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1 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM: 4.A.4 DATE: November 15, 2007 ****************************************************************************** SUBJECT: New Program BHSU: MS in Strategic BHSU has submitted a proposal for an M.S. in Strategic. The proposal notes courses offered by other system universities that may be accepted as electives. Dr. Gough will identify an external reviewer. The University will have an opportunity to revise the proposal using the reviewer s report. The program is to be delivered online. The University will need to secure approval through the Electronic University Consortium quality assurance processes. Board approval of intent to plan: April 2007, Minutes, pp. 36 & Education: Achieve the national average of people with graduate degrees, moving from 6.5 to 9.4 percent. ****************************************************************************** RECOMMENDED ACTION Provide any comments and concerns to Dr. Gough for the COPS memorandum.

2 South Dakota Board of Regents New Graduate Degree Program University: Black Hills State University Proposed Graduate Program: Masters of Science in Strategic Degree: M.S.S. L. Existing or New Degree(s): New Degree Intended Date of Implementation (term): Fall 2008 Proposed CIP code: University Department Educational Outreach University Division Academic Affairs University Approval To the Board and the Executive Director: I certify that I have read this proposal, that I believe it to be accurate, and that it has been evaluated and approved as provided by university policy. President of the University Date After approval by the President, a signed copy of the proposal should be transmitted to the Executive Director. Only after Executive Director review should the proposal be posted on the university web site and the Board staff and the other universities notified of the URL. 1. What are the purposes of the proposed program? Black Hills State University requests approval for a Master of Science in Strategic. Strategic leadership provides an organization with the direction, motivation, and purpose that shapes future outcomes. The BHSU Masters of Science in Strategic (MSSL) is designed to provide students with an understanding of leadership theory and the critical strategies necessary to impact change. The new MSSL degree will contribute to achieving the university s Vision and Values Statement: Black Hills State University will be recognized as an innovative, high-quality university in the Black Hills region, the state, the nation, and the world. Graduates will be prepared to communicate an organization s vision, guide strategic planning, facilitate team action, and lead change. The degree will be offered online at self-support tuition rates, and the University does not request new State resources. 2. Rationale A. If a new degree is proposed, what is the rationale? To be successful in today s dynamic environment, all organizations require strategic leaders. As a result of completing this degree, students will: Articulate an organization s vision Guide strategic planning Communicate effectively

3 Promote problem solving Encourage professional growth in others Lead change Facilitate team/group efforts The Master of Science in Strategic degree is designed to support career advancement in government, business, and non-profit organizations as well as in the military. In recent years, the American military has emphasized the concept of strategic leadership. Because BHSU and Ellsworth Air Force Base have a long-standing partnership to meet the educational needs of military personnel, the MSSL will address the theory of leadership as the foundation for the applied focus provided by military training. Specifically, completion of the MSSL will benefit current or retired military personnel because: It provides the theoretical foundation for the military focus on the application of strategic leadership. The military requires a master s degree for significant promotions. Military personnel seek education that will facilitate a career change following active duty. This proposal supports the Governor s 2010 Education Initiative Achieve the national average of people with graduate degrees, moving from 6.5 to 9.4 percent. Governor Mike Rounds outlined goals for economic growth ( The improved leadership abilities of MSSL graduates have the potential to address several objectives of Goal 2: Increase GSP (Gross State Product) by $10 billion by Objective 2A Promote the creation and development of new businesses Objective 2B Promote the growth/expansion of existing businesses Objective 2C Promote agricultural and natural resource development in South Dakota In addition, the MSSL degree addresses Goal 3 which states: By 2010, the postsecondary education system will fully meet the needs of the state's changing economy and its citizens. B. What is the rationale for the curriculum? The curriculum focuses on an interdisciplinary approach to prepare leaders to: guide strategic planning through effective communication and creative problem-solving methods; articulate and implement an organization s vision; and encourage professional growth in others by leading change through proactive group facilitation. The program of study includes a required core that provides theoretical knowledge in strategic and creative leadership as well as mentoring and practicum experiences to apply the theories. This core coursework centers on Strategic and Creative, Embracing Change in a Global Environment, and Strategic Forecasting and Creative Foresight. In addition, electives

