Labor Studies

A Valley City workforce study completed September 2016 shows a region with a skilled and motivated labor force that has the aptitude and willingness to explore new employment opportunities.

Location

• Automaticallyeliminates problems of time zones, distance and communication.
• Close to talent pool known for quality work.
  • 35,000 population within 35 miles and nearly 200,000 population within 55 miles
  • 37,000 estimated student population within 50 minutes of Valley City
  • 9 Universities and Colleges within 50 minutes
  • Cass County 50 miles east of Valley City is the fastest growing area in the State

Pool of Talented Workers
Valley City, Barnes County and surrounding areas offer a sizeable labor pool of talent that possesses considerable skills, education and a strong work ethic.

VCSU Graduates around 175 "technology-rich" college students each year, with about 50 to 75 of those concentrating in Business Administration, Business Process Integration Management, Computer Science and Software Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Science.

Demographics

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The Labor Survey provides information and characteristics about the potential labor force (skills, educational level, etc.) Download a complete summary, or request a full copy of the report at (701) 840-7820.

"It’s evident from our accomplishments that North Dakota’s university system is developing world-class people. We’re able to successfully service the largest companies in North America—companies that have the most sophisticated requirements—from North Dakota with North Dakotan graduates. This achievement is a tribute to the educational system in the state."
- Ken Behrendt, President & CEO, Eagle Creek Software Services, Inc.