It's Not Just for Kids, Chrysler Employees Go Back to School
4 September 1997
It's Not Just for Kids, Chrysler Employees Go Back to School
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 4 -- For Chrysler's employees, the
trip from work desk to school desk is just an elevator ride away as they join
thousands of students this fall in the trek back to the classroom. In a
joint-partnership with Oakland University, Chrysler Corporation is
offering a Post-Master's program specifically designed for employees who are
looking to further their business education.
"We're always looking for ways to motivate our employees to learn and grow
in their careers," said James Donlon, Vice-President Controller of Chrysler
Corporation. By offering various courses including finance, international
business, business economics and human resources at our home facility, the
Chrysler Technology Center, employees will find it easier to take classes
designed to fit their busy work schedules.
"We believe we've come up with a very convenient way for our 'students' to
take classes from Oakland University faculty without leaving the Chrysler
Technology Center," said Donlon. "The Post-Master Program is designed for our
employees, giving them more accessibility and saving them time in obtaining
their certificates."
Designed for MBA holders who are looking to update their learning and
skills to better compete in the business world, the fifteen-credit program is
structured for employees to take a class per week. The curriculum will
incorporate case studies on Chrysler Corporation and other real life
situations. Professors from Oakland University School of Business
Administration will provide lectures and tests on a weekly basis.
"We encourage our employees to continue with formal education and training
even if they already have a degree at the Master's level," said Dan Cowan,
Manager of Finance Training and Education.
After completing the requirements, "Chrysler graduates" may take part in
graduation ceremonies at Oakland University.
SOURCE Chrysler Corporation