Strategic Plan

 

 

Building Our Future

2035 Leeds' Strategic Plan for the Future

 

 

Introduction

We are at a pivotal moment. Business and higher education are undergoing rapid transformation. Leeds is prepared to meet this moment with confidence. Over the past decade, we have advanced our mission through academic excellence, values-based leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and bold innovation—establishing Leeds as a nationally recognized business school with growing impact.

This plan builds on that foundation. It focuses on four strategic priorities: preparing students for lifelong career success; expanding research and interdisciplinary reach; transforming graduate education; and fostering a thriving, inclusive community. These priorities respond to the evolving needs of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and corporate partners—and to the broader challenges facing society.

At Leeds, we believe business should be a force for good. Through this plan, we align our people, programs, and partnerships to develop principled, career-ready leaders who create meaningful change.

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Guiding Elements for Leeds' Strategic Plan

As we chart our course for the next decade, five interconnected elements will drive Leeds' Strategic Plan. 

 

 

Number 1

Mission, Vision and Values

  • Our mission will define our core purpose and objectives
  • Our vision will articulate Leeds' long-term aspirations
  • Our values will serve as guiding principles that shape our culture and inform strategic decisions

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Number 2


Pillars of Impact 

Five key pillars of impact define the coutomces we aim to achieve in the next ten years. 

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Number 3


Ongoing Priorities 

The goal of defining ongoing priorities is to align with Leeds’ mission and vision while establishing a strong foundation for operational excellence across all academic and administrative units. This process includes self-studies across all disciplines within academic divisions, Centers of Excellence, and both undergraduate and graduate programs. 

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Number 4


Strategic Priorities 

To address key opportunities and challenges over the next decade, four strategic priorities will drive innovation, academic excellence and community impact within Leeds.

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Enablers

The goal of Enablers is to provide the essential support structures needed to execute Leeds’ strategy effectively, ensuring the successful achievement of initiatives and priorities. To successfully implement our strategic initiatives, we're strengthening core operational areas across Leeds including Finance and Administration, Marketing and Communication, and Advancement.  

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How it Fits Together

2035 Leeds Strategic Plan is built on the series of interconnected elements described above.

Mission, Vision and Values


Updates and Questions

This is where we’ll post the latest updates, progress reports and need-to-know information. To support Leeds strategic planning initiative or learn more about the planning process, email deankhatri@colorado.edu.