UC UPDATE – Sept. 2014
UC Programs & Services
APG – Cybersecurity Certificate Program with UMBC Training
Center to launch Oct. 2014
APG – Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity with Johns Hopkins
University to launch Summer 2014
Continued exploration regarding MBA
Student Learner Support Services – October 2014
– Food/Coffee Services
– Career/Success Coaching
– Career Networking Opportunities
– On-Site book & class materials pick-up
Business Development & Resources
– UC specific website
– BH2.0 Business Horizons Event
Event Highlights and Feedback
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High level of interest from participants in future Business Horizon events
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High need for bilingual skills across technology workforce and for senior
level talent
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Small business needs alternative scheduling for education & training
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Possible areas of growth/expansion for UC include a remote/mobile
component, an open lab space for technology play/exploration, on-demand
education/training, career exploration & internship opportunities & program
development to support healthcare industry and construction management
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Collaboration across business is key
UC Facility
Lounge space near completion
Collecting bids on technology upgrades
inclusive of new projectors, smart boards,
air media & multi-cable connections in all
classrooms
Repairs to roof, exterior walls, sealing
windows & dome & landscaping updates
Exploring uses for existing wet-lab space
UC Finances
Impact of Towson move – Loss of 50K in
classroom rental and $150K in FTE
funding from MHEC
Shift to HCC in-kind support only meaning
UC funded by MHEC and revenue
generation only
Greater focus on revenue generation from
business and facility use
Need for more business and university
partners to drive revenue
Marketing/Outreach
Summer Specials for facilities use
BH2.0 Event Series
Summer Open House – joint effort with
increased attendance but will be moving
toward virtual open house format and online information sessions
Increased focus on social & digital media
with targeted radio, APG, print &
specialized outreach