibility
-You are ready to move into leadership
-You want work that better reflects your strengths
-You need a credential to open a new door

Adult learning can help connect your experience to a new opportunity—without requiring you to erase everything you have already built.

Lifetime Learning offers practical pathways in areas such as project management, leadership, IT support, Adobe design and photography, early childhood education, professional selling, and more.

What is the biggest factor in your next career move: a new skill, a credential, a connection, or more confidence?

Share your answer in the comments. Your perspective may help another adult learner who is considering a change.

08/31/2026

When choosing a professional development program, what matters most to you? Write your choice in the comments!

Options:

Flexible schedule
Online, self-paced options
Live instructor support
Funding availability
Connection to a specific job or promotion

08/28/2026

Many professionals become responsible for projects before they ever receive formal project-management training.

You may be coordinating a new initiative, managing a team deadline, working across departments, or helping implement a change at your organization.

That experience is valuable—but having a practical framework can make the work more manageable.

This fall, Lifetime Learning will offer three-week live virtual synchronous project-management cohorts with The Process Alchemist.

The live format is designed for working adults who want:

Instructor-led learning
A structured schedule
Opportunities to ask questions
Practical tools they can use immediately
Support from a cohort of peers

This may be a good fit if you are new to project management, preparing for increased responsibility, or exploring CAPM® or PMP®-related professional development.

You do not have to wait until you have the title to build the skill.

Hear more from founder of Process Alchemist below, and register on our web site.

08/21/2026

Considering a career transition?
For many professionals, including teachers, project management can be a strong next step. The good news: the skills you already use every day — leadership, planning, communication, and staying calm under pressure — translate well.

A few helpful tips:

- Identify the strengths you already bring to the table
- Choose training that fits your schedule and goals
- Focus on practical skills that employers value
- Lifetime Learning offers exam prep programs that can support your transition, whether you’re moving from teaching into project management or exploring a broader career change.

A new direction starts with one practical step.

Explore programs: https://www.bsu.edu/academics/lifetime-learning

08/12/2026

What is a good customer experience? How do you ensure that your organization is delivering what the customer expects? Our Customer Experience Excellence (CXX) training was designed to help managers and business owners answer these questions with practical tips and strategies. Learn more from the course designer!

Click here to learn more!https://lifetimelearning.bsu.edu/products...

08/10/2026

Leadership today requires clarity, confidence, influence—and the ability to lead through change.

Women in Leadership with AI-Driven Engagement is an online, certificate program designed to help professionals strengthen communication, negotiation, decision-making, team engagement, and strategic stewardship skills.

Open to all learners, the program illuminates and clarifies the leadership experiences and challenges often faced by women in organizational settings.

Learn more: lifetimelearning.bsu.edu/products/Women-in-Leadership-with-AI-Driven-Engagement

08/05/2026

What is Vocational ESL for Child Development Associate (CDA) training?

It’s a self-paced, online course for English language learners who want to build childcare vocabulary, strengthen workplace communication, and prepare for CDA certification in early childhood education.

The course includes:

120 course hours completed within 6 months
Instructor support
Portfolio preparation and CDA exam readiness
Infant/toddler and preschool-age care pathways
A certification exam voucher for eligible learners
No prerequisites are required, and it's WIOA-approved so funding is available.
Learn more and enroll: https://lifetimelearning.bsu.edu/products/Vocational-ESL-for-Child-Development-Associate

08/03/2026

AI is changing the way organizations work—but strong leadership still makes the difference.

Our How to Be Irreplaceable in the Age of AI course helps leaders turn AI experimentation into a practical strategy for stronger workflows, smarter decisions, responsible governance, and sustainable growth.

Built for executives and leaders building smarter systems, this flexible online program helps participants create an actionable AI roadmap for their organization.

Learn more: https://info.lifetimelearning.bsu.edu/executive-education-with-ai

07/29/2026

Looking to add project management skills to your toolkit—without committing to a full certification program?

This October, Lifetime Learning by Ball State is offering short, focused project management courses designed for working professionals who need practical skills they can use right away.

Whether you're managing cross-functional teams, leading initiatives without a formal PM title, or looking to bring more structure to your work, these courses can help:

📊 Project Management for Non-Project Managers (Oct 8, 6 hrs)
🔄 Driving Continuous Improvement with Project Retrospectives (Oct 15, 1 hr)
⚙️ Streamlining Resource Management (Oct 22, 2 hrs)

All courses are live online via Zoom with expert instructor Ashleigh Clark, PMP.

Short on time? These bite-sized courses fit your schedule while building skills that make an immediate impact.

👉 Register at

You're busy. We're flexible. A Ball State education is already known to be valuable, adaptive, and affordable. Now with Lifetime Learning non-credit programs and certifications by Ball State, we are expanding our mission to offer students and adult learners more options to learn, grow, and thrive.