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Observations and Thoughts about the Jatinder (Jeet) Gupta May 5, 2006. Personal Appreciations. Personal Philosophy. I believe in: Faculty governance through participation and collaboration; Administrative transparency;
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Observations and Thoughts about the Jatinder (Jeet) GuptaMay 5, 2006
Personal Philosophy I believe in: • Faculty governance through participation and collaboration; • Administrative transparency; • Creating an environment for faculty members to develop and excel in their careers; • Working cooperatively with the faculty and other stakeholders to develop the College’s vision and strategies; • Leadership through consensus and teamwork;
Personal Philosophy continued • Creating partnerships with community and serving needs of the community; • Intellectual contributions consistent with the mission of the College and maintenance of AACSB accreditation; • Use of technology to solve business problems and to provide effective and efficient delivery of instruction.
Opportunities • Emerging new business education model creates opportunities for renewal and growth. • University’s Strategic Action Plan provides an opportunity to undertake the transformation of the College of Business and Economics toward a new, elevated level. • Emerging growth in northern Idaho provides unique opportunities to participate in region’s economic development. • Global developmental and educational needs create opportunities to supplement resources.
Some Observations Programs • Explore the possibility of extending the integrative business curriculum to include the sophomore and senior years. • Collaborate with other colleges to develop joint programs that serve the mission of the University. • Create special undergraduate and graduate programs to serve “niche” markets, particularly in northern Idaho region.
Some Observations (continued) • Explore creation of global business programs for students in Idaho and for students outside the USA. • Explore creating joint programs with universities in other countries. • Explore increasing the number of student internships and co-operative programs.
Some Observations (continued) Faculty Development • Explore development of a Faculty Applied Internship Program in dynamic business environments. • Explore development of an Executive-in-Residence Program to bring dynamic business leaders to campus. • Explore ways to elevate faculty external recognition, publications, and scholarly work.
Some Observations (continued) Community Relations • Explore ways to engage students in interdisciplinary academic programs that are knowledge-based and provide opportunities for students to become productive and engaged citizens. • Expand community partnerships and secure funding to drive economic development initiatives in the region.