'n Bestuursinligtingstelsel vir 'n staatsondersteunde skool

Abstract

The research for designing a model of a management information system for a state aided school is divided into five phases. In the first instance it was determined what a state aided school is, who are involved with the state aided school and what their functions are in relation to the school. Secondly, the managers of state aided schools are identified. The managerial functions in the different management areas and the implications thereof for the management information system are investigated In the third instance, it is revealed that a management information system is a sub-system of the state aided school, while itself consists of components or sub-systems. It is shown that the purpose of a management information system is to provide managers at the right time, with the correct information in the most suitable format to support them in their management task. In the fourth instance it is shown that principals of state aided schools regard information in connection with pupils, staff, the community, finance, curriculum, facilities and equipment as very important for their management tasks. It is also indicated that the existing management information systems at schools are less successful in providing principals with the information that is required for their management tasks. In the final phase it reveals that a management Information system tor a state aided school should consist of a data base with a data base management system, application programmes, supporting programmes, a computer network, competent computer staff and comprehensive procedures.