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  • Schedule a Consultation
  • Contact Us

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  • Market Analysis
  • Budget Planning
  • Academic Approval
  • Curriculum Design
  • Course Production
  • UDL/Accessibility
  • Microcredentials

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Market Analysis

Market Analysis

OPDM provides access to Lightcast Analyst, a leading market intelligence platform used across higher education. The platform aggregates data from trusted sources, including IPEDS, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and national job posting databases.

With Lightcast, you can explore:

  • Job demand trends by region and occupation
  • Salary benchmarks and career outcomes
  • Employer hiring patterns and skill needs
  • Existing academic program supply and competition
  • Easily exportable standard reports or the ability to customize various data selections

This level of insight strengthens your proposal and ensures your program is grounded in credible, current data. 
 

Start Your Market Analysis

Connect with OPDM to determine the best approach for your program and begin building a data-informed foundation.

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What Should a Market Analysis Include?

A strong market analysis proves your program is viable, sustainable, competitive, and built for the right audience.

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