Effectiveness of management of universal secondary education (USE) grant in secondary schools in Busoga subregion- Uganda.
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2024
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Busitema University
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This study delved into the effectiveness of the Board of Governors (BOG) enforcement of USE guidelines, financial management role and supervision role in USE secondary schools within the Busoga Subregion. It specifically examined the effectiveness of BOG (i) in enforcing USE grant guidelines in USE schools, (ii) financial role in the management of USE grant, and (iii) in the management of USE grant in secondary schools in the Busoga Subregion. The study employed a cross-sectional survey design that combined both qualitative and quantitative research approaches with a sample size of 127 respondents including 3 District Education Officers, 3 Inspector of schools, 9 BOG members, 3 Head Teachers and 82 Teachers. The validity of the questionnaire guide was established using the CVI of (80%). The study used census inquiry, simple random sampling and purposive sampling techniques. The data collection instruments used were the questionnaire and the interview guides. The reliability score was 0.763 while the validity index was at 80%. Qualitative data were analyzed using the verbatim method where direct relevant quotes to the study objectives were noted. Findings concerning BOG enforcement of USE grant guidelines revealed that BOG policies ensure that the admission process is facilitated under the USE grant (76% agreement), BOG policies on financial resources guide the management of USE grants (82% agreement), BOG school disciplinary policies are supported by USE grants (82% agreement) and BOG ensures that school academic standards are supported by USE grants (81% agreement). In addition, findings regarding whether BOGs participated in financial management reveal that BOGs participate in budgeting for USE grants (77% agreement), ensures that USE grants are used transparently (84% agreement), ensures that USE grants are appropriately allocated for the school's needs (75% agreement), and receives financial reports for USE grants (72% agreement). Regarding BOG's participation in the supervisory role, the study revealed that BOG gives regular feedback on the management of USE grants (71% agreement), follows up on the management of USE grants (72% agreement), and discusses audit reports on the management of USE grant (71% agreement). The researcher concluded that there was overwhelming support for BOG policies in facilitating the admission process under the USE grant, guiding financial resource management, upholding school disciplinary policies, and supporting academic standards. The study recommends that BOG should be actively involved in various aspects of grant management, including feedback mechanisms, follow-up, audit discussions, and regulatory functions as well as suggesting room for improvement in enhancing transparency and financial responsibility. The study concluded that the Effectiveness of BOG is pivotal in the management of USE grant in secondary schools.
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John, B. (2024). Effectiveness of management of universal secondary education (USE) grant in secondary schools in Busoga subregion- Uganda. [Masters, Thesis]. Busitema University.