October 21-22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference 1 Strategic Planning &...

October 21-22, 2011 Tempus QATMI Project Final Conference

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Strategic Planning & Internationalization Strategic Planning & Internationalization Strategies atStrategies at

Yerevan State University (YSU) Yerevan State University (YSU)

A. Grigoryan, Vice-Rector for AFA. Budaghyan, Deputy Vice-Rector

Yerevan State University

Strategic PlanningStrategic 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 - 1st Long-term Development Plan for 1995-1999

• 2001 – 2nd Long-term Development Plan for 2002-2007

• 2008 – 3rd Strategic Development Plan for 2010-2014

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The Strategic Planning Model ChartThe Strategic Planning Model Chart

The YSU Strategic Planning ModelThe YSU Strategic Planning Model

The 9 steps constitute what-must-be-done portion of the SP process:

1. Develop key performance indicators (KPIs)2. Perform an internal and external environmental assessments3. Perform a SWOT analysis4. Generate ideas through brainstorming process5. Evaluate the potential impact of each idea on each SWOTs6. Formulate vision, mission, goals, objectives and strategies7. Conduct a cross-impact analysis to determine the impact of the

proposed strategies on the organization's KPIs8. Implement strategies, objectives and goals9. Monitor and evaluate actual impact of strategies on

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THE FRAME OF THE YSU STRATEGIC PLANTHE FRAME OF THE YSU STRATEGIC PLAN

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Diversified admission and

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Strategic Partnership and

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THE UNIVERSITY STRATEGIC GOALS & OBJECTIVES

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STRATEGIC GOALSSTRATEGIC 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



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




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



SUPPORTING GOALSSUPPORTING 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




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




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



OPERATIONAL PRIORITIESOPERATIONAL 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



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




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



PRIORITY 9. Strategic Partnership and InternationalizationPRIORITY 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 for 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


IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN

• Public discussions• Approval by YSU authorities• One-year operational plans• Wide involvement of stakeholders• Continues monitoring & analysis• Corrections

• Improvements


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