Developing programs and effectively managing the projects that accompany these programs is a significant part of a student affairs professional’s role. The understanding of the philosophies of budgeting, relationship-building, and other activities become practical and are leveraged to meet student needs within departmental and university goals. To successfully launch a proposal and to prevent the wasting of resources, planning meetings with all stakeholders is critical.
As a member of the student affairs department, you are asked to plan a counseling support service program for students on campus that face mental health issues.
Address the following:
The assessed student needs the program will address and a rationale for strategically prioritizing and allocating resources.
A full schedule for the program
Human capital/staffing needs and skills required to accomplish the departmental goals of the program
Overview of the budget for the program, including anticipated income and a summary of expenses.
Method of evaluating the effectiveness of the program, including budget, time, and human capital invested, in light of the greater mission of student affairs.
Support your presentation with 3-5 scholarly resources.
