PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 9, 2024--

University of Phoenix is pleased to introduce a new career-focused skills pathway focused on soft skills through its Professional Development Skills Center. The pathway is designed to equip businesses and their employees with the skills necessary for effective cross-functional collaboration, problem-solving, decision-making, time management, and empathetic communication techniques.

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