Business and Community Partnerships
Strengthen your organization — invest in your people. At 91°µÍø, we work alongside our partners to co-create meaningful, results-driven opportunities that put people first as the core of the organizations and communities they serve.
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We offer a full range of educational and training solutions, including undergraduate and graduate degrees, industry-recognized certificates and customized workforce development tailored to your team’s needs. It’s a smart move: supporting your team’s growth is a strategic investment in your people, your performance, and your long-term success. Explore our partnership offerings below to find the right fit for your organization.When you partner with 91°µÍø, you’re:
- Building a values-driven talent pipeline through a trusted education partner
- Boosting employee retention with career-focused learning pathways
- Offering tuition discounts to maximize employee education budget
- Supporting workforce upskilling through degrees, certificates, and custom training
- Creating advancement opportunities that align with your organizational goals
Preferred Partner Program
Through 91°µÍøâ€™s Preferred Partner Program, your business or organization can offer employees exclusive access to undergraduate and graduate degrees, as well as career-focused certificates, all designed with working adults in mind. This isn’t just a benefit; it’s a meaningful investment in your team’s growth, retention, and long-term success. 91°µÍøâ€™s flexible, values-driven programs help learners advance their careers, find greater purpose, and build the resilience to thrive in today’s evolving workplace.
Preferred Partner Benefits
- 20% tuition discount on select adult bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs. Please inquire for a current list of eligible programs. All SOLAR benefits are extended to enrolled employees, regardless of program choice.
- Generous transfer credit policies, including accelerated associate-to-bachelor’s pathways
- Flexible learning formats, including evening and fully online options
- Wraparound support through our signature SOLAR model (Support, Opportunity, Love, Access, Resources), including:
- Academic Success Center (with writing, tutoring, and academic coaching)
- Office of Career Development and Career Closet
- Penn Medicine – 91°µÍø Medical & Counseling Center (telehealth & evening access)
- Community-based support for housing, childcare, transportation, and more
- Tuition deferment options for eligible employees
Customized Professional Workforce Development
91°µÍø works hand-in-hand with organizations to design and deliver workforce programs that meet real-time business needs. Whether your team requires micro-credentials in niche areas or broader professional development, we deliver flexible, scalable solutions.
What Sets Our Programs Apart
- Industry-informed, employer-aligned content developed in partnership with industry professionals
- Accelerated completion timelines (weeks to months) including fully online and hybrid options
- Stackable pathways that can count toward future degree programs
- Customization options to align with your organization’s specific goals
Emerging and In-Demand Program Areas
We continuously assess workforce trends to ensure our offerings match the skills employers need most. Areas of potential development include:
- Digital Marketing & Analytics: Targeted skills in social media, content strategy, and data interpretation.
- Supply Chain Management
- Data Visualization & Business Intelligence: Turning data into actionable insights for decision-makers.
- Workplace Wellness & Employee Resilience: Supporting mental health, well-being, and engagement across teams.
- Instructional Design & E-Learning: For educators, trainers, or HR professionals designing impactful learning experiences.
- ESL for the Workplace: Supporting multilingual workforces through inclusive communication strategies.
- Spanish for Leaders
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Practical awareness and tools for safeguarding systems and sensitive information.
- Customized Leadership Academy & Learning Labs
- Emotional Intelligence & Cultural Competency