Building Institutional Capacity through Market Research

Data-driven strategies can strengthen theological schools.
March 21, 2025
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In this first episode, “The Role of Market Research in Theological Education,” guests Elizabeth Scarborough Johnson (SimpsonScarborough) and Paige Booth (Marketing Wayfinder) discuss how data-driven strategies can strengthen theological schools.

For boards and leaders navigating new program development or re-evaluating existing offerings, this episode offers key insights to help institutions thrive. Topics include understanding market demand for programs; conducting competitor analysis; aligning offerings with student needs; and building a sustainable business model.


Strategic Shorts, a video series designed to strengthen institutional capacity in theological education, features host Dr. David Rowe asking 2 industry experts 3 questions on critical topics relevant to theological education.

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