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King, William R.; Cleland, David I. – Management Science, 1975
Describes a methodology for management information systems design that employs a formalized framework for significantly involving manager-users in the design process. A key element of the methodology is the development of descriptive and normative system models based on the concept of a "linear responsibility chart." (Author/JG)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Information Theory, Management Information Systems, Management Systems
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Wallen, John L. – 1970
The type of influence exercised on decision-making by a position in an organization may vary from decision to decision. The position may simply be free to make recommendations or need to be informed of decisions to implement them. On the other hand, the position may influence the decision, be able to veto it, or authorize and issue a directive to…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Administrator Guides, Decision Making, Management Systems
Nunamaker, J. F., Jr.; And Others – 1973
It is recognized that there is a major gap between the promises of large data bases and optimization and simulation models and their actual ability to solve real world problems. This document describes a Generalized Data Base Planning System (GPLAN), currently being developed at Purdue University, that is proposed as a system to bridge this gap. A…
Descriptors: Databases, Decision Making, Information Systems, Management Systems
McCracken, J. David; Harris, Robert B. – 1972
An explanation of management systems being utilized in vocational education, this pamphlet is designed for vocational educators, administrative personnel, project directors, and other individuals interested in this aspect of program development. Answered are these questions: (1) What are some systems and techniques that may be adapted for use in…
Descriptors: Coordination, Decision Making, Management Systems, Pamphlets
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Galbraith, Peter L. – Higher Education Policy, 1999
Discusses difficulties within higher education management in achieving expected outcomes because of problematic elements in: artificial internal structures, funding formulae, the relative importance of system parameters versus system structure, and the significance of time scales and delays in influencing system behavior. Suggests that university…
Descriptors: College Planning, Decision Making, Entropy, Higher Education
Blackwell, F. W.; And Others – 1970
A number of critical aspects of educational information system design are discussed. The success of any information system depends largely upon several key decisions that must be made early in the preliminary design phase. The paper attempts to (1) indicate the nature and some of the major implications of these key decisions and (2) provide a…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Decision Making, Design, Information Retrieval
Carroll, Stephen J., Jr.; And Others – 1970
The objective of the study was to identify the characteristics of the superior, the subordinate, and the situation which were related to the manner in which the "Management by Objectives" (MBO) process is carried out. Data collected from 112 managers in a national industrial firm was used in the analysis. Previous research with this data had…
Descriptors: Administration, Administrator Education, Decision Making, Leadership Training
Martens, Freda R. H. – 1982
A framework is provided for considering whether current New York community college planning and control systems can be made more effective and efficient through the use of business-derived strategic planning and management control technology. After a report summary and section 1's introductory material, section 2 reviews current pressures on New…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Planning, Community Colleges, Decision Making
Evans, J. A. – 1970
This two-part paper provides a conceptual framework which surveys the process of Management Information Systems (MIS) planning and development, from need recognition to evolving MIS operational capabilities. Part 1, of direct concern to the manager, is entitled "Organizational Problem Finding." (Part 1 available as LI 002 609.) Part 2…
Descriptors: Administrator Education, Cost Effectiveness, Decision Making, Information Science
Sheparovych, Zenon B. – 1973
The Essex County College Learning Resources Center was established within a two-month period in 1968, allowing no time to train personnel, develop procedures, or do organized planning. Consequently, the Director developed a tight central leadership and decision-making system. It was decided that the organization needed a management system that…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Decision Making, Management by Objectives, Management Systems
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Brethower, Dale M.; Dams, Peter-Cornelius – Performance Improvement, 1999
Introduces human performance technology (HPT) by answering the following questions related to: what systems does; practical issues and questions to which systems thinking is relevant; research questions and answers with respect to systems thinking; how HPT practitioners can do systems thinking; systems thinking tools; what is and is not known…
Descriptors: Decision Making, Human Resources, Instructional Systems, Management Systems
Alioto, Robert F.; Jungherr, J. A. – 1971
The basic purpose of this book is to provide a practical approach for the introduction and installation of a PPB system. Part one describes the components necessary for an operationalized PPB system, suggests methods of achieving those components, and attempts to illustrate some of the risks and problems involved in the developmental process. Part…
Descriptors: Accounting, Budgeting, Decision Making, Educational Administration
Conroy, William G., Jr. – 1971
To enable vocational educators to evaluate programs and account for the use of allocated resources, this monograph describes a rational decision-making process based on the Input, Process, Product, Impact conceptual structure for occupational education. In a rational management process, all management behavior is consistent with specified…
Descriptors: Accountability, Conceptual Schemes, Cost Effectiveness, Decision Making
Gubasta, Joseph L. – 1976
This paper outlines several considerations relating to the preparation of information systems for educational managers. College and university managers must have clearly stated needs for planning and management information and the potential uses to which such information could be put. Information systems should be created to satisfy operational…
Descriptors: Administration, Decision Making, Higher Education, Information Needs
Miller, Donald R. – 1970
The system approach to planning and managing educational change features the use of an adaptive framework and a strategy for planned system change. The approach focuses management attention upon (1) relevant future states of expectations or goals, (2) present and future state variables and contexts, (3) human organization factors, and (4)…
Descriptors: Decision Making, Educational Change, Educational Objectives, Educational Planning
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