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Shumate, Cynthia – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1985
The adaptation of a centralized budget system to relate microcomputers to a mainframe and to distribute data to departmental users for their micros is described. (Author/MLW)
Descriptors: Budgets, Educational Finance, Higher Education, Management Information Systems
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Adams, John R. – CEFP Journal, 1984
Computers, though they can help educational institutions manage their facilities efficiently, are no substitute for good judgment. Before computerizing, institutions should systematize their records and evaluate their information needs; they should take care not to acquire unnecessary systems or become over-reliant on computers. (MCG)
Descriptors: Building Operation, Cost Effectiveness, Educational Facilities, Efficiency
CAUSE/EFFECT, 1985
A major change is underway at the University of Michigan as a new telecommunications network is being installed to become the central focus for information technology on the campus as voice communication, mainframe, minicomputer, and microcomputer installations all become part of the network. (MLW)
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Administration, Computers, Data Processing
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Demchak, Maryann – Journal of Special Education Technology, 1986
The article details major steps in establishing a computerized management information system in a special education organization to carry out such functions as student record monitoring and fiscal control. Steps include (1) the study phase, (2) the gross design phase, (3) the detailed design phase, and (4) the implementation phase.(Author/DB)
Descriptors: Administration, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Disabilities
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Vogel, Douglas R.; Wetherbe, James C. – Planning and Changing, 1984
Describes the characteristics and application of a methodology for developing a strategic, long-range organizational information plan that will permit coordination of information subsystems within a university's computerized information system. The University of Minnesota's application of such a methodology provides illustrative examples. (PGD)
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education, Long Range Planning
Dubois, Ronald; And Others – Business Officer, 1992
This article describes the Chaminade University (Hawaii) information management system which integrates the fiscal system, the chart of accounts, the general ledger, accounts receivable, budgeting, purchasing and encumbrances, accounts payable, and faculty contracts. Briefly described are the initial system, system revision, design concepts, data…
Descriptors: Accounting, Budgeting, College Administration, Databases
Lindelow, John – 1984
Microcomputers are now affordable tools for managing schools and school districts--and fast becoming essential. This digest, designed to help school administrators begin computerizing their offices, depicts tomorrow's computerized office, introduces computer applications in management, and outlines procedures for computerizing an office. A…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Data Analysis, Equipment Utilization
Yost, Michael – 1985
This paper is based on the assumption that in shaping academic strategies for long-range planning purposes, educational institutions must be able to gather adequate information on which to base administrative decisions. Information on how the institution has operated in the past as well as how it is currently operating are critical items for valid…
Descriptors: Databases, Decision Making, Educational Planning, Higher Education
Conway, James E. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1995
The Harvard University (Massachusetts) central computing and development offices collaborated to develop a prototype client/server fund-raising system that allows personnel to easily and quickly access and share prospect information. Its successful development is attributed to use of some traditional project management principles and practices.…
Descriptors: Access to Information, College Administration, Computer Networks, Donors
1984
This report describes the North Carolina Department of Education's 5-year plan for establishing a statewide management information system. The system is intended to improve fiscal management, personnel administration, and administrative operations, and to ensure efficient resource use. Initial sections present highlights of the plan; background…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Educational Administration, Efficiency, Elementary Secondary Education
Streatfield, David; Thompson, Sue – 1983
A 1983 survey conducted in England and Wales by the Education Management Information Exchange and the Society of Education Officers Industry Committee examined the widespread administrative use of computers and related technology in Local Education Authorities (LEA's). This report summarizes responses from 95 of the 108 LEA's in the survey area.…
Descriptors: Educational Administration, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
Finlayson, Jean, Ed. – Coombe Lodge Report, 1989
This collection of papers addresses key questions facing college managers and others choosing, introducing, and living with big, complex computer-based systems. "What Use the User Requirement?" (Tony Coles) stresses the importance of an information strategy driven by corporate objectives, not technology. "Process of Selecting a…
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer System Design, Evaluation Criteria, Foreign Countries
Bosworth, Michael – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1995
The University of Massachusetts (UMass) approach to rapid development of an information warehouse to meet needs for executive information, decision support, and general management reporting is described. Logical, management, and technological infrastructure challenges are discussed. The approach taken, which delivers summary data first before…
Descriptors: Access to Information, College Administration, Computer Software Development, Data Processing
Hartmann, N. J. – 1984
Proceeding from the premise that effective educational management requires effective information management, this paper identifies requirements to consider in designing student information systems, and describes how the Toronto Public Schools' system meets these requirements. In addition to examining the common characteristics of information…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Computer Oriented Programs, Data Collection, Educational Administration
Tracey, William R., Ed. – 1994
This revised handbook on the theory and practice of human resources management and development (HRM/D) focuses on people management and the personnel development processes. The book's 18 parts and 102 chapters by 107 contributors provide authoritative and comprehensive information on every aspect of modern HRM/D. Part 1 provides an overview of…
Descriptors: Employee Assistance Programs, Employer Employee Relationship, Human Resources, Job Training
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