Means by which Administrative Skills are Acquired

Means by which Administrative Skills are Acquired

Three major mechanisms facilitate the acquisition of administrative competence and skills. These are:
Education: this involves undertaking undergraduate and graduate studies.

Experience: this involves exposure to a variety of situations, problems, and demands. It involves time and maturity on the job.

Mentor-Mentee Relationship: involves a young administrator learning a set of administrative skills by observing, working with, and relating to a more seasoned higher administrator.