Issues in Higher Education Management

Subject EDUC90577 (2010)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2010.

Credit Points: 12.50
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2010:

Semester 2, Parkville - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period not applicable
Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable


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Time Commitment: Contact Hours: 24 hours
Total Time Commitment: 120 hours
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements: Attendance at all classes (tutorial/seminars/practical classes/lectures/labs) is obligatory. Failure to attend 80% of classes will normally result in failure in the subject.

Coordinator

Prof Richard James

Contact

Education Student Centre
Subject Overview: This subject explores the role of managers in leading change processes in the transformation of universities. It critically explores contemporary issues affecting universities in Australia and worldwide and the strategies and stances that might be adopted by managers.
Objectives:
  • Describe and analyse contemporary issues and priorities in Australian higher education.
  • Develop strategies for responding to complex areas for change and transformation in universities.
  • Develop processes for quality assurance in the context of new norms and values.
Assessment: A report to senior management analysing the possibilities for change management in relation to a current or emerging issue in higher education

OR

the preparation of a research proposal on a a current or emerging issue in higher education (4, 000 words) 100 per cent. Due date final week of semester
Prescribed Texts: None
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Related Course(s): Graduate Certificate in University Management

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