Course Project: Institutional Case Study Presentation Outline(Harvard University)

Course Project: Institutional Case Study Presentation Outline

1. Slides 1 – 5: Background: Conduct a comprehensive review of the institution, specifically, its
   1. Slide 1: History
   2. Slide 2: Governance structure
   3. Slide 3: Student and faculty demographics; retention and graduation rates.
   4. Slide 4: Academic programs and professional schools, reputation in terms of program majors.
   5. Slide 5: Finances and tuition, endowment.
2. Slides 6 – 10: The Problem: This may comprise an extensive array of activities, departments, and programs, depending on the institution and its context.
   1. Slide 6: Define the “problem” that exists at your institution.
   2. Side 7: What specific services, programs, or initiatives related to the problem are currently implemented by your institution?
   3. Slide 8: Which departments/divisions are involved in the implementation of programs and initiatives related to the problem?
3. Slides 9 – 10: The Leadership and Decision-Making Framework
   1. Slide 9: Propose the leadership models that are primarily operating at this institution and provide a description and explanation of how leadership and decision-making takes place in various areas relevant to your problem.
   2. Slide 10: Based on the above analysis, how does the institution respond to the need to innovate or change?
4. Slide 11-12: Recommendations: What new initiatives would you recommend for your institution?
5. Slide 13: Concluding thoughts, questions/comments.
6. Slide 14: References: Include a minimum of 10 references in your presentation.