Degrees tailored to learner demands, based on employer needs

You're going to learn skills you can put to work. That's it.

Our programs bridge the gap between education and industry. To create our academic model, we analyzed 30 million job vacancies and surveyed the employers of 2.5 million people worldwide.

We also aligned with professional business organizations, researched labor market data, and examined official employability frameworks, such as Common Employability Skills and the Connecting Credentials Framework, to develop industry-relevant and future-focused competencies.

The result? An immersive, competency-based education (CBE) experience with a learner’s chosen career at its heart.

You won't find an education like Nexford's anywhere else in the world.

What is competency-based education (CBE)?

Competencies are skills and abilities – the things you need to know and be able to do. CBE is a program of study based on the mastery of specific skills tied to careers.

Competency-based programs, therefore, award credentials based on demonstrated ability. That means our learners don’t just spend time memorizing theory. Instead, they also apply their knowledge to real-world situations. And because CBE measures learning not time, once learners prove their mastery, they can progress at pace.

What does Competency-Based Education mean for you?

Skills employers need

Employers widely recognize the CBE approach because most corporations use it as the basis for promotions and advancement.

To ensure we know the latest CBE developments and that we have a stake in its direction, we're a member of a network of colleges, organizations, and individuals advancing competency-based education: Competency Based Education Network.

Build your knowledge

Build on your knowledge and skills by mastering competencies at a flexible pace. Unlike institutions that rely on “direct assessment,” where “credit hours” are cut loose, we set out the average time that learners should expect to spend on a course. With our support, you can earn a high-quality degree, and digital badges – and move forward in life.

Learn by doing

CBE focuses on what you must know and be able to do to earn credentials, regardless of the amount of time spent. Progress is measured with reliably assessed objectives that learners have acquired skills in a particular discipline or field of study. No big exams at the end of a semester. No one-size-fits-all tests. We don’t have semesters. And you'll only take original, relevant assessments.

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What You'll Learn

Our skill-based approach ensures practical, results-driven learning that boosts productivity and ensures talent meets the rapid advancements in technology and productivity.

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