Valerie Black Valerie Black Editor of business, management, and leadership topics at edX Expertise Communication MBA degrees Business Leadership Management Media writing Show MoreEducation MA in communications management, Webster University BA in mass media arts, Hampton University Accomplishments SQL - certified IBM - certified About me Valerie Black has over 15 years of experience as a professor, 10 years as a journalist, and over three years as an education tech editor. Her focus is in online education, rich content, and digital storytelling. She's committed to listening and seeking people's personal stories firsthand — and helping share those stories with a wider audience. She has contributed to MBA and business careers content on Best Colleges and OnlineMBA.com. Valerie has an MA in communications management from Webster University, where her focus was on learning the business side of media. She also has a BA in mass media arts from Hampton University. My Latest Articles How to close the gender gap in AI jobsSeptember 11, 2025 What does “AI experience required” mean?May 9, 2026 The soft skills gap: What managers miss in authentic leadershipMay 8, 2026 How to audit an edX classMarch 30, 2026 What is sustainable finance?May 18, 2026 UI vs. UX designJune 12, 2025 How long does it take to get an MBA?July 31, 2025 MBA salary guideJune 25, 2025 <12>