New Perspective on Building Strategy in Public Education Institution

The standard responses to public sector management issues in developing countries have failed in some respect to attend its agenda. Proceeding with so many intangibles and uncertainties managers need to find a new approach using better strategic planning indicating to institutions how to reach goals and achieve its intended vision. IFTO is a federal institute of education in the heart of Brazil. Its mission is to provide educational, scientific and technological development in the state of Tocantins through personal training and professional qualification. This case study presents how IFTO transformed itself by using a new planning tool.