Strategic Goal

Learners

Employers

Educators

1.

Enhance alignment of student learning outcomes with emerging industry needs

Enhanced employability. Increased

satisfaction with program/institution. Stronger foundation for career success.

Higher quality  new employee talent pool.

Less need for baseline training.

Increased satisfaction with higher education.

Increased enrollment

from referrals. Additional potential for employer support. Enhanced public support

2.

Increase enrollment in IT programs and improve student success in obtaining an initial IT job

Expanded choice set for solid career pathways.

Enhanced motivation and academic success.

Higher levels of career success and satisfaction

Greater numbers and diversity of talent pool. Talent and interests better aligned with roles. Improved employee job satisfaction and retention.

Increased enrollment from broader interest in IT careers. Increased diversity from focused outreach efforts. Higher retention and graduation rates.

3.

Improve initial job success and career advancement of IT grads from affiliated programs

Improved career advancement prospects.

Improved professional network.

Enhanced competencies.

Employees who take greater responsibility for their effectiveness and development as they better understand the business context.

Greater loyalty to institutions.

Continuing education enrollment in academic and noncredit programs.

4.

Improve current employee and enterprise performance through innovative continuing education opportunities and  applied research

Improved on-the-job performance Career progression. Enhanced job satisfaction.

Improved employee performance.
Better decision making. Lower cost for answers.

Increased revenue for CE/CT through Advance IT Mn partnerships. Enhanced image. Improved curriculum and faculty expertise.

5.

Foster leadership, coordination, and support for IT workforce initiatives at regional and state level

Greater access to a variety of learning and career programs Other benefits similar to those listed above

Increased opportunities and “fit” for community involvement activities Other benefits similar to above

Expanded partnerships with community and business organizations Enhanced community image
Mission fulfillment