Introduction to Personnel Administration

General

Prefix

EDAD

Course Number

630

Course Level

Graduate

College/School

College of Education and Learning Design

Description

An overview of the personnel functions of school administrators. Particular attention is directed to personnel policies and procedures; the selection, induction, and continuing professional development of faculty; and employee management relations.

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Determine the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively perform the duties related to personnel administration.

Outcome

Understand the various organizational systems and structures that support effective personnel administration and management.

Outcome

Describe the structural framework of the school system including groups and subsystems.

Outcome

Identify effective strategies for human resource planning, recruitment, selection, and placement.

Outcome

Identify and select meaningful staff development opportunities for faculty.

Outcome

Describe a valid and reliable performance evaluation system for faculty and staff.

Outcome

Identify the various benefits, rewards and compensation plans used to motivate personnel.

Outcome

Understand the process of collective negotiations and conflict resolution.

Outcome

Understand legal, cultural, ethical, and policy issues related to personnel administration.

Dependencies

Programs

EDAD630 is a completion requirement for: