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34. Applying Business Practices in Higher Education: A Conversation with Erica Eckert and Mark Kretovics

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This conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner explores the essential business practices in higher education, focusing on the roles of provosts, the concept of students as co-producers, the impact of rankings, and the importance of strategic planning and fundraising. Dr. Erica Eckert and Dr. Mark Kretovics discuss their book, which serves as a guide for administrators, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive understanding of business concepts in academia. In this conversation, Drs. Eckert and Kretovics discuss the evolving landscape of higher education, focusing on the importance of engaging alumni for lifelong learning, addressing demographic shifts and enrollment challenges, and navigating cultural resistance within institutions. They emphasize the need for academic leaders to balance traditional educational values with necessary business practices to ensure sustainability. The discussion also highlights the significance of understanding faculty incentives and the role they play in student retention and institutional success.

Takeaways

  • Provosts must transition from experts in their field to generalists.
  • Understanding budgeting and human resources is crucial for new administrators.
  • The student as a co-producer model emphasizes active engagement in learning.
  • Rankings can lead institutions to make detrimental decisions.
  • Strategic planning should be a dynamic, ongoing process.
  continue reading

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This conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner explores the essential business practices in higher education, focusing on the roles of provosts, the concept of students as co-producers, the impact of rankings, and the importance of strategic planning and fundraising. Dr. Erica Eckert and Dr. Mark Kretovics discuss their book, which serves as a guide for administrators, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive understanding of business concepts in academia. In this conversation, Drs. Eckert and Kretovics discuss the evolving landscape of higher education, focusing on the importance of engaging alumni for lifelong learning, addressing demographic shifts and enrollment challenges, and navigating cultural resistance within institutions. They emphasize the need for academic leaders to balance traditional educational values with necessary business practices to ensure sustainability. The discussion also highlights the significance of understanding faculty incentives and the role they play in student retention and institutional success.

Takeaways

  • Provosts must transition from experts in their field to generalists.
  • Understanding budgeting and human resources is crucial for new administrators.
  • The student as a co-producer model emphasizes active engagement in learning.
  • Rankings can lead institutions to make detrimental decisions.
  • Strategic planning should be a dynamic, ongoing process.
  continue reading

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In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Bob Sutton discusses his latest book, The Friction Project , co-authored with Huggy Rao. The book explores the concept of friction in organizations and how leaders can differentiate between good and bad friction. Sutton shares insights from his experiences at Stanford University and emphasizes the importance of leadership in reducing unnecessary friction in the higher education context to enhance productivity. He provides practical strategies for academic leaders to identify and address friction points within their institutions, advocating for a combination of top-down and bottom-up approaches to create a more efficient and supportive environment for faculty and students. Sutton discusses the complexities and challenges of administrative processes in higher education. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration, user-centered design, and the need to simplify bureaucratic structures. The discussion also highlights the concept of 'good friction' in fostering creativity and innovation, as well as the necessity of slowing down to make thoughtful decisions. The conversation concludes with a recommendation for academic leaders to embrace actionable strategies for improvement. Takeaways Good friction can lead to better outcomes, while bad friction hinders productivity. Leadership plays a crucial role in identifying and addressing friction points. Sutton highlights the need for academic leaders to simplify processes. Practical strategies include evaluating staff on their ability to ease burdens. The subtraction game can help identify unnecessary processes.…
 
In this conversation with Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Pamela Eddy discusses her insights on equity-driven leadership in community colleges, the challenges faced by provosts, and the importance of data in driving equity initiatives. She emphasizes the need for transformative leadership, the role of communities of practice, and the significance of fostering partnerships to enhance student success. Dr. Eddy also highlights the importance of celebrating successes and creating an environment of care within educational institutions. Takeaways Equity-driven leadership focuses on transformative practices. Communities of practice foster collaboration and support. Data is essential for understanding student success and equity gaps. Celebrating student successes can create a positive environment. Inclusive teaching practices are vital for faculty development.…
 
In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Derek Bruff discusses the integration of technology in higher education, emphasizing the importance of aligning teaching goals with technology use. He shares insights on supporting faculty in adopting new technologies, balancing innovation with traditional educational values, and the role of AI in teaching. Dr. Bruff also highlights the significance of creating learning communities and effective faculty development programs to enhance teaching and learning experiences. In this conversation, Derek Bruff and Gregor Thuswaldner discuss the importance of providing faculty with the time and expertise needed to effectively integrate technology into their teaching. They explore successful programs that pair faculty with graduate or undergraduate students to enhance learning experiences. The discussion also highlights the role of provosts in fostering a culture of continuous learning and evaluating technology integration success. They address future trends in educational technology, emphasizing the need for equity and access, and the impact of community on learning. Takeaways Teaching and learning goals should drive technology use. Lead with the why when integrating technology. Don't undervalue the expertise of your own faculty. Innovation in education is essential but challenging. Learning is fundamentally a social experience.…
 
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In this episode, EdUp Provost hosts Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner and Dr. Karen Blakely discuss the concept of leading with love, particularly in the context of academia. Dr. Blakeley explores the challenges leaders face, including fear and ego, and emphasizes the importance of self-love and emotional intelligence in effective leadership. She also highlights the need for cultural change within organizations to foster an environment of collaboration and trust, and she provides practical strategies for leaders to cultivate love in their practices. Takeaways Leading with love is essential for effective leadership. Fear is a significant barrier to leading with love. Self-love is a prerequisite for leading with love. Understanding one's inner critic is crucial for personal growth. Ego can hinder authentic leadership.…
 
In this episode of EdUp Provost, host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner engages in a thought-provoking conversation with award-winning essayist and critic Dr. William Deresiewicz. He discusses the growing disconnect between academia and public sentiment and explores the challenges of ideological polarization on college campuses. He critiques the current state of the humanities and the progressive ideological orthodoxy he sees on many campuses while advocating for a renewed commitment to academic freedom amidst political pressures. Dr. Deresiewicz emphasizes the importance of fostering intellectual diversity, cultivating rigorous inquiry, and respecting the lived experiences of students to create a more vibrant and inclusive academic environment. Takeaways The academic community is increasingly disconnected from mainstream public opinion. There is a pressing need for greater intellectual diversity on college campuses. Respecting students means allowing them to express their true selves without ideological pressure. Humanities disciplines are struggling to attract students and need to adapt to remain relevant. Academic freedom is essential for restoring trust in higher education.…
 
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