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- Strategic Plan Collaborative Site (Viewable only on-campus and requires access permission.)
- Strategic Plan 2008-2013
Strategic Plan 2008-2013
Strategic Plan by Theme
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THEME I: PROGRAMS- Goal 1: Improve and expand educational opportunities, programs, and courses for the student population and community.
- Goal 2: Expand and improve alternative delivery of education.
- Goal 3: Develop and expand opportunities for high school students enrolled through NIC, emphasizing professional technical and dual credit/enrollment programs.
- Goal 4: Create program schedules that maximize the use of available facilities, and take advantage of new and alternative facilities as appropriate.
THEME II: STUDENT SUPPORT
- Goal 1: Improve student access.
- Goal 2: Implement initiatives to increase student success.
- Goal 3: Improve student communications
THEME III: COLLEGE COMMUNICATIONS AND CLIMATE
- Goal 1: Improve organizational and inter-departmental communications.
- Goal 2: Further develop opportunities for professional development.
- Goal 3: Attract and retain high quality employees.
THEME IV: FINANCE AND FUNDING
- Goal 1: Pursue expanded funding opportunities through NIC Foundation for student success, faculty-staff support, facility development, and program development.
- Goal 2: Pursue opportunities for alternative funding sources.
- Goal 3: Align budget with strategic plan.
THEME V: COLLEGE IMAGE AND RELATIONS
- Goal 1: Enhance community perception of NIC among targeted groups.
- Goal 2: Promote awareness and recruitment through a strong marketing campaign.
THEME VI: DIVERSITY & HUMAN RIGHTS
THEME VII: PHYSICAL RESOURCES
- Goal 1: Assure opportunities for college expansion.
- Goal 2: Advance the campus infrastructure with regards to technology and safety.
| Objective | ActionItem | Expr1 | PerformanceMeasure | ResponsibleParty | TimeFrame | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Document how the budget addresses the priorities of the strategic plan. | In the preparation of the budget for each upcoming year, have each respective Vice President document how the budget is conforming to the Strategic Plan in their particular area. | Document of conformation is prepared | Review documents presented in the budgeting process to document conformance of the budget to the Strategic Plan | Vice President for Administrative Services | During the budget development process | In progress |
| Ensure that the strategic plan is addressed in the budget and at the Board of Trustee's meetings. | The President's Cabinet will review the Strategic Plan each year at the start, middle, and end of the budgeting process. Discuss the completion of objectives and changes to the plan as necessary. | Review of plan is made | Review the minutes and agenda for appropriate discussion on the Strategic Plan | President's Cabinet, led by Vice President for Administrative Services | During the budgeting process (start, middle, end) | In progress |