EDA 805 – Financial Leadership and Strategic Resource Management
Categories: Doctorate of Education Leadership
About Course
- This advanced course provides an in-depth analysis of financial management and leadership in higher education, focusing on strategic resource allocation and sustainable financial practices.
- Students will explore the principles of financial leadership, examine budgeting processes, and learn to develop financial strategies that align with institutional goals.
- The course emphasizes the importance of sustainable resource management in maintaining the financial health and long-term success of educational institutions.
What Will You Learn?
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of financial management principles in higher education.
- Develop strategic financial plans that align with institutional missions and goals.
- Effectively manage and allocate resources within higher education institutions.
- Apply sustainable financial practices to ensure the long-term viability of educational institutions.
- Evaluate institutional financial health and implement corrective strategies when necessary.
Course Content
Week 1: Introduction to Financial Leadership in Higher Education
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Introduction to Financial Leadership in Higher Education
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LO1: Describe the roles and responsibilities of Financial Leadership
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LO2: Demonstrate the importance of Financial Stewardship in educational institutions
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LO3: Examine the relationship between Financial Leadership and Financial Stewardship
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 2: Understanding Institutional Budgets
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Understanding Institutional Budgets
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LO1: Identify the types and purposes of Institutional Budgets
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LO2: Discuss the process of Budgeting in higher education
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LO3: Analyze the relationship between Institutional Budgets and Budgeting Processes
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 3: Strategic Resource Allocation
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Strategic Resource Allocation
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LO1: Describe the principles of Strategic Resource Allocation
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LO2: Explain the alignment of Resources with Institutional Priorities
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LO3: Evaluate the impact of Strategic Resource Allocation on Institutional Priorities
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 4: Financial Planning and Forecasting
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Financial Planning and Forecasting
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LO1: Recognize the techniques used in Financial Planning and Forecasting
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LO2: Examine the role of Scenario Analysis in long-term planning
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LO3: Differentiate between Financial Forecasting and Scenario Analysis
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 5: Revenue Generation in Higher Education
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Revenue Generation in Higher Education
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LO1: Contrast the different Revenue Streams in higher education institutions
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LO2: Explain strategies for Increasing Institutional Revenue
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LO3: Evaluate the effectiveness of Revenue Streams and Revenue Strategies
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 6: Cost Management and Efficiency
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Cost Management and Efficiency
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LO1: Describe methods of Cost Management in higher education
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LO2: Demonstrate the practices for achieving Financial Efficiency
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LO3: Analyze the relationship between Cost Management and Financial Efficiency
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 7: Sustainable Financial Practices
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Sustainable Financial Practices
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LO1: Describe the principles of Sustainable Financial Practices
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LO2: Explain strategies for Sustainable Financial Management
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LO3: Evaluate the impact of Sustainable Financial Practices on institutional success
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 8: Midterm Test or Assignment
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Midterm Test or Assignment
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 9: Managing Financial Risks
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Managing Financial Risks
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LO1: Identify the common Financial Risks in higher education institutions
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LO2: Explain strategies for Risk Mitigation and Contingency Planning
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LO3: Analyze the relationship between Financial Risks and Risk Mitigation
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 10: Financial Leadership during Crises
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Financial Leadership during Crises
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LO1: Describe Financial Management during Economic Downturns
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LO2: Summarize the case studies of Financial Leadership during Crises
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LO3: Evaluate the effectiveness of Financial Leadership during Economic Crises
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 11: Endowment Management and Fundraising
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Endowment Management and Fundraising
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LO1: Describe the role of Endowment Management in financial sustainability
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LO2: Explain strategies for Successful Fundraising and Development
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LO3: Analyze the relationship between Endowment Management and Fundraising Strategies
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 12: Financial Reporting and Accountability
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Financial Reporting and Accountability
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LO1: Identify the standards of Financial Reporting in higher education
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LO2: Explain the importance of Transparency and Accountability in financial practices
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LO3: Evaluate the relationship between Financial Reporting and Accountability
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 13: Legal and Ethical Considerations in Financial Management
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Legal and Ethical Considerations in Financial Management
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LO1: Describe Legal Frameworks affecting financial management practices
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LO2: Explain Ethical Decision-Making in financial leadership
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LO3: Analyze the relationship between Legal Frameworks and Ethical Decision-Making
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 14: Global Perspectives on Financial Leadership in Education
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Global Perspectives on Financial Leadership in Education
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LO1: Compare Financial Practices in global higher education systems
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LO2: Explain Financial Strategies in different cultural and economic contexts
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LO3: Evaluate the relationship between Global Financial Practices and Financial Strategies
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 15: Case Studies in Financial Leadership
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Case Studies in Financial Leadership
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LO1: Examine the successful and unsuccessful Financial Leadership practices
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LO2: Summarize lessons from Financial Management case studies
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LO3: Evaluate the impact of Financial Leadership on Financial Management outcomes
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 16: Final Test or Project
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Final Test or Project
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
