Rooted in the mission and assessment of expected outcomes, the planning process correlates Division and Department-level purpose and effectiveness with institution-wide improvements and budget needs in alignment with the MGCCC Strategic Plan 2030.   All educational, service, and administrative units participate in the planning process, which drives budget allocation. The College’s planning and evaluation processes have distinct, systematic time frames for the methods used to plan and evaluate College processes, functions, and goals.  

Analyzing data and seeking improvements based on the analysis of results are crucial for several reasons:

• Informed Decision-Making: Data analysis provides insights into the effectiveness of various aspects of educational programs, allowing decision-makers to make informed choices about resource allocation, curriculum development, and teaching methodologies.
• Continuous Improvement: By regularly analyzing data, educational programs can identify areas of strength and weakness. This enables them to continuously improve and refine their strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
  Personalized Learning: Data analysis allows educators to understand the individual needs and learning styles of students. This information can be used to tailor instruction, interventions, and support services to better meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Accountability and Evaluation: Analyzing data provides evidence of program effectiveness, which is essential for accountability to stakeholders. It also facilitates program evaluation, helping educators assess whether program goals are being met and identify areas for growth.
• Resource Optimization: Data analysis can help educational programs optimize the use of resources by identifying areas where investments yield the highest returns in terms of student achievement and success.

Excelerate 2030: Inspiring Excellence & Accelerating Achievement

Planning Process Manual