When operating in a space as subjective as "placement" it is important to have detailed guidelines from an approved source to direct the decision.
Ensure accuracy of information when collecting data. Audits can fortify an institutions program.
The most important take away from this section is to make your requirements for what is considered a "placement" crystal clear with all of the folks in the Career Services Department and to use resources when needed
I appreciated the table comparing the different methods of verification, and I see how in my current role each play out. For example, we use surveys and 3rd party verifications. The 3rd party work is always expensive but comes back very accurate. Surveys have been found to vary in acuracy among graduates vs employers.
