February 23, 2017
For most U.S. businesses, employee churn creates a costly challenge. Employers can spend 16-20% of an individual’s yearly salary to hire and train entry-level employees, and as much as 50% or more in specialized sectors.
Postsecondary Education
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation publishes content on postsecondary education and related issues. Find and access current and archived items in our database.
February 16, 2017
December 21, 2016
As the year comes to a close, we want to thank all of the contributors and readers of our blog and take a look back at some of the posts you found most valuable. Here are the five most read blog posts in 2016.
2017 Annual National Policy Summit Changing the Debate: From Pathways to Pipelines
Co-sponsored by the University of Florida Institute of Higher Education, the National Student Clearinghouse, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, this national annual policy summit provides an interactive forum of higher education officials from the national, state and institution levels with an interest in talent pipeline management, reverse transfer of credits, and new trends in accreditation.
November 3, 2016
Editor's note: This originally appeared on FreeEnterprise.com
October 19, 2016
September 29, 2016
If America is going to lead in the global economy, American businesses will need the best and brightest students in the world—students who can create, collaborate, communicate, and innovate. And America needs these students to be educated right here. Unfortunately, our education system has become woefully mediocre compared with the rest of the world.
September 22, 2016
The proliferation of educational options and wide array of postsecondary credentials in the U.S. marketplace provide a great national opportunity for increasing economic competitiveness and economic opportunity. However, we’re not realizing that potential today.
August 1, 2016
Most 2016 high school and college graduations have come and gone and with their passing, many young people—and their families—face anxiety about their career preparedness and opportunities.
July 11, 2016
U.S. Chamber of Commerce CEO explains just how important it is for students to know all of the facts about the higher education institutions they are looking at, prior to committing.