To @Camden, if you are a University of Phoenix employee, your attitude shows why the school continues to fail. Your underlying assumption is that Apollo Group/University of Phoenix is not interested in improving instruction. Just slash instruction... — read more
Let me clarify my question
Let me clarify my question. University of Phoenix enrollment dropped by 18% (with new enrollment down 22%). So how did University of Phoenix cut instruction expenses by 19% when labor costs have increased dramatically in higher education? Did they... — read more
For those that want to stay in 4 profit higher ed, virginia college is hiring
For those that want to stay in 4 profit higher ed, virginia college is hiring. ecacolleges.com
Wow Camden Kid, are you really that dense? All of your posts are annoying but lets use our critical thinking skills for this one
Wow Camden Kid, are you really that dense? All of your posts are annoying but lets use our critical thinking skills for this one. Campus and LC closures and mass layoffs. What does that mean? Less classes to offer and less faculty to pay which means... — read more
Another reason to expect more cost cutting in the future--it helps the short-term bottom line
Another reason to expect more cost cutting in the future--it helps the short-term bottom line. Can anyone tell me how University of Phoenix cut instruction expenses by 19%? Are they increasing online class sizes in their online classes?....."The... — read more
I saw this coming years ago
I saw this coming years ago. The person who posted the comment about never finding a job with UOP on resume? Sad fact is that UOP hired all we ASU grads who couldn't find a job anywhere else when we were down on our luck? Kudos to UOP for supporting... — read more
This company sure is doing a good job and showing people they shouldn't promote within the company
This company sure is doing a good job and showing people they shouldn't promote within the company. ...scary
I am currently in bundling 6 and have spoke with ACs and ACMs and they both said nothing is going down today...all was yesterday
I am currently in bundling 6 and have spoke with ACs and ACMs and they both said nothing is going down today...all was yesterday
well mates, we should all give a big standing ovation to the best group of gints out there
well mates, we should all give a big standing ovation to the best group of gints out there. those who have mastered the art of making board games with their 100k + salaries. glad the gints are following the creed and let's get to work motto to a t... — read more
I agree with the post, they seem to keep trash and throw away the gems..
I agree with the post, they seem to keep trash and throw away the gems... Most of the time. I don't understand what all the secrecy is about with Apollo. Respect people, your employees enough to communicate changes proactively. Core value says... — read more
Bldg 6 has about 20 people being walked out right now
Bldg 6 has about 20 people being walked out right now. Recognize a few acs.
Everyone in CE is in shock at the choices of leadership
Everyone in CE is in shock at the choices of leadership. The leaders who cared about the employees are gone and the leaders who manage with a stick remain. This company is so far removed from being the "job of choice" it really is amazing. Downsizing... — read more
The parent company of the University of Phoenix announced Tuesday that it is laying off 500 workers around the country as it faces declining...
The parent company of the University of Phoenix announced Tuesday that it is laying off 500 workers around the country as it faces declining enrollment and transitions to more online-only courses. The shake-up largely affects career services that had... — read more
Though my parting with UoP is sad, I will forever grateful to the support of my UoP family in Baton Rouge Campus for the last 8 years
Though my parting with UoP is sad, I will forever grateful to the support of my UoP family in Baton Rouge Campus for the last 8 years. My sincere appreciation to Mr. Lee Melancon. He has been my mentor and most of all my friend. He has thought and... — read more
Be prepared for more layoffs in the future, from Barrons....
Be prepared for more layoffs in the future, from Barrons..... http://blogs.barrons.com/stockstowatchtoday/2013/10/23/investors-profit-from-for-profit-colleges-as-apollo-group-surges-on-earnings-surprise/?mod=yahoobarrons&ru=yahoo...."Apollo Group... — read more
Think about them like this
Think about them like this. Everything will be centralized through these locations. There may be representation at each campus but it will be as minimal as possible. This is where most of the ACs and FAs will be. EA teams are getting reduced over the... — read more
Employees will be receiving meeting planners around 10
Employees will be receiving meeting planners around 10. Those left standing will have a meeting around 1. First step in creating advocate roles 20 reps per manager cuts will be significant
Sandi Miller- faculty recruiter manager is a nightmare times 10! Thinking about her makes me cringe! Everyone who has worked for her had...
