The demographic data and model survey instruments used in a study of 444 Wisconsin administrators of schools, universities, hospitals, correction institutions, and governmental agencies are described. A taxonomy of 58 desired competencies grouped by (1) general management techniques, (2) personnel administration, (3) legal requirements, (4) communication and motivation, (5) program development, (6) finance, and (7) output assessment and evaluation resulted from this study. The data base can be linked to policy decision by educational systems to design and implement interdisciplinary, inservice training programs in administration. The instruments can be applied periodically to determine if administrative training needs and opportunities are still relevant. (Author)