Management Of Agricultural Extension Personnel
- Agricultural Sciences
- 700 level
- 2 credit units
- 114 pages
- 17 units
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of managing agricultural extension personnel. It explores the meaning, objectives, scope, and functions of personnel management in agricultural extension. The course covers organizational structures, departmentalization, and the qualities of effective extension personnel. Students will learn about staff appraisal, budgeting, policy formulation, and human resource management, equipping them with the skills to address challenges faced by extension personnel managers and enhance agricultural production.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assignments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of AEM715, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
AEM715 · Unit 1 Concepts of Personnel
Your course materials give you important dates for the early and timely completion and submission of your TMAs and attending tutorials. You should remember that you are required to submit all your assignments by the stipulated time and date. You should guard against lagging behind in your work.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the core concepts and objectives of personnel management in agricultural extension.
- Describe the scope and functions of personnel management within extension organizations.
- Analyze organizational structures and departmentalization in extension services.
- Identify the essential qualities and skills of effective extension personnel.
- Discuss the formulation and implementation of agricultural extension policies.
- Apply principles of human resource planning and management in extension settings.
- Evaluate staff performance and implement effective appraisal methods.
What it prepares you for
- Extension Officer
- Agricultural Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- Agricultural Consultant
- Policy Advisor
- Agriculture
- Rural Development
- Government Agencies
- Non-Governmental Organizations
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Organization, Departmentalization and Qualities of Extension
Unit 1: Concept of Organization
Understanding the complexities of organizational structures and their impact on extension service delivery requires critical analysis.
- Module 4: Agricultural Extension Policy, Manpower Planning and Staff Appraisal
Unit 4: Agricultural Extension Policy
Formulating effective and sustainable agricultural extension policies requires a deep understanding of various socio-economic and environmental factors.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 26 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Concepts, Meaning and Objectives of Personnel Management
Unit 1: Concepts of Personnel · 2 hours
Define personnel, manager, management, and administration.. Discuss the importance of personnel in achieving organizational goals..
- Week 2Module 1: Concepts, Meaning and Objectives of Personnel Management
Unit 2: Managerial and Administrative Qualities · 2 hours
Explain agricultural administration and its characteristics.. Identify the qualities of a good agricultural administrator..
- Week 3Module 1: Concepts, Meaning and Objectives of Personnel Management
Unit 3: Basic Processes of Management/Administration · 2 hours
Describe planning, organizing, assembling resources, supervising, control, and budgeting.. Understand how these processes contribute to effective administration..
- Week 4Module 1: Concepts, Meaning and Objectives of Personnel Management
Unit 4: Extension and Extension Education · 2 hours
Explain the meaning, concept, and principles of agricultural extension.. State the functions of agricultural extension and extension education..
- Week 5Module 1: Concepts, Meaning and Objectives of Personnel Management
Unit 5: Personnel Management in Extension · 2 hours
Discuss the acquisition, integration, and development of human resources in extension.. Explain the processes of staffing, induction, and placement..
- Week 6Module 2: Scope, Functions and Training of personnel Manager
Unit 1: Scope of Personnel Management · 2 hours
Explain the scope and concept of personnel management.. Understand the different areas of management, including marketing, production, and financial management..
- Week 7Module 2: Scope, Functions and Training of personnel Manager
Unit 2: Functions of Personnel Management · 2 hours
Discuss planning, organizing, and staffing as management functions.. Understand the importance of these functions in achieving organizational objectives..
- Week 8Module 2: Scope, Functions and Training of personnel Manager
Unit 3: Extension Training · 2 hours
State the benefits and costs of extension training.. Explain the types of training methods, including pre-service, induction, and in-service training..
- Week 9Module 2: Scope, Functions and Training of personnel Manager
Unit 4: Extension Supervision · 2 hours
Explain the concept of supervision and its functions.. Identify the qualities of a supervisor and the elements of effective supervision..
- Week 10Module 3: Organization, Departmentalization and Qualities of Extension
Unit 1: Concept of Organization · 2 hours
Define organization and organizational structure.. Discuss the uses of organizational structure in facilitating coordination and control..
- Week 11Module 3: Organization, Departmentalization and Qualities of Extension
Unit 2: Departmentalization · 2 hours
Explain the concept of departmentalization and its criteria.. Understand the sub-divisions of departments in an organization..
- Week 12Module 3: Organization, Departmentalization and Qualities of Extension
Unit 3: Extension Personnel and Functions · 2 hours
Explain the roles of extension personnel and the functions of the personnel department.. Discuss effective control and its maintenance..
- Week 13Module 3: Organization, Departmentalization and Qualities of Extension
Unit 4: Coordination · 2 hours
Define coordination and its uses.. Explain the methods of achieving effective coordination in extension organizations..
Preparing for the exam
- Review key definitions and concepts from Units 1-5 in Module 1 to establish a strong foundation.
- Create comparative tables outlining the pros and cons of different training methods (Unit 3, Module 2).
- Develop case studies applying the principles of effective supervision (Unit 4, Module 2) to real-world extension scenarios.
- Outline the steps involved in policy formulation (Unit 4, Module 4) and practice identifying potential challenges at each stage.
- Focus on understanding the different types of recruitment (Unit 3, Module 4) and their implications for staff quality.
- Practice analyzing budget scenarios (Unit 2, Module 4) and identifying areas for improvement in resource allocation.
Questions students ask about this course
What is AEM715 about?
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of managing agricultural extension personnel. It explores the meaning, objectives, scope, and functions of personnel management in agricultural extension. The course covers organizational structures, departmentalization, and the qualities of effective extension personnel. Students will learn about staff appraisal, budgeting, policy formulation, and human resource management, equipping them with the skills to address challenges faced by extension personnel managers and enhance agricultural production.
How many units does AEM715 have?
AEM715, Management Of Agricultural Extension Personnel, has 17 units across 4 modules, over 114 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is AEM715?
AEM715 carries 2 credit units, at 700 level in Agricultural Sciences.
Is AEM715 hard?
AEM715 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does AEM715 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 17 units.
How is AEM715 assessed?
AEM715 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.
What can I do with AEM715?
Extension Officer, Agricultural Manager, Human Resources Manager, Agricultural Consultant and Policy Advisor.