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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Design and Implementation of a New Program Review Process: Lessons Learned
Explore how one institution designed and implemented a new program review process aligned with assessment, budgeting, and planning to drive continuous improvement.
Intermediate/Advanced • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0 (Member Only Resource)
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Do's and Don'ts in Survey Research
Learn survey research fundamentals, including how to design quality instruments and translate survey results into actionable insights.
Beginner • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $140/$160
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Do's and Don'ts of Survey Design and Reporting
Learn practical, non-technical tips for creating effective surveys and reporting survey results clearly and effectively.
Beginner • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0/$160
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Equity and Access-Focused Analytics: What Do Our Constituents Need from IR?
Explore how institutional research can drive equity and access in higher education. This webinar offers a framework for equity-focused analytics, highlighting key areas for IR engagement, common pitfalls, and leadership strategies to support inclusive, data-informed decisions.
All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $99/$129
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Ethical Foundations for an Evolving Field
Explore how evolving trends in analytics and data use prompted AIR to update its ethical framework. This webinar introduces the new Statement of Ethical Principles and invites discussion on applying values-driven decision-making in institutional research.
All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0
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Federal Education Policy Updates & Discussion
Stay informed on current and proposed federal policies impacting postsecondary data and students, with expert insights and discussion.
All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0/$50
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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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