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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Finance Fundamentals for the IR Professional
Build foundational financial literacy to strengthen your ability to integrate finance and enrollment data, benchmark your institution, and enhance your effectiveness as an IR professional.
All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • < 1 Hour • $99/$129
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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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Generative AI in Higher Ed: Tips and Tricks from IR/IE Professionals Part 1
Discover practical ways IR/IE professionals are using generative AI to enhance academic goal setting, student success initiatives, and data communication.
All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0/$50
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Generative AI in Higher Ed: Tips and Tricks from IR/IE Professionals Part 2
Learn practical ways to leverage generative AI for coding automation, machine learning analyses, and environmental scans in IR/IE work.
All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0/$50
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Generative AI in Higher Ed: Tips and Tricks from IR/IE Professionals Part 3
Explore how IR/IE professionals are using generative AI to troubleshoot coding errors, modernize legacy code, automate Excel tasks, and support research initiatives.
All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0/$50
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Generative AI in Higher Ed: Tips and Tricks from IR/IE Professionals Part 4
Learn how IR/IE professionals are using generative AI to analyze qualitative data, enhance reporting, and navigate privacy and ethical challenges.
All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0/$50
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I Have a New Job in Institutional Research…
Get an introduction to the fundamentals of institutional research (IR), explore core responsibilities, and learn about project management practices essential for success in the field.
Beginner • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $99/$129
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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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Institutional Culture of Evidence
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.
Any Experience Level • On-Demand Webinar Series • 1-2 Hours • $140/$160
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Introduction to Project Management
Learn the fundamentals of project management, including frameworks, process groups, roles, and documentation essential for successful project execution in institutional research contexts.
All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • < 1 Hour • $99/$129
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Introduction to R
Get started with R programming through this beginner-friendly introduction focused on data types, importing data, and managing untidy data in higher education contexts.
Beginner • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $140/$160
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Introduction to SPSS Syntax
Learn to efficiently manipulate and analyze data using SPSS syntax, boosting your productivity and data integrity skills.
Beginner • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $140/$160
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Investigating the Impact of Online Classes on Degree Completion
Explore research findings on how taking online courses influences student success and degree completion rates.
All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • < 1 Hour • $0/$50
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Leadership Theories in Assessment and IR
Explore leadership theories that can enhance engagement and effectiveness in assessment and institutional research (IR) work.
All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $99/$129
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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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