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Models for Education/Business Relationships: Focus on new approach to advisory committees/ DMA Support Dr. Jim Varty November 7, 2014.

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1 Models for Education/Business Relationships: Focus on new approach to advisory committees/ DMA Support Dr. Jim Varty November 7, 2014

2 A Historical Perspective on Education/Industry Partnering A Business/Industry Perspective – When times are good, industry needs people and tends to spend $$$ entering into partnerships with education – Often these tend to be long range initiatives with little/no immediate results – From an industry perspective, education is plodding and unable to adapt quickly enough to immediate needs for trained people.

3 A Historical Perspective on Education/Industry Partnering – When times are bad, both internal training/educational partnering are first to go – Education/training liaisons tend to be reassigned never to return. – Conclusions: Industry creates its own initiatives at considerable expense. Only infrequently do they know about, identify and use existing networks. Today, Industry is much leaner. As a result it has less time to work with educators.

4 A Historical Perspective on Education/Industry Partnering An Educational Perspective – Most educators are not students of industry – Educators find it hard to get a clear picture of job opportunities/skill requirements – Very few companies can provide a critical mass for educational enrichment – Educators understand the importance of experience, but opportunities for tours/job shadowing/internships are generally difficult to come by

5 The Traditional Role of Advisory Committees They have been required for many years in vocational legislation. Difficult to identify right folks from industry. Since local meetings are held only once a year, often hard to provide educational program background to committee and have time for in depth discussion of industry perspectives. Effectiveness is questionable.

6 A New Perspective Are we looking in the wrong places for our advisory membership? Might we have access to advisory support through the parents of students and their colleagues. – Have a vested interest in the program and institution – Can serve as the network to their colleagues – Are normally aware of course objectives – Can become partners in instruction, providing continued support – Requires a clear idea of support needed

7 The Role of the DMA DMA was established as a conduit for career information DMA has developed industry contacts and networks that individual educators can use to address specific issues DMA understands education and industry DMA is providing support to MAT2, WIN, Asbe for industry tours, DHD, Program Consultation, etc. DMA has over 25 years experience and is willing to consult with any educational institution.


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