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Wendy · 21 Jan 2025
Sales Executive
I’ve been eyeing a professional certification that could really add value to my role, but the cost is pretty steep. 💸 I’m wondering how to approach my company to sponsor it—like, how do I frame it so they see it as an investment rather than just an expense? Should I prepare a proposal or just casually bring it up with my manager? Anyone successfully gotten their company to cover certification costs?
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Krystal Lim · 21 Jan 2025
I’d say start by casually mentioning it to your manager, just to get a feel for how they might respond. If they seem open to it, then you can put together a small proposal showing how the certification will benefit both you and the company. Make it clear that it’s an investment that will pay off in the long run
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Nur Aliyah Aiman · 21 Jan 2025
Maybe bring it up casually first with your manager to see how they react. If they’re on board, then you can follow up with a more formal proposal, explaining how the cert will make you more valuable to the team. Frame it like you’re investing in skills that’ll directly help the company.
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