The Providence Business News Executive Poll is a weekly
survey of 70 business leaders, representing large and small companies in a variety
of industries.
QUESTION: Are you currently pursuing or in the process of finishing an advanced
degree or certificate program?
Yes: 14%
No: 86%
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QUESTION: If you are pursuing a continuing education program, is it related to your current field of work or does it center around something entirely different?
Related to current field: 67%
Related to a new career direction: 33%
QUESTION: Does your company or organization reimburse you for taking such courses or are there any salary incentives or bonus programs in place?
Yes: 86%
No: 14%
QUESTION: Does your company or organization provide any flexibility with your work schedule to allow you to pursue such educational opportunities?
Yes: 86%
No: 14%
QUESTION: In terms of your company or organization’s policies concerning professional development – what grade would you give your employer?
A: 29%
B: 57%
C: 14%
