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Should We Or Shouldn’t We? Assessing the Feasibility of Online Degree Programs
Stephanie Platteter
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Bob Stine
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Keywords: feasibility, market analysis, financial analysis, program assessment
Abstract
Developing and launching new online degree or certificate programs requires an up-front investment in curriculum design, course development, and marketing among other things. It also typically requires a multi-year commitment to ensure that students who start the program can finish it. Therefore, it is important to be disciplined and well informed when entering new program areas to ensure there will be ongoing demand, internal support, and financial viability. Discover how the University of Minnesota has implemented a disciplined feasibility assessment process to provide information to decision makers to help them make informed choices about where to invest resources. You will learn about the elements that make up a thorough market analysis and the considerations that should be addressed when assessing internal readiness.
Author Biography
Stephanie Platteter, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Stephanie Platteter leads the College of Continuing Education's marketing and recruitment strategies including market assessment, branding, communication, advertising, lead generation, and lead cultivation and conversion. She holds a M.B.A. and B.S. from the Carlson School of Management.
