Survey Demonstrates the Value of a Colorado Tech Online Education
By an overwhelmingly wide margin, employers that have Colorado Technical University Online alumni on the payroll agree that CTU Online grads have all the skills needed to succeed in today’s ultra-competitive, knowledge-based workplace. According to a recent survey conducted by CTU Online’s Career Services Department, the surveyed employers believe that their employees who received degrees from CTU Online possess the skills to be successful in the workplace.
The survey asked employers to evaluate the career-preparedness demonstrated by their CTU Online graduates. The respondents were queried about a range of workplace skills such as information technology, oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team.
Several key indicators stand out among the survey’s findings. Most notable are the facts that 96% of the employers agreed that Colorado Technical University Online grads have the appropriate problem-solving and reasoning abilities to be a success in the workforce, and that 95% of the respondents indicated that CTU Online alumni have the information technology skills necessary to fulfill company requirements. Additionally, the employers indicated that they either “strongly agree” or “agree” with the statements listed below by the following margins:
* 94% indicated that CTU Online alumni possess the oral communication skills expected by their employer
* 95% indicated that CTU Online alumni possess the written communication skills expected by their employer
* 95% indicated that CTU Online alumni have a practical understanding of group dynamics and teamwork
* 94% indicated that CTU Online alumni demonstrate an awareness of cultural diversity and are able to work efficiently and effectively in a diverse environment
“CTU offers a well-rounded curriculum that helps students develop problem-solving, reasoning, and communication skills, and the survey results show just how important these qualities are to employers,” said Dr. Wallace Pond, Chancellor of Colorado Technical University Online.
As ever-increasing numbers of students discover the accessibility and flexibility of online education programs, employers are taking note of the sea change. By any measure, the survey demonstrates that today’s employers value real-world education delivered by the most technologically-effective means available – just as provided by Colorado Technical University through its online campus.
In fact, Eduventures, a leading research and consulting firm for the education industry, reports that by next year, one in 10 college students will be enrolled in online courses. This trend will, no doubt, lead an ever-increasing percentage of the workforce that has acquired its education credentials through an online university.
“We are quite proud that employers recognize the value of an online education and hold our graduates in such high regard,” said Dr. Pond. “As more and more students turn to online education programs, we look forward to preparing students with the skills needed for career success and rewarding lives.”
Survey Methodology
During the third week of August 2007, Colorado Technical University conducted an email survey among CTU Online graduates asking them to evaluate how well CTU Online had prepared them for their careers. A follow-up email survey was sent to the employers and managers of the CTU alumni who participated in the first round, asking them to evaluate their employees. 152 employers/managers across the country responded to the survey.
About Colorado Technical University
Since 1965, Colorado Technical University (CTU) – an institution of higher learning that provides a career-oriented education by teaching applied industry programs – has given students a pathway towards personal, academic, and professional career advancement. CTU offers degree programs at the Associate, Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral levels in a wide range of fields. For additional information on CTU, visit www.coloradotech.edu. Through its web-based virtual campus, Colorado Technical University Online, CTU also offers 100% online degree programs. For more information on CTU Online, please visit www.ctuonline.edu. Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association.