Curriculum Development Timeline

1. Ideation & Market Analysis
   Faculty generate ideas. Enrollment Management and Marketing conduct labor market and enrollment feasibility analysis.
2. Curriculum & Feasibility Development
   Faculty design curriculum. Academic Operations, Advising, and others provide input on feasibility, costs, and student success.
3. College Approvals
   Review and approval by Department, College Curriculum Committee, and Collegial Assembly.
4. University Approvals
   Proposal submitted to the Office of the Provost, with reviews, a 10-day comment period, and approval by the Board of Trustees.
5. Implementation Planning
   Updates to Bulletin, websites, admissions systems, marketing materials, and student support plans.
6. Program Launch
   Application opens. Students can enroll in the new or revised program.

Total Estimated Timeline: 12–24 months from ideation to launch (longer if externally driven).

Faculty Curriculum Proposal Checklist

1. Pre-Proposal
   ☐ Engage in early consultation with:
   • Academic Operations (Program structure and feasibility)
   • Enrollment Management & Marketing (Market demand & recruitment)
   • Advising (Course sequence, flexibility, and transferability)
   • Field Experiences (if applicable)
   • Information Technology (Coding, systems)
2. Proposal Development
   ☐ Complete full curriculum draft
   ☐ Build sample student plans (e.g., 8-semester or 10-course sequence)
   ☐ Request data and cost modeling from Academic Operations
3. Internal College Review
   ☐ Submit proposal to Department Curriculum Committee
   ☐ Secure Collegial Assembly approval
   ☐ Submit final package to Dean's Office
4. University Review
   ☐ Assist Academic Operations with submission to Provost’s Office
   ☐ Monitor and respond to feedback from curriculum review teams
   ☐ Coordinate BOT approval (via Provost’s Office)
5. Post-Approval
   ☐ Coordinate launch timeline with Enrollment, Advising, and IT
   ☐ Update Bulletin and website content
   ☐ Notify current and admitted students of changes

Pro Tip: Invite administrative partners early and often to avoid roadblocks!

Curriculum Oversight Guide

For Associate Deans and Department Chairs:

Key Responsibilities

• Encourage early collaboration: Require faculty to consult with administrative units before drafting proposals.
• Coordinate workload and resources: Confirm the department can support the proposed program with staffing and scheduling.
• Verify alignment: Ensure proposed programs align with CEHD and Temple strategic goals.
• Facilitate approval workflow: Oversee timely submission to Department Curriculum Committee and Collegial Assembly.
• Communicate clearly: Ensure faculty are aware of timelines, expectations, and who to contact for guidance.

Red Flags to Watch For

• No early engagement with Enrollment Mangaement & Marketing, Academic Operations, or Advising
• Unclear course sequencing or missing pre/co-requisite structure
• Unrealistic enrollment targets or unvetted market demand
• No plan to support existing students during a phase-out

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