This document describes customized, employer-specific training programs for incumbent workers and new hires operated in 45 states. Unlike federal programs, state programs are economic tools to attract and retain jobs; are employer-, not worker-centered; have few requirements for targeting individuals; and train incumbent workers for new jobs or…

Describes a League for Innovation in the Community College's survey of community college training programs for employees of business, industry, labor, and government. Based on responses from 73.2% of the college presidents surveyed, highlights the extent of training programs, types of training and companies served, organization and funding,…

Describes the College of DuPage's Business and Professional Institute, which emphasizes nontraditional education/training methods and support from the business and professional communities. Discusses the Institute's assumptions, implementation strategies, and analysis of applicable program models. Explains the matrix management model that was…