Data Scientist vs. Artificial Intelligence Engineer: Which Is a Better Career Choice?

IDC reported the global spending on AI technologies will hit $97.9 billion by the end of 2023. According to Gartner, 80% of merging technologies will have foundations in AI by the end of 2021. According to LinkedIn’s 2020 Emerging Jobs …

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Bridging the world's skills gap through affordable, high-quality, online education.
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Top 11 Cybersecurity Certifications That Will Get You Hired

As global spending on cybersecurity products continues to skyrocket, the rate of cyberattacks is expected to grow with it. Cybersecurity professionals are at the forefront of protecting organizations’ networks and systems and so it comes as no surprise that the …

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Bridging the world's skills gap through affordable, high-quality, online education.
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How to Ask for a Raise or Negotiate Your Salary

Whether you're negotiating your incoming salary for a new job or asking for a raise in your current position, here are some points you'll want to address in order to have a professional conversation regarding your salary. 

1. Know the …

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The 8 Negotiation Skills You Need—Whether You’re Job Searching or Not

Let’s say you’re conducting a job search and aiming for an annual salary of $100,000, but a company you’ve interviewed with offers you $87,000. You could grudgingly accept it, walk away, or try to negotiate.

You decide to negotiate and …

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What is a Technical Product Manager?

A technical product manager is a product manager who also has a technical background. He or she is able to provide product vision, create a roadmap, and bring a product to life. These product managers understand the company’s technology at …

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Kelli Delfosse Director, Industry Relations
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Career Resources

Exponent Technical Interview Platform

WashU’s Center for Career Engagement has partnered with Exponent, a platform designed to help students excel in technical interviews for …

WashU CNX

WashU CNX is a mentor-focused online community where you can build connections with fellow students, alumni, and friends of the university …