LDI About

Response: The Learning and Development Initiative (LDI) connects people to the skills and education they need to succeed in an increasingly competitive global economy. Through a wide range of skills-based, non-degree credentials, the LDI empowers individuals and organizations to thrive through professional development. Its vibrant portfolio includes online courses, custom training, events, and workforce development programs designed to close critical skills gaps. Every offering aligns with NJIT’s mission to create pathways for lifelong learning that drive both personal and organizational success.

Response: The LDI connects learners to in-demand skills through a continuously expanding portfolio of professional learning opportunities. Offerings include non-credit microcredentials, custom corporate training, workforce development grants, and short courses designed for flexibility and accessibility. By bridging academic rigor with industry relevance, the LDI ensures that every participant develops practical, future-ready capabilities. Its programs foster lifelong learning habits that empower individuals to adapt, advance, and lead.

Response: The LDI operates around three defining characteristics that shape its identity and strategy. Future Focused: The LDI anticipates emerging trends, ensuring its offerings remain aligned with workforce and technological evolution. Learner Centered: Every course and training experience is designed around the unique needs of individual learners pursuing lifelong growth. Demand Driven: Programs respond directly to industry demand, maintaining relevance within a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environment. Together, these values ensure LDI programs remain timely, impactful, and transformative.

Response: The Learning and Development Initiative functions as the non-credit, skills-based learning business unit within the Office of the Provost at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). It represents NJIT’s formal commitment to workforce readiness, continuing education, and applied professional development. The LDI collaborates with employers, community organizations, and government agencies to meet evolving workforce needs. By extending NJIT’s educational mission beyond degree programs, the LDI serves as the bridge between academia and the world of work.

Response: The New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) is the state’s public polytechnic university and an R1 (highest) Carnegie Classification research institution. It is designated as both an Asian American and Hispanic-serving institution, reflecting its diverse and inclusive community. The New York Times ranks NJIT No. 1 nationally among public universities when prioritizing alumni earnings, mobility, and academic profile, while The Wall Street Journal ranks NJIT No. 19 overall and No. 2 among U.S. public universities. NJIT’s excellence lies at the intersection of research, innovation, and social impact.

Response: The LDI’s mission is to connect individuals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate and thrive in an ever-evolving global marketplace. It empowers learners and organizations alike through accessible, future-focused, and industry-responsive programming. Every LDI initiative reinforces NJIT’s broader vision of preparing people for meaningful participation in the economy of tomorrow. The mission emphasizes vitality, relevance, and lifelong adaptability as hallmarks of success.

Response: The LDI serves motivated professionals, inspired individuals, and ambitious organizations dedicated to continuous improvement. It welcomes learners from all industries and career stages who recognize the value of upskilling and reskilling in a rapidly changing world. Corporate partners, nonprofit leaders, and public-sector teams turn to the LDI for customized programs that align training with strategic goals. By serving diverse learners, the LDI strengthens both workforce capability and community resilience.

Response: The LDI offers learning in multiple formats to maximize accessibility and flexibility. Participants can engage in online asynchronous courses at their own pace, or join online synchronous sessions led live by NJIT instructors. Training can also take place at client locations or at NJIT’s facilities, including the main Newark campus, the downtown Newark office (494 Broad Street), and the Jersey City location. This multimodal approach ensures that learners can access training anytime, anywhere—aligned with their professional schedules and goals.