• Deloitte Academies focus on developing high-demand skills like AI, sustainability, and leadership.
• Programs offer tailored learning experiences, integrating human skills and technical expertise.
• Deloitte invests $2 billion in global learning initiatives, aiming to elevate organizational performance.

Deloitte has launched Deloitte Academies, an initiative designed to equip organizations with critical skills for future success, focusing on areas like AI, sustainability, and leadership development. As businesses face rapid changes, Deloitte is committed to providing learning experiences that address modern workforce challenges.

“We are wholly committed to developing the workforce of the future,” said Josh Haims, principal at Deloitte Consulting LLP and Deloitte Academies portfolio leader. “Deloitte Academies puts humans at the center of everything they do as organizations navigate rapid change and uncertainty.”

Deloitte’s academies offer immersive learning experiences that cater to different roles within an organization, from technologists to executives. The programs aim to upskill workers in high-demand areas while also focusing on enduring human capabilities like creativity, team building, and agility.

The academies include a suite of established programs:

• Deloitte AI Academy: Trained over 58,000 professionals in AI, surpassing initial goals and driving 40% GenAI fluency across Deloitte.
• Sustainability Academy: Helps organizations lead sustainable practices, with over 47,000 professionals earning recognized sustainability certifications.
• Product Academy: Offers customizable learning experiences to drive business outcomes through a product mindset.

Deloitte’s investment in these learning initiatives reflects its commitment to preparing both clients and internal teams for the future. “Our goal is to help clients create a future-ready workforce that can drive significant impact,” said Anthony Stephan, Chief Learning Officer for Deloitte US. “Access to learning is a major factor in employee engagement, and Deloitte Academies is our forward-thinking approach to meet future needs.”

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Ria Nicholls, EVP at Wells Fargo, emphasized the importance of this collaboration, stating, “Deloitte Academies will amplify our efforts in cultivating the essential skills needed for tomorrow’s business challenges.”

Deloitte’s investment of $2 billion in global technology learning and development initiatives positions the academies as a key player in shaping the future of work. Their leadership programs, like the Next Gen CHRO Academy, ensure HR executives can guide their organizations through transformation, further emphasizing Deloitte’s impact on organizational success.