Press Release
D2L, a global leader in learning innovation, shares that Penn State Smeal College of Business selected D2L Brightspace to power its executive education programs to enhance the delivery of interactive learning experiences and support a more seamless enrollment process.
“We are very pleased to support the Penn State Smeal College of Business, a forward-thinking institution that’s deeply committed to excellence as it educates world-class business leaders and drives meaningful impact. Together we are leveraging innovative technology and learning science to deliver truly transformative experiences and improve outcomes for learners and educators.”
John Baker, President and CEO at D2L
After a thorough review, Smeal found D2L Brightspace was best suited to deliver its programs with the support of engaging learning tools and more, including:
- A modern, mobile responsive user interface to help Executive Leaders quickly access learning materials while tracking progress with a real-time dashboard.
- D2L Createspace, an integrated content management tool with a dedicated space to collaborate on content, help improve course creation, and increase efficiency.
- D2L Creator+, a content authoring tool to help build more engaging and interactive learning experiences to help Smeal continue to differentiate its programs in the market.
- D2L Course Merchant, a flexible registration and e-commerce platform to support alignment with Penn State’s brand and help learners discover new skill-based programs and enroll seamlessly.
“At Smeal, we’re reimagining how we deliver executive education for a new era of learning. D2L Brightspace provides a powerful, modern platform with advanced content-building and AI-driven capabilities that enable us to create dynamic, personalized learning experiences. This positions us to extend the reach and impact of our executive education programs to learners anywhere around the world.”
Recognized among the top 25 undergraduate and graduate business programs by U.S. News & World Report in 2024, Smeal has built a global community of more than 96,000 alumni across more than 60 countries. Since its founding in 1953, the college has been known for its contributions to business education and research, preparing students for lifelong success.
About the Penn State Smeal College of Business
The Penn State Smeal College of Business is a globally recognized business school and an integral part of The Pennsylvania State University. Serving more than 8,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and executive education programs, Smeal is among the 10 largest business schools in the United States. The college is home to leading academic departments and research centers focused on areas such as supply chain management, corporate innovation, and business-to-business marketing.
About D2L
D2L is transforming the way the world learns, helping learners achieve more than they dreamed possible. Working closely with customers all over the world, D2L is on a mission to make learning more inspiring, engaging and human. Find out how D2L helps transform lives and delivers outstanding learning outcomes in K-12, higher education and business.
Why did Smeal choose D2L to power its executive education programs?
Smeal selected D2L Brightspace after a thorough review, recognizing it as the best platform to deliver engaging learning experiences and streamline enrollment. The platform’s modern interface, content creation tools, and e-commerce capabilities aligned with Smeal’s goals for innovation and global reach.
What tools did Smeal select to help support learning outcomes?
Smeal selected several D2L Brightspace tools to support learning outcomes, including D2L Creator+ for building interactive content, D2L Createspace for collaborative course development, and a real-time dashboard within a mobile-responsive interface to help learners track progress. These tools enable dynamic, personalized learning experiences and improve course creation efficiency.
How will D2L help Smeal enhance learning experiences?
D2L will support Smeal in delivering more engaging, accessible, and personalized executive education experiences. By leveraging advanced learning technologies and a modern platform, D2L will help Smeal expand its reach and impact of executive education programs globally, supporting transformative experiences through advanced content-building and AI-driven capabilities.
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