University of Hertfordshire Strategic Plan 2007 - 2012

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Vision Our vision for 2012 is to be recognised as a new model of a university through far-reaching engagement with business, community and international partners, shaping the future success of our graduates operating in the global environment, and advancing the prosperity of our region. Strategic Aim The University is 'business-facing and business-like', deploying relevant and efficient business skills and techniques in the leadership , management and educational activities of the University.This systemic approach to business and to employer engagement gives the University its distinctive edge in an everchanging Higher Education environment. Throughout the planning period, the University's core activities will be filtered through the 'business lens'.We define 'business' as the external economic environment - it includes employers in the public and private sectors and those in self-employment. Our activities are guided by three key principles: close engagement with our partners and stakeholders flexibility, responsiveness and adaptability in all that we do an ethical and sustainable approach to our business. Adaptability to our changing environment is vital for our future success.As a core priority, the University will simplify and re-align its infrastructure, processes and regulatory systems, to achieve the necessary agility to thrive in the 21st century.This change will be underpinned by multi-disciplinary approaches to core activities and a blurring of traditional boundaries which exist between professions, disciplines and groupings of staff and students. We will invest in the skills and expertise of our staff - our core asset - to enable us to meet our strategic aims.
Mission Our mission is to: help our students achieve their maximum potential, with graduates distinguished for being innovative, creative, highly employable and equipped for their future careers play a key role in our region's economic prosperity and cultural development, by working closely with businesses, the public sector and the wider community continue investing in our people, courses, partnerships and facilities, and to be the leading university in enhancing the student experience undertake and exploit research, creating new knowledge that is disseminated, transferred and applied; achieving international standing in key research areas prepare our students to operate in the global economy, and to engender international and multicultural understanding both within the University and beyond provide an outstanding service and to ensure a rewarding experience for all who engage with our University. Values The University has defined a set of core values which inform and sustain all of our activities. putting students first excellence and its celebration innovation, creativity and professionalism respect for the individual enjoyment in learning and work
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