Introductions
So . . .
How can I use what I have learned today to create the job of my dreams?
Goals
To generate a list of administrative competencies, skills, & attitudes
To explore research identifying administrative competencies, skills, & attitudes
How well does your current position utilize your competencies, skills, & attitudes?
To help attendees identify their competencies & skills
What do you need to move to that dream job?
Activity 4: Strengths Self-Rating Scale
EQ Competency Self-Assessment
next steps
Activity 2: In pairs.... identify 3 competencies, skills, or attitudes an administrator needs to be effective.
Activity 3: Describing your STAR
Activity 5: Strengths Index
Activity 1: In pairs, describe one peak and one negative experience you have had with a supervisor.
Climbing the Ladder of Success
Competencies
- Identified by AACC
- peer-reviewed research with mid-level & senior leaders
Weigh documents & long-term goals in decision-making
Align the operation of a CC unit with the mission, vision, values, and strategic plan of the institution
Determine and/or develop valid assessment & evaluation tools for academic and non-academic CC units
Create a positive environment that supports innovation, teamwork, and successful outcomes
Apply sound financial management practices to a CC unit during various funding climates
Demonstrate an understanding of the unique CC curriculum, to include the transfer, continuing education, vocational/technical, and CC baccalaureate
Use data-driven evidence & proven practices from internal & external stakeholders to solve problems, make decisions, & plan strategically
Necessary Competencies and Skills for an Effective CC Administrator
M.A. Community College Administration
Skills
Information technology
Strategic planning
33 credit hours - can finish in 5 semesters
Courses offered online
Evaluation & assessment
Interpersonal skills, such as team-building, participatory governance, & conflict resolution
one programmatic meeting per semester in Asheville (Friday pm - Sat all day)
Career Track
Communication
Handling budgets & finances
Courses
Attitudes
CC Foundations (9 credits)
- CC & American Education
- The Adult Learner
- Internship
Administration, Organization & Leadership (15 credits)
- Organization & Administration of the CC
- CC Budgeting, Finance & Management
- Higher Educational Leadership
- Design & Dev. of Curricular Programs
- Planning & Assessing Two-Year Programs
Motivation for continuous learning
Professionalism Component (choose 9 credits)
- Research Methodology & Practicum
- Technical Skills for 21st CC Administration
- Design and Development for Student Support and Development Programs
- Current Trends in CC Administration
- Legal Issues and Ethics in Education
Open-mindedness
Ethical standards
Flexibility
Patience