Strategic Planning Internationalization Strategies at Yerevan State University

Strategic Planning & Internationalization Strategies at Yerevan State University (YSU) A. Grigoryan, Vice-Rector for AF A. Budaghyan, Deputy Vice-Rector Yerevan State University October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 1

Strategic Planning • Strategic planning is a process implemented by the university to identify what should be done in order to successfully accomplish its mission and main goals in the long term perspective. • It tries to evaluate the present and predict the future environment in order to build more favorable and desired future for the university. • 1994 - 1 st Long-term Development Plan for 1995 -1999 • 2001 – 2 nd Long-term Development Plan for 2002 -2007 • 2008 – 3 rd Strategic Development Plan for 2010 -2014 October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 2

The Strategic Planning Model Chart October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 3

The YSU Strategic Planning Model The 9 steps constitute what-must-be-done portion of the SP process: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) Perform an internal and external environmental assessments Perform a SWOT analysis Generate ideas through brainstorming process Evaluate the potential impact of each idea on each SWOTs Formulate vision, mission, goals, objectives and strategies Conduct a cross-impact analysis to determine the impact of the proposed strategies on the organization's KPIs 8. Implement strategies, objectives and goals 9. Monitor and evaluate actual impact of strategies on organizational KPIs October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 4

THE FRAME OF THE YSU STRATEGIC PLAN October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 5

THE UNIVERSITY STRATEGIC GOALS & OBJECTIVES AND MAIN STRATEGIES FOR THEIR ACCOMPLISHMENT October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 6

STRATEGIC GOALS GOAL 1. Quality Education Insure high educational standards and enable students fully realize their potential by providing flexible study programs Main Objectives: · · · Renovation of study programs Introducing internal quality assurance system Extended application of the credit system Enhancement of the teaching, learning and assessment Efficient usage of information technologies in study processes 34 Strategies for Goal 1 October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 7

STRATEGIC GOALS GOAL 2. Quality Research and Innovation Maximize application of the University’s research potential in the economic development and public welfare processes by creating excellence centers in the priority research areas Main Objectives: · · Substantial growth of research activities Development of the University-Industry research collaboration Integration of the University in the European Research Area Reconstructing postgraduate education 28 Strategies for Goal 2 October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 8

STRATEGIC GOALS GOAL 3. Community Involvement and Services Make real investments in the intellectual, educational, economic, scientific and cultural life of the society Main Objectives: · Interaction with the wider society · Broader involvement in community programs · Lifelong learning in line with the social demand 16 Strategies for Goal 3 October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 9

SUPPORTING GOALS GOAL 4. Qualified Staff Involve qualified staff and provide continuing professional development and supportive working environment Main Objectives: · Renew and improve the teaching staff · Raising social satisfaction level of the personnel 13 Strategies for Goal 4 October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 10

SUPPORTING GOALS GOAL 5. Quality Infrastructures Provide modern and stimulating learning and working environment for all students and employees Main Objectives: · Improve facilities · Upgrade learning and research laboratory base · Central University information system and access for all students and staff 14 Strategies for Goal 5 October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 11

SUPPORTING GOALS GOAL 6. Quality Services Provide support services that meet educational, professional and social needs of students and enhance their potential to successfully complete their programs Main Objectives: · Increase student satisfaction from education and students support services · Easily accessible information resources meeting students needs 13 Strategies for Goal 6 October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 12

OPERATIONAL PRIORITIES PRIORITY 7. Diversified Admission and Relevance Broaden admission profile and align it with the economic development needs of the country and requirements of labor market Main Objectives: · Activate admission marketing processes · Align University admission with the entrants and labor market combined needs · Increasing international student body 21 Strategies for Priority 7 October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 13

OPERATIONAL PRIORITIES PRIORITY 8. Financial Stability & Effective Management Become more proactive and entrepreneurial in finding alternative financial sources. Increase quality of administrative services Main Objectives: · · · Diversify financial sources Increase contribution of alumni, donor organizations and individuals Harmonize the financial planning with the strategic goals and objectives Increase effectiveness of the management of the financial resources Decentralization of management Extended application of the management information systems 27 Strategies for Priority 8 October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 14

OPERATIONAL PRIORITIES PRIORITY 9. Strategic Partnership and Internationalization Ensure development of the external relations, strengthen partnerships with labor market and promote internationalization Main Objectives: · Long-term partnerships with employers and community structures · Expand & diversify international relations, cooperation with European universities & international HE organizations 14 Strategies for Priority 9 October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 15

PRIORITY 9. Strategic Partnership and Internationalization The following strategies aimed at achieving internationalization objective of YSU: 1. Identifying the main priority areas of YSU international cooperation 2. Broaden the scope of international activities in YSU faculties 3. Improve the information basis for YSU international activities 4. Development of cooperation with foreign universities in joint programs 5. Involvement of students & staff in international mobility programs 6. Favorable conditions foreign students and visiting academics 7. Long-term cooperation contracts & establishment of joint research centers 8. Involvement of YSU academic units in the international programs and projects October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 16

IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN • • • Public discussions Approval by YSU authorities One-year operational plans Wide involvement of stakeholders Continues monitoring & analysis Corrections • Improvements October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 17

Thank You for Your Attention ! October 21 -22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 18