McKinsey.org Forward in the United States

Ready to advance your career? Take a step Forward.

McKinsey.org Forward is a free ten-week learning program designed to equip individuals at different stages of their careers – from career starters to job changers – with practical skills to succeed in the future of work.

Interactive learning journey

Variety of formats: digital courses, virtual-learning events, assignments, and reflection exercises
Dedicating about two hours a week over ten weeks

Workplace skills you can use immediately

Gain the skills and tools to do the following:

Turn business problems into opportunities by using structured and creative thinking.
Communicate in a clear and impactful way that makes your audience take action.
Be adaptable and build emotional awareness for working in a team or alone, especially in times of change.
Build strong relationships and maintain your well-being at work.
Develop your digital tool kit and plan to navigate the modern digital world.

Eligibility criteria

To access McKinsey.org Forward, you must meet the following criteria:

currently reside in the United States
are currently employed, self-employed, or between jobs
have less than five years of total work experience
or
have more than five years of work experience but have never been responsible for directly managing any colleagues in a corporate setting
completed at least a secondary education / high school degree or equivalent (e.g. GED)
have a good command of the English language (the program will be conducted in English)

Mark your growth

Earn the McKinsey.org Forward badge

Participants who complete the Core Skills level will earn a personalized digital badge, which is shareable across social media and other digital channels.