- Break Down Departmental Silos
Facilitate open communication and shared projects between academics, marketing, careers, student services, and finance teams.
- Collaborate Early Between Academics and Marketing
Bring marketing into course design from the outset to align academic innovation with market demand and student preferences.
- 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.
- Develop Shared Success Metrics
Align performance indicators across departments to reward collaborative outcomes rather than isolated achievements.
- Invest in Hybrid Staff Skillsets
Encourage the development of staff who can bridge academic, marketing, and student experience domains to enhance integration.