Goal 5: Advance a Sustainable, Adaptable, and Operationally Efficient Institution
Kennesaw State will provide a high-quality education, supported by effective, efficient, and agile operations. All aspects of the educational and research missions throughout the university will be strengthened through optimized operational, physical, and fiscal infrastructure.
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Increase Operational Effectiveness and Sustainable Practices
- Conduct an operational review of key processes to advance institutional efficiencies.
- Develop scalability plans in strategic areas to support institutional growth.
- Enhance support infrastructure for research activity.
- Create and implement a Sustainability Master Plan.
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Optimize Information Systems and Strategy
- Establish formal governance protocols for the efficient use of information technology resources.
- Develop reporting solutions that support effective operational practices.
- Enable cross-functional digital transformation and optimization efforts.
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Strengthen Impact and Stewardship of Fiscal Resources
- Increase funding and impact of student scholarships and grants.
- Conduct regular reviews to improve cost optimization and streamline expenditures.
- Enhance the annual budgeting process to increase alignment with strategic priorities.
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Enhance the Physical Environment
- Optimize and enhance instructional space.
- Develop facilities to support research priorities.
- Increase on-campus student housing.
- Create and align spaces to support community and scholarly events.
Goal 5 in Action
Phone app boosts Kennesaw State's Takeout Club waste reduction initiative
Kennesaw State reopens state-of-the-art Crawford Lab research facility
Construction starting on Kennesaw State's newest residence hall
Building the future of STEM research: High-speed networking and data infrastructure at Kennesaw State
Supporting Student Success
Kennesaw State prioritizes efficiency and transparency in its operations, ensuring resources directly support instruction, scholarships, and student success. Through careful planning and strategic investment, we maximize and advance the university’s strategic mission.
| Metric | Current | 2028 Target |
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| Administrative Costs | ||
| Administrative to Instructional Cost Ratio (FY24) | 0.22 | TBD |
| Administrative Expenses per Student FTE (FY24) | $1,799 | TBD |
| KSU Advancement Mission-Specific Support | ||
| Year-Over-Year Endowment Balance | Forthcoming | $125M (FY27) |
| Student Scholarship Support | Forthcoming | $6.5M (FY27) |
| Student Oriented Processes | ||
*Last Updated: May 2025
