By partnering with us, you can tap into our expertise to design innovative, accessible, and career-focused learning experiences that set students up for success. Explore our processes below.

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Thinking about launching a new degree or course but not sure if there’s a market to support it? Regardless of whether your question is for an online or on campus offering, we provide actionable insights to help you make informed decisions. Our market research includes:

  • Program demand analysis
  • Competitor benchmarking
  • Employment trend insights



How to Get Started

  1. 15 minutes: Retrieve relevant CIP Code(s).

    (Not sure what a CIP Code is? Use the NCES CIP Code Search tool. See CIP FAQs for more info.)

     
  2. 20-30 minutes: Fill out the Academic Market Research Request Form.

     



Timeline: Once your form is submitted, please allow at least two weeks for research completion. Turnaround times may vary depending on the volume of projects in our queue.

For questions, contact us at officeofonlineprograms@njit.edu.

Proposing a New Fully Online Program or Certificate

Looking to create a new online program or convert an existing one? Our proposal process ensures your program:

  • Aligns with NJIT’s institutional goals
  • Meets rigorous online education standards
  • Offers an engaging and high-quality learning experience



How It Works

Our proposal process is divided into two phases:

1.  Pre-Proposal

Submit a Pre-Proposal Form to outline the initial concept. This phase ensures alignment with strategic priorities and helps evaluate feasibility.



Please give a 2-3 week turnaround time, which depends on the volume of submissions. The pre-proposal will go through high level analysis of the data. If it aligns with institutional goals, applicants continue on to the next proposal phase. 



2.  Program Proposal

Develop a detailed program outline, including:

  • Proposed learning outcomes
  • Target audience
  • Curriculum structure and course carousel
  • Marketing and support needs

 

Need Assistance?

If you’re unsure how to answer a question or need clarification, contact the Office of Online Programs for support.