Kansas City University
Shaping the Future of Healthcare Through Strategic Growth
The Challenge
Founded in 1916, Kansas City University (KCU) is one of the nation’s original colleges of osteopathic medicine and a cornerstone of medical education in the Midwest. Today, KCU is the largest provider of physicians in Missouri and the second-largest in Kansas, with growing programs that reflect its continued commitment to innovation in healthcare education. Recent expansions include a Clinical Psychology doctoral program, an MS in Biomedical Science, multiple dual-degree offerings, and the launch of the College of Dental Medicine in Joplin.
How We Helped
In 2022, KCU engaged Tripp Umbach to facilitate a comprehensive strategic planning process aligned with the university’s mission of excellence in education, research, patient care, and community service. Through extensive stakeholder interviews and institutional analysis, Tripp Umbach identified strategic growth priorities and actionable initiatives to guide KCU’s development from 2022 to 2027.
The Impact
With insights from Tripp Umbach’s facilitation, KCU adopted a five-year strategic plan centered on five core institutional goals that will drive academic innovation, expand community partnerships, and strengthen KCU’s national leadership in healthcare education. With its century-long legacy and forward-looking strategy, KCU is poised to enhance the well-being of the communities it serves and continue its mission of changing healthcare for good.