QUT recognises its social responsibility, as an institute of higher education and a public entity, to make a positive contribution to the community through its activities. Council, as the governing body of the University, has responsibility to ensure good governance consistent with the National Governance Protocols for Higher Education Providers issued by the Australian Government and best practice governance principles for the public sector.
Australian Standard 8000-2003 Corporate Governance provides the following definition:
Corporate governance generally refers to the processes by which organisations are directed, controlled and held to account. It encompasses authority, accountability, stewardship, leadership, direction and control exercised in the organisation.
The governance framework clarifies how the structures, policies and practices of the University are integrated, and the respective roles of Council and management. It provides the foundation for the effective discharge of responsibilities and demonstrates QUT's commitment to good governance.
The Governance framework can be found in the Manual of Policies and Procedures (MOPP) in Policy A/1.1
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QUT Reconciliation Statement
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QUT Quality Framework
Compliance Policy
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