4 encourage students to broaden their knowledge base and take advantage of courses offered by other BOR universities. C. Demonstrate that the curriculum is consistent with current national standards. Complete the tables below and explain any unusual aspects of the proposed curriculum. Although the leadership program offered at Purdue University was recognized for excellence by the Academy of Strategic and Organizational Accreditation, there is no recognized national standard for leadership programs. Consequently, leadership programs across the nation were studied to create the curriculum consistent with national programs of study. There are a few online, graduate degrees in strategic leadership; most are business, communication, psychology, or education degrees with an emphasis in leadership. The number of credit hours required for a degree ranged from 30 to 45. All of the programs reviewed were approved by the appropriate regional accrediting agency. Mountain State University in West Virginia was chosen because it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to be delivered online. In addition, the collaborative program between Columbia University and the US Military Academy was studied because it is BHSU s intent to offer a leadership degree that would meet the needs of military personnel. SUNY Buffalo State College is the third program selected for comparison purposes because its curriculum was used as a model for the Intent to Plan. Table 1 compares BHSU s proposed MSSL curriculum with other selected Masters degrees in : Table 1 Masters Degree Competencies Core Knowledge 15 Credit Hours Field Experience 6 Credit Hours Research/Capstone 3 Credit Hours Black Hills State MS Strategic & Innovation Levels of Leading Change Social Change & Diversity Forecasting Techniques Mentoring Practicum Visioning (capstone w/culminating project) Mountain State University WV MS Strategic Theory Group Dynamics & Teamwork Strategic Diversity Organizational Practicum Research Project SUNY Buffalo State College MS Creative Studies Understanding Creativity Organizational Behavior Creative Decision- Making Creative Problem- Solving Leading Change Research Project Columbia University MA Organizational Psychology Theory Organizational Behavior Conflict Resolution Organizational Diversity Military training

5 D. Summary of the Degree (modify table as needed) Masters of Science in Strategic Credit Hours Percent Required courses, all students 24 73% Required option or specialization, if any Electives 9 27% Total required for the degree % Required Courses Prefix & Num Course Title Credit Hours New (yes, no) SLDR 710 and Innovation 3 Yes SLDR 728 Levels of 3 Yes SLDR 740 Leading Change 3 Yes SLDR 748 Social Change and Diversity 3 Yes SLDR 752 Forecasting Techniques 3 Yes SLDR 770 Visioning Through Case Studies 3 Yes SLDR 775 Mentoring 3 Yes SLDR 695 Practicum 3 No Total hours for required courses 24 Elective Courses in the Program: List courses that may be taken as electives in the program. Indicate any new courses to be added specifically for the major. (If the list of existing courses is long, it may be provided as an appendix.) Prefix & Num Course Title Credit Hours New (yes, no) BADM 557 Business Ethics (BHSU, NSU) 3 No BADM 564 Organizational Behavior (BHSU, USD) 3 No HRM 517 Human Resource Management (BHSU) 3 No HRM 568 or LDR 504 Negotiations and Conflict Resolution (BHSU) or Communication and Conflict Resolution (USD) 3 No LDR 501 Advanced Theory and Practice (USD) 3 No LDR 580 Service Learning Experience in Civic (USD) 3 No PSYC 561 Theories of Personality (BHSU) 3 No SOC 583 Sociology of Gender Roles (BHSU) 3 No TET 553 Personal & Organizational Transition & Change 3 No Management (USD) TET 760 Contemporary View of Organization Development (USD) 3 No Total hours for elective courses 9 The program of study will be offered using an executive, cohort model and the first graduate degree program will be delivered as follows: Semester 1; Fall 2008 Core Courses for Theme I 6 credits Semester 2; Spr 2009 Core Courses for Theme II 6 credits Semester 3; Sum Electives 6 credits

