One big thing:
Great data is crucial for informed decision-making in both education and business, leading to growth and success, writes Utah Valley Chamber President Curtis Blair in an op-ed for the Deseret News.
Why it matters:
As Utah’s businesses thrive on data-driven innovation, the higher education system must embrace similar principles to provide value to students and align with workforce needs.
Go deeper:
- Federal proposals like the College Cost Reduction Act and College Transparency Act aim to increase data transparency in higher education.
- Utah companies like Qualtrics, Ancestry, and Domo exemplify successful data utilization in business.
- Utah’s higher education institutions (UVU, WGU, RMU) are already leading in data-driven approaches to improve student outcomes.
- Supporting data-focused policies can equip students, parents, and institutions with the information needed to improve educational outcomes and contribute to economic growth.
The bottom line:
A commitment to data transparency and accountability in higher education, mirroring successful business practices, is essential for building a system that truly focuses on student success and aligns with workforce demands.
Read the full article at:
https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2024/10/12/data-driven-success-in-business-and-higher-education