Resilient Future Planning for Cabinets
EAB's facilitated workshops help institutions navigate critical uncertainties in the federal policy landscape.
Many of the recent changes in federal policy have two things in common: high stakes for higher education and uncertain futures in the courts. As a result, many leaders either feel stuck waiting to see what unfolds or are overwhelmed by the consideration of worst-case scenarios. Neither approach will best position institutions for resilience and success.
To help leadership teams explore the range of potential futures ahead and prepare strategic responses, EAB offers Resilient Future Planning for Cabinets. Contingency planning isn’t enough in our current state of uncertainty—instead, our interactive, in-depth scenario planning exercises empower leaders to be more adaptable and forward-thinking. By envisioning a variety of disruptive scenarios, cabinets are guided to identify “safe-bet” actions that will support institutional success and resilience, regardless of which future materializes.
Strategize within four key policy areas
Our workshops help teams move from anxiety to agency in response to four critical challenges:
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Research enterprise funding
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Financial aid
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International enrollment
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The future of inclusion, belonging, and campus culture
EAB’s scenario planning exercises uncover clear action items
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Look a year ahead
Many leadership teams are stuck scrutinizing possible futures or debating what should happen. We’ve analyzed the policy landscape and compiled the four most likely scenarios that all cabinets should be considering for each policy terrain.
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Consider the implications
Breakout groups will discuss how each scenario would affect their institution (and others) to identify key risks and opportunities, then consider which strategies would best position the institution for stability and success.
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Identify “no-regrets” actions
Based on the assessments of each scenario, walk away with clear actions that would be beneficial in all cases. Your Strategic Leader will partner with you to craft a plan that will drive progress on strategic initiatives despite uncertainties.
Ready to schedule a workshop?
Our workshops are available to Strategic Advisory Services and Dynamic Strategy partners. To request a workshop for your team, log in and fill out the form below or email us at [email protected]. After you submit your request, your Strategic Leader will follow up to confirm its receipt and next steps.
If you’re not yet a partner, learn more about Strategic Advisory Services.