Building a Sustainable Institutional Business Model

About this Course

This course focuses on achieving sustainability in educational institutions through two key elements: clarity about current campus operations and courage to make necessary changes. The instructor outlines a curriculum that will explore existing business models, how to implement changes, and how to manage institutional business models intentionally. The course aims to empower participants to assess their campus situations, take actionable steps for improvement, and ultimately build schools that can serve their missions effectively for years to come.

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Course SME:

Instructor: Jessica Ryals

Course Features:

52 Minutes
of Video

5 Lessons
24 Activities

6-7 Hours
Total Effort
Course Outcomes:

Learning Objectives
This course aims to equip you to:

  • Explain how the elements of a business model shape an institution's long-term sustainability.
  • Interpret key financial and operational indicators to assess trends in institutional health.
  • Apply market, mission, and financial analysis to guide strategic decisions and board governance.
  • Plan practical approaches for rebuilding, forecasting, and monitoring institutional performance over time.

Dates

Start date: 06/26/26

Course Access