Sandi Miller- faculty recruiter manager is a nightmare times 10! Thinking about her makes me cringe! Everyone who has worked for her had left the company because she is that bad!!!! Payback will get you... Don't worry!
Be prepared for another round of downsizing, outsourcing, and offshoring, I have heard executives publicly discuss significant drops in...
Be prepared for another round of downsizing, outsourcing, and offshoring, I have heard executives publicly discuss significant drops in enrollment at University of Phoenix over the long run (from 249,000 to 150,000).........From... — read more
As layoffs continue, Apollo Group stock has skyrocketed today, now almost...
As layoffs continue, Apollo Group stock has skyrocketed today, now almost 25%....http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2013/10/23/why-apollo-group-stock-popped.aspx
Wow that kind of shut everybody up
Wow that kind of shut everybody up
Online reps being hit today about 5% in all departments
Online reps being hit today about 5% in all departments. Major reorg Bills email today speaks on it. Yesterday was only a drop in the bucket compared to what will happen to online today.
5 metroplexes...so they will be closing all locations except those?
5 metroplexes...so they will be closing all locations except those?
Chicago, Dallas, Kansas City, So
Chicago, Dallas, Kansas City, So. Cal, and Atlanta
Lynn and Mike find a way to stay together.....so obvious!
Lynn and Mike find a way to stay together.....so obvious!
Jerad is being fired due to total failure
Jerad is being fired due to total failure. We heard Brent Fitch smells blood and thinks he is getting jerads position. He has his nose up all the execs asses.
What will make up the 6 metroplexes? What states/cities?
What will make up the 6 metroplexes? What states/cities?
More layoffs, outsourcing and offshoring=increased stock price....http://www.marketwatch.com/story/apollo-group-fourth-quarter-profit-tumbles...
More layoffs, outsourcing and offshoring=increased stock price....http://www.marketwatch.com/story/apollo-group-fourth-quarter-profit-tumbles-71-2013-10-22?reflink=MW_news_stmp
So glad the VPs were walked out
So glad the VPs were walked out. I have been with UOPX several years and they are all big headed. They are a click. How does it feel to lose your salary and start from the bottom...hahahahahahahaha.....
Was anyone touched at your campus? Not at mine
Was anyone touched at your campus? Not at mine. I am in Miami.
There will be 6 large metroplexes
There will be 6 large metroplexes. Locations that are still able to recruit students will be learning centers. This means they need 6 strong teams. Will learn more in November. This is what should have been done 2 years ago. They thought they could... — read more
Columbus will see MH or LM
Columbus will see MH or LM
To Anon(IT),thanks and Have a nice day :) No wonder you don't have a job... Idiot
To Anon(IT),thanks and Have a nice day :) No wonder you don't have a job... Idiot
to Anon.
to Anon.. thanks, I will try to lay off the kool aid (!) Nice response, is that REALLY the best that you can do?
what about the stupid enrollment counselors in ADG who are making 120k thanks to the Mueller days
what about the stupid enrollment counselors in ADG who are making 120k thanks to the Mueller days. Somebody needs to lay them off. are they still there?
To Arizona, no more Kool Aid for you.
To Arizona, no more Kool Aid for you.
You know the MOST embarrassing thing I see here is the poor language and bad attitudes from "fellow employees"
You know the MOST embarrassing thing I see here is the poor language and bad attitudes from "fellow employees". Way to represent the values guys, if you hate the company that much just leave.. please. I work for UOP and do I have a job tomorrow? I am... — read more
Yay Yay I love to flash mob with all the dumbasses in SD
Yay Yay I love to flash mob with all the dumbasses in SD. Make sure you wear your red socks so leadership can send those photos to Phoenic becuz you know how the boys like to sashay. LMAO. Look at YouTube for these morons.
The reports I have just read note that there are going to be a total of 800 layoffs nationwide
The reports I have just read note that there are going to be a total of 800 layoffs nationwide. 300 hundred will be here in AZ. The Nogales area will be shut down. I did not see anyone in the East Division get walked out today.
One of the best leaders Vince was walked out today
One of the best leaders Vince was walked out today. What kind of place has this become.