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With new safeguards rule, cybersecurity programs become even more critical for higher ed

University Business

If they don’t, they may be unable to participate in Title IV programs and award federal financial aid. That is the result of the June 9 effective date for the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) updated rule on safeguarding consumer information, a component of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA).

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OPM and Third-Party Servicers Update; Your Turn to Inform the Department of Ed

WCET Frontiers

Their February 15 press release ( see our post about it ) provides opportunities to inform the Department on two separate but related topic areas. If so categorized, the service is subject to additional regulatory oversight which includes reporting, annual audits, and program reviews. Remember that your voice is important.

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Better Conversations and Faster Decisions: Understanding Buyer Psychology

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

But in a world overflowing with choices and information, institutions should adapt to the changes and evolve to see prospective students as customers. Information: The Digital Storefront Before connecting with potential students’ emotions, institutions must first lay the foundation for a buying decision to be made.

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Social Media Listening Tips to Guide Your School Towards Success

HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

This year, for example, we will see a growing reliance on social media platforms for customer service and as valuable sources for school and program reviews. By analyzing this information, they can tailor their strategies, products, and services to align with their audience’s preferences and trends in the broader market.

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How I Reduced the DFW Rate

Today's Learner

Reading Time: 5 minutes Sandy Keeter is a Professor in the Information Technology department at Seminole State College What is a DFW rate? The term “DFW rate” refers to the percentage of students in a course or program who receive a D or F, or who withdraw (W) from the course.

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What universities should do now in the uncertain OPM landscape

EAB

In this podcast episode, EAB’s Carla Hickman and David Kuehl trace the evolution of online program managers and offer advice to today’s university leaders on how to partner with OPMs to boost online enrollment. Conduct course audits to ensure your course content is up to date with today’s technology and in-demand skills.

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The benefits and process of EQUIS Accreditation for European Higher Education

Creatrix Campus

Self-assessment Institutions that pass the pre-assessment visit must complete a self-assessment report that provides detailed information on their management education, including their mission, vision, and values, program portfolio, faculty qualifications, research output, internationalization efforts, and corporate connections.