Curriculum Development Timeline
- Ideation & Market Analysis
Faculty generate ideas. Enrollment Management and Marketing conduct labor market and enrollment feasibility analysis. - Curriculum & Feasibility Development
Faculty design curriculum. Academic Operations, Advising, and others provide input on feasibility, costs, and student success. - College Approvals
Review and approval by Department, College Curriculum Committee, and Collegial Assembly. - University Approvals
Proposal submitted to the Office of the Provost, with reviews, a 10-day comment period, and approval by the Board of Trustees. - Implementation Planning
Updates to Bulletin, websites, admissions systems, marketing materials, and student support plans. - Program Launch
Application opens. Students can enroll in the new or revised program.
Total Estimated Timeline: 12–24 months from ideation to launch (longer if externally driven).
Faculty Curriculum Proposal Checklist
- Pre-Proposal
☐ Engage in early consultation with:- Academic Operations (Program structure and feasibility)
- Enrollment Management & Marketing (Market demand & recruitment)
- Advising (Course sequence, flexibility, and transferability)
- Field Experiences (if applicable)
- Information Technology (Coding, systems)
- Proposal Development
☐ Complete full curriculum draft
☐ Build sample student plans (e.g., 8-semester or 10-course sequence)
☐ Request data and cost modeling from Academic Operations - Internal College Review
☐ Submit proposal to Department Curriculum Committee
☐ Secure Collegial Assembly approval
☐ Submit final package to Dean's Office - University Review
☐ Assist Academic Operations with submission to Provost’s Office
☐ Monitor and respond to feedback from curriculum review teams
☐ Coordinate BOT approval (via Provost’s Office) - Post-Approval
☐ Coordinate launch timeline with Enrollment, Advising, and IT
☐ Update Bulletin and website content
☐ Notify current and admitted students of changes
Pro Tip: Invite administrative partners early and often to avoid roadblocks!
Curriculum Oversight Guide
For Associate Deans and Department Chairs:
Key Responsibilities
- Encourage early collaboration: Require faculty to consult with administrative units before drafting proposals.
- Coordinate workload and resources: Confirm the department can support the proposed program with staffing and scheduling.
- Verify alignment: Ensure proposed programs align with CEHD and Temple strategic goals.
- Facilitate approval workflow: Oversee timely submission to Department Curriculum Committee and Collegial Assembly.
- Communicate clearly: Ensure faculty are aware of timelines, expectations, and who to contact for guidance.
Red Flags to Watch For
- No early engagement with Enrollment Mangaement & Marketing, Academic Operations, or Advising
- Unclear course sequencing or missing pre/co-requisite structure
- Unrealistic enrollment targets or unvetted market demand
- No plan to support existing students during a phase-out
Need Support?
Email cehdops@temple.edu for guidance or to request a curriculum consultation meeting.