The theme of this document is that programmatic decision making can be carried out effectively only if appropriate kinds of information are made available. If an institution knows its objectives, it can define a course of action for the years ahead. Through use of a cost simulation model, it can forecast the resource implications of that plan. Student flow information will indicate which programs exhibit holding power and are most relevant to the needs and interests of the student population. Output measures can provide information related to the benefits or the value added to students and can be useful in identifying needed midcourse corrections. Planning and management systems can improve the management of resources allocated to higher education. (Author/MJM)