The University subscribes to a participatory and transparent management culture and believes that the key to effective and efficient management is for staff to share the concept of self-accountability – demonstrating a sense of responsibility and ownership while at the same time contributing to the fulfilment of the University objectives. Effective and efficient management can optimize the use of both academic and administrative staff time, raise productivity, and facilitate stronger cultures of learning, teaching and research. We are committed to a series of actions to strengthen the skills of staff in leadership positions, to re-affirm our commitment to high quality teaching, to promote values that recognize exceptional performance through the implementation of effective human resources policies, to enhance operational efficiency, and to strengthen our funding position.

In the coming decade, we will:

• continue to strengthen the academic capacity and leadership of the University;
• cultivate a high level performance culture by reviewing and refining the appraisal and Performance-Based Reward System to motivate and reward high achievers;
• enhance the awareness of the already sound internal controls, and promote the management of risk;
• review and streamline oversight and approval processes at all levels;
• enhance operational efficiency by promoting a culture of continuous improvement and introducing best practice from industry; and
• expand and diversify funding sources to ensure the long-term sustainability of the University.

• Examples of Streamlining to Enhance Efficiency
• Increase in the Amount of Funding Sources