PROGRAMME STANDARDS: ENGINEERING ... - DrJJ

LEADERSHIP, GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
PROGRAMME STANDARDS: ENGINEERING & ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
“There are many ways of administering an educational institution and the methods of
management differ between HEPs. Nevertheless, governance that reflects the leadership of an
academic organisation must emphasise excellence and scholarship. At the departmental level, it
is crucial that the leadership provides clear guidelines and direction, builds relationships
amongst the different constituents based on collegiality and transparency, manages finances
and other resources with accountability, forges partnership with significant stakeholders in
educational delivery, research and consultancy and dedicates itself to academic and scholarly
endeavours. Whilst formalised arrangements can protect these relationships, they are best
developed by a culture of reciprocity, mutuality and open communication” (COPPA, 2008,
pp.28).
This document will not raise issues pertaining to governance and administration as these are at
the institutional rather than at the programme level. The issue on academic programme
leadership is largely focused on the need for an expert within the field of study, who is able to
carry out the necessary curriculum monitoring and review in the light of new developments in
the field.
HEPs should distinguish further between academic leadership and administrative leadership
which may be in the hands of persons suitably qualified but not from within the field concerned.
Specific to the level offered at the HEP, the programme academic leadership must fulfill the
following qualification and experience:
CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA
Bachelor’s Degree in related field with THREE (3) years of experience.
BACHELOR’S DEGREE
Master’s Degree in related field with THREE (3) years of experience, preferably with a
Professional Engineer‟s (PEng) qualification.
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