Book excerpt: As higher education institutions face challenges like technological advancements, student demographics, and funding constraints, effective strategic management is essential. This involves enhancing institutional capabilities through improved governance, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. By prioritizing strategic planning and capacity building, academic institutions can remain relevant and responsive to the needs of students, faculty, and the broader community. Further research empowers universities to achieve sustainable growth and fulfill their educational and social objectives. Building Organizational Capacity and Strategic Management in Academia explores the crucial role of leadership and strategic management in boosting the capacity and effectiveness of higher education institutions. It examines the complex dynamics of organizational change, innovation, and sustainable growth within the setting of academia. This book covers topics such as brand management, information technology, and strategic planning, and is a useful resource for business owners, academicians, educators, managers, computer engineers, scientists, and researchers.