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Monical, David G.; Schoenecker, Craig V. – Research in Higher Education, 1980
A model is described that allows for assessment of alternative funding formulas for postsecondary education systems. Emphasis is on the extent to which marginal funding proposals can offer a viable alternative to traditional linear enrollment driven formulas. The model operates at a statewide level but may be useful at other levels. (MSE)
Descriptors: Budgeting, College Administration, Enrollment, Financial Support
Geiger, Joseph J.; Feagler, Virginia M. – 1980
A state-level library acquisitions model is described, and the results of a two-year implementation by Colorado appropriating agencies are analyzed. The model was developed to address two problems: (1) determining library collection standards for each campus; and (2) presenting campus acquisition needs in a way that differentiated campus roles and…
Descriptors: College Libraries, College Role, Educational Finance, Government School Relationship
Montgomery, James R.; And Others – 1981
A computerized faculty allocation and reallocation model is presented to aid the decision maker in evaluating the outcomes of various strategies. A unique goal can be computed for each department based on the average index of the institution, the average of the college, the preceding average of the department, and a goal established by management…
Descriptors: College Faculty, College Planning, Computer Oriented Programs, Decision Making
Bingen, Franz; Siau, Carlos – 1980
The relationship between departmental activities and the need for nonacademic staff and operating funds was analyzed using regression analysis. Support costs were broken into task categories and related to certain basic variables describing the composition and activity of the unit (e.g., number of staff and teaching load). The results were linked…
Descriptors: Clerical Workers, College Instruction, Departments, Foreign Countries
Robbins, Jerry H. – 1978
A formula model is presented for use by the chief academic officer, college deans, department chairpersons, and section heads to make the specific dollar allocations to the academic units for which they are responsible. The following calculations and estimations of the factors in the formula are explained: total adjusted amount to be allocated, in…
Descriptors: Administrative Problems, Administrator Guides, Budgeting, Cost Estimates
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Turner, David – Higher Education Management, 1996
Discussion of European funding models for higher education looks first at different funding mechanisms used in several countries, with particular attention to formula funding and its increasing use. Institutional responses to differing financial and planning environments are noted, particularly when circumstances produce unwanted outcomes.…
Descriptors: College Administration, Comparative Education, Educational Economics, Educational Finance