Rule 10-201-4.8 - Program EvaluationA. The institution shall establish adequate procedures for planning and evaluation, define in measurable terms its expected educational results, and describe how those results will be achieved.B. Evaluation criteria shall include mission, labor market and state need, curriculum, enrollment, graduates, student placement, follow-up results, ability to finance each program of study, facilities and equipment, instructional practices, student services, public and private linkages, qualifications of faculty and administrative personnel, and success of its students.C. Relating to occupations where state or national licensure is required, graduates must pass the licensing examination at a rate acceptable to the related licensing agency, as applicable.D. Prior to establishing a new degree program, the institution shall evaluate the need for the proposed program of study through survey, research, or other means of measure. The capacity and ability of similar programs at public, private or independent institutions of higher education within Mississippi to meet market needs shall be considered.10 Miss. Code. R. 201-4.8