Introduction:
This 5-day training program is designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of leadership and management principles and practices in the field of student affairs. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and interactive activities, participants will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to lead and manage successful student affairs programs and services.
Objectives:
By the end of this training program, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles and practices of effective leadership in student affairs
- Develop strategies for managing personnel, budgets, and resources in student affairs
- Apply principles of organizational behavior and change management to student affairs settings
- Identify legal and ethical issues in student affairs and develop strategies to address them
- Develop and implement strategies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in student affairs
- Use data and assessment to inform decision-making and program improvement in student affairs
Target Audience:
This training program is designed for current and aspiring student affairs professionals, including:
- Student affairs administrators
- Residence life staff
- Career development and advising professionals
- Counseling and mental health professionals
- Student activities and programming staff
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion professionals
- Academic advisors
Outline:
Day 1:
- Introduction to leadership and management in student affairs
- Principles of effective leadership in student affairs
- Managing personnel and teams in student affairs
Day 2:
- Managing budgets and resources in student affairs
- Principles of organizational behavior in student affairs
- Change management in student affairs
Day 3:
- Legal and ethical issues in student affairs
- Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in student affairs
- Case studies and group discussions
Day 4:
- Using data and assessment in student affairs
- Program evaluation and improvement in student affairs
- Best practices in leadership and management in student affairs
Day 5:
- Professional development and career advancement in student affairs
- Self-reflection and goal-setting
- Closing remarks and evaluation
