Assessing Program Health Using Modern Analytics and Power BI

Thursday, May 28, 2026

9:45 AM - 10:30 AM East Coast USA Time

Location: Cherry Blossom

Institution Type: 4-year institutions

Target Audience: Any

Presenter(s)

AS

Andrew J. Sommer

Chief Data Officer
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Columbia, Missouri, United States
WJ

Wayne Jones, EdD

Associate Vice Chancellor of Institutional Effectiveness
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Rolla, Missouri, United States
RM

Rachel Morris, EdD (she/her/hers)

Director, Institutional Research
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Rolla, Missouri, United States

Session Abstract: This session demonstrates how universities can assess program health through modern analytics and Microsoft Power BI. We will cover the development of key financial, enrollment, productivity, and student success metrics; along with indices designed to provide consistent comparisons across programs. Attendees will see how Missouri S&T built dynamic dashboards to evaluate performance, support resource allocation, and inform strategic planning. We will also address common challenges such as fragmented data and misaligned cost centers, offering practical solutions to improve accuracy. By the end, participants will understand how to apply these tools and methods to strengthen institutional decision-making, enhance transparency, and promote financial sustainability.

Keywords: Program Health, dashboards, Power BI, financial stability, demographic cliff