Head Of Higher Education Institutions Production & Specialised Services Managers
SaveWhat Does a Head Of Higher Education Institutions Do?
Heads of higher education institutions manage the day-to-day activities of a higher education institution, such as a college or vocational school. Heads of higher education institutions make decisions concerning admissions and are responsible for meeting curriculum standards, which facilitate academic development for the students. They manage staff, the school's budget, campus programmes and oversee the communication between departments. They also ensure the institution meets the national education requirements set by law.
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Education Law
The area of law and legislation that concerns education policies and the people working in the sector in an (inter)national context, such as teachers, students, and administrators.
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Skills You Need to Become a Head Of Higher Education Institutions
Essential Skills
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EssentialEducation Law knowledge
The area of law and legislation that concerns education policies and the people working in the sector in an (inter)national context, such as teachers, students, and administrators.
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EssentialCurriculum Standards knowledge
The governmental policies concerning educational curricula and the approved curricula from specific educational institutions.
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EssentialCurriculum Objectives knowledge
The goals identified in curricula and defined learning outcomes.
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EssentialAnalyse Staff Capacity skill
Evaluate and identify staffing gaps in quantity, skills, performance revenue and surpluses.
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EssentialAssist In The Organisation Of School Events skill
Provide assistance in the planning and organisation of school events, such as the school's open house day, a sports game or a talent show.
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EssentialCooperate With Education Professionals skill
Communicate with teachers or other professionals working in education in order to identify needs and areas of improvement in education systems, and to establish a collaborative relationship.
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EssentialDevelop Organisational Policies skill
Develop and supervise the implementation of policies aimed at documenting and detailing the procedures for the operations of the organisation in the lights of its strategic planning.
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EssentialGuarantee Students' Safety skill
Ensure all students falling under an instructor or other person's supervision are safe and accounted for. Follow safety precautions in the learning situation.
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EssentialLiaise With Board Members skill
Report to the management, boards of directors and committees of an organisation.
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EssentialLiaise With Educational Staff skill
Communicate with the school staff such as teachers, teaching assistants, academic advisors, and the principal on issues relating to students' well-being. In the context of a university, liaise with the …
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EssentialLiaise With Educational Support Staff skill
Communicate with education management, such as the school principal and board members, and with the education support team such as the teaching assistant, school counsellor or academic advisor on issues …
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EssentialManage Staff skill
Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet …
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EssentialMonitor Educational Developments skill
Monitor the changes in educational policies, methodologies and research by reviewing relevant literature and liaising with education officials and institutions.
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EssentialPresent Reports skill
Display results, statistics and conclusions to an audience in a transparent and straightforward way.
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EssentialRepresent The Organisation skill
Act as representative of the institution, company or organisation to the outside world.
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EssentialShow An Exemplary Leading Role In An Organisation skill
Perform, act, and behave in a manner that inspires collaborators to follow the example given by their managers.
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EssentialWrite Work-related Reports skill
Compose work-related reports that support effective relationship management and a high standard of documentation and record keeping. Write and present results and conclusions in a clear and intelligible way so …
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EssentialLead Board Meetings skill
Set the date, prepare the agenda, make sure the required materials are provided and preside over the meetings of the decision-making body of an organization.
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EssentialManage School Budget skill
Conduct cost estimates and budget planning from an educational institution or school. Monitor the school budget, as well as costs and expenses. Report on the budget.
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Optional Skills (5 of 24 displayed)
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OptionalContract Law knowledge
The field of legal principles that govern written agreements between parties concerning the exchange of goods or services, including contractual obligations and termination.
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OptionalAssessment Processes knowledge
Various evaluation techniques, theories, and tools applicable in the assessment of students, participants in a programme, and employees. Different assessment strategies such as initial, formative, summative and self- assessment are …
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OptionalFunding Methods knowledge
The financial possibilities for funding projects such as the traditional ones, namely loans, venture capital, public or private grants up to alternative methods such as crowdfunding.
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OptionalLearning Difficulties knowledge
The learning disorders some students face in an academic context, especially Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and concentration deficit disorders.
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OptionalEducation Administration knowledge
The processes related to the administrative areas of an education institution, its director, employees, and students.
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OptionalLabour Legislation knowledge
Legislation, on a national or international level, that governs labour conditions in various fields between labour parties such as the government, employees, employers, and trade unions.
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OptionalUniversity Procedures knowledge
The inner workings of a university, such as the structure of the relevant education support and management, the policies, and the regulations.
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OptionalPost-secondary School Procedures knowledge
The inner workings of a post-secondary school, such as the structure of the relevant education support and management, the policies, and the regulations.
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OptionalGreen Space Strategies knowledge
The authority's vision on how to use its green space. This includes the goals it wants to achieve, the resources, methods, legislative framework, and time needed to meet these goals.
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OptionalTrade Union Regulations knowledge
The compilation of legal agreements and practices for operations of trade unions. Legal scope of trade unions in their quest of protecting the rights and minimum working standards of workers.
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OptionalApply For Government Funding skill
Gather information on and apply for subsidies, grants, and other financing programmes provided by the government to small- and large-scale projects or organisations in various fields.
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OptionalAssess Employees' Capability Levels skill
Evaluate the capabilities of employees by creating criteria and systematic testing methods for measuring expertise of individuals within an organisation.
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OptionalCoordinate Educational Programmes skill
Plan and coordinate educational and public outreach programs such as workshops, tours, lectures and classes.
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OptionalDevelop Professional Network skill
Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal …
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OptionalEvaluate Education Programmes skill
Evaluate ongoing training programmes and advise on potential optimisation.
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OptionalIdentify Education Needs skill
Identify the needs of students, organisations and companies in terms of provision of education in order to aid in the development of curricula and education policies.
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OptionalManage Contracts skill
Negotiate the terms, conditions, costs and other specifications of a contract while making sure they comply with legal requirements and are legally enforceable. Oversee the execution of the contract, agree …
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OptionalManage Government-funded Programmes skill
Implement and monitor the development of projects subsidized by regional, national or European authorities.
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OptionalPromote Education Course skill
Advertise and market the programme or class to potential students and the education organisation with the aim of maximising registration numbers and allocated budget.
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OptionalPromote Education Programmes skill
Promote ongoing research into education and the development of new education programmes and policies in order to obtain support and funds, and to raise awareness.
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OptionalRecruit Employees skill
Hire new employees by scoping the job role, advertising, performing interviews and selecting staff in line with company policy and legislation.
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OptionalAnalyse Curriculum skill
Analyse the existing curricula of educational institutions and from government policy in order to identify gaps or issues, and to develop improvements.
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OptionalManage Space Utilisation skill
Oversee the design and development of a plan for space and facility allocation that is based on user's needs and priorities.
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OptionalManage Student Admissions skill
Assess students' applications and manage correspondence with them concerning their admission, or rejection, pursuant to the regulations of the school, university or other educational organisation. This also includes obtaining educational …
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