Thesis (Ph. D.)--Texas State University-San Marcos, 2006. / Vita. Appendices: leaves 113-117. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 118-129).

Thesis (Ph. D.)--Texas State University-San Marcos, 2006. / Vita. Appendices: leaves 113-117. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 118-129).

The purpose of this study was to identify factors accounting for variations in levels of private giving to United States higher education. A second objective was to quantify the effect of each variable on voluntary contributions. Two separate analyses were performed. A cross-sectional study was designed to determine why amounts given vary among institutions for the year 1977-78. Four models were created: an overall contributions and per alumnus contributions model, an economic resource model and an eclectic model. All were analyzed using ordinary least squares regression. The dependent variable used was private giving and the independent variables examined were related to the institution itself or the state environment. In the analysis Liberal Arts I institutions were separated from Research Universities I and tests were performed that divided the sample into public/private institutions, wealthy/poor regions, and sunbelt/snowbelt regions. Second, a time-series analysis of total giving to higher education institutions was performed encompassing the years 1932 to 1974. Again, ordinary least squares regression was used. The dependent variable was total giving (TG) to higher education and the primary independent variables were largely economic factors. In the time-series analysis, three models were probed: gross receipts, net receipts, and a national income model. The cross-sectional analysis found that RUI and LAI institutions share one major variable that is strongly associated with contributions to them: quality. Other factors were found to vary among regions and between nonalumni and alumni giving. It was found also that private giving is best explained through alumni. The time-series analyses had very high explanatory power. Division of the gross receipts model revealed a decided difference between individual and business giving with business responding to classical economic fashion and individuals contributing in apparent disregard of economic motives. It would appear that different characteristics should be stressed when dealing with the different donors to institutions of higher education. Alumni and nonalumni should be solicited in disparate manners and businesses and individuals should be pursued for gifts at different times with different strategies, according to economic indicators and the demonstrated needs of the college.

Thesis (MBA.) -- University of Limpopo, 2008 / Fundraising is operationally feasible in schools. Schools are allowed to solicit investors in terms of the South African School Act. The research was conducted at Lebowakgomo Circuit , Capricorn District. It was the purpose of this study to develop a sustainable fundraising model for schools through perceptions and experiences of the school principals. The researcher used a survey questionnaire to collect data. Statistical analysis were followed in order to derive information from the data. A key finding was that fundraising takes place at schools mostly when there is insufficient funds, organizing for school events or there is an urgent need of resources. Most of the schools do not allocate a budget for fundraising . A fundraising plan is not included in the school developmental plan. The plan for fundraising is done periodically when a need arises. The purpose and the size of the project determine the type of fundraising. Most of the businesses are willing to give as part of their social responsibility or tax cut. However, schools should market and sell themselves to potential donors and follow more aggressive strategies towards fundraising. Recommendations made include a sustainable fundraising model for schools and the steps to be followed when applying the model.

Thesis (MBA.) -- University of Limpopo, 2008 / Fundraising is operationally feasible in schools. Schools are allowed to solicit investors in terms of the South African School Act. The research was conducted at Lebowakgomo Circuit , Capricorn District. It was the purpose of this study to develop a sustainable fundraising model for schools through perceptions and experiences of the school principals. The researcher used a survey questionnaire to collect data. Statistical analysis were followed in order to derive information from the data. A key finding was that fundraising takes place at schools mostly when there is insufficient funds, organizing for school events or there is an urgent need of resources. Most of the schools do not allocate a budget for fundraising . A fundraising plan is not included in the school developmental plan. The plan for fundraising is done periodically when a need arises. The purpose and the size of the project determine the type of fundraising. Most of the businesses are willing to give as part of their social responsibility or tax cut. However, schools should market and sell themselves to potential donors and follow more aggressive strategies towards fundraising. Recommendations made include a sustainable fundraising model for schools and the steps to be followed when applying the model.

Thesis (M.Ed.)--Memorial University of Newfoundland, 2002. / Bibliography: leaves 66-67.

Thesis (D. Ed. Min.)--New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 2003. / Includes abstract and vita. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 47-52).

The objective of this dissertation is to evaluate the current marketing practices as viewed by students at the University of Natal - Pietermaritzburg (UNP) for self-funded courses. Data was collected from a sample size of 221, of which 196 student opinions were established. A sample size of 196, represented 38,7 % of the total population, and can be considered as an adequate sample size. This also confirms that the sample size is a true representation of the population. The instrument used for the research was a structured questionnaire, formulated by reviewing the literature in Chapter 2 and Chapter 3. The analysis of the data was done using a software package called SPSS vII,S. The interpretation of these results was illustrated with the use of bar graphs and pie charts, with a written narration for each question of the questionnaire. The analysis of the results reflects that students feel very positive about the University's current marketing practices. All departments were rated as at least "good" by the students in terms of reliability, responsiveness, assurance, empathy and tangibles. Recommendations were formulated as the result of the findings, and challenges facing the University of Natal were presented. / Thesis (M.B.A.)-University of Natal, Durban, 2003.

Thesis (M.S.)--Purdue University, 2007. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 65-68). Also available online (PDF file) by a subscription to the set or by purchasing the individual file.

Thesis (M.Ed.)--University of Toledo, 2008. / Typescript. "Submitted as partial fulfillment of the requirements for The Master of Education in Higher Education." "A thesis entitled"--at head of title. Bibliography: leaves 115-119.