Updates to Program Approval Process and Graduate Faculty Nominations Dr. George Hodge Assistant Dean for Program Development

New Academic Program Planning Process NEW

New Academic Program Planning Process Obtain the most current Microsoft Word version of Request for Authorization to Plan a New Program (Appendix A) and an assigned proposal tracking number (and updates on any additional requirements)

Appendix A includes: Does the proposed program constitute a substantive change as defined by SACS?

Appendix A includes: Describe the proposed new degree program. The description should include: –a brief description of the program and a statement of educational objectives –the relationship of the proposed new program to the institutional mission –the relationship of the proposed new program to existing programs at the institution and to the institution’s strategic plan –special features or conditions that make the institution a desirable, unique, or cost effective place to initiate such a degree program

Appendix A includes: Provide documentation of student demand and evidence of the proposed program’s responsiveness to the needs of the region, state, or nation. List all other public and private institutions of higher education in North Carolina currently operating programs similar to the proposed new degree program. Identify opportunities for collaboration with institutions offering related degrees and discuss what steps have been or will be taken to actively pursue those opportunities where appropriate and advantageous.

Appendix A includes: For doctoral programs only: Describe the research and scholarly infrastructure in place (including faculty) to support the proposed program. Describe the method of financing the proposed new program (including extramural research funding and other sources) and indicate the extent to which additional state funding may be required. State the number, amount, and source of proposed graduate student stipends and related tuition benefits that will be required to initiate the program.

New Academic Program Planning Process Prepare Request for Authorization to Plan a New Program (Appendix A) and 1-page concept paper (and executive summary) –7 guiding principles

New Academic Program Planning Process 1.Consistent with our mission and niche in the UNC-GA system. 2.Relates to areas identified through the strategic planning process or will establish novel areas of inquiry in which the campus can quickly achieve national prominence 3.Is broad, inter- or multi-disciplinary, and allows for multiple specializations to be created or eliminated as needed

New Academic Program Planning Process 4.Leverages existing programs and/or leads to elimination of smaller, narrower degrees 5.Builds on existing capacity as evidenced by a body of faculty active in the area of scholarship (shown by grants, publications, successful collaborations, etc.) 6.Values doctoral and master’s over baccalaureate programs (doctoral>master’s>baccalaureate)

New Academic Program Planning Process 7.Is economically sustainable; preference will be given for reassignment of existing resources (or long-term external funding, such as endowment) over those with short-term funding (e.g., grants of a finite duration) or those relying on enrollment increase funding. Note: Current UNC-GA guidelines require new program proposals to include a funding plan that does not rely on guaranteed enrollment increase funding for implementation.

New Academic Program Planning Process Upon College level approval 1 page concept paper and Request for Authorization to Plan a New Program (Appendix A) sent directly to Provost’s Office Considered twice a year by the Council of Deans

New Program Approvals September, Council of Deans (proposal due to Provost’s Office by Sept. 1) February, Council of Deans (proposal due to Provost’s Office by Feb.1)

New Program Approvals Once approved, proposal (Appendix A) follows normal approval process at NCSU (from department through BOT) May require a budget summary for UCCC and Admin Board

New Program Approvals New Approval Process at UNC-GA

New Program Approvals Masters Degree Programs

Doctoral Degree Programs

New Program Approvals Once approved (Appendix A) at UNC- GA, Program Director/Faculty must submit Request for Authorization to Establish (Appendix C) and follow the normal approval process at NCSU (from department through BOT) within 4 months

New Program Approvals Masters: Appendix C sent to UNC Graduate Council for comments (4 – week) Doctoral: Appendix C sent to External Reviewers for comments (10 –week)

New Program Approvals Only three programs under review at any time OctNovDecJanFebMarApr Slot 1GR12/ Slot 2GR12/ Slot 3GR12/13 003

Updates to Program Approval Process Questions/Discussion

Course Instructor Admin Handbook 3.19 Graduate CoursesAdmin Handbook 3.19 Graduate Courses –A. Credentials Required for Teaching Graduate Courses –I. Syllabus Requirement for Graduate Courses

Graduate Courses that must be taught by Graduate Faculty (associate or full members) XXX 685 Master’s Supervised Teaching XXX Master’s Other Teaching XXX 690 Master’s Exams XXX Master’s Research XXX 885 Doctoral Supervised Teaching XXX Doctoral Other Teaching XXX 890 Doctoral Exams XXX Doctoral Research

Course Instructor Includes Special Topics Courses Active HR record for the semester Sections with Instructors not approved, including BLANK, and STAFF, will be cancelled

Instructor Role Definitions Instructor of Record - Approved Faculty Classroom Instructor - Approved Faculty Instructional support -

Course Instructor Nominations for Spring 2013 due to Graduate School by: November 29, 2012

Updates to Program Approval Process and Graduate Faculty Nominations Questions/Discussion