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S p e c i a l F e a t u r e The Pivot to Success BC universities are leading the charge in innovative, student-centred program delivery, leveraging key post-covid takeaways to ensure their offerings stay engaging and relevant. I n the world today, leaders and leadership training are in highest demand among professionals and post- secondary education seekers, and there's never been a more convenient time to upskill. GUSTAVSON SCHOOL OF BUSINESS "Professionals are looking for shorter, more accessible training and courses that can fit into a work week, with post- coursework to re-enforce the learning," says Eddie Isted, account executive for Executive Programs at the Gustavson School of Business at University of Victoria. "There has been a continuing trend of organizations looking for training in resilience, emotional intelligence, unconscious bias and diversity training, as well as coaching." The pandemic quickly changed many things at the Gustavson School of Business, impacting course delivery, course content, and administration. "While pre-pandemic we provided some professional development options virtually, the bulk of our programs and courses were delivered in person," PHOTO COURTESY OF: UNIVERSITY CANADA WEST PHOTO: ARIEL VIEW OF GUSTAVSON SCHOOL OF BUSINESS