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Continuous Improvement Centre of Excellence

In a large and complex organization like UBC, changes — whether planned or unplanned — are constantly happening. The Center of Excellence (CoE) of the Vice-President Finance & Operations (VPFO) Project Management Office (PMO) was created in 2021 to help us navigate these changes. By committing to operational excellence and continuous improvement we can work … Continue reading "Continuous Improvement Centre of Excellence"

June 10, 2024

Inclusive Physical Space Framework

The Inclusive Physical Space Framework is an open resource document focusing on design principles and strategies to create sustainable, accessible, and wellness-focused physical space on campus. It leverages existing technical standards and the value proposition of the campus community to help design decision-makers identify what is essential to include in a physical building to meet … Continue reading "Inclusive Physical Space Framework"

June 10, 2024

UNIVERSITY MANAGER 2024 SPRING

Tags: Conference, Data Analytics, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Institutional Planning, Internationalization, Resource Allocation, Strategic Planning, University Manager

April 24, 2024

Unveiling the Hidden Impact of Scope 3 in University Supply Chains – February 22, 2024

Date: February 22, 2024 Duration: 90 minutes Presenters: Mary M. Aylesworth, Director, Financial Operations, Simon Fraser University Thierry Gras Chouteau, Climate Change Advisor, Sustainable Development Unit, Vice-Rectorate of Administration and Finance, Université de Montréal Stéphanie H. Leclerc, Program Manager, Sustainable Procurement, Procurement Services, McGill University Host: Gwen Toole, Community Practice Leader, CAUBO Procurement TLAG Click here to download … Continue reading "Unveiling the Hidden Impact of Scope 3 in University Supply Chains – February 22, 2024"

Tags: Change Management, Climate Change, Compliance and Monitoring, Procurement, Strategic Planning

February 27, 2024

UNIVERSITY MANAGER 2024 WINTER

Tags: Conference, Governance, Organizational Development, Student Housing, University Manager

January 9, 2024

Operating Model, Roles, and Responsibilities in Data Governance – November 2, 2023

Date: November 2, 2023 Duration: 90 minutes Presenters: Riphay Al-Hussein, Senior Manager, Data Driven Campus, Deloitte Canada Zamyla Chan, Lead, Artificial Intelligence and Higher Education, Deloitte Canada Chris Gaschler, Associate Vice-President, Information and Communications Technology, University of Saskatchewan Mario Morgado, Partner, Data Driven Campus, Deloitte Canada Daniel Therrien, Associate Vice-President, Integrated Planning, Concordia University Click here … Continue reading "Operating Model, Roles, and Responsibilities in Data Governance – November 2, 2023"

Tags: Best Practices, Governance, Models, Professional Development, Strategic Planning

November 3, 2023

Data Governance Capabilities – October 12, 2023

Date: October 12, 2023 Duration: 90 minutes Presenters: Riphay Al-Hussein, Senior Manager, Data Driven Campus, Deloitte Canada Patrick Cernea, Director, Data Strategy and Governance, Office of Institutional Planning and Analysis, York University Zamyla Chan, Lead, Artificial Intelligence and Higher Education, Deloitte Canada Margaret Kierylo, Assistant Vice-President, Institutional Planning and Chief Data Officer, York University Mario Morgado, Partner, … Continue reading "Data Governance Capabilities – October 12, 2023"

Tags: Best Practices, Governance, Models, Professional Development, Strategic Planning

October 16, 2023

UNIVERSITY MANAGER 2023 FALL

Tags: Best Practices, Data Governance, Investing, Leadership, Pension and Benefits, Recruitment & Onboarding, Space Planning, Strategic Planning, University Manager

October 2, 2023

CAUBO 2023: Main Conference Presentations

Click below to download available CAUBO 2023 Main Conference presentations. Looking for the functional seminars? Visit the presentations page for CAUBO 2023’s functional seminars. PLENARY SESSIONS Tuesday, May 9, 2023 Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Tags: 2023, Ancillary Services, Best Practices, Deferred Maintenance, Digital Transformation, Engagement, Enterprise Risk Management, Financial Management, Governance, Hybrid Work Arrangement, Information Technology, Institutional Planning, Labour Relations, New Builds, Presentations, Responsible Investing and Divestment, Student Relations

September 26, 2023

CAUBO 2023: Functional Seminars Presentations

Click below to download available CAUBO 2023 functional seminars’ presentations. Looking for the main conference sessions? Visit the presentations page for CAUBO 2023’s main conference. Monday, May 8, 2023

Tags: 2023, Academic Administration, Best Practices, Carbon Footprint, Continuous Improvement, Culture, EDI (Equity - Diversity - Inclusion), Environmental Health and Safety, Facilities, Financial Reporting, Human Resources, Hybrid Work Arrangement, Leadership, Organizational Models, Presentation, Sustainability, Wellness and Mental Health

September 26, 2023