HigherEd: Portfolio Planning in Higher Education Industry: Challenges and Opportunities

Description:  Technology has changed the way live, play, and Learn. Many industries are moving away from traditional 5+ years of long-term planning to agile planning methods to meet the challenges of rapid technology changes and sustain competitive advantage in the marketplace. The education industry is no exception in this technology driven market transition.

This speech focuses on step by step process of portfolio management process and discusses challenges specific to higher education.

Learning Objectives:

1)        Portfolio Management Overview
2)        Portfolio Management Process
3)        Programs & Projects
4)        Measuring Outcomes

About the Speakers: 

Dr. Kaali Dass has 30+ years of Information Technology experience. He works as IT Consultant focusing on IT Strategy,
Planning, and Architecture. He serves as VP of IT and Communications for North Carolina Project Management Institute, Raleigh, NC.  He is also an Adjunct Professor, teaching Information Technology and Project Management at Strayer University, Raleigh, NC. He frequently speaks at various PMI and other professional organizations focusing on Leadership, IT Quality, Security, and Project Management related topics.