Advanced Diploma In School Management
Subjects
- Introduction to School Management & Leadership
- Educational Policies & Regulatory Framework
- Curriculum Planning & Development
- School Operations & Administration
- Human Resource Management in Schools
- School Marketing & Public Relations
Details
Description
Course Name: Advanced Diploma in School Management
Course Id: ADSM
Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent.
Objective: The Advanced Diploma in School Management is ideal for educators and administrators looking to advance their careers and make a significant impact in the education sector. By focusing on leadership, administration, and innovation, this program empowers graduates to lead schools effectively and drive positive changes in education systems.
Course Duration: ONE YEAR
Syllabus
Introduction to School Management & Leadership: Principles of school management, Role of a school administrator, Leadership styles in education, Vision and mission development, Decision-making and problem-solving, Effective communication in school leadership, School governance structures, Ethical and legal responsibilities, Community engagement and partnerships, Emerging trends in school management.
Educational Policies & Regulatory Framework: National and international education policies, Right to Education (RTE) Act and its implications, School accreditation and affiliation procedures, Education boards and regulatory bodies (CBSE, ICSE, IB, State Boards), Child protection policies and safeguarding, Inclusive education policies, Teacher qualification and professional development standards, School finance regulations and funding policies, School safety and security policies, Impact of government initiatives on school education.
Curriculum Planning & Development: Principles of curriculum design, National Curriculum Framework (NCF), Subject integration and interdisciplinary learning, adapting curriculum for different learning needs, implementing activity-based and experiential learning, Assessing curriculum effectiveness, Role of technology in curriculum development, Value-based education and moral development, Co-curricular and extracurricular program planning, Future trends in curriculum design.
School Operations & Administration: School infrastructure management, Timetable and academic scheduling, Library and resource management, Inventory and procurement systems, Student records and database management, School transport and logistics, Emergency preparedness and crisis management, Waste management and environmental sustainability in schools, Role of administrative staff in school operations, Best practices in school administration.
Human Resource Management in Schools: Recruitment and selection of teachers and staff, Teacher training and professional development, Performance evaluation and appraisals, Employee motivation and workplace culture, Staff retention strategies, Conflict resolution and grievance handling, Payroll and benefits administration, Role of unions and associations in education, Legal aspects of school HR management, Leadership training for teachers.
School Marketing & Public Relations: Importance of branding in education, Marketing strategies for schools, Social media and online presence management, Engaging with alumni networks, Public relations and media communication, Organizing school events and open houses, Parent-teacher associations and collaboration, Handling crisis communication, Community outreach and social responsibility, Admissions and student recruitment strategies.