You’ve probably heard of the “glass ceiling”: the social barrier that prevents women’s advancement to top leadership roles. Now, a similar term has been coined for those without a bachelor’s degree: ...

The conventional degree was once as integral to the American Dream as getting the keys to your first home. But among the many norms the pandemic upended, the job market and what is required to succeed ...

In the pursuit of prosperity and financial security, the well-trodden path has long been considered a college education. For decades, the promise of a bachelor’s degree has shone like a beacon, ...

About 55% of America’s workforce lacks a bachelor's degree or higher. Many have experience, training, and skills, but not having a degree blocks them from even being considered for higher-paying jobs.

Employers struggling to fill roles, and job-seekers frustrated by rigid requirements, could both benefit from increased access to job opportunities for workers without a bachelor degree. Employment ...

The year is 2014, and Nancy, an experienced human resources professional, is hiring for her company’s new job opening. As she sifts through resumes, one in particular stands out: Mike. Mike ...

Gartner predicted nine future of work trends for 2024. One is the collapse of common career assumptions. One assumption is “a bachelor’s degree is the only path to relevant skills.” The tight labor ...

Automated systems on recruiting websites are screening out people who may have the skills for tech jobs, but don’t have a college diploma. NBC’s Jacob Ward reports for TODAY on the “paper ceiling” ...

JANESVILLE — An upcoming Courageous Conversation will explore the concept of the “Paper Ceiling,” the invisible barriers to career advancement that often impact employees in the workplace without a ...