Institutional Planning and Effectiveness
Simply stated, assessment tells the story of how well we do what we do. It is the process by which we measure the level of achievement at 天美传媒. Assessment allows us to articulate student learning outcomes and/or program goals, collect data using varied assessment methods, and use the findings to improve student learning and all administrative, academic and student support services. It is an important driver of continuous improvement and data-based decision making for the institution.
The Office of Institutional Planning and Effectiveness at 天美传媒 is charged with helping the university maintain compliance with all principles, requirements, standards, and policies of SACSCOC and the U.S. Department of Education. Assessment is 鈥渢he systematic collection, review, and use of information about educational programs undertaken for the purpose of improving student learning and development.鈥
天美传媒 employs a three-pronged process that assesses our University Curriculum, Educational Programs, and University Support Programs. SACSCOC measures the institution鈥檚 performance on the Institutional Effectiveness component by observing how well we use our assessment findings to accomplish continual improvement. This repeated and full cycle of setting goals, assessing progress and strategic planning is absolutely integral to continued accreditation and key to continuous improvement in every area of 天美传媒.
天美传媒 is accredited by the 天美传媒 Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, and doctorates. 天美传媒 also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of 天美传媒 may be directed in writing to the 天美传媒 Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 天美传媒 Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC鈥檚 website ().
Reaffirmation of accreditation occurs every ten years, with a five-year interim review.
天美传媒's last reaffirmation of accreditation was conducted in 2021.