Global Knowledge Offer Blended Learning Solutions
<p><strong>Nashua, N.H. — July 12</strong><br />SkillSoft PLC, a provider of e-learning and performance support solutions for global enterprises, government, education and small to midsized businesses, and Global Knowledge, a privately held provider of training and enterprise learning services for information technology and management professionals, have announced the continued success of a strategic partnership through which the two organizations have delivered comprehensive, blended learning solutions for IT and business skills training. </p><p>Building on this long-term relationship, SkillSoft Courseware is now available via Global Knowledge distribution channels. </p><p>In addition, the SkillSoft Courseware is being bundled into creative, blended learning solutions to create more-relevant and efficient corporate learning solutions both companies offer.<br /><br />SkillSoft and Global Knowledge first partnered seven years ago, bringing together their e-learning and instructor-led training capabilities to successfully deliver blended learning programs for business and IT skills certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP) and Cisco Certified Network Associated (CCNA). </p><p>Leveraging a variety of learning assets, including e-learning courseware, Books24x7, live mentoring services, online labs and instructor-led training, the blended solutions offer a comprehensive, relevant experience on the market while appealing to a wide range of learner preferences, significantly increasing retention and on-the-job application.<br /><br />The SkillSoft content assets complement Global Knowledge’s IT and business skills curricula, including project management and technology companies’ courseware such as Cisco and Microsoft. </p><p>As a result, users can access a wealth of information resources on-demand, anytime and anywhere, further enhancing the learning experience while reinforcing acquired knowledge and skills. <br /><br />“SkillSoft’s long-standing relationship with Global Knowledge has enabled us to leverage their world-class instructor-led training, online labs and custom training to provide customers with the a comprehensive learning experience,” said Jerry Nine, SkillSoft chief operating officer. “Together, we have executed blended learning programs for a number of blue-chip clients, including Qwest, BellSouth and BearingPoint. </p><p>"Based on the tremendous success of these deployments, our partnership has grown and evolved over time, and we anticipate that it will continue to thrive in the years to come.”</p><p>Michael Fox, Global Knowledge senior vice president, agreed. <br /><br />“The strategic partnership between Global Knowledge and SkillSoft has produced very positive solutions and results for our customers during the past several years,” Fox said. “It has provided significant value to our customers, who have benefited greatly from the creative blended learning solutions brought to market by leveraging our joint capabilities.”</p>
