Orientation: Business & Industry Leadership Team (BILT) at NOVA Community College

Shaping the Workforce of Tomorrow — Together with Industry

Introduction: Shahpar Islam

Assistant Professor (NOVA IET), Department Chair (WO), Program Head - Cloud Computing, NOVA Workforce AWS Advisor, Rio Salado College - AWS Program Advisor and Adjunct Faculty, Amazon Authorized Instructor (Current ATP: NetCom), DS@GT - ARC (NOVA Chapter)

NVCC Cloud Computing

Our Cloud Computing program is meticulously crafted to meet the evolving demands of the tech industry. Through direct collaboration with the Business & Industry Leadership Team since 2023-24, we ensure our curriculum remains cutting-edge and relevant.

Industry-Aligned Curriculum

Developed with BILT input to reflect real-world employer needs.

Certification Readiness

Prepares students for leading certifications from AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.

Hands-On Skills

Focus on practical application to ensure graduates are job-ready from day one.

NVCC Cloud Computing: Staying Ahead with BILT

What is the BILT Model?

Advisory Committee 2.0

The Business & Industry Leadership Team (BILT) Model is a nationally recognized framework that transforms traditional advisory committees into powerful co-leadership partnerships between employers and colleges.

Advisory Committee 2.0

Takes employer relationships to the next level

Structured & Repeatable

Works across any technical program

Co-Leadership

Employers take an active, co-ownership role

Two Roles, One Shared Mission

Industry

Business SMEs — Industry Co-Leaders

  • Co-lead technical programs alongside faculty
  • Prioritize KSAs graduates need 12–36 months into the future via structured electronic voting
  • Predict Labor Market Demand to keep programs ahead of industry shifts
  • Share emerging industry trends at dedicated meetings
Academia

Faculty SMEs — Curriculum Champions

  • Attend KSA meetings as active listeners and questioners
  • Cross-reference KSAs to existing curriculum to identify gaps
  • Diligently update curriculum to address employer-identified needs
  • Provide feedback to businesses on implementation
  • Continually build and strengthen employer relationships

BILT - Faculty Meeting

The Essential Element: Co-Leadership

Employers are more likely to hire graduates from programs for which they have curricular leadership responsibility.

Time Respected

Structured, efficient meetings designed around your schedule

Clear Method

Input is consistently and seriously considered by faculty

Feedback Loop

You receive direct updates on how your recommendations were implemented

The BILT Annual Cycle

A structured, 7-step cycle that keeps industry and education in continuous alignment.

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1

Recruit BILT Members

Add 1–2 new employers annually

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2

Orientation

Welcome new members, set expectations

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3

KSA Analysis Meeting

Employers prioritize workforce-ready KSAs

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4

Cross-Reference Process

Faculty map KSAs to existing curriculum

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5

Feedback Meeting

Faculty report planned course changes

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6

Trends Meeting

Emerging industry trends discussion

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7

Expand Engagement

Work-based learning, guest speakers, adjunct faculty

Annual BILT Meetings at a Glance

Emphasis is on growing a pipeline of right-skilled job candidates — efficiently and consistently. Just 4 hours per year of your time, maximum impact.

BILT Annual Meeting Timeline

A detailed look at the BILT annual meeting schedule, designed to optimize industry and academic collaboration, starting July 2026 and concluding by December 2026.

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July 17, 2026

Orientation Meeting

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August 1, 2026

KSA Analysis Meeting


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October 1, 2026

Faculty Cross-reference KSA Review

4

November 1, 2026

Feedback Meeting

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December 1, 2026

Trends Meeting

BILT Drives Innovation: Real Results

NOVA Community College demonstrates what BILT-powered programs can achieve:

Cloud Computing AAS enrollment comparison before and after implementing BILT

BILT Members with students graduated from NOVA IET

NOVA - AWS Data Center

The Value of BILT for Industry Partners

Foster Partnerships

Direct bridge between your organization and higher education

Focus Curriculum

Target the right skills — no more mismatched graduates

Gauge Certifications

Evaluate the real-world value of industry credentials

Industry Forecasting

Your voice shapes the direction of future programs

Active Co-Leadership

Members who feel invested deliver results that show

Developing the Talent Pipeline

BILT connects industry leaders and college faculty to build real pathways — from classroom to career.

Questions? Let's Connect

We welcome your inquiries and look forward to discussing how BILT can empower your organization.

Prof. Shahpar Islam

Department Chair - NOVA Community College (Woodbridge Campus)

sislam1@nvcc.edu

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