6 Semester 4; Fall 2009 Core Course for Theme III 3 credits 1 Elective 3 credits Semester 5; Spr 2010 Mentoring 3 credits Practicum 3 credits Semester 6; Sum 2010 Capstone Course 3 credits The second cohort will begin Fall 2009 and will follow the same course rotation. 3. Student Outcomes & Demonstration of Individual Achievement A. What specific knowledge and competencies, including technology competencies, will all students demonstrate be able to demonstrate before graduation? The knowledge and competencies should be specific to the program and not routinely expected of all university graduates. Complete Appendix A Outcomes using the system form. Outcomes discussed below should be the same as those in Appendix A. After completion of the MSSL, all students will be able to: apply various leadership models to organizational analysis and problem-solving; design a personal development plan that assesses individual leadership effectiveness; apply leadership skills necessary to cope with resistance to change; understand the impact of a diverse workforce on leadership practices and decision making; use qualitative and quantitative research methods to integrate critical judgment skills when forecasting; and develop a vision for a particular organization. B. What national instruments (examinations) are available to measure individual student achievement in this field? NONE C. How will mastery by individual students be demonstrated? Describe the specific examinations or processes to be used. This is to include external measures. 1 What will be the consequences for students who do not demonstrate mastery? Upon completion of the courses, students will have demonstrated mastery through examinations, projects, presentations, and papers. Each student will be required to work with a program-approved mentor during the course of study. 1 What national examination, externally evaluated portfolio or student activity, etc will be used to verify that individuals have attained a high level of competence and identify those who need additional work?

7 Each student will be required to complete a Capstone Project as the culminating event to accomplish the degree program. This final culminating project will be assigned during the Visioning Through Case Studies course and require that each student develop a year vision for a particular organization. 4. What instructional approaches and technologies will be used to teach courses in the program? This refers to the instructional technologies used to teach courses and NOT the technology applications students are expected to learn. The Master of Science in Strategic courses will be delivered online, in a synchronous manner, using the Desire to Learn (D2L) course management system. The D2L provides for the use of chat rooms, virtual office hours, video streaming, electronic submission of assignments, and student to student interaction. 5. Did the University engage any developmental consultants 2 to assist with the development of the curriculum? Were any professional or accrediting associations consulted during the development of the curriculum? What were the contributions of the consultants and associations to the development of curriculum? See also section 11 below. Dr. Lesta Van Der Wert Turchen assisted with review of curricula at other universities and of accreditation. She acquired the curriculum standards from the Academy of Strategic and Organizational (ASOL). The curriculum standards are general and do not provide specific criteria for courses. However, the proposed MSSL degree meets the ASOL curriculum standards. 6. Are students in the program expected to be new to the university, redirected from other programs or both? Complete the table and explain how the estimates were developed. Fiscal Years* 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Estimates FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 Students new to the university Students from other university programs = Total students in the program (fall) Program credit hours (major courses)** Graduates * Do not include current fiscal year. ** This is the total number of credit hours generated by students in the program in the required or elective program courses. The same numbers are used in Appendix B Budget. It is anticipated that incoming students will be new to the University. Transfers from the existing master's programs in Curriculum & Instruction, Business Services Management, and Integrative 2 Developmental consultants are experts in the discipline are hired by the university to assist with the development of a new program (content, courses, experiences, etc). Universities are encouraged to discuss the selection of developmental consultants with Board staff. See section 11 below.

