AIR Data & Decisions Academy: All Topics

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

Institutional Culture of Evidence

Any Experience Level | On-Demand Webinar Series | 2 hours

This webinar series explores the characteristics of an institutional culture of evidence and the role that assessment plays in that culture. We discuss strategies to assess your institution's culture (context, resources, and individuals), identify skills needed to build a culture of evidence at your institution, and provide tips to build and strengthen your institution's culture.
IPEDS Data and Benchmarking: Supporting Decision Making and Institutional Effectiveness

Learn how to use IPEDS data and benchmarking techniques to support institutional effectiveness and strategic decision-making efforts.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • Half Day
IPEDS Finance Training for IR Professionals

Gain foundational knowledge of higher education finance and strengthen your ability to complete and benchmark using IPEDS Finance data.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • Half Day
IPEDS Human Resources Training

Learn to prepare, classify, and submit accurate IPEDS Human Resources data while strengthening your understanding of HR data practices.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • Half Day
IPEDS Student Financial Aid and Cost Survey Training

Build foundational skills to complete IPEDS Student Financial Aid (SFA) and Cost Survey (CST) submissions accurately and effectively.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • Half Day
Understanding the Postsecondary Data Partnership Institution-Level Dashboards

Learn how to navigate PDP dashboards to identify student success metrics, performance gaps, and opportunities for institutional improvement.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • 1-2 Hours