University of Phoenix Leaders to Discuss Competency-Based Education at CBExchange

University of Phoenix leaders Marc Booker and Justin Hallock are scheduled to present at CBExchange 2026, an event focused on advancing skills-based and competency-driven approaches in education and work. The conference takes place from September 30 to October 3 in Orlando, Florida.

Their session, titled "Creating 5,000 CBE Graduates in 6 Years," will occur on October 3. It will detail how the university built and scaled its competency-based education (CBE) ecosystem. This system has supported over 5,000 graduates by aligning academic, operational, technology, and data functions.

"Competency-based education can create more flexible pathways for learners to demonstrate their skills and knowledge while progressing toward their educational goals," stated Marc Booker. He emphasized that scaling CBE effectively requires strong collaboration across academic, operational, and technology teams, alongside a commitment to supporting learners.

The university highlights its CBE offerings as flexible pathways that align learning with career goals and workforce needs. University of Phoenix has also published a white paper detailing lessons learned from designing and implementing CBE programs, contributing to broader discussions on skills-focused learning models.