8 Genomics are not expected. 7. If program accreditation is available, identify the organization and explain whether accreditation is required or optional, the resources required, and the University s plans concerning the accreditation of this program. The Academy of Strategic and Organizational (ASOL; is a member of the Allied Academies which is a non-profit organization chartered under the laws of North Carolina. The ASOL accreditation process, begun in 1997, requires that an institution have regional accreditation. An ASOL accreditation precondition requires: The degree program(s) to be accredited must have been in existence for a sufficient period of time to make possible an evaluation of quality. The institution should be able to produce information concerning graduates and their placement, and evidence of processes for curriculum development, and faculty development and evaluation. Given this precondition, BHSU will investigate cost and effectiveness at a later date. 8. Does the University request any exceptions to any Board policy for this program? Explain any requests for exceptions to Board Policy. If no exceptions are requested, enter None. NONE 9. Program Delivery A. Does the University request authorization to deliver this entire program at any offcampus locations? If yes, list location(s) and intended start date(s). NO B. Does the University request authorization to deliver this entire program by distance technology? If yes, identify delivery method(s) and intended start date(s). YES Start Date: Fall 2008 Delivery Method: Online The program will be submitted to the Electronic University Consortium (EUC) for approval through the quality assurance processes. C. Include off-campus tuition and site or delivery costs in the next section and in Appendix B. If off-campus or distance delivery authorization is not requested, enter None. All costs will be covered through self support tuition; the proposed budget is presented in the

9 next section. 10. Costs, Budget and Resources A. Explain the amount and source(s) of any one-time and continuing investments in personnel, professional development, release time, time redirected from other assignments, instructional technology & software, other O&M, facilities, etc needed to implement the proposed program. Address off-campus or distance delivery separately. BHSU is not requesting new state resources, student fees, or additional facilities for the proposed MSSL. The entire degree program will be delivered electronically and all costs will be covered through self support tuition. The first year expenses not covered through self support tuition from MSSL students will be generated through re-directing other University self support funds and will be used for online development of 8 new graduate classes and advertising to recruit new students for the MSSL graduate degree program. B. Complete Appendix B -- Budget and Resources. Table 1 and 2 should be provided to support BOR staff analysis. Please see Attachment Appendix B 11. Board Policy 2:1: Proposals for new graduate programs shall be evaluated by independent consultants retained by the Board. Provide the names, telephone numbers, and URLs of professional organizations, accrediting bodies, and journals (editors) who may be able to assist the Board staff with the identification of consultants. University Programs: Mountain State University, West Virginia; Phone: SUNY Buffalo State College, New York; Center for Studies of Creativity Phone: creativity@buffalostate.edu Columbia University, New York; on campus, collaboration with US Military Academy Phone: Academy of Strategic and Organizational (ASOL) The Academy of Strategic and Organizational Journal: Editorial Board is independent of Allied Academies; double blind, refereed journal, publishes theoretical

10 and empirical manuscripts in strategic and organizational leadership. Beverly Little, Editor, Western Carolina University, Contact through Allied Academies. Phone (828) ; Fax (828) Association of Educators, Inc. The Journal of Education No , phone or fax information provided. There is a complete list of editorial staff. Center for Strategic Studies Associated with the US Air Force and Air University, the Air War College Department of and Ethics website contains a link to faculty; awc.dl@maxwell.af.mil; Phone: (334) / 6093 / 8824; Fax Extension: 7225 & Organization Development Journal Peer reviewed articles on the practical application of leadership and organization development theory in order to identify its relevance for managerial practice. There is a complete list of editorial staff from the United Kingdom and the United States. Sage Journals Online Journal of & Organizational Studies: Peer reviewed articles on leadership and organizational studies, focusing in particular on the intersection of these two areas of study. 12. Additional Information. Additional information is optional. Use this space for information not requested above. Limit the number and length of additional attachments. Identify with capital letters. Letters of support are not necessary and are rarely included with Board materials. In some cases, response to questions from the Board or the Executive Director may be provided as appendixes to the original proposal. This item may be deleted if it is not used. Admission Requirements Entering students must Complete online application and self assessment of leadership potential Submit official BS/BA transcript from an accredited college/university with evidence of cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale Submit five letters of recommendation Faculty Development for Distance Delivery At BHSU, faculty development for Distance Delivery includes: Training in using Desire to Learn as the courseware management system Assistance from Instructional Designer in creating effective online courses

