ISSofBC is seeking expressions of interest from business consultants to assist in the development of a multi-year business plan for our Language and Career College (LCC).
We are seeking a collaboration with an individual who has expertise in the private language and skills training school ecosystem as well as development of business plans for social enterprises and / or for-profit enterprises.
The business plan would provide overall strategic recommendations and directions, including:
- An analysis of the changing fee-for-service language and skills training markets in Canada, including
for international students and domestic students, and what we need to consider moving
forward over the next 3-5 years to respond to both challenges and opportunities; - Possible new program delivery strategic opportunities along with the investments needed
to realize them; - Opportunities to improve the effectiveness of marketing and recruitment practices;
- Potential opportunities for future strategic partnerships or other inter-organizational
approaches that can leverage mutual assets and strategic advantages. - Physical space and location strategies;
- Talent and leadership development priorities;
- Other areas the consultant deems important for LCC / ISSofBC to consider.
Additional information and how to submit:
To read the full scope of this proposal, its expected deliverables and the submission process, please read the application document:
LCC Business Plan Expression of Interest for Consultant released May 8
About LCC
In January 1995, ISSofBC launched the LCC, a social enterprise offering fee for service English language and skill-based training opportunities to a specific international student market but also Canadian citizens.
LCC is a not-for-profit operated social enterprise, unique within the private language and skills training school ecosystem. Net revenues earned support immigrant newcomer programming.
