SAS150 - Administration and Management in Student Affairs
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Subject Title
Administration and Management in Student Affairs
Subject Description
This course will provide students with a general overview of the competencies required to effectively manage a student affairs department within a Canadian postsecondary setting including the key areas of: Visioning, Human Resources, Financial Management and Leadership Development.
Credit Status
This is a required credit in the Student Affairs and Services Certificate Program.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:
1. Analyze a department vision and mission statement utilizing tools such as: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) analysis and environmental scanning.
2. Describe the concepts involved in establishing departmental and unit budgets.
3. Analyze the impact of departmental and unit budgets on student affairs programs and services.
4. Explain the methods used to successfully recruit, develop, and retain full-time staff members.
5. Justify the importance of timely, accurate, and constructive staff feedback.
6. Describe the impact of evolving technologies on stakeholder desires and student affairs operations.
7. Describe the benefits of working within a team philosophy in student affairs.
8. Discuss the ethical, moral and leadership challenges currently facing student affairs professionals.
Academic Integrity
Seneca upholds a learning community that values academic integrity, honesty, fairness, trust, respect, responsibility and courage. These values enhance Seneca's commitment to deliver high-quality education and teaching excellence, while supporting a positive learning environment. Ensure that you are aware of Seneca's Academic Integrity Policy which can be found at: http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/academic-integrity-policy.html Review section 2 of the policy for details regarding approaches to supporting integrity. Section 2.3 and Appendix B of the policy describe various sanctions that can be applied, if there is suspected academic misconduct (e.g., contract cheating, cheating, falsification, impersonation or plagiarism).
Please visit the Academic Integrity website http://open2.senecac.on.ca/sites/academic-integrity/for-students to understand and learn more about how to prepare and submit work so that it supports academic integrity, and to avoid academic misconduct.
Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecapolytechnic.ca.
Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Accessibility Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.
Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
Synchronous (live) classes may be delivered in person, in a Flexible Learning space, or online through a Seneca web conferencing platform such as MS Teams or Zoom. Flexible Learning spaces are equipped with cameras, microphones, monitors and speakers that capture and stream instructor and student interactions, providing an in-person experience for students choosing to study online.
Students joining a live class online may be required to have a working camera in order to participate, or for certain activities (e.g. group work, assessments), and high-speed broadband access (e.g. Cable, DSL) is highly recommended. In the event students encounter circumstances that impact their ability to join the platform with their camera on, they should reach out to the professor to discuss. Live classes may be recorded and made available to students to support access to course content and promote student learning and success.
By attending live classes, students are consenting to the collection and use of their personal information for the purposes of administering the class and associated coursework. To learn more about Seneca's privacy practices, visit Privacy Notice.
Prerequisite(s)
SAS110, SAS120, SAS130, SAS140
Topic Outline
- Organizational and Departmental Mission, Vision, and Values
- Staff Recruitment, Training and Development
- Budgeting and Money Management
- Staff Feedback
- Impact of new technologies
- Teamwork
- Ethics and Leadership
Mode of Instruction
This subject is delivered online. This may involve the use of digital materials and/or a text, group discussions, interaction with your instructor, and online activities.
Prescribed Texts
McClelland, G.S., Stringer, J. & Associates. The Handbook of Student Affairs Administration, 3rd Edition., Jossey-Bass.
To find out the cost of books and learning material go here.
Any courses not listed on the bookstore webpage do not require any resources for purchase. All resources will be provided by your instructor.
Reference Material
Students will need a spreadsheet application such as MS Excel 2000 or later, or Open Office to work with the spreadsheets in this subject. A free download of Open Office is provided inside the online subject
Required Supplies
None.
Student Progression and Promotion Policy
http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/student-progression-and-promotion-policy.html
Grading Policyhttp://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/grading-policy.html
| A+ | 90% to 100% |
| A | 80% to 89% |
| B+ | 75% to 79% |
| B | 70% to 74% |
| C+ | 65% to 69% |
| C | 60% to 64% |
| D+ | 55% to 59% |
| D | 50% to 54% |
| F | 0% to 49% (Not a Pass) |
| OR | |
| EXC | Excellent |
| SAT | Satisfactory |
| UNSAT | Unsatisfactory |
For further information, see a copy of the Academic Policy, available online (http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/academics-and-student-services.html) or at Seneca's Registrar's Offices. (https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/registrar.html).
Modes of Evaluation
Grading is based on the following marking scheme:
| 5 Discussion Assignments (7% each) | 35% |
| 2 Major Assignments (15% and 20%) | 35% |
| Final Examination | 30% |
| Total | 100% |
The final exam must be written at the Test Centre of the College at which you registered. If you are unable to do so, please make alternative arrangements through the College at which you registered.
Expected English Competencies:
The ability to communicate in writing is essential for success in all subjects. All written work must display the following characteristics of clarity and conciseness:
- writing is consistent with the rules of English grammar
- spelling and punctuation are correct
- appropriate vocabulary is used
- sentences are structured correctly
- main points are supported with specific, relevant examples and reasons
- work flows logically through supporting statements/paragraphs
- work is arranged in correct format (i.e., reports, essays)
- layout is attractively displayed
- external sources are appropriately referred
Promotion Policy
Students must attain a grade of at least 50% to pass the course.
Assignments are due on the dates specified. Begin your assignments early in anticipation of unforeseen problems that may arise in your work or personal life. Should extenuating circumstances arise, please contact your instructor immediately, prior to when your assignment is due, so an appropriate course of action be established. Late assignments may be subject to a penalty of up to 10% per week and will not generally be accepted beyond two weeks after the assignment due date.
The College's Academic Policy will prevail regarding Academic Honesty.
Assignments will be marked on the basis of an appropriate standard of research, content, organizaton of material and presentation. Assignments are to be grammatically correct and typewritten or prepared by computer.
Students are expected to demonstrate a professional level of communication skills both verbally and in their written work.
All academic policies of the College at which you registered apply. This includes, but is not limited to, policies related to grading supplemental exams, deferred exams, and accommodations.
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