This paper reviews some of the weaknesses in the present account classification system for public schools (the minimum function-object account classification system) and suggests a three-dimensional expenditure classification system to replace it. These three dimensions are: (1) The "type-of-school" dimension which considers such information as…

Though many of the functions of libraries are analogous to functions performed in the business world, public libraries have been disadvantaged by their reluctance to adopt computer technology. Though costs have previously been prohibitive and lack of uniformity in library processes has made the use of the new technology awkward, recently-developed…

The approach to library planning studied in this report is the use of accounting models to measure library costs and implement program budgets. A cost-flow model for a university library is developed and listed with historical data from the Berkeley General Library. Various comparisons of an exploratory nature are made of the unit costs for…

The interaction between plausible combinations of levels of expenditures and revenues of the postsecondary sector, 1975 - 1990, are examined in the main body of this report. The conclusions to be drawn from simulations may be summarized as follows: (1) Throughout the 1970's, incomes and expenses will be in balance in the entire postsecondary…

About two-thirds of the nation's public and private, two-year and four-year institutions of higher education were in some financial difficulty in 1970. How they responded to their plight is reported in this objective, analytical survey. (MJM)

This document reports available statistics relevant to science and technology in Great Britain. The 52 tables are arranged in nine sections: (1) Scientific Research and Development in the United Kingdom, (2) Central Government Expenditure on Scientific Research and Development, (3) Overseas Technological Royalty Transactions, (4) New Supply of…

This study and analysis of the literature on the costs and benefits of graduate education (the GRADCOST study) is organized into 4 parts: (1) The Economics of Higher Education (Behavioral Models, Planning and Budgeting, the Financing of Higher Education); (2) Outputs and Benefits of Higher Education (Conceptual Literature, Measurements of Outputs…

A STATISTICAL STUDY WAS MADE OF THE LIBRARIES OF 669 UNITED STATES LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGES. DATA WERE DISPLAYED IN FIVE DIFFERENT WAYS--(1) ALPHABETICAL LISTING, (2) EXCELLENCE QUOTIENT, (3) NUMBER OF BOOKS, (4) NUMBER OF BOOKS PER STUDENT, AND (5) TOTAL LIBRARY BUDGET FOR SALARIES. EXCELLENCE QUOTIENT WAS EXPRESSED IN TERMS OF A THREE-DIGIT…

Effects of budget adversity on acquisitions procedures in research libraries were studied through visits to ten ARL (Association of Research Libraries) libraries, interviews with more than 100 individuals, a literature search, and consultation of current ARL library annual reports. (Author)

Since 1910 academic libraries have been essential resources to the colleges and universities they serve. These libraries have demonstrated an extraordinary ability to adapt to an everchanging environment. It may be time now for academic libraries to define and shape the environment as well as adapt and respond to it. (Author)

Discussion of the future of academic libraries is presented. (AP)

Offers a series of financial statements presenting the fiscal position of the North Central Association on June 30, 1985 and 1984 and the results of its activities and changes. (AYC)

Comparative data are given on prices of periodicals within subject authority groups. Price comparisons for foreign and domestic periodicals and average prices paid by different types of libraries are also given. (PF)

This report estimates the economic impact of Utah Valley State College (UVSC) on Utah County, Utah, in 1996-1997, using the Ryan-New Jersey model, a model that estimates economic impact on the local economy by summing the total expenditures of the college, employees, and students. UVSC is a state college composed of two interdependent divisions, a…