Belle Valley Community College is a large college system with four campuses. The chancellor occupies the top position in the organization, followed by four vice-chancellors. Each campus has a president, two vice-presidents, several deans, and faculty members, all of whom serve the students. The college also employs professionals who do not make decisions with respect to student curriculum; however, these individuals serve in other capacities, such as legal counsel to the administrators; human resource specialists for all employees; and technology specialists for all campuses. Which form of organization is Belle Valley using?

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Belle Valley is using a line-and-staff organization, where there is a clear chain of command (line) and specialized support staff (staff) to assist decision-makers with technical or specialized advice. The chancellor, vice-chancellors, presidents, and vice-presidents make up the line while deans and faculty members serve as staff. The professionals who provide legal counsel, human resources, and technology support are also staff members.

Belle Valley Community College Is a Large College System with Four