Suny Sail Institute

the sail institute is grounded on the concept that colleges and universities need leaders who are strategic and innovative as well as have a firm understanding of the special nature of the academic core of the institutions that they serve. through our programs, services, and analysis, the sail institute seeks to advance understanding and development of the next generation of leaders in higher education. strategic leadership: leaders need to be able to create, execute, and communicate strategies that strengthen the long-term success of organizations and sustain (if not grow) its long-term financial stability. far too many institutions of higher learning have sought to be all things to all people. however, in resource constrained environments, leaders need to be able to identify strategies that strengthen and position their institutions for future success. such strategies may include identifying niche programs, using data to identify strengths and weakness, developing internal and extern