10 Miss. Code. R. 201-4.8 - Program Evaluation
A. The institution or entity shall establish adequate procedures for planning and evaluation, define in measurable terms its expected educational results, and describe how those results will be achieved.
B. Evaluation criteria shall include mission, labor market and state need, curriculum, enrollment, graduates, student placement, ability to finance each program of study, facilities and equipment, instructional practices, student services, public and private partnerships, qualifications of faculty and administrative personnel, and success of its students.
C. Relating to occupations where state or national licensure is required, graduates must pass the licensing examination at a rate acceptable to the related licensing agency, as applicable.
D. Prior to establishing a new degree program, the institution or entity shall evaluate the need for the proposed program of study through survey, research, or other means of measure. The capacity and ability of similar programs at public, private or independent institutions of higher education or other entities within Mississippi to meet market needs shall be considered. Information may include but not be limited to the following items:
Program Demand: Select one or both of the following to address student demand:
* Survey of Student Interest
* Number of surveys administered:
* Number of completed surveys returned:
* Percentage of students interested in program:
Include a brief statement that provides additional information to explain the survey.
* Include Market Analysis or Evidence of Labor Market Need
* Include Employment Opportunities for Graduates (state, region, nation)
Notes
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A. The institution shall establish adequate procedures for planning and evaluation, define in measurable terms its expected educational results, and describe how those results will be achieved.
B. Evaluation criteria shall include mission, labor market and state need, curriculum, enrollment, graduates, student placement, follow-up results, ability to finance each program of study, facilities and equipment, instructional practices, student services, public and private linkages, qualifications of faculty and administrative personnel, and success of its students.
C. Relating to occupations where state or national licensure is required, graduates must pass the licensing examination at a rate acceptable to the related licensing agency, as applicable.
D. Prior to establishing a new degree program, the institution shall evaluate the need for the proposed program of study through survey, research, or other means of measure. The capacity and ability of similar programs at public, private or independent institutions of higher education within Mississippi to meet market needs shall be considered.