Strategic planning for research administration.(Case Study)

Developing and implementing a strategic planning process is a critical component of successful research administration. In order to have legitimacy, the process must meet three conditions. First, the strategic plan of the Office of Research Administration must align with the University strategic plan. Second, the plan must clearly articulate the key goals of research administration and describe strategies for attaining those goals. Third, progress in meeting goals must be assessed and the results of that assessment linked to budgeting. This paper outlines strategic planning for research administration and provides examples from the strategic planning process used by the Office of Research and External Support.