Developing an Academic Program Portfolio Framework and Academic

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 evaluating and prioritizing existing and possible new academic programs

Framework Development June-October, 2013 Eduventures and BTC review matrix Eduventures populates framework with data from BTC, Do. L, Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), etc Eduventures provides instruction on BTC’s future updating and use of matrix 4

Elements of the Framework Labor and Employment ØCurrent Employment Estimate (2012) ØPercent and Numeric Growth Projection (20122022) ØMedian 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) 5

Framework Example— Median Hourly Wage

Elements of Framework, Cont. Enrollment and Conferrals § Market size (Associate and award level) § Market Saturation Regions used in Analysis: q Wisconsin Credential Level Analysis: § Associate § Award level (those below the associate level) 7

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 8

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 9

Developing a 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! 10

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. 11

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 12

Questions? 13