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What is Program Review?
What is Program Review?
Program Review at Scottsdale Community College isn’t just a checkbox — it’s a chance to take a meaningful look at where your program has been, where it’s going, and how we can help you get there.
It’s a collaborative and reflective process, designed to spark honest conversations, celebrate accomplishments, identify areas for growth, and set a clear path for the future. And you're not doing it alone.
We’ve built this process to ensure:
Support is baked in — you’ll have access to data experts, planning guidance, and cross-campus resources every step of the way.
Your insights feed directly into strategic planning and budget decisions, so your goals are truly heard (and you have the opportunity to request funding!).
The review cycle works with you, not against you — giving every unit support to reflect, plan, and grow!
Whether you’re dreaming up new strategies, fine-tuning existing ones, or tackling tough challenges, Program Review is your opportunity to shape the future — with the full backing of SCC behind you.
Program Review Process
Program Review Process
Program Review Consists of 3 Sessions:
Program Review Consists of 3 Sessions:
This is the first session in Program Review.
At this session, we discuss any data needs you might have outside of the standard data products we have developed to support this process.
We will talk about how to best define and capture your program and what type of peer comparisons or benchmarking you could use to evaluate your program offerings or services.
This is the second session in Program Review.
At this session, the Institutional Research office will present a prepared analysis of your program's data. We will fill out a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis based off of the data and our dialogue.
We will also discuss what resource teams you would like to have attend your planning session in order to support your long-term plan development. This could include Marketing, Budget Office, HR, Facilities, Assessment, etc.
This is the final session in Program Review.
At this session, we will develop your 3-4 year long-term plan. We will discuss strategies and actions, specifically for the first year of your plan. We will support your program in determining what resources might be needed in order to accomplish your goals.
You will leave this session with the first draft of your long-term plan. This plan will help prepare you for any resource requests you need to make in the annual planning and resource request process. You will also be prepared to address any targets your team will be working on as a part of the Strategic Action Framework.
Program Review Cycle
Program Review Cycle
Program Review FAQs
Program Review FAQs
Who facilitates Program Review?
Who facilitates Program Review?
Institutional Research and Academic Affairs leadership facilitate the process. Lori Lindenberg and Jamie Martin coordinate the cycle and schedules and coordinate the discussions during the sessions.
Crystal Morehouse and Adam Berardi from Institutional Research conduct the data review and facilitate that session.
Units are invited to bring anyone they would like from their unit to join the sessions and support the discussion.
How often does my unit complete review?
How often does my unit complete review?
With our current cycle, your unit will complete a Program Review every 4 years. However, we are exploring other options for accessing a program review earlier than the next cycle if needed.
What is the benefit of completing a review?
What is the benefit of completing a review?
Completing a Program Review gives your unit the chance to step back, reflect, and refocus — and it pays off in big ways. Here’s what you get out of it:
Clarity on What’s Working (and What’s Not) - You’ll take a close look at your data, outcomes, and experiences to understand where your strengths lie — and where your time and energy can make the biggest impact.
A Clear, Strategic Plan for the Future - Through structured reflection and support, you’ll come away with a real plan — not just for what to do next year, but for where your program wants to be 3–4 years from now.
A Stronger Voice in Institutional Planning - Your review feeds directly into the college’s budgeting and strategic planning cycles — which means your priorities are heard at the table when big decisions are made.
Access to the Support You Need - When you identify goals, you won’t be left to figure it out alone. The review process is intentionally designed to connect you with data, advising, marketing, financial aid, and any other unit you need to move your ideas forward.
Meaningful, Supported Improvement - This isn’t a compliance exercise — it’s a chance to create authentic change with the full support of the institution behind you.
Program Review Resources
Program Review Resources
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