Frequently Asked Questions - Loyola Marymount University

Why now?

LMU's current Strategic Plan, entitled Forming Leaders Who Transform the World, has guided the university's decisions and actions since 2012 and is due to expire in 2020. The complex process of crafting a new strategic plan to take LMU through 2026 took over a year to complete.

What is the usual structure of a Strategic Plan?

The general structure of a strategic plan consists of the following:

Mission
Core Values
Environmental Scan and Gap Analysis
Vision
Strategic Issues
Goals, Objectives, Strategies, Tactics, and Metrics
Implementation
Assessment

Why should I care about LMU’s next Strategic Plan?

LMU's strategic plan for 2021-2026 affects everyone in the LMU community. The plan determines the university's highest priorities over the next five years and will guide allocation of the university's financial resources, attention, time, and effort through 2026.