Further Reading
Quick Links:
- RCM Fundamentals
- WFUs for Dummies
- Discussion Paper: Thinking about RCM for Algonquin College (2013)
- Creating a Culture of Empowerment: A Responsibility Centered Management (RCM) Approach (2012)
- RCM: Lessons from 25 Years of Decentralized Management (NACUBO, 2002)
- Algonquin College RCM “Road Show” (May-June 2014)
- RCM at Kaleidoscope 2015
- RCM Advocacy Video
- Algonquin’s Transition to Responsibility Center Management
RCM Fundamentals
Posted Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Learn More About Implementing RCM at Your Institution
A two-part webinar presentation explores the principles of RCM and considerations for implementing this model on your campus.
Larry Goldstein (Campus Strategies, LLC) covers:
- Determining whether RCM is the right fit for your institution
- Assessing whether your institution is ready to implement RCM
- A review of issues associated with the RCM model
- Key considerations for an implementation timeline
- Case study examples: successful and unsuccessful examples of moving to RCM
RCM Fundamentals
- Webinar slides: Part 1 RCM Fundamentals part 1
- Webinar slides: Part 2 RCM Fundamentals part 2
WFUs for Dummies
Posted Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Weighted Funding Units (WFUs) are the currency of the Ontario college system.
Find out how this essential revenue stream is calculated and collected by the College.
WFU for Dummies November 2013 Final
Discussion Paper: Thinking about RCM for Algonquin College (2013)
Posted Tuesday, May 27, 2014
This feasibility study was prepared by Dr. Robert Zemsky (the Learning Alliance for Higher Education, University of Pennsylvania) and addresses three fundamental questions:
- How will full RCM differ from Algonquin’s current use of RCM principles?
- What are the major decisions Algonquin must make in order to transition to full RCM?
- How will authority and responsibility be divided across departments?
Creating a Culture of Empowerment: A Responsibility Centered Management (RCM) Approach (2012)
Posted Tuesday, May 27, 2014
This internal report prepared by the Algonquin Leadership in Education Institute Organizational Leadership Program (ALEI III) reflects the substance of discussions held in 2012 around RCM, college leadership and employee engagement.
The document outlines the strengths and limitations of RCM and recommends specific actions in transitioning toward full RCM at Algonquin.
Creating a Culture of Empowerment
RCM: Lessons from 25 Years of Decentralized Management (NACUBO, 2002)
Posted Tuesday, June 3, 2014
RCM specialists Jon C. Strauss and John R. Curry assess the highs and lows of RCM implementation in institutions of higher learning over its first 25 years of application.
RCM: Lessons from 25 Years of Decentralized Management
Algonquin College RCM “Road Show” (May-June 2014)
Posted Tuesday, June 3, 2014
This slide presentation by RCM Manager Sandy Finnigan introduces the basics of Responsibility Center Management and explains how Algonquin is moving toward full implementation of the strategic allocation model.
RCM at Kaleidoscope 2015
Posted Thursday, May 21, 2015
Finance Director Cathy Dempsey and RCM Manager Sandy Finnigan provided a behind-the scenes tour of the journey to Responsibility Center Management as it takes root across the College. Their presentation covered the reasons why Algonquin has chosen to go in this innovative direction and how a “Made at Algonquin” customized model balances the interests of programs and departments with the College as a whole.
Check out the presentation here!
RCM Advocacy Video
Posted Thursday, May 21, 2015
Algonquin administrators and staff share their insights about how they see RCM supporting their work.
“Made at Algonquin” RCM gains momentum!
Posted Thursday, May 28, 2015
RCM (Responsibility Centre Management) is becoming a familiar abbreviation as the project moves into the implementation phase. RCM empowers our academic and non-academic leaders to define their own directions by managing revenues as well as operating expenses. This decentralized approach promotes innovation, collaboration and entrepreneurship across the College.
On May 26, Claude Brulé (Senior VP, Academic) and Duane McNair (VP, Finance & Administration) gave a presentation about Algonquin’s leading-edge journey toward full RCM at the recent Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) Leading Change Conference in Winnipeg.
You can review their key speaking points as well as check out our new video about how RCM will benefit the whole college community.