Aired: October 22, 2024

A Business-Like Approach: Bringing a CEO Mindset to Higher Ed

Eric Hogue, President at Colorado Christian University, joins Bart to explore the benefits of applying a CEO mindset to higher education leadership.

Eric shares how this business-driven approach can align with the mission of higher ed institutions while promoting financial sustainability. From focusing on net tuition profits to involving donors as partners, Eric demonstrates why universities must embrace financial transparency and innovation to thrive as they approach the enrollment cliff.

 

Learn how Eric balances profitability with purpose and how his strategies can help institutions grow while staying true to their core values.

 

Join us as we discuss:

[00:59] Why higher ed presidents need to adopt a CEO mindset

[9:46] Donor-centric strategy that focuses on your donors’ inputs

[21:43] A three-pronged approach to future strategic growth

Check out these resources we mentioned during the podcast:

Chasing Mission Fit by Bart Caylor

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