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Developing an Academic Program Portfolio Framework and Academic Plan. WTCS IRC Meeting April 23, 2014. Eduventures, Inc. Initial proposal (March 2013) to assist BTC in: Determining if current programs are the right size and mix
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Developing an Academic Program Portfolio Framework and Academic Plan WTCS IRC Meeting April 23, 2014
Eduventures, Inc. Initial proposal (March 2013) to assist BTC in: • Determining if current programs are the right size and mix • Setting enrollment targets based on job market and industry needs • Proactively preparing to respond to changing needs
Eduventures at BTC On-Site Workshop, May 21, 2013 • Identifying metrics for program portfolio strategy framework • Establishing criteria for evaluatingand prioritizing existing and possible new academic programs
Framework Development June-October, 2013 • Eduventures and BTC review matrix • Eduventures populates framework with data from BTC, DoL, Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), etc • Eduventures provides instruction on BTC’s future updating and use of matrix
Elements of the Framework Labor and Employment • Current Employment Estimate (2012) • Percent and Numeric Growth Projection (2012-2022) • Median Hourly Wage Regions used in Analysis • Only Rock and Green Counties (WI) • Broader Region: WI Counties (Dane, Walworth, Rock, Green) and IL Counties (Boone and Winnebago)
Elements of Framework, Cont. Enrollment and Conferrals • Market size (Associate and award level) • Market Saturation Regions used in Analysis: • Wisconsin Credential Level Analysis: • Associate • Award level (those below the associate level)
Elements of Framework, Cont. Economic Development and Policy • Initiatives that will Impact Employment • Policy changes in field • Cost to Maintain/Cost to Acquire Accreditation Status Institutional Fit • Credential Alignment • Current and Future Portfolio Alignment • Fit with Institutional Mission • Fit with Existing Faculty • Fit with Community Needs
Use of Framework • Categories calculated for total Program Rating (sum and average) • Key (ranges of 1, 2, 3) shows programs’ relative strength, vitality, future potential • Data-informed decisions about program growth, revision, new programs, etc. • Framework helps determine how successfully we are meeting our mission and vision
Developing a Comprehensive Academic Plan Comprehensive Academic Plan includes program mix but also: • Supports BTC’s strategic plan goals • Includes initiatives that support recruitment, retention • Establishes plans for efficient use of expanded / new classroom facilities • Develops or enhances processes for faculty development • Creates student-focused methods for course/program schedules ….and more!
Academic Planning • Faculty and staff suggestions for strategic priorities: • “Increase Student Recruitment, Retention, and Success” • “Enhance Organizational Engagement and Effectiveness.” • Team will develop a 3-5 year comprehensive plan for Instruction, in collaboration with Student Services.
Students’ Academic Plans • Need for improved course scheduling identified • Strategic decisions about course locations (campus, room, etc) • Strategic decisions about timing of courses (semester, times of day, days of the week, etc.) • Goal to create one-year schedule to assist students in planning /juggling work, family, and education