Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development Revenue and Competitors

Mission:\nTo put Missourians on a path to learn, work, and prosper.\n\nVision:\nEvery Missourian empowered with the skills and education needed for success.\n\nValues:\nAccountability\nTeamwork\nCollaboration\nWork-Life Balance\n\nPrinciples:\nPeople-Centered\nEngage and connect MDHEWD teams, partners, institutions, and employers on behalf of Missourians.\nEquity-Focused\nClose educational attainment and workforce participation gaps among key sub-populations.\nImpact-Driven\nAim for optimal results and continuous improvement across all programs and services.\nWorkforce-Aligned\nAlign efforts with the changing needs of employers to build a skilled and prepared workforce.\n\nAbout Us:\nThe Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development develops, coordinates and implements a plan that outlines how the state’s postsecondary education system and public workforce system can most effectively and efficiently provide higher education to students and meet the state’s workforce needs. The Office of Workforce Development administers federal and state funded employment and training programs to develop a strong talent pipeline for the state’s growth nationally and globally.