EDS720 Organization and Human Resource Management (2 cr.)

This course examines the organization, management, and evaluation of human, monetary, and physical resources needed for institutional improvement at all pre-K-12 educational levels. Policies, systems, communication, and negotiation skills to foster positive, productive performance from faculty and staff are analyzed using traditional and technological resource tools.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Describe school and district staffing models and options for elementary and secondary schools.
2. Analyze school and district budget processes.
3. Explain collective bargaining agreements and their provisions.
4. Design effective staff selection and hiring processes that accommodate stakeholders, building and district needs, priorities, and processes.
5. Evaluate options for professional and paraprofessional staff and program evaluation.
6. Describe the processes and considerations required for staff disciplinary actions, including federal and state due process provisions and district and professional organization contract provisions.