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Peer reviewedThibault, Andre – Higher Education Management, 1989
The design and methods used in the training program for department heads at University of Quebec at Trois-Rivieres are described and their roots in the institution's needs and context are discussed. (MSE)
Descriptors: Administrator Education, Administrator Role, College Administration, Department Heads
Peer reviewedGordon, George – Higher Education Management, 1989
The University of Strathclyde's professional development for department administrators has evolved from a one-day to a two-day residential seminar with additional thematic seminars and workshops. Integrated case studies addressing priorities, management style, departmental reviews, and monitoring development will be implemented next, and a system…
Descriptors: Administrator Education, College Administration, Department Heads, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedCurran, Chris – Higher Education Management, 1992
A discussion of distance education outlines its development, identifies its characteristics, and analyzes three existing program types and the needs they serve. The Irish National Distance Education Centre, which uses a cooperative approach with several institutions, is presented in greater detail. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Administration, Consortia, Distance Education, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedBrindley, Lynne J. – Higher Education Management, 1990
A description of the campuswide computer system at Aston University (England) includes a profile of the institution, the information technology strategy adopted, a current local networking project, information technology development priorities for the near future, the role of the library and information service, and management and organizational…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedKnudsen, Lis – Higher Education Management, 1989
A discussion of the University of Oslo's training programs for department heads describes their design, content, frequency, and methods. These administrators' roles are examined and the importance of higher level support of the programs is stressed. Reluctance to participate and special problems in applying content of the programs are discussed.…
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Administrator Education, Administrator Role, College Administration
