university partnerships

The partner universities trust to move as fast as the workforce evolves

A full-service partnership that brings modern, employer-aligned programs to life under your brand—strengthening your institution and the region you serve.

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the challenge

Higher ed is facing an existential threat.

Workforce skills are evolving faster than traditional program cycles. Adult learners need applied, flexible alternatives and employers need modern talent pipelines.

Workforce skills are evolving fast

Traditional curriculum cycles can’t keep up with evolving workforce demands.

Adults need flexibility

Working professionals seek applied, accessible and flexible alternatives.

Constraints slow innovation

Faculty capacity, governance, and budgets make rapid innovation difficult.

Employers need talent pipelines

Companies need talent trained on current tools and real-world applications.

We deliver the timely, relevant programs and enrollment engine that make *trans**formation* possible.

A full-service partnership delivering end-to-end program design, full-funnel marketing and enrollment, high-touch learner support, and the operational lift your institution needs to move at the speed of work.

Our Turnkey Model

A turnkey model for launching cutting-edge, employer-aligned certificates

Ziplines handles every part of building and delivering modern certificate programs—so universities can launch high-quality, AI-infused credentials quickly and confidently, without adding strain to faculty or internal teams.

Digital Marketing

10-week course

Business Analytics

10-week course

Project Management

10-week course

AI Prompting

5-week course

AI Automation

5-week course

AI for Marketing

5-week course

AI for HR Professionals

5-week course

End-to-end program design & development

We build and maintain modern, employer-aligned programs—complete with practitioner-led teaching, applied projects, and continually updated curriculum.

Monthly online cohort-based model
Live and on-demand sessions led by industry practitioners ensure applied, human-centered learning.
5-week and 10-week courses
Practical digital skills with highly coveted certifications from leading technology platforms.
Pragmatic AI integration
Live and on-demand sessions led by industry practitioners ensure applied, human-centered learning.

Full-funnel marketing & enrollment

We bring predictable, sustained demand—so programs grow responsibly over time. Our team manages outreach, demand generation, nurturing, and enrollment operations end-to-end.

Targeted outreach
Modern campaigns that reach prospective learners aligned with your programs.
Lead nurture & conversion
Email workflows, advising touchpoints, and enrollment support at every step.
Sustained demand
A repeatable funnel that keeps programs healthy and growing over time.

Outreach and demand generation

Lead capture and nurture

Enrollment advising

Cohort placement

Post-learning engagement

Onboarding and orientation

Regular progress check-ins

Peer community access

Technical and LMS support

Career coaching

High-touch learner support

Dedicated success advocates, progress monitoring, peer communities, and responsive technical support that prevent friction and reduce dropout risk.

Dedicated learner success advocates
Industry-leading student support services.
Progress monitoring
Regular check-ins and nudges that keep learners on track.
Peer-to-peer network
A supportive community that builds confidence and extends connections.

the challenge

What this unlocks for your institution and region

Modern, employer-aligned certificates strengthen regional talent pipelines, expand access for adult learners, and generate sustainable non-credit revenue. By powering programs that learners complete and apply on the job, Ziplines helps universities deepen their leadership in economic mobility and workforce development.

Regional workforce relevance

Programs aligned to employer demand that help your institution serve the needs of its region.

Expanded access

Flexible pathways that reach working adults and career-switchers who aren’t served by traditional credit programs.

Predictable enrollment & revenue

Incremental, low-lift, non-credit revenue that supports institutional priorities without added pressure on internal resources and budgets.

Stronger community impact

Advance your institution’s mission as a driver of economic and social mobility.

by the numbers

Together, we are upskilling workers into in-demand career pathways

Excellent Net Promoter Score

80%

Completion Rate

4.7

Average Rating

94%

Applying new skills on the job

“Our experience working with Ziplines Education has been nothing short of exceptional. The market-relevant content and responsive service they provide have truly set them apart. It's evident that Ziplines Education prioritizes our success. We’re grateful for the value they bring to our collaboration.”

Mark Koulianos

Assistant Vice President, University Community Partnerships, University of South Florida

“Our partnership with Ziplines Education provides access to in-demand career-building skills that meet the needs of adult learners in our region. The Ziplines Education team does a great job of ensuring quality of content, is consistently clear and responsive in communications, and is steadfast in their mission to deliver valuable learning experiences.”

Sandra Gladney

OLLI-UO Program Director and Executive Director, Continuing and Professional Education, University of Oregon

“Our collaboration with Ziplines Education has resulted in a positive, productive partnership. The exceptional responsiveness of their account team has seamlessly enhanced our program delivery. Their online certificates in market-relevant topics have not only enhanced our program portfolio, but also significantly helped in meeting learner needs.”

Kristy P. Anthony

Director, Professional Development, LSU Online & Continuing Education, Louisiana State University