Strategic Planning for Career Development Programs in Higher Education

Strategic Planning for Career Development Programs in Higher Education

In-person workshop sessions plus online capstone, covering assessment, goal-setting, stakeholder engagement, and resource optimization

By Career and Professional Development Consultants

Date and time

Tuesday, June 18 · 9am - 4pm EDT

Location

Roxbury Community College

1234 Columbus Avenue Boston, MA 02120

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

9:00 AM

Workshop Outline for Day 1 and Day 2

Day 1: June 18, 2024 Foundations of Strategic Planning in Career and Professional Development Programs Current State Assessment and Goal Setting Resource Analysis and Constraint Identification S...

About this event

  • 7 hours

This engaging hybrid, 2-day workshop (in-person) and capstone (online) is for career development professionals within higher education institutions who aim to elevate their strategic planning capabilities for career and professional development programs. Participants will delve into the core principles of strategic planning, focusing on effective assessment techniques, goal setting, stakeholder engagement, and the optimization of resources. The workshop emphasizes the practical application of these concepts through interactive sessions, enabling attendees to develop actionable strategies for integrating innovative technologies and approaches within their career services offerings. A vital outcome of this workshop is the development of a tailored, workable draft of a strategic plan that participants can refine and implement at their respective institutions. The capstone portion of this workshop includes four online meetings over 30 days. Participants will meet online to discuss their progress and receive feedback. An overview of the participants' strategic plan is due at the end of the capstone. A certificate of completion will be given. Check out cpdconsultantsne.com for more information.

Frequently asked questions

1. What is the structure of the workshop?

The workshop is a hybrid event, consisting of a 2-day in-person session followed by a 30-day online capstone. The in-person sessions focus on interactive learning and practical application, while the online capstone includes four meetings to discuss progress and receive feedback.

2. Who should attend this workshop?

This workshop is designed for career services professionals within higher education institutions who are looking to enhance their strategic planning skills for career and professional development programs.

3. What will I learn during the workshop?

Participants will learn core principles of strategic planning, including effective assessment techniques, goal setting, stakeholder engagement, and optimization of resources. The workshop emphasizes the practical application of these concepts to develop actionable strategies for improving career ser

4. How can I apply the skills learned in the workshop?

During the workshop, you will develop a draft of a strategic plan tailored to your institution's needs. This plan can be refined and implemented at your institution to enhance your career services offerings.

5. What are the expected outcomes of the workshop?

The primary outcome is the development of a workable draft of a strategic plan that participants can refine and implement at their respective institutions. Additionally, the capstone meetings will provide an opportunity for development of your plan through feedback and further refinement of the plan

6. What are the requirements for participation?

Participants are expected to attend the in-person sessions and participate in all four online meetings during the capstone. Engagement in discussions and feedback sessions is crucial for maximizing the benefits of the workshop.

7. How do I register for the workshop?

Registration can be completed through Eventbrite or on our website. Please visit the registration page, fill out the necessary information, and submit your payment.

8. What is the cost of the workshop?

The cost of the workshop is $495 and early registration discounts. Please refer to our registration page for the most current pricing information.

9. What should I bring to the workshop?

Participants should bring a laptop or tablet for the online components, any current strategic planning documents they wish to refine, and materials for note-taking during the in-person sessions.

What is the structure of the online capstone?

The objective is to refine and finalize a strategic plan draft that participants develop during the in-person workshop. See website for more details.

Is there a certification or recognition upon completion?

Participants will receive a Certificate of Achievement that acknowledges their participation and skills learned during the workshop. All our certificates are issued through Accredible. Please visit Accredible.com for credentialing information.

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Career and Professional Development Consultants

Looking to equip your career services program managers with the skills and knowledge to effectively support your students? Our Train the Trainer workshops are just what you need. Our group of experienced consultants specialize in creating customized workshops that cater to the specific needs of your higher education institution. With our expertise and passion for what we do, we're confident that your team will walk away feeling empowered and motivated. Check out our events page for upcoming workshops.

$495