College of Technology

Career Outlook

The need to train and develop employees spans across every industry and employment sector. As new technologies emerge, and older workers leave the workforce, there will be an expanded need for Learning Designers to create sound curricula and development programs. Over the next several years, the need for Training and Development Specialistsⁱ and Instructional Coordinatorsⁱⁱ is expected increase much faster than average (23%).

A Master’s degree is quickly becoming the industry standard. According to ASTD’s 2011 Salary Surveyⁱⁱⁱ, 45% of all Learning & Development professionals hold a Master’s degree, compared to only 24% with a Bachelor’s degree. The survey finds that we should expect higher salaries with higher levels of education, on average, and that “Postgraduate training and degrees make the most difference.”

Learning Design Masters of Education program prepares students to assume learning leadership roles in diverse organizations. These may include positions such as:

• Learning Designers
• eLearning Developers
• Curriculum Designers
• Instructional Design and Technology Specialists
• Training Managers
• Proposal Coordinators
• Higher Education Lecturers and Instructors

Take a look at some of our alumni positions and what our recent alumni say about the Learning Design Program. Then, request additional information or apply today!

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ⁱBureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition. http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes131151.htm
ⁱⁱBureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos269.htm
ⁱⁱⁱMohindra, Amit B. “The 2011 ASTD Salary Survey”. American Society for Training and Development. T & D Magazine. August, 2011.