The Influence of Structure on the Function of an Administrative Unit: Single Focus Academic Structure or Multiple Focus Academic Structure--Raising Some of the Issues.

Ross, Robert F.; Emmert, Philip

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Publication Date: 1990

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The Influence of Structure on the Function of an Administrative Unit: Single Focus Academic Structure or Multiple Focus Academic Structure--Raising Some of the Issues.

Ross, Robert F.; Emmert, Philip

ACA Bulletin, n71 p31-39 Jan 1990

Argues for a multifocused divisional unit versus the traditional single discipline communication department for institutions that are generally small (6 to 10 thousand students) and where enrollments overall have leveled off for both the institution and department. (KEH)

Descriptors: College Administration, Curriculum Design, Departments, Enrollment, Higher Education, Instructional Development, Interdisciplinary Approach, Program Development, School Organization, Speech Communication, Systems Approach

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Guides - Non-Classroom

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Language: English

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