WIRE Initiative
The Whitman Industry Readiness & Excellence (WIRE) Initiative is an innovative program demonstrating Whitman’s commitment to preparing students for a world of accelerating change. The WIRE initiative helps to encourage students to pursue professional certifications from industry-recognized organizations. These certifications offer tangible support and augment our students’ skillsets and abilities—in other words, industry readiness or evidence of excellence in a particular domain.
Current offerings include:
- Microsoft Excel Associate and Expert
- Microsoft Data Associate (Power BI)
- Microsoft Office Specialist Associate
- Google Data Analytics
- Google Project Management
- Tableau
- FINRA
- PMP
- ARGUS
- Association of Supply Chain Management
The certifications in this program continue to expand in line with hiring trends and industry needs. Students may submit for other certifications with appropriate details provided.
Please note: WIRE funds are only available to Whitman undergraduate and graduate major students. Certain certifications require specific class standing, course completion, or experience. Students should review the requirements completely before applying. Whitman students should click here for more information and for the application link.
Questions? Email WIRE@syr.edu