Occupational Projections
The IRE office publishes the projected number of annual openings over the next five years for every career and workforce degree and certificate The data are based on a list of Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes relevant to the training provided by each degree and certificate within the programs; the codes are reviewed every three years by program personnel to ensure that the list of occupations for which the programs are providing training is accurate and current. Based on the program-specific SOC codes, a software package, Economic Modeling Specialist, Inc. (EMSI) derives the employment outlook in Palm Beach, Broward, and Dade counties for graduates with each degree or certificate. See “Program Review Resources” on the College Effectiveness Web page for a link to the most recent Occupational Projections report.