Respondents more involved in the credentialing process were generally lesslikely to say institutionally offered microcredentials are extremely or very effec-tive in competing with those offered by emerging entities, while respondentsnot at all involved were most likely to say they are extremely or very effective.

How involved are you in the process of developing and implementingcredentialing initiatives, such as stackable credentials, non-credit to credit pathways,and microcredentials, among others, at your institution?

When credential innovation is em-bedded within an institution’s strategic plan, programs are not only betteraligned with mission and goals but also more likely to deliver fiscal benefitsand effectively compete with other providers. The growing emphasis on work-force development and professional advancement signals a shift towardoutcome-driven design, positioning microcredentials as an important bridgebetween education and employment. Institutions that intentionally embedthese initiatives into their strategic priorities and collaborate closely with in-dustry partners will be best positioned to deliver programs that are bothmission-aligned and market-relevant.Executive Summary

Our vision is for members of the UMBC community to amass hundreds of microcredentials throughout their careers

It’s not available to everyone, but a senior leadership who is vocal about lifelong learning can give you greater access to open doors, and people will take it more seriously. Time is never wasted with senior leadership and demonstrating the long-term interest for the institution, communities and companies we serve.