Outcome Assessments
iWIL programs are designed to develop or enhance the following outcomes for all four stakeholders: Students; Employers; University/Colleges; Society. Continuous assessment of the level of achievement of each provides quality assurance and offers road markers to our mission.
Student Outcomes
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Academic
- Ability to Integrate Classroom Theory with Workplace Practice
- Clarity about Academic Goals
- Academic Motivation
- Technical Knowledge Through Use of State-of-the-Art Equipment
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Professional
- Understanding of Workplace Culture
- Workplace Competencies
- New or Advanced Skills
- Career Management
- Professional Network
- After-Graduation Employment Opportunities
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Personal
- Maturity
- Determination of Strengths & Weaknesses
- Development/Enhancement of Interpersonal Skills
- Productive and Responsible Citizenship Skills
- Lifelong Learning Skills
Employer Outcomes
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Well-prepared Short-term Employees
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Flexibility to Address Human Resource Needs
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Cost-effective Long-term Recruitment and Retention
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Access to Candidates with Sought-after Skills and/or Background
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Increased Staff Diversity
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Partnerships with Academic Programs
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Input on Quality and Relevance of School's Curricula
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Cost-effective Productivity
Colleges and University Outcomes
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Retention of Career Oriented Students
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Wider Range of Learning Opportunities for Students
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Enriched Curriculum
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Enhanced Reputation in the Employment Community
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Improved Rate of Employment of Graduates
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Increased Alumni Participation (hires students, contribute money, etc.)
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Partnerships with Business, Government and Community Organizations
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Increased External Support by Corporations, Foundations & Government Grants
Societal Outcomes
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Established Model for Workforce Preparedness
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Productive and Responsible Citizens
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Industry-Education Partnership