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Code of good governance for universities

Dutch universities consider it extremely important that governance be transparent and accountable. To this end they have composed and signed their own ‘Code of good governance for universities’. This code was first compiled in 2006 and modified on 10 May 2017.

Main features of the administrative organization

The University of Groningen comprises eleven faculties and three departments. The three departments are University Services, the University Library and the Centre for Information Technology.

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Membership of the Board of the University

The Board of the University is the University’s central governing body. Its members are appointed by the Supervisory Board and are supported by the Office of the University.

Supervisory Board

The University Supervisory Board is responsible for the supervision of the Board of the University and the management of the entire University. The Supervisory Board’s responsibilities include: approval of the institutional plan, budget and administrative regulations, and the annual report.

Annual reports

Integrity

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  • More information: Regulations for Reporting Malpractices and Irregulations
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