The Talent You Need for Crisis Leadership in Higher Ed

Higher education has faced numerous challenges, from financial shifts to declining enrollment. When these little challenges become a crisis, having exemplary leadership is critical for turning things around. What does crisis leadership really mean in higher education today?   Financial Challenges in Higher Education Today’s higher education landscape is fraught with issues from both the […]

Recruiting for Higher Ed in Rural America

While the “classic” image of higher education is often focused on urban and suburban campuses, institutions in rural areas need attention too. According to a new survey from the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources, more and more people are considering leaving their current jobs and making a shift to a quieter, more […]

Using Scenario Analysis as Part of the Higher Education Executive Search Process

There is one priority when hiring leaders in higher education: hiring executives who can apply creative and thoughtful solutions to a wide range of problems. This goes well beyond the kind of background and skills that can be evident on a resume. It is also the reason why scenario analysis has become such a significant […]

Why Your Next VP of Enrollment Needs a Deep Understanding of Finances

One might think that the main job of a Vice President of Enrollment Management is, well, enrollment and recruitment. While that’s definitely true, these enrollment leaders cannot, and must not, operate in a vacuum. Finding a VP of Enrollment who has a deep understanding of—and interest in—finances is crucial to building an enrollment strategy that […]

Building the Right Enrollment Management Team

When building an enrollment management team, institutions of higher education often must balance many competing needs and ideas. How can an institution synthesize all of this into a smoothly-operating, effective team? Here’s what to keep in mind.   Enrollment Management: External vs. Internal Candidates – What to Consider When building a team, the question comes […]