Title

Purpose

Date/Time

For

Program Reviews 101

A survey approach to program reviews in the division of Administration & Finance. Learn the basics of the new program review protocol and how it works. This includes conducting a SWOT analysis, conducting a self-study, and participating on a committee.

May 8, 2006

9 - 11:00

Any person in Admin & Finance who is either likely to serve on a program review committee or who will be actively involved in his or her unit’s review or both.

Serving on a Program Review Committee

A more detailed approach to the work of the program review committee in Administration & Finance. Understanding expectations and learning the duties and responsibilities of a committee. This includes an overview of the various research techniques.

June 6, 2006

1 - 3:00

Any person in the division of Administration and Finance who will chair or who is likely to serve on a committee.

Conducting Research for Program Reviews

Data gathering and analysis is a critical element of the program review process in Administration and Finance. Learn the basics of the primary data collection/research methods including surveys, focus groups, external reviews, and peer studies.

Jan 19, 2006

1:30 - 3:30

June 26, 2006

9 - 11:00

Any person in the division of Administration and Finance who will chair or who is likely to serve on a committee.

Focus Groups 101

Focus groups are often an important tool in the data gathering process for Administration & Finance. This workshop will cover the essentials for effective focus groups as they contribute to the review process.

Feb 7, 2006

9 - 11:00

July 10, 2006

2 - 4:00

Any person in the division of Administration and Finance who will chair or who is likely to serve on a committee.

Writing the Program Review Report

This session takes a step by step approach to writing the Program Review report, including writing findings and recommendations, what to include in the final report, how to structure the appendix, etc.

March 14, 2006

9 - 11:00

Aug 2, 2006

2 - 4:00

Program review committee chairs or subcommittee chairs.