Communication Department Heads: An Analysis of Positions Available 1990 through 1994.

Shelton, Michael W.

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ERIC Number: EJ553731

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Publication Date: 1997

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Communication Department Heads: An Analysis of Positions Available 1990 through 1994.

Shelton, Michael W.

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration (JACA), n3 p206-10 Sep 1997

Examines the qualifications and administrative responsibilities of department heads as listed in "Spectra," the Speech Communication Association's monthly newsletter. Finds that over 75% of the listings indicated the doctorate or other terminal degree as a requirement; over half wanted previous administrative experience; nearly 70% wanted teaching experience; also wanted was "strong, effective leadership." (PA)

Descriptors: Department Heads, Departments, Educational Research, Employment Qualifications, Higher Education, Job Applicants, Leadership, Speech Communication

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Language: English

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