- Description
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Founded in 1956, the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) is an association of nonprofit independent colleges and universities, state-based councils, and higher education affiliates that works to support college and university leadership, advance institutional excellence, and enhance public understanding of independent higher education’s contributions to society.
CIC is the major national organization that focuses on providing services to leaders of independent colleges and universities and state-based councils. CIC offers conferences, seminars, publications, and other programs and services that help institutions improve educational quality, administrative and financial performance, student outcomes, and institutional visibility.
CIC and Riipen have joined forces in a multi-year work-based learning initiative to benefit 25 member institutions. This collaboration will integrate work-based learning opportunities into up to 375 courses led by 125 faculty members and impacting up to 11,250 students.
- Portal website
- https://learn.riipen.com/cic-wbl
Subportals experiences
Strategic Marketing Plan Development for Heritage Sites
BUS-2502-01
This experience involves a team of learners from a marketing management course applying their skills to create a comprehensive marketing plan for the Hadley Farm Museum. Learners will utilize their knowledge in SWOT analysis, market segmentation, competitor analysis, and promotional strategies to develop actionable insights and strategies. The objective is to provide learners with practical experience in crafting marketing plans that can enhance the visibility and engagement of heritage sites.
TESOL Methodology and Assessment
ENGL 3241
This experience invites industry professionals to collaborate with learners who are exploring the methodologies and assessments used in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Learners are equipped with the skills to design effective language curricula and evaluate diverse assessment tools. By engaging in this experience, learners can apply their classroom knowledge to real-world projects, focusing on enhancing language instruction in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. This collaboration aims to bridge academic learning with practical application, offering innovative solutions to language instruction challenges.
The Art of the Interview: Engaging in Real-World Conversations
INQ 260-CO
Roanoke College invites employers to collaborate with students enrolled in "The Art of the Interview," a course designed to develop essential interviewing skills and qualitative research techniques. Students will gain hands-on experience in crafting questions, conducting interviews, analyzing qualitative data, summarizing findings, and providing professional reports—all while applying ethical practices. By partnering with learners, employers can leverage fresh perspectives and creative insights that will benefit their projects. Employers are expected to maintain regular communication with students, provide guidance, and ensure that all relevant information is shared throughout the project. Additionally, employers should be virtually present during the final presentation to provide constructive feedback on the learners' work.
Business Management Skills in Practice
MGMT 225
This project is for students on the Bronx campus of Mercy University. This experience focuses on equipping learners with the essential management skills required to thrive in both local and global markets. Participants will gain insights into environmental awareness, group dynamics, and organizational skills, applying sound management principles to real-world scenarios. Learners will be able to define management functions, understand ethical behavior, and discuss strategies for addressing environmental issues. They will also analyze managerial theories and assess organizational efforts, preparing them to tackle industry-relevant projects.