This four-chapter document encompasses the following: (a) general information--personnel required to hold certificates, definitions, types of certificates and their use in public schools, approved teacher preparation, waiver of requirements, obtaining an Oregon State Teacher's Certificate, renewal of certificates, reinstatement of certificates,…

The purposes of this report were to determine the qualifications of occupational educational administrators and to evaluate the relationship between the stated requirements and the actual backgrounds of those holding the position. The sample included 62 institutions, representing 24 states, that had been in operation five years or less and offered…

The purpose of this research was to: 1) identify the competencies considered essential for entry-level administrators of financial aid at four-year universities, and 2) determine what method of training leads to these competencies according to financial aid directors. A Computer-based Delphi process was implemented because of its flexibility and…

Presents a self-education program for the higher education administrator. (PG)

How influential has the Academic Administration Internship Program been in helping to meet the needs for top academic officers? (Ed.)

The president of the University of Cincinnati discusses the role of the multiversity president''. (SP)

This paper aims to postulate a construct of competencies for the principal as an educational leader. (Author)

This article describes the results of a project funded by New York state to determine which competencies a beginning principal should have. Essential personnel and management competencies are listed. (Editor)

A principal of a rural Vermont school describes the unexpected incidents that led to his tongue-in-cheek conclusion that certification for rural principals ought to include courses in mechanics, nature, and people. (JM)

Explores reasons for the reluctance of qualified people to assume principalships, e.g., lack of confidence because of unfamiliarity with leadership skills and fear of the responsibilities involved. Sees self-knowledge, openness, unlimited liability for the school community, patience, and overall vision as qualifications for leadership. (DMM)

Compares the relationship between formal preparation for leadership and successful leadership ability, discusses five criteria for leadership, and the responsibilities of educational leaders. (Author/RK)

This paper presents a discontinuous analysis of organizational development and the part played by administrative capacity considered as a summation of individual attributes. Based on 20 years' study of one kibbutz, it is suggested that there are qualitatively different levels of demand for administrative capacity. (Author/MLF)

Usable responses from 165 business practitioners and 218 business faculty showed significant differences on the perceived importance of general management skills, especially oral/written communication, problem solving, and teamwork. Global awareness, diversity, and project management skills received low rankings from both groups. (SK)