Providing values-driven leadership to the University’s staff is a central component of the Executive’s work, alongside maintaining academic and financial stability. Members of the Executive also represent the University externally, collaborating with a broad range of individuals and partner organisations.
Our Executive
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The Executive Team
Led by the Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive, the Executive:
- leads the implementation of the University’s strategic plan, building upon existing strengths to achieve further success;
- works with the Board of Governors to articulate a clear and shared sense of purpose and future direction for the University;
- provides effective, values-driven leadership, promoting a sense of shared community and a culture of equality, diversity, ambition and achievement;
- maintains and enhances the academic performance of the University;
- ensures the delivery of high-quality teaching and an outstanding student experience;
- creates an environment that supports research and knowledge creation and exchange which, in turn, has a positive impact on individuals, organisations and communities;
- grows and enhances the University’s international reputation through its portfolio of transnational education pathway partners and institutions across the world;
- ensures a strong financial position and timely delivery against objectives, including the maintenance and development of the University’s infrastructure and estate;
- develops the University’s role as a regional anchor institution, positively impacting on society and the economy through collaboration with the public and private sectors; and
- ensures that the University has the resilience and adaptability to influence and respond to social, economic and sector changes.