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    An introduction to university governance / Cheryl Foy.

    • Title:An introduction to university governance / Cheryl Foy.
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    • Variant Title:University governance
    • Author/Creator:Foy, Cheryl, author.
    • Published/Created:Toronto, ON : Irwin Law, 2021.
      ©2021
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    • Library of Congress Subjects:Universities and colleges--Canada--Administration.
    • Description:xvi, 219 pages ; 23 cm
    • Summary:"Effective governance is now more important than ever to ensure that universities preserve the autonomy fundamental to the vital role they play in our society. These exciting institutions are at the forefront of research and teaching and are expected to be drivers and facilitators of social and technological change, innovation, commercialization, and knowledge transfer. As educators and recipients of significant public funds, they are the focus of public opinion and close financial scrutiny, and must work to comply with ever-changing government policy and increasing regulation. This book is for those who want to learn more about and to participate in university governance. The governance context for universities is unique, and playing a positive and effective role in university governance requires understanding this exceptionality: important concepts, the complex stakeholder context, decision-making structures, and the allocation of responsibilities within the university sector. An Introduction to University Governance is a resource to support current and prospective university governance professionals and those serving on university boards and academic governing bodies, and will be of interest to members of government, consultants, lawyers, mediators, arbitrators, and others who work closely with universities. It is intended to be an accessible rather than an academic book, written to encourage more effective university governance with more engaged participants within the over-150 universities in Canada."-- Provided by publisher.
    • Additional formats:Issued also in electronic format.
    • Notes:Includes bibliographical references (pages 195-207) and index.
    • ISBN:9781552215753 (softcover)
      155221575X (softcover)
    • Contents:What to Consider
      Fiduciary Duty
      Conflict of Interest
      A Framework for Diligence
      Key Internal Stakeholders: Students
      Key Internal Stakeholders: Faculty
      Key Internal Stakeholders: Administration
      Key External Stakeholders: Government
      Key External Stakeholders: Community
      Key External Stakeholders: Groups and Associations
      Unique and Essential Concepts
      Understanding Your University’s Governance Structure
      The Roles of the Board and the Academic Governing Body
      Shared Governance
      The Board and the President
      An Overview of University Finances
      Wrapping It Up: Some Important Conclusions.
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