11 Individualized review of developed course using Quality Assurance process Recruitment Plan Prospective students will be recruited from graduating seniors from Black Hills State University, BHSU alumni, working adults in area businesses and service industries, and the ranks of active duty officers and NCOs at Ellsworth Air Force Base. Advertising will include: feature stories on the BHSU website, in the alumni magazine and online newsletter, in area newspapers, and on the Ellsworth Air Force Base. Program Management The proposed Masters of Science in Strategic is an interdisciplinary degree offered through the newly established Educational Outreach Program for Black Hills State University and will be managed by the Dean of Educational Outreach. The Educational Outreach office secretary will provide clerical assistance. Program Faculty Dr. David Wolff, History Professor; Baccalaureate and Master's degree from the University of Wyoming Ph.D. from Arizona State University. Research interests: natural-resource exploitation, including coal, gold, and human. Publications in South Dakota History, Mining History Journal, and The American Indian Quarterly. New book: Industrializing the Rockies: Growth, Competition and Turmoil in the Coalfields of Colorado and Wyoming, (University Press of Colorado). Professional participation in a variety of historical societies, and serves on the Board of Trustees of the South Dakota State Historical Society. Dr. James Hess, Psychology Professor; Bachelors from Oklahoma State University, Masters Degree from Oklahoma State, and Doctorate from Oklahoma State. Professional experience: Northern Black Hills business owner. Professional interests: Personality Theory, Clinical Psychology, Contemporary Human Behavior, Psychological Testing, Abnormal Psychology and Clinical Supervision. Dr. Ken Schallenkamp, Business Professor; BS in Education from Northern State (in South Dakota), MBA from the University of South Dakota and Juris Doctorate from the Washburn University School of Law in Topeka Kansas

12 Professional Experience: Loan officer/vice President and Branch Manager at Norwest Bank for 16 years, and university teaching for seven years. Entrepreneurial Skills Assessment: The Perspective of SBDC Directors first draft manuscript working paper. (Co-authored with William L. Smith) Survey of Small Business s in Kansas Relative to Awareness and Interest in Virtual Corporations, (Survey is completed; work being completed under funding from the Kansas Small Business Development Centers in Topeka) Dr. Ahrar Ahmad, Political Science Professor; MA degrees from the University of Waterloo in Canada and the University of Dhaka in Bangladesh PhD in Political Science from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. Professional experiences: Comparative Politics and International Relations; Fullbright fellowship in Bangladesh 2007/08. Research interests: evolution and role of the Third World state, post-colonial studies, and comparative political economy. Dr. Lee Pearce, Education Professor; BS in psychology and MS in counseling from South Dakota State University. Ed.D. in School Psychology from the University of South Dakota. Professional experiences: served as a psychologist and administrator in a variety of public school, agency, and private practice settings. Online teaching experience with BHSU. Research interests: Applied research methods, including program evaluation using qualitative and quantitative analysis; single subject research design; and, use of Predictive Modeling to forecast future performance. Dr. Kristi Pearce, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs; BS in Sociology from Northern State University. MA and EdD in Educational Psychology & Counseling from University of South Dakota. Professional Experiences: Alternative School Advisor; Online teaching experience with BHSU; Faculty Development Coordinator; MSCI Program Coordinator; and, Dean of Enrollment Services. Research interests: Use of Action Research, Ethnography, and Case Study methods of analysis.

