Get Career Ready with IBM SkillsBuild

Through a partnership between Memorial University’s Centre for Analytics, Informatics and Research (CAIR) and IBM Canada, residents of Newfoundland and Labrador aged 18 and older can now access IBM SkillsBuild — a free, digital learning platform designed to help learners develop essential technology and professional skills for today’s job market.

IBM SkillsBuild provides open access to more than 1,000 online, self-paced courses across a variety of fields, from information technology to communication and leadership. Whether you’re an adult learner, job seeker, student, or professional looking to reskill or upskill, this program offers flexible pathways to help you grow your expertise and gain industry-recognized IBM digital credentials.

What Makes SkillsBuild Unique

• Over 1,000 free online courses aligned with in-demand career pathways (such as cybersecurity, IT support, and data management)

• Training on professional workplace skills like communication, collaboration, and problem-solving

• IBM-branded digital credentials upon course or pathway completion

• Opportunities for 1:1 career coaching and access to Career Conversations with industry experts

• Free access to job fairs, mentorship, and portfolio-building projects through partner organizations

IBM SkillsBuild supports inclusive learning and prioritizes access for underrepresented communities in technology, including women, newcomers, veterans, and economically disadvantaged groups.

How to Get Started

Registration is open to anyone aged 18 or older living in Newfoundland and Labrador — no MUN email required.

Register now through Memorial’s official SkillsBuild link.

Explore the SkillsBuild course catalog.

Need Help?

For questions or support, contact:

Bev Morgan, bevmorgan@mun.ca, 709-864-6614 or Andrea Kavanagh, andreak@mun.ca, 709-864-6442

About the Partnership

Memorial University and IBM Canada have joined forces to expand access to digital skill development across Newfoundland and Labrador. This collaboration reflects Memorial’s commitment to lifelong learning, accessible education, and workforce readiness — helping residents gain practical skills that translate into real-world opportunities.