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University Manager 2014 Fall

Unlocking the potential of collaborative procurement Governance and management underpin a university’s credit rating

Tags: Collaboration, Procurement, Shared Services, University Manager

September 17, 2014

University Manager 2014 Summer

Governance and management underpin a university’s credit rating, Charting a data-driven strategy

Tags: Benchmarking, Credit Ratings, Debt/Financing, Facilities, Financial Management, Governance, Management, Strategic Planning, University Manager

June 17, 2014

University Manager 2014 Spring

At Your Service: Fostering Efficiency and Effectiveness of Administrative and Financial Function

Tags: Financial Management, Process Efficiencies, Resource Allocation, University Manager

April 17, 2014

The Teaching and Learning Spaces Working Group: An innovative approach to classroom planning and resource management

Tue Teaching and Learning Spaces Working Group (TLSWG) process could be adapted or transferred to other postsecondary institutional settings. Specific features integral to success include: – Shared leadership by co-chairs from academic and operations sides of the institution – A single source of funding paired with a collaborative decision-making body composed of all stakeholders in … Continue reading "The Teaching and Learning Spaces Working Group: An innovative approach to classroom planning and resource management"

April 16, 2014

Bonfire: A new ‘Best Practice’ tool for the Competitive Bid (RFx) Evaluation Process

Ryerson and Laurier worked closely with Bonfire to ensure their system meets the unique requirements of universities while addressing the new BPS procurement directives. Specifically, Bonfire shaped its system to accommodate the varying forms of procurement styles (e.g., contract A/B and the negotiated RFP model) including higher accountability standards for BPS organizations. The company also … Continue reading "Bonfire: A new ‘Best Practice’ tool for the Competitive Bid (RFx) Evaluation Process"

April 16, 2014

RYERSON UNIVERSITY’S FINANCIAL SERVICES CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

There are financial aspects to every department of an academic institution, and postsecondary organizations across Canada are facing increased pressure on their budgets and overall accountability. Yet in many cases, faculty and staff who are responsible for managing or administering budgets and money issues have little financial background, and they report not just a lack … Continue reading "RYERSON UNIVERSITY’S FINANCIAL SERVICES CERTIFICATE PROGRAM"

April 16, 2014

Achieving Facilities Management Success Utilizing a Highly Effective Work Management Process

April 16, 2014

Implementation of a new and improved event management system

April 16, 2014

University Manager 2014 Winter

Mutual Benefit: The Relationship between Universities & Government, A New Era of Biosafety and Security is Dawning, Collaborative Procurement in Post-Secondary Education:The Attributes of a Successful Consortium, The Big Picture: Developing Energy Management Plans for University Campuses

Tags: Collaboration, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Health and Safety, Facilities, Government Relations, Operations and Maintenance, Procurement, Risk Management, Shared Services, University Manager

January 17, 2014

University Manager 2013 Spring

Revenue from Real Estate: Land as a Revenue Generator for Canadian Universities and Colleges | To Self-assess or not to Self-assess: When to Pay GST/HST on Imported Goods

Tags: Ancillary Services, Benchmarking, Facilities, Financial Management, Investing, Revenue Diversification, Risk Management, Sales Tax, Space Planning, Taxes, University Manager

April 17, 2013