James P. Honan

James P. Honan is a Senior Lecturer on Education at Harvard University's Graduate School of Education (HGSE). He specializes in financial management of nonprofit organizations, organizational performance measurement, and higher education administration. Honan holds an Ed.D. from Harvard University (1989) and has extensive experience as a consultant for strategic planning and performance management in educational and nonprofit sectors globally. He serves as educational co-chair of the Institute for Educational Management (IEM) and teaches in executive education programs for educational leaders. His work emphasizes practical solutions for institutional challenges, including resource allocation and accountability systems.

Education:

• Ed.D., Harvard University, 1989

Research Interests: Honan focuses on nonprofit financial management, organizational performance, and leadership in K-12 and higher education systems. He explores how data-driven strategies can improve institutional decision-making and sustainability, particularly in under-resourced contexts. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with actionable tools for administrators.

Awards:

• Fussa Distinguished Teaching Award, Harvard University Extension School (1995)

Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, Honan’s consulting and teaching roles reflect his mentorship in institutional leadership. His professional engagements include roles at Lesley University and Harvard’s Office of Budgets, demonstrating deep institutional knowledge.

Labs/Teams: He is affiliated with the Institute for Educational Management (IEM) and collaborates with executive education programs at HGSE.