NACUBO Student Success Series

Join us for a dynamic multi-session webinar series that explores the intersection of strategic finance and student success. Designed for higher education professionals, this series examines practical strategies and tools to align financial practices with student-centered outcomes. Each session will spotlight Student Success Hub resources, equipping attendees with actionable insights for implementation. Featuring real-world perspectives from institutional leaders, this series is essential for those seeking to enhance financial sustainability while driving student success.

Session Info

Session 1: Unpacking the Intersection of Strategic Finance and Student Success 

February 25, 2025 | 3:15–4 pm ET

The NACUBO Student Success Hub was created to help intersect strategic finance practices with student success to create meaningful outcomes in higher education. This session examines the "what" and "why" behind this critical work, equipping business and finance professionals with insights to align financial strategies with student-centric goals. Discover how CBOs can leverage data, planning, and resource allocation to drive institutional effectiveness and enhance student achievement.

Session 2: Building Capacity for Improved Planning and Performance Outcomes: Ways of Working at the Intersection of Finance, Academics, and Student Outcomes

March 25, 2025 | 3:30–4 pm ET

Effective planning and budgeting in higher education require collaboration across disciplines. Aligning resource allocation with institutional goals and performance expectations demands a clear understanding of the “why” and “how” behind institutional operations. This webinar will provide actionable strategies for engaging diverse subject matter experts to create vision-aligned budgets that support institutional priorities, student success, accreditation requirements, and stakeholder needs. 

Session 3: Bridging Finance and Data: The Evolving Partnership Between CBOs and IR/IE Professionals

April 29, 2025 | 3–3:30 pm ET

As higher education faces increasing complexity, the need for collaboration between Chief Business Officers (CBOs) and Institutional Research (IR)/Institutional Effectiveness (IE) professionals has never been greater. Institutions striving for measurable student success outcomes find that aligning finance and data insights leads to more effective solutions. This session explores the critical role of these partnerships in driving strategic planning, resource allocation, and decision-making, with a focus on their direct impact on student outcomes. 

Session 4: CBOs as Agents of Change: Strengthening Collaborative Resource Planning Within the C-Suite and Beyond

May 22, 2025 | 2–2:45 pm ET

Collaborative resource planning is essential for building capacity, scaling initiatives, and sustaining institutional outcomes.  This session will share proven models and tools designed to foster collaboration between finance and non-finance professionals, supporting interdisciplinary planning and budgeting efforts. Participants will gain access to practical resources from the NACUBO Student Success Hub to enhance their approach to collaboration and institutional success. 

Session 5: Centering Student Outcomes in Strategic Financial Practices

June 18, 2025 | 3–3:30 pm ET

How can business and finance leaders prioritize student success in their strategic decisions to promote equity and achieve measurable outcomes? This session highlights the critical role of financial leadership in driving student-centered initiatives. Participants will gain actionable strategies to align financial practices with institutional goals, empowering CBOs to champion equity and foster consistent student success in the ever-evolving higher education landscape. 

Session 6: Elevating Financial Acumen in Student Affairs

July 9, 2025 | 3–3:30 pm ET

Strong resource management is crucial for Student Affairs divisions to support institutional priorities and student success. However, many professionals face barriers to accessing essential financial training. This session will provide actionable strategies to advocate for funding, strengthen financial literacy, and foster effective collaboration with chief financial officers and budget managers.