Description
The Community College of Aurora (CCA) is seeking a consultant or firm to develop a comprehensive strategy for workforce and career readiness, as well as a Corporate College model. The selected partner will collaborate with CCA to design and implement a collegewide approach that aligns education with regional economic opportunity. The scope of work includes discovery and assessment, vision and strategy development, organizational design and governance, leadership and capacity building, partnership and employer engagement framework, and implementation roadmap and performance measures. The project aims to improve student employment, wage gains, credential attainment, employer satisfaction, and equity gap reduction. Key deliverables include a comprehensive findings report, strategic framework, organizational structure and governance model, leadership and professional development plan, partnership and engagement framework, and final report and presentation.
• Key goals and objectives:
• Define and align CCA's workforce readiness and Corporate College vision with institutional mission, state and regional workforce priorities, and labor market analysis.
• Develop a scalable, sustainable framework for flexible, stackable, employer-informed pathways.
• Establish a partnership and engagement model for employers, workforce boards, community-based organizations, and economic development entities.
• Create a phased implementation roadmap with timelines, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and an evaluation plan to measure progress and outcomes.