{"id":1247,"date":"2024-03-04T02:37:10","date_gmt":"2024-03-04T02:37:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.tarleton.edu\/cob\/?page_id=1247"},"modified":"2025-10-20T15:44:20","modified_gmt":"2025-10-20T15:44:20","slug":"2021-2030-strategic-plan","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/cob\/2021-2030-strategic-plan\/","title":{"rendered":"2021-2030 Strategic Plan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-button alignfull is-style-squared\"><a class=\"wp-block-advgb-button_link advgbbtn-da896993-21d9-4e97-b8dd-a0c52e6257a3\" href=\"https:\/\/tarleton.sharepoint.com\/:x:\/s\/COBA-CollegeofBusinessAdministration\/EUSznO_G2K9OkIuh6Zwwh8sBfBWt1fR1x2jvvbtAYQbagA?e=4nUtum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span>View Progress<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:25% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"308\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/cob\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2024\/11\/DSPCOB-Strategic-Plan-Cover-Sheet-308x400.png\" alt=\"Tarleton State University College of Business Strategic Plan 2021-2030 cover.\" class=\"wp-image-3837 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/cob\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2024\/11\/DSPCOB-Strategic-Plan-Cover-Sheet-308x400.png 308w, https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/cob\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2024\/11\/DSPCOB-Strategic-Plan-Cover-Sheet-231x300.png 231w, https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/cob\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2024\/11\/DSPCOB-Strategic-Plan-Cover-Sheet.png 567w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 308px) 100vw, 308px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Dr. Sam Pack College of Business (DSPCOB)<\/strong> is dedicated to preparing students for leadership roles in a rapidly evolving global economy. Our <strong>Strategic Plan (2021-2030)<\/strong> serves as a roadmap for growth, innovation, and continuous improvement, aligning with <strong>Tarleton State University\u2019s Strategic Plan<\/strong> while addressing the unique needs of business education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcc4 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tarleton-my.sharepoint.com\/:w:\/g\/personal\/sw_mhepler_tarleton_edu\/EZI6pFZkpadKiz-uPVHhPCYB0I6GLrSjrhj-eKeNFf8KAQ?e=IUldAW\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/tarleton-my.sharepoint.com\/:w:\/g\/personal\/sw_mhepler_tarleton_edu\/EZI6pFZkpadKiz-uPVHhPCYB0I6GLrSjrhj-eKeNFf8KAQ?e=IUldAW\">View the DSPCOB Strategic Plan<\/a><\/strong><br>\ud83d\udcc4 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/tarletonforward\/\">View the Tarleton State University Strategic Plan<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Dr. Sam Pack College of Business empowers all learners with the knowledge, skills, and ethical principles to thrive in the global economy. Through faculty and student interactions we prepare leaders who positively impact organizations, foster economic growth, and contribute to their communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strategic Focus Areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To fulfill our mission, the <strong>Strategic Plan<\/strong> focuses on five key areas that guide decision-making, program development, and resource allocation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-1-student-access-amp-success-\"><strong>1. Student Access &amp; Success<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expand flexible learning formats, including <strong>online, hybrid, and evening courses<\/strong> to accommodate <strong>various student needs.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthen <strong>career development initiatives<\/strong>, ensuring internship and networking opportunities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhance <strong>support for working professionals<\/strong> and first-time college students.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-2-academic-excellence-amp-innovation-\"><strong>2. Academic Excellence &amp; Innovation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maintain <strong>high academic standards<\/strong> through <strong>curriculum updates<\/strong> and program development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support <strong>faculty research<\/strong> and encourage <strong>applied learning experiences.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equip students with <strong>industry-relevant skills<\/strong> through modern coursework and experiential learning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-3-leadership-amp-global-engagement-\"><strong>3. Leadership &amp; Global Engagement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Develop <strong>leadership programs<\/strong>, such as the <strong>DSPCOB Leadership Academy<\/strong>, to foster professional growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expand <strong>international learning opportunities<\/strong> through <strong>global business collaborations<\/strong> and virtual experiences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthen <strong>partnerships with industry leaders<\/strong> to enhance student engagement and career pathways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-4-faculty-excellence-amp-scholarship-\"><strong>4. Faculty Excellence &amp; Scholarship<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recruit and retain <strong>high-quality faculty<\/strong> committed to research, teaching, and industry engagement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase <strong>faculty support for scholarly research<\/strong>, focusing on <strong>high-impact publications.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourage faculty to engage in <strong>interdisciplinary collaborations<\/strong> that enhance student learning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-5-organizational-excellence-amp-continuous-improvement-\"><strong>5. Organizational Excellence &amp; Continuous Improvement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Implement <strong>data-driven decision-making<\/strong> to optimize student success and resource allocation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain <strong>a culture of assessment and accountability<\/strong>, ensuring continuous progress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhance stakeholder involvement, including input from <strong>students, faculty, and business leaders.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-commitment-to-continuous-improvement\">Commitment to Continuous Improvement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>DSPCOB Strategic Planning Committee<\/strong> actively monitors progress, adapts strategies, and ensures that the College\u2019s efforts remain aligned with Tarleton State University\u2019s broader goals. This approach fosters <strong>growth, innovation, and long-term success.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcc4 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tarleton-my.sharepoint.com\/:w:\/g\/personal\/sw_mhepler_tarleton_edu\/EZI6pFZkpadKiz-uPVHhPCYB0I6GLrSjrhj-eKeNFf8KAQ?e=IUldAW\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/tarleton-my.sharepoint.com\/:w:\/g\/personal\/sw_mhepler_tarleton_edu\/EZI6pFZkpadKiz-uPVHhPCYB0I6GLrSjrhj-eKeNFf8KAQ?e=IUldAW\">View the full DSPCOB Strategic Plan (2021-2030)<\/a><\/strong><br>\ud83d\udcc4 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/tarletonforward\/\">View the Tarleton State University Strategic Plan<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<style class=\"advgb-styles-renderer\">.advgbbtn-da896993-21d9-4e97-b8dd-a0c52e6257a3{font-size:18px;color:#fff !important;background-color:#5a2b81 !important;margin:0px 0px 0px 0px !important;padding:10px 30px 10px 30px;border-width:1px !important;border-style:none;border-radius:50px !important;}.advgbbtn-da896993-21d9-4e97-b8dd-a0c52e6257a3:hover{box-shadow:1px 1px 12px 0px #ccc;opacity:1;transition:all 0.2s ease;}.advgbbtn-da896993-21d9-4e97-b8dd-a0c52e6257a3 > i {font-size:30px;color:inherit;float:left;margin-right:7px;}<\/style>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview The Dr. Sam Pack College of Business (DSPCOB) is dedicated to preparing students for leadership roles in a rapidly evolving global economy. 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