Discover how higher education can improve your employment opportunities
Tired of feeling held back from that dream job because of limited education opportunities? It doesn鈥檛 have to be that way forever! BYU-Pathway offers PathwayConnect, a one-year, low-cost, online program that has led hundreds of students to the employment they have always wanted.
Here are just three different ways BYU-Pathway is improving careers for students worldwide.
1. Opens the door to new employment opportunities
According to , 38 percent of employers have raised their educational requirements and expectations when hiring new employees. This can be frustrating for those who have not pursued higher education. Luckily, BYU-Pathway helps students become college-ready and leads them to BYU-Idaho online certificate and degree programs, presented and coordinated through BYU-Pathway.
Michael Lima Alves, a former BYU-Pathway student from Brazil, dreamed of becoming a software engineer. Once he completed PathwayConnect and began studying in the BYU-Idaho online degree program, he was offered his dream job and quadrupled his income.
鈥淚 was nervous to start working at first, but I was able to handle several big tasks at once,鈥� Michael said. 鈥淭he company recognized my hard work and talents. They were so pleased with what I was doing that they offered me a promotion! I know BYU-Pathway and BYU-Idaho have given me this blessing in my life.鈥�
2. Leads to promotions or raises at work
Many students who enroll in BYU-Pathway may already have a job they enjoy, but lacking higher education could be stopping them from earning a promotion or getting a raise. The skills learned through online courses can equip students with the knowledge they need to progress in the workplace.
鈥淏YU-Pathway has opened doors to advance my education and, most importantly, the ability to advance with my current employer,鈥� John said. 鈥淓ach course in BYU-Pathway has been a blessing in my professional development.鈥�
3. Provides students with valuable job skills
BYU-Pathway courses help students gain several marketable job skills, including leadership, written and verbal communication, self-reliance, and English speaking. These skills provide students with the experience necessary to build a marketable resume, communicate in job interviews, and even start their own business if desired.
鈥淏YU-Pathway gave me life-transforming skills. It inspired me to take my future into my own hands and finish my education online,鈥� Elvis said. 鈥淚 wanted to receive world-class education to take on my future career goals, and that鈥檚 exactly what BYU-Pathway gave me.鈥�
Improve your career with BYU-Pathway
Don鈥檛 let your education hold you back from your dream job any longer! Discover what BYU-Pathway can do for you and the doors it can open to new employment opportunities. Join the worldwide community of students looking to better themselves spiritually, academically, and professionally.
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