
The institution involves stakeholders in the formulation of an Institution Development Plan (IDP) which is crucial for ensuring that the plan is comprehensive, feasible and aligned with the needs and expectations of those it aims to serve.
Institution Development Plan (IDP) consists of internal stakeholders such as faculty, staff, administrators and students. Each group has unique insights and needs that are essential for a holistic development plan. Alumni and industry members are also included as external stakeholders.
Initially, the consultations starts by gathering initial inputs from stakeholders through surveys, interviews and focus groups. This helps in identifying the primary areas of concern and opportunities for development.
The stakeholders are informed about the progress of the plan and seek their feedback at key stages. This ensures that the plan remains relevant and adjusts to any new insights or changes in the environment.
A clear and accessible communication channels for stakeholders to share their ideas, concerns and feedback is established and transparency is ensured. The feedback received is addressed and implemented and ensured that it is aligned with the stakeholder expectations.