Higher Education Strategy and Planning: A Professional Guide

by Tony Strike (editor)

Higher Education Strategy and Planning draws together a team of expert contributors from across the sector to offer contemporary descriptions of practice in Higher Education and critical reflections on that practice. Many of the tools and techniques transcend the particular national system within which they are situated and therefore have global relevance for all those interested in strategy and planning in Higher Education. Containing chapters on each of the major functions or capabilities of strategic planners, critiques of global policy trends, framework examples and explanations of the main league tables both in the UK and globally, the book is divided into five main • Context and Positioning; • Integrated Planning; • Centrality, Co-ordination and Connection; • Analytical Capacity and Capability; • Insight and Information. This text offers a contemporary representation of strategic planning and will be an indispensable guide for all those who work in or study Higher Education, particularly aimed at those who work in strategy, planning and leadership roles.

274 pages, Hardcover

Published June 23, 2017

Reviews

[Jason · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25
Lots of good and helpful info that really helped me to understand the strategic planning process better. This will be a nice nuts and bolts sort of handbook for when I need it. But dry (not unexpectedly...I don't see a book about strategic planning being an engaging page turner), and just a TON of information.

[Katherine Lavelle]

It was surprisingly hard to find strategic planning books that my university would buy. This is helpful, but it is very specific to the UK, so keep that in mind that you will need additional resources.

[Omer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book provides a collection of practical, insightful advice for those starting out or honing their craft in a university planning office.