Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-2017
Publication Source
School Business Affairs
Abstract
School business officials must be able to analyze problems and develop effective solutions. Arriving at solutions involves identifying the relative importance of the problem, what is known additional information is required, who is involved, what’s at risk, and the ultimate goal.
Most problems are easily resolved based on policy, experience, and knowledge of school business. However, some problems are more complex. School business officials don’t always have all the information they need, aren’t familiar with the personnel involved, or are faced with conflicting priorities.
A handbook on data-based decision making (Kowalski 2009) offers a basic format involving three steps:
1. Develop and understand alternative choices, demands, and constraints related to the situation at hand.
2. Evaluate available choices in light of constraints and demands.
3. Select the best option available in relation to the problem.
SBOs can draw from a variety of decision-making models, including the following.
Inclusive pages
19-21
ISBN/ISSN
0036-651X
Document Version
Published Version
Copyright
Copyright © 2017, Association of School Business Officials International
Publisher
Association of School Business Officials International
Volume
83
Issue
2
Place of Publication
Reston, VA
eCommons Citation
Dolph, David Alan, "Problem-Solving Tips for School Business Officials" (2017). Educational Leadership Faculty Publications. 215.
https://ecommons.udayton.edu/eda_fac_pub/215
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Comments
This article originally appeared in the February 2017 School Business Affairs magazine and is reprinted with permission of the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO). The text herein does not necessarily represent the views or policies of ASBO International, and use of this imprint does not imply any endorsement or recognition by ASBO International and its officers or affiliates.
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