2023-2024 Academic Catalog

Institutional Goals

  1. Student Success: The college will increase total student enrollment; fall to fall student retention rates; and completion of degrees, diplomas, and certificates.
  2. Community Engagement and Business Partnerships: The college will expand community engagement and will develop partnerships with local businesses and school systems within the community.
  3. Employee Satisfaction and Workplace Environment: The college will elevate a culture of intentional collaboration, open communication, and respect for all employees that reflect the institution’s commitment to high professional standards and a collegial workplace environment.
  4. Institutional Advancement: The college will place emphasis on increasing the financial resources to support the institution and students.

Expected Educational Results

According to the vision, mission, and goals of Bladen Community College, the College expects to

  • Identify students’ weaknesses and assist students in strengthening their basic skills
  • Provide training for job skills and competencies necessary in the market place
  • Offer high school completion and community service programs in addition to degree, diploma, certificate, and college transfer programs that meet the students’ educational needs
  • Provide job placement assistance
  • Meet industry needs
  • Enhance programs, services, and instruction through continuous planning and assessment
  • Achieve high student satisfaction resulting in improved retention and completion rates
  • Provide cultural and personal enrichment opportunities that meet the needs of students and citizens within the College service area