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The University Executive Board:

  • Ensures the effective leadership, coordination and management of the activities of the University
  • Ensures effective communication with and support for the Council, Senate and other key University committees
  • Prepares draft plans, strategies and budgets for consideration and approval by Council, Senate and other key committees
  • Ensures that the University Plan and associated strategies are implemented
  • Sets policy and takes executive decisions in accordance with an agreed scheme of delegation and decision making
  • Monitors the performance of the University against a range of performance indicators and where necessary takes corrective action
  • Maintains a high-level understanding of the wider context and environment in which the University operates
  • Ensures that the University responds in a timely way to emerging threats and takes advantage of new opportunities

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