13 Appendix A Black Hills State University Proposal for Master of Science in Strategic Individual Student Outcomes and Program Courses List specific individual student outcomes knowledge and competencies in each row. Label each column with a course prefix and number. Indicate required courses with an asterisk (*). Indicate with an X the courses that will provide the student with an opportunity to acquire the knowledge or competency listed in the row. All students should acquire the program knowledge and competencies regardless of the electives selected. Modify the table as necessary to provide the requested information for the proposed program. Individual Student Outcome (Same as in the text of the proposal) Student will apply various leadership models to organizational analysis and problem-solving Student will design a personal development plan that assesses individual leadership effectiveness Student will apply leadership skills necessary to cope with resistance to change Student will understand the impact of a diverse workforce on leadership practices and decision making Required Courses that Address the Outcomes SLDR SLDR SLDR SLDR SLDR SLDR SLDR SLDR 710* 728* 740* 748* 752* 770* 775* 695* X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Student will use qualitative and quantitative research methods to integrate critical judgment skills when forecasting Student will develop a vision for a particular organization X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 11-07AAC_4.A.4_BHSU_ms_strategic_leadershipPage 13 of 16 Last printed 11/1/2007 1:13:00 PM

14 Appendix A Black Hills State University - M.S. in Strategic 1. Assumptions 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Headcount & hours are from the request. FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 Fall headcount Program credit hours - State-Support Program credit hours - Self-Support 320 1,320 1,320 1,320 Faculty, Regular FTE Faculty Salary & Benefits, average $85,446 $85,446 $85,446 $85,446 Faculty, Adjunct - courses Faculty, Adjunct - per course $0 $0 $0 $0 Other FTE (see next page) Other Salary & Benefits, average $26,446 $26,446 $26,446 $26, Budget Salary & Benefits Faculty, Regular $85,446 $170,892 $170,892 $170,892 Faculty, Adjunct $0 $0 $0 $0 Other $12,000 $12,000 $0 $0 S&B Subtotal $97,446 $182,892 $170,892 $170,892 Operating Expenses Travel $0 $0 $0 $0 Contractual Services $0 $0 $0 $0 Supplies & materials $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 Capital equipment $0 $0 $0 $0 OE Subtotal $0 $0 $0 $0 Total $97,446 $182,892 $170,892 $170, Resources Self-support Tuition/Cr Hr $ $ $ $ Self-support tuition revenue $86,192 $355,542 $355,542 $355,542 Discipline fee (if any) $0 $0 $0 $0 University redirections $11,254 $0 $0 $0 Community/Employer $0 $0 $0 $0 Grants/Other $0 $0 $0 $0 Total Resources $97,446 $355,542 $355,542 $355,542 Resources Over (Under) Budget $0 $172,650 $184,650 $184,650 (Discuss in proposal) 11-07AAC_4.A.4_BHSU_ms_strategic_leadershipPage 14 of 16 Last printed 11/1/2007 1:13:00 PM

15 Provide a summary of program costs and resources in the answer to the proposal question on budget. Faculty Other Estimated salary (average) $70,000 $11,000 University's variable benefits rate (see below) Variable benefits $9,923 $9,923 Health insurance/fte (verify rate is current) $5,523 $5,523 Average Faculty S&B $85,446 $26,446 Explain faculty used to develop the average salary & fiscal year salaries used The FY08 salaries of 7 people across the colleges were averaged. Explain adjunct faculty costs used in table: No adjunct faculty costs will be accrued. Explain other salary & benefits shown in the table: 10% of the Educational Outreach Dean's salary will be paid. Summarize the operating expenses shown in the table: Course Development during first year. Advertising to recruit new cohorts each year. Summarize resources other than self-support tuition:

16 Self-Support Tuition Rates Benefits Rates Use current tuition rates FY08 Verify these are current Sioux Falls Undergraduate $ BHSU % Sioux Falls Graduate $ DSU % Outside Sioux Falls Undergraduate $ NSU % Outside Sioux Falls Graduate $ SDSM&T % Rapid City Undergraduate $ SDSU % Rapid City Graduate $ USD %