As the master's education market continues to expand, Indonesia will be amongst the key markets, especially for the MBA program. Universities are faced with challenges and opportunities in acquiring the increasing MBA market. The present study uses conjoint analysis to explore Indonesia's MBA market preferences in choosing a university by…

This document contains the survey data and tables for the report "An Evaluation of Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act Funding for Postsecondary Institutions." In January and February 2021, National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) collaborated with Student Affairs Administrators in Higher…

The US Agency for International Development (USAID) Education Policy, (the Policy) effective November 2018, guides Agency-wide investments in education and is the primary source of direction for all education programming. The Policy outlines key principles and priority areas that are critical to supporting countries on their journey to…

One of the key factors that contribute to effective management of schools is the professional development of principals. The role of the principal has become more complex with the dynamic and constant reforms in the educational environment. The present study focuses on the professional development of principals in New Zealand and Singapore. The…

Given the current economic constraints facing the country, school districts in the U.S. have been pushed to develop annual budgets through a new lens and to accept the reality that budget adoption is a complex, political process. Whether a school district is rich or poor, growing or declining in enrollment, serving a specialized population or…

Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis developed an economic model for resource allocation in its dental school and undergraduate business administration program, using responsibility centered management and total quality management techniques. The evolution, design, results, and limitations of the model are discussed. (MSE)

The handbook provides for the administrator of Adult English as a Second Language Programs detailed information in the following areas of program design: program requirements and funding, program development, program implementation, staff development, and program evaluation. The discussion of each of these areas is subdivided topically and, where…

Targeted as a low priority and faced with major reductions in program and staff, the Department of Physical Education, Health and Recreation at the University of Rhode Island underwent a four-year review by university administrators. Proper planning, positioning and performance have resulted in a stronger and more productive department. (MT)

A descriptive study provides information in seven sections on regional educational service agencies (RESA's) in Pennsylvania (where they are called Intermediate Units or IU's). The information is derived from the Pennsylvania Department of Education, various IU's, and initial introductory interviews with current and former state department staff.…

Surveyed Virginia's colleges (N=23) to ascertain how financial resources, administrative support, and community interest might influence development of programs for older learners. Results indicated that general demand and administrative support were most positively related to growth while inadequate financial resources and cost to participants…

This manual contains guidelines for organizing small business programs in community colleges. Following an introductory discussion of the need for such a program both throughout the United States in general and in Illinois in particular, the role of the community college in facilitating small business development is examined. Guidelines are set…

Part 1 of this report outlines the concept of vouchers and the nature and objectives of the New Rochelle study. The more pertinent work tasks undertaken to accomplish the objectives are contained in the appendix. The authors describe their position regarding the voucher plan, highlight its major elements, and outline the steps the district should…

Reports on information concerning the recruitment of students; job assignments of graduates; allocation of revenues and expenditures; and management reform at Hangzhou University (China). Shows that new students are increasingly coming from senior high schools and that the number of students coming from peasant families is decreasing. Provides…

Provides data showing student recruitment; job assignment of graduates; revenue and expenditure allocations; and management reforms at Beijing University (China). Reports that more new students are coming from senior high schools and that fewer students from peasant families are entering the university. Provides concrete empirical data. (KO)

The impacts and cost-effectiveness of adult basic education (ABE) in Sub-Saharan Africa were examined in a review of the new generation of ABE programs in the region. African experts and other international resource persons examined documentation from recent adult literacy, numeracy, and other educational programs targeted toward individuals over…