terms of reference of the sabpp higher education committee

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PRINCIPLESThe following principles guide the HE Committee:Sound relationships between universities and SABPP are critical for quality learning delivery andthe promotion of HR professionalism in South Africa.The highest quality of learning provision and research is needed to ensure a sound highereducation for HR students.HR academic education must be based on sound research and a solid scientific foundation, butwith a clear link to practice in the real world of work.HR research must be disseminated to the HR professional community to improve practice.Universities should focus on adequately preparing HR students for the workplace.SABPP will set professional standards and guidelines for HR higher education curriculum.A greater sharing of information and resources between academics and practitioners willenhance the HR academy and profession.Student mobility between universities should be promoted where possible.All other requirements from CHE, DHET or SAQA must also be met.While the committee agrees on minimum requirements for all universities, individualinstitutions may exceed these requirements to gain competitive advantage.FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COMMITTEEThe remit of the committee is to address the following academic matters affecting HR professionalism:HR curriculum developmentAccreditationWork‐integrated learning and meeting the needs of the HR professional marketAssessment and moderationQuality assuranceHR research and benchmarkingHR thought leadershipHR student empowerment and employmentHR professionalism of academics and studentsStakeholder engagement and alliancesAlumni career trackingRecognition of prior learningSABPP Higher Education CommitteeHewlett‐Packard Company 2
COMPOSITION OF THE COMMITTEEThe composition of the committee is as follows:All universities accredited by SABPP have a seat at the committee and they will all be invited toattend committee meetings. While it may not always be feasible for all universities to attend allmeetings, regional meetings (e.g. Western Cape or Eastern Cape) may also be arranged. TheHead or Chair of all HR academic departments have a seat at the committee, but may send arepresentative if not available to attend a meeting.When two or more representatives from one university are present, only one vote will count.The HE committee will meet at least three times a year, or at more regular intervals whenrequired.Meetings will alternate between universities to ensure that members are exposed to alluniversities over time.The HE committee will co‐opt senior HR professionals to provide inputs into HR curriculum asthe voice of the profession.A Chairperson and Vice‐chairperson from different universities will be elected on an annualbasis. Additional members, or sub‐committee members may be co‐opted when required.The committee may from time to time recommend and approve a seat or seats for specialinterest groups with the aim of being inclusive of the HR professional or academic market, or toaddress certain key priorities requiring special attention.Academics from all accredited universities are invited to participate in the SABPP HumanResource Research Initiative (HRRI) projects and to build on these projects in their ownresearch.ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe following roles and responsibilities need to be fulfilled:A Chairperson is elected on an annual basis to oversee the work of the committee. The chair ofthe committee will prepare an annual report outlining the work of the committee to be includedin the SABPP Integrated Report.A Vice‐chair is elected annually to assist the chair and to oversee specific committee projects.The CEO will keep the HE committee informed of important SABPP strategic initiatives affectinguniversities. The CEO will drive the execution of decisions taken and provide feedback to theSABPP Board about the work of the committee. The CEO is responsible for ensuring alignmentwith the SABPP Charter and Strategy.The SABPP Head of Learning and Quality will manage the process of accreditation.SABPP Higher Education CommitteeHewlett‐Packard Company 3
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