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Short-Term Credentials: What College Leaders Should Know

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As short-term credentials gain traction, higher ed leaders face a critical question: Are these programs truly cost-effective and accessible—or just shorter?

In this episode, Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Jinann Bitar, Director of Higher Ed Research and Data Analytics at Education Trust, about the cost-efficiency, accessibility, and policy implications of short-term credential programs.

They discuss new research on program affordability, disparities across states and industries, and the limited long-term earnings data available. Jinann shares what institutions need to consider before integrating short-term credentials into their academic portfolios and how leaders can ensure these programs support—not undermine—student success.

Topics Covered:

  • Are short-term credentials really affordable?

  • How their costs compare to traditional academic programs

  • State-level enrollment trends and policy drivers

  • Gaps in ROI and earnings data

  • Why stackable credentials matter

  • How presidents and boards should approach academic restructuring

Three Takeaways for College Leaders:

  1. Use data to guide program decisions

  2. Collaborate with external partners to align with labor market needs

  3. Design short-term programs that meet the expectations of today’s learners

This conversation is especially relevant for institutions exploring academic realignment, workforce partnerships, or strategic planning initiatives.

Read the transcript at https://changinghighered.com/what-college-leaders-must-know-about-short-term-credentials/

#HigherEducation #ShortTermCredentials #HigherEducationPodcast

Guest: Jinann Bitar, Director of Higher Education Research and Data Analytics, Education Trust

Host: Dr. Drumm McNaughton, Higher Education Consultant and CEO of The Change Leader

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262 episodes

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As short-term credentials gain traction, higher ed leaders face a critical question: Are these programs truly cost-effective and accessible—or just shorter?

In this episode, Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Jinann Bitar, Director of Higher Ed Research and Data Analytics at Education Trust, about the cost-efficiency, accessibility, and policy implications of short-term credential programs.

They discuss new research on program affordability, disparities across states and industries, and the limited long-term earnings data available. Jinann shares what institutions need to consider before integrating short-term credentials into their academic portfolios and how leaders can ensure these programs support—not undermine—student success.

Topics Covered:

  • Are short-term credentials really affordable?

  • How their costs compare to traditional academic programs

  • State-level enrollment trends and policy drivers

  • Gaps in ROI and earnings data

  • Why stackable credentials matter

  • How presidents and boards should approach academic restructuring

Three Takeaways for College Leaders:

  1. Use data to guide program decisions

  2. Collaborate with external partners to align with labor market needs

  3. Design short-term programs that meet the expectations of today’s learners

This conversation is especially relevant for institutions exploring academic realignment, workforce partnerships, or strategic planning initiatives.

Read the transcript at https://changinghighered.com/what-college-leaders-must-know-about-short-term-credentials/

#HigherEducation #ShortTermCredentials #HigherEducationPodcast

Guest: Jinann Bitar, Director of Higher Education Research and Data Analytics, Education Trust

Host: Dr. Drumm McNaughton, Higher Education Consultant and CEO of The Change Leader

  continue reading

262 episodes

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