Context for Analysis (C)

5C2 Aligning Leadership System with Practices and Views of Oversight Entities

Strategic planning and involvement are central to the overall operations of the institution (8C1, Figure O.2). This Systems Portfolio begins each section by listing the strategic goals and objectives. Processes are described in 8P1. Western’s Board approves the Strategic Plan and receives annual progress reports on the strategic planning implementation.

A Steering Committee guides the strategic planning of the institution and communicates through committees, sub-committees, and a web page on the institution’s intranet (Category Eight). Units across the campus create and implement five-year plans aligned with the institution’s Strategic Plan. The Provost, vice presidents, deans, and directors guide the functional planning and communication of the institution.