Organization and Administration in Higher Education

ISBN 10: 0415892708 / ISBN 13: 9780415892704

Published by Routledge, 2012

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Organization and Administration in Higher Education
• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415892708
• ISBN 13: 9780415892704
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Efficiency, focus, and accountability have become the defining standards for contemporary higher educational leaders. Situating strategic planning and budgeting within the organization and administration of higher education institutions, Organization and Administration in Higher Education provides effective and proven strategies for today’s change-oriented leaders. Bringing together distinguished administrators from two-year, four-year, public, and private colleges and universities, this volume provide both practical and effective guidance on the intricacies of the institutional structure, its functional activities, and contingency planning. Coverage includes:

• Key leadership positions and expectations
• Faculty and student governance
• Accreditation and assessment
• Budget processes
• Curriculum alignment
• Philanthropic efforts
• Human resource development
• Legal considerations
• Strategic planning
• Crisis management

Effective planning and administration can elevate an institution in critical ways, by enhancing recruitment and retention, strengthening student life, increasing outside support and private giving, and advancing a reputation for excellence. This practical and authoritative guide orients future and current administrators to the major areas of an academic institution and will assist higher education administrators in leading their institutions to excellence.

About the Author

Patrick J. Schloss, Ph.D., is Assistant Executive Vice Chancellor for Retention, Progression, and Graduation for the University System of Georgia and former President of Valdosta State University, USA.

Kristina M. Cragg, Ph.D., is Associate Vice President of Institutional Research at Bridgepoint Education, USA.