27 September 2017 
Jen Summerton, Executive Director
HESPA and Wonkhe are hosting an engaging one-day conference to explore key issues for strategic planning in higher education. The event will build on the work of HESPA’s Strategy Interest Group and the recently-published professional guide to Higher Education Strategy and Planning.
With expert input from a range of perspectives, the programme will cover strategic thinking, and managing strategically. There will be opportunity for engagement between delegates to work on practical ways of overcoming barriers to effective strategy in institutions. The event is generously supported by specialist consultancy Parthenon EY and will take place at their London offices.
Who should attend?
The event is suitable for staff working in planning, policy and leadership in any institution. It will be of use to experienced practitioners and those new to strategy development in higher education.
Confirmed speakers:
Anna Barber, Head of Strategic Planning, The Open University
Professor Stuart Corbridge, Vice Chancellor and Warden, Durham University
John Pritchard, Director of Strategic Planning, Durham University
Matt Robb, Managing Director, Parthenon EY
Professor Mary Stuart, Vice Chancellor, University of Lincoln
Ant Bagshaw, Deputy Director, Wonkhe
