Are the MS Career Pathways finalized?
No. In the spring of 2007, the current job market in Mississippi will be re-analyzed to determine what courses should be developed to provide industry with highly skilled workers. The Department of Labor information for Mississippi and other qualitative and quantitative research will be used to determine what industry-specific credentials, knowledge, and skills are needed for work entry, community college entry, and IHL entry in Mississippi. Mississippi Career Pathways and courses may be changed based on this research. In the spring of 2006, an Advisory Committee for each pathway will be developed. This Advisory Committee will consist of industry members, Community College administration and faculty, Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) administration and faculty, secondary administrators, and secondary academic and vocational teachers. Data from the Mississippi Economic Council, Mississippi Manufacturing Association, nomination forms, and other resources will be used to develop this
