The IPTICAR Guide on the Institutional Plan, Results-Based Management and CAP presents an integrated approach to governance and strategic management in higher education institutions.
The Institutional Plan enables each institution to clarify its identity, vision, priorities and ambitions. It provides the strategic framework through which the institution organises its development, partnerships, education, research, innovation and engagement with its wider environment.
Results-Based Management translates this vision into operational objectives, expected results, indicators, actions and monitoring mechanisms. It strengthens institutions’ capacity to measure progress, adjust decisions and develop a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement.
CAP complements this process by providing a framework for support and implementation adapted to institutional needs. Its integration with the Institutional Plan and Results-Based Management helps connect strategy, management and action, while facilitating coordination across different levels of governance.
The guide outlines the main stages involved in developing an institutional strategy: diagnosis, priority setting, formulation of expected results, selection of indicators, action planning, monitoring and capitalisation of achievements.
It is intended for leadership teams, quality managers, project officers, steering units, administrative services and staff involved in institutional transformation.
The objective is to help institutions move from short-term management practices towards a sustainable, structured and results-oriented project approach.