AM26: Transforming the Higher Education Operating Model
Live Event: 07/21/2026 at 11:30 AM (EDT)
Change is required to create sustainability in colleges and universities. While this point is well known in the chief finance officer/controller community, getting institutional buy-in to true transformational ideas from faculty, students, and other administrators can be challenging. This panel includes three universities that have embarked on a series of transformation initiatives in order to revamp and revitalize their operating models. You’ll hear how they have assessed and evolved their academic delivery models, reduced institutional costs, improved revenues, or merged with other institutions to expand their geographic footprint.
Learning Objectives
- Discuss key lessons learned through university transformations.
- Identify ways in which you can better interact with campus stakeholders.
- Determine the best strategies you can lead through transformation at your campus.
CPE Available: 1.5 Credits in Specialized Knowledge
Each individual must register and attend separately to earn credit.

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Event Information
- Level: Intermediate
- Prerequisites: Minimum 1-2 years of experience as a professional in higher education or a related private industry.
- Advanced Preparation: None
- Delivery Mode: Group internet based
- Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
- Length: 75 minutes
Steps to Earn CPE Credit
You can only earn credit for attending the session live. CPE credit cannot be earned for watching the recordings.
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- Pass the CPE codeword quiz. Write down the codewords posted in the Zoom chat at random times throughout the session and complete the quiz at the end of the session.
- Submit the CPE check-out code displayed at the end of the session.
- Download your CPE certificate.
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