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Subject description

This core subject examines topics that relate to the leadership and management of early childhood education and care services. The subject will focus upon the managerial expertise required to manage a service or organisation based upon the requirements of the National Quality Standards. Content examined includes industrial issues, budgeting and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Equivalence

EYMP301 - Management of EC Services-Administration

Tutorial enrolment

Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS

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Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
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Demonstrate knowledge about regulatory responsibilities, legal constraints and quality systems to implement practical administration tasks applicable to Early Childhood Educational Management.
2.
Identify relevant research and theoretical guidelines to link theory, research and practice for management and administration roles in early education settings.
3.
Undertake research and develop resources to support effective management for changing environments, staffing schedule development, policy development, operational budgets and calculation of operational fees.
4.
Demonstrate awareness of leadership, management and teamwork skills.

Work integrated learning

Foundational WIL:This subject contains elements of "Foundational WIL". Students in this subject will observe, explore or reflect on possible career pathways or a work-related aspect of their discipline.

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