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Curriculog is a data management software that handles the workflow for proposals related to academic courses and programs at UMB. It is an electronic system that replaces the old paper One Form. Curriculog can be used to move many different types of proposals through the curriculum governance process (see Types of Proposals for more information). For most types of proposals, originators need to fill out the appropriate form in the Curriculog system and upload a series of additional documents that will be reviewed by various levels in the governance process.

Curriculog has three principal advantages over the old paper system. First, as an electronic system, it keeps track of the workflow so materials cannot get lost. If at any time a faculty member has questions about the status of their proposal, they can log into the system to see where it currently stands and who is responsible for advancing it to the next stage of review. The system also provides automatic updates to originators to let them know when their proposal clears a step.

Second, Curriculog has a comments function which decision makers are required to use. The comments function keeps track of conversations that occur at each level of review. Each review body, as well as the proposal originator, can easily track the conversation and see what issues and/or revisions (if any) have arisen throughout the governance process. This not only means that successive levels of review are facilitated by access to that documentation; it also helps to make the governance process more transparent.

Third, Curriculog automatically imports information directly from WISER for courses that already exist. This helps to ensure accuracy when transporting information about courses or programs directly into proposal forms. At the same time, it also significantly cuts down on workload for faculty, as it makes the process more straightforward when proposing changes to existing courses or programs. In addition, faculty can view examples of similar completed proposals, which is especially helpful if they are new to the process.

This webpage is designed to make the process for proposals clear and more transparent. It covers the most common kinds of proposals related to courses and programs, but it cannot be exhaustive. Curriculog is also a new system that will take a little time to get used to. As such, each college has a designated Curriculog contact person, who is available for assistance if you have questions about which form to use for your proposal or about the additional materials that you need to upload.