Designed for professionals across all functional areas, the Academy provides practical, accessible learning experiences that translate complex data concepts into actionable strategies. Whether you’re new to data or looking to refine your expertise, our offerings will help you gain confidence in using, accessing, and managing institutional data effectively.
Professional Development
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Foundations Bootcamp
Master the core skills of institutional research, from refining questions to designing research, surveys, analysis, and reporting.
Beginner • In-Person Workshop • Multi-Day • $580/$790
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Foundations of Data
Learn the basics of higher education data types, sources, governance, and management in an easy-to-understand, practical workshop.
Beginner • Live Online Workshop • Half-Day • $225/$325
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Foundations of Descriptive Statistics
Learn how to calculate and interpret distributions, central tendency, dispersion, and position to summarize higher education data effectively.
Beginner • Live Online Workshop • Half-Day • $225/$325
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Foundations of Effective Reporting
Learn how to create impactful data reports through effective storytelling, visualizations, organization, and audience-focused communication strategies.
Beginner • Live Online Workshop • Half-Day • $225/$325
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Foundations of Research Design
Learn the basics of designing research projects, selecting methodologies, and applying data collection and sampling techniques.
Beginner • Live Online Workshop • Half-Day • $225/$325
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Foundations of Survey Design
Learn how to design high-quality surveys, structure survey instruments, and apply essential validation techniques in higher education.
Beginner • Live Online Workshop • Half-Day • $225/$325
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I Have a New Job in Institutional Research…Now What?
New to institutional research? This interactive workshop is for you. Explore the core roles and responsibilities of IR professionals, discover essential tools and resources, and learn how to build connections with peers across the field.
Beginner • In-Person Workshop • Half-Day • $210/$420
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LEADing Change with Analytics: Bridging the Gap from Data to Decisions
Learn to lead data-informed change initiatives by building stakeholder engagement, overcoming resistance, and turning analytics into action.
Beginner/Intermediate • In-Person Workshop • Half-Day • $210/$420
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SPSS Syntax for Intermediate Users
Advance your SPSS skills by learning how to import data, aggregate data, use macros, and generate reports through SPSS syntax.
Intermediate • On-Demand Webinar • Half-Day • $140/$160
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