Management by objectives (MBO) is a participative, flexible and highly effective system that keeps administrators on target. (Editor)

A brief review of some of the papers presented at a seminar on Management Information Systems in Higher Education: The State of the Art, funded by the Esso Education Foundation" which was held at Duke University in June, 1969. (Author/AA)

Outlines a stress-strain model, examines administrator burnout, and suggests ways to manage stress. (PD)

Cites five strategic management factors accounting for the achievements in serving adult and community needs at three community colleges: presidential and board support; the organizational status given to community service programs; performance of change agent roles; diversity of needs assessment and community involvement methods; and favorable…

The security and effectiveness of a computer system are dependent on the personnel involved. Improved personnel and organizational procedures can significantly reduce the potential for computer fraud. (Author/MLF)

The paper describes an automated behavioral rehabilitation system for mentally retarded persons, designed to help staff implement the clinical process. The system consists of three components: client assessment, treatment selection, and treatment plan documentation. (PHR)

Addresses two questions: (1) What is the need for providing specialized education services to the handicapped students in correctional settings? (2) And given that the need exists, what are the implications of developing such programs? (CT)

Contends that school administrators should take a careful look at business management techniques, with an eye to using them in the schools. (Author/JM)