Our Strategic Directions 2026-2031
Objective 1: Developing Virginia’s Talent
Strategic Direction
BRCC will ensure that the credentials we are offering align with local employer needs.
Recommended Course of Action:
- BRCC will comprehensively review the credentials we are offering; add, edit, or discontinue credentials to ensure optimal alignment with local employer needs.
- BRCC will work with community partners to develop new programs, apprenticeship and internship training opportunities to meet regional needs.
- BRCC will continue to monitor and utilize available funding sources to intentionally develop training and credentials.
- BRCC will incorporate training on AI and its proper use in research and the workplace to empower students to see AI as an advanced workplace skill.
- BRCC will equip learners with career ready technical and communication skills needed for business and industry.
Objective 2: Reaching More Virginians
Strategic Direction
BRCC will attract and engage people from the community whose lives and career aspirations could be improved with a course, credential, or degree from BRCC
Recommended Course of Action:
- BRCC will offer accelerated career pathways and flexible course offerings to attract a broad population of learners.
- BRCC will design programs, training, and credentials that ethically integrate AI and interpersonal skills that are relevant to business and industry to attract more Virginians.
- BRCC will strategically engage with the community to reach adult learners seeking a career change.
- BRCC will be a proactive partner in supporting the goals of the VCCS 2024 – 2030 Statewide Strategic Plan, Accelerate Opportunity.
Objective 3: Delivering Education to Today’s Learners: Foster employee development for changing instructional practices
Strategic Direction
BRCC will increase engagement in professional development opportunities to advance BRCC as a cutting-edge service provider.
Recommended Course of Action
- BRCC will train its employees in the appropriate, ethical use of AI that benefits learning and enhances industry solutions.
- BRCC will train teaching faculty in methods to accommodate a variety of course modalities and class times, convenient for the 21st century student.
- BRCC will provide comprehensive professional development opportunities for all employees.
Objective 4: Supporting Today’s Learners
Strategic Direction
BRCC will increase usage of all services to support student retention and completion.
Recommended Course of Action
- BRCC will identify and address communication gaps to better inform students about where to go when they are experiencing challenges.
- BRCC will identify barriers to student success, both academic and non-academic, and tailor services accordingly.