McLaughlin et al (1977), Dressel et al (1970, Corson (1975), and others characterized departmental administrators in four-year colleges and universities on a continuum ranging (1) from a"static" administrator, somewhat passively maintaining the status quo , to a"leader-like" individual aggressively pursuing change. In a related (1979) study, Terry encountered the suggestion that the activities and behaviors of administrators in reality may not be one dimensional as described in the literature. Consequently, in this doctoral analysis, Terry formally examined the following possibilities: 1) that the manner in which department heads discharge their major duties and responsibilities may lie in more than one dimension, and 2) that multiple department heads may be dimensional differences among demonstrated operationally in a sample of former state colleges where change may be valued both in institutional programs and in traditional faculty roles of teaching and public service. The study contradicted significant parts of the extant literature describing administrative style. Moreover, the study raised a serious question about the progress made by former state teachers colleges in their transition to comprehensive university status. / Doctor of Education

Thesis (M. Ed.)--University of Hong Kong, 2002. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 121-124).

There is wide acknowledgment in higher education literature of the importance of the academic department in the administrative hierarchy of higher education institutions and of the leadership potential of the departmental chairperson to influence program quality.Two hundred and seventy chairpersons in departments that provide accredited baccalaureate social work programs were surveyed. This study (1) identified the structural characteristics of the institutions and the academic departments that house these accredited programs, and (2) identified demographic characteristics and the role difficulties, motivations, and professional development needs of faculty members serving as chairpersons.Completed two-part self-administered questionnaires were obtained from 158 (61%) practicing chairpersons; 74 (47%) employed in private institutions and 84 (53%) employed in public institutions.Most chairpersons viewed the position as a time-limited, challenging opportunity to influence the overall quality of their departmental programs. Less than a third of the respondents, however plan to seek another consecutive term in the position. Most chairpersons reported finding their work meaningful or rewarding. However, they also judged that position responsibilities were heavily dominated by the necessity to complete mandatory administrative tasks that were irrelevant to effective role performance. Respondents reported experiencing numerous role conflicts associated with excessive or incompatible role responsibilities, personnel conflicts, lack of position authority, and inadequate program resources.The majority of chairpersons viewed the position as one requiring specialized competencies different from those needed by regular faculty members. However, based on self-reports, data showed that most chairpersons learned to complete specific role tasks on their own or via informal means.Findings support the need to: (1) examine the effectiveness of traditional professional development offerings to chairpersons, (2) clarify position responsibilities, (3) strengthen the amount, type and quality of role support provided to chairpersons, and (4) enhance informal, self-directed opportunities for interest faculty members to acquire administrative experience prior to assuming the position. Findings also supported the need for formalized mentorship programs for new chairpersons supplemented by an increased use of collaborative training by experienced chairpersons. / Department of Educational Leadership

The role and responsibilities of the departmental head were identified. Methods whereby these individuals could obtain the required management skills were identified. An indication of the amount of time to be spent on each of these tasks are also given. Suggestions for further research as well as other recommendations are made in the last chapter. Nurses' training, now in its thirtieth year at South- African universities, is of utmost importance for the health of the nation. Their education must therefore be of a high standard. This can only be achieved if capable heads of departments (nursing) are available. / Thesis (MA et Scien (Verpleegkunde))--PU vir CHO, 1987

The role and responsibilities of the departmental head were identified. Methods whereby these individuals could obtain the required management skills were identified. An indication of the amount of time to be spent on each of these tasks are also given. Suggestions for further research as well as other recommendations are made in the last chapter. Nurses' training, now in its thirtieth year at South- African universities, is of utmost importance for the health of the nation. Their education must therefore be of a high standard. This can only be achieved if capable heads of departments (nursing) are available. / Thesis (MA et Scien (Verpleegkunde))--PU vir CHO, 1987

The study had four purposes: to identify and describe key characteristics of administrators of baccalaureate degree programs in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education; to determine the position of the administrator of baccalaureate degree programs in social work in the administrative structure; to determine the perceptions of administrators concerning administrative role behavior including a measurement of job satisfaction; and to determine the perceptions of administrators regarding selected administrative problems.Questionnaires were mailed to 184 social work program administrators in March, 1977. One hundred and fifty-one questionnaires were returned, representing 82.0 percent return and 148 were usable resulting in an 80.4 percent net return. Analysis of the data led to the following findings and conclusions:The mean age of all respondents was 45.2 years of age. Fifty-nine percent of the social work program administrators were male having a mean age of 41.2 years and 41 percent were female having a mean age of 48.3 years. Thirty-four percent of the social work program administrators held a doctorate and 66 percent had a master's degree as the highest earned degree. The majority, 37.2 percent, of social work program administrators were in the $16,000 to $19.999 salary range.The mean number of years of employment for social work program administrators at the present institution was 7.1 years. The mean number of years in the social work program administrator position was 4.5 years. Sixty-five percent of the social work program administrators were tenured.The majority, 64 percent,-of the social work programs were located in public institutions with 32.4 percent located under the administrative auspices of autonomous social work departments. The majority, 40 percent, of social work programs served 100 students or less.Fifty-two percent of the social work program administrators were appointed to the present administrative position from within the social work program. The majority, 71 social work programs reported the master's degree as not considered a terminal degree.The majority of social work program administrators reported the following administrative role behaviors as extremely important: program planning and curricular development, recruiting and selecting faculty, teaching students, advising students on academic matters, and interacting with administration on behalf of the social work program.The majority of social work program administrators were very satisfied with the following: nature off the work, opportunity to innovate, job security, and opportunity to work with students.Male social work program administrators were younger, held higher ranks and held higher degrees than female social work program administrators.

Thesis (Ph.D.)--Washington State University. / Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (Ed. D.)--Illinois State University, 1978. / Title from title page screen, viewed Jan. 21, 2005. Dissertation Committee: W.E. Colvin (chair), Max R. Rennels, Fred V. Mills, Eric Bickley, M.M. Chambers. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 103-106) and abstract. Also available in print.

Thesis (Ed. D.)--Illinois State University, 1975. / Title from title page screen, viewed Nov. 12, 2004. Dissertation Committee: Max Rennels (chair), Fred Mills, Charles Edwards, Susan Amster, Sherron Hill. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 64-67) and abstract. Also available in print.

Thesis (Ph. D.)--University of Wisconsin--Madison, 1970. / Vita. Typescript. eContent provider-neutral record in process. Description based on print version record. Includes bibliographical references.