Strategic Planning at Macquarie University Sport & Recreation
In early 2005, Macquarie University Sport & Recreation used the same approach to strategic planning that Michael Fullan had described as “exciting and inspiring” in the context of schools and school districts.
They were fed up with creating strategic plans that made for good door stops and not much else. And they knew that the right approach would result in enthusiasm and engagement from all relevant internal and external stakeholders
They held a 1 day forum with 60 attendees representing MUSR Board, MUSR staff, Club reps, students, University staff and external partners.
CEO, Deidre Anderson described the outcomes as ‘fantastic’.
In fact, they found the approach so effective that later in the year, Macquarie University used it to develop a new world class sports management academic program including students, elite sports people, sports industry professionals and education (including University, TAFE and schools).
Now, I know that this isn’t a school (obviously). But exactly the same principles and approach apply to schools and school districts.
If you are a school leader, school staff member, parent or student who is interested in school change, I strongly recommend that you take a look at this Community Based Organisational Development Case Study on Macquarie University Sport & Recreation.
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