ASAC STRATEGIC PLAN
The Adkerson School of Accountancy has a new vision and mission to focus its future direction . On February 24 , 2016 , a months-long initiative culminated in approval of a five-year strategic plan for the School . Implementation began immediately .
“ We now have a strong tactical plan for building on what has already been achieved , to secure Mississippi State ’ s place as a nationally preeminent institution for accounting education and research ,” states ASAC Director Dr . Shawn Mauldin .
“ We started the process early last fall with the appointment of a strategic planning committee and through an online SWOT analysis sought the input of key stakeholders – faculty , alumni , employers , students , Advisory Council members and staff involved in recruitment , advancement and career services ,” says Mauldin . “ On December 3 , 2015 , we brought them together in a professionally facilitated retreat . Interacting in large and small groups , these stakeholders offered feedback about our core values , vision , mission and long-term goals . The committee then compiled the participants ’ input and , with continued involvement of stakeholders , finalized a strategic plan .”
“ This is not a document that will collect dust on a shelf like so many other strategic plans do ,” continues Mauldin . “ We have a faculty committee and an Advisory Council oversight committee that will ensure we stay focused and on task .”
Committee members with Mauldin included faculty members Dr . Nathan Berglund , Assistant Professor ; Dr . Kevin Ennis , Associate Professor ; Dr . John Rigsby , Associate Professor ; Steve Sanders , Instructor and Dr . Brad Trinkle , Assistant Professor .
Following are some of the plan ’ s highlights .
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