Why is GK Polaris subscription a great choice for your organization?

(IT) Professionals must constantly keep their knowledge up to date. Those who do not, get left behind.

Why is it so important to stay up to date? There are several reasons for this.

First of all, technology is constantly evolving at an ever-faster rate. Consider this example: you’re working with vSphere 6.0, but VMware declares that the version is approaching its end-of-life. Then it’s time to upgrade. If you don't upgrade, it can have major consequences for your organization. But upgrading with insufficient knowledge can be even more disastrous!

Second, you’re more likely to make mistakes if you lack the right knowledge. Data leaks certainly don't add any fun to your working life, do they?

Finally, a training with plenty of challenges thrown in, is refreshing and inspiring. You see your work in a new light - and we can all use some variety in the present times.

Now, if you’re convinced that you should constantly keep learning, a training subscription is a great option.

With GK Polaris, there’s unlimited knowledge to be gained. Unlike a classroom training, your learning doesn’t end with the training course. You retain access to what you’ve learnt, and you can continue to develop yourself with other training material. After you complete a training, you can select and book the next one.

This way, you’ll stay up to date with latest technologies and continue to work effectively, making your work life successful and stimulating.

GK Polaris

You regularly read about GK Polaris on our website, social media, and newsletters. But what exactly is GK Polaris? Why is it right for your organization? Here we answer 3 frequently asked questions about GK Polaris.

1. What is GK Polaris?

GK Polaris is an unlimited training subscription offered by Global Knowledge. With GK Polaris, you get unlimited access to Virtual Classroom training, on-demand training, certification preparation, IT challenges, training videos, and lots of learning material for a fixed amount per year. You read that right—unlimited training, for a fixed amount per year!

2. Which are the available plans under GK Polaris?

GK Polaris has three different plans: Launch, Accelerate and Discovery.

GK Polaris Launch gives you access to more than 220 on-demand training courses from our partner platform Develop. Learn about different project management methods, write your first code in Python or C#, update your cloud knowledge, and create your first project in Microsoft Project 2019 - all with the Launch plan.

With GK Polaris Accelerate, you learn through IT Challenges in real lab environments of Microsoft Azure, Linux, and Amazon Web Services. You also get access to preparation material for AWS, Microsoft, and Google Cloud Platform certifications. You learn through exercises, videos, and also get access to all the content from the Launch plan.

Lastly, there is GK Polaris Discovery, the most comprehensive subscription. With Discovery, you can follow unlimited Virtual Classroom trainings under the guidance of a trainer for a year. You have contact with other students, do assignments in technical labs, and receive the same course material as with a classroom training. In addition, the Launch subscription is included.

3. Which plan is best suited for you?

GK Polaris Launch is perfect for professionals without IT experience. You can use this plan to gain basic knowledge about business and IT. Launch is also a good starting point if you want to cross skill in another field.

GK Polaris Accelerate is perfect for those IT professionals who prefer to learn at their own pace. If you like learning on your own at a time that suits you, Accelerate is the plan for you. The IT Pro Challenges included in the plan are perfectly suited for self-learning. In addition, Accelerate is the perfect preparation for a certification – once you acquire the necessary knowledge, all you have to do is book the exam.

GK Polaris Discovery is for those IT professionals who learn the most in a classroom environment. And it’s also a good match for you if you want to get a certification. For example, if you’re aiming at achieving multiple certifications from Microsoft this year, you can easily follow all the training you need for a fixed amount per year. You can find an overview of all the trainings available under GK Polaris Discovery on this page.

Want to know more?

Want to know more about GK Polaris and the different subscription types? Click on the button below to get a handy overview of the different subscriptions. Is your question not answered on this page? Please do not hesitate to contact us via info@globalknowledge.nl or via chat.