This paper surveys the current situation of MBO(management by objectives) implementation in 75 colleges and universities in central south China.The results of the survey show that the number of the universities which implement MBO tends to increase,and the implementation of MBO and the level of colleges and universities are positively correlated.The objective assessment is the biggest problem,while communication is the best way to attain the goals.The monitoring mechanism is necessary while on-the-spot investigation is the effective way.The expert group is the most anticipated examiner.Accordi...