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5 Quick Tips for Cross-Functional Collaboration in Course Design

Written by Violeta Da Rold | Oct 9, 2025 1:52:43 PM

  1. Break Down Departmental Silos
    Facilitate open communication and shared projects between academics, marketing, careers, student services, and finance teams.
  2. Collaborate Early Between Academics and Marketing
    Bring marketing into course design from the outset to align academic innovation with market demand and student preferences.
  3. Establish Cross-Functional Project Teams
    Set up formal course development teams that include diverse expertise from across the institution to ensure well-rounded decision-making.
  4. Develop Shared Success Metrics
    Align performance indicators across departments to reward collaborative outcomes rather than isolated achievements.
  5. Invest in Hybrid Staff Skillsets
    Encourage the development of staff who can bridge academic, marketing, and student experience domains to enhance integration.