Terms of Reference – Executive Committee (ExCo)

Context

The Executive Committee (ExCo) ensures there is effective leadership and management of all the activities undertaken by Northeastern University London (the University) and provides a link between Northeastern London Board and the Senior Management Team (SMT). It ensures that the strategic priorities as outlined in the University’s Strategic Plan are being met through the operational execution of Academic Board and the SMT.

ExCo supplies Northeastern London Board with reports, draft budgets and accounts, key performance indicators, and information on capital investments, and reports on risk management.

Terms of Reference

1. To act collectively in ensuring the effective leadership of the University.
2. To advise Northeastern London Board on the key operational and strategic issues facing the University.
3. To exercise the delegated authority from Northeastern London Board, including but not limited to:
   1. To oversee the strategic planning process and agree the University’s Strategic Plan to be recommended to Northeastern London Board.
   2. To implement plans to deliver the strategic priorities within the context of the University’s Strategic Plan.
   3. To formulate, implement and execute specific policies and procedures required for the compliant operation of the University and the delivery of the Strategic Plan, and to seek approval, as required, for them from the Northeastern London Board.
   4. To review periodically the Risk Register to ensure that key risks are appropriately managed.
   5. To receive and evaluate regular reports on the financial activities of the University.

Membership

Chief Executive Officer (Chair)

Executive Assistant to Senior Management Team and Executive Committee (Secretary)

Dean of Northeastern University London

Deputy Dean and Associate Dean for Innovation and Enterprise

Associate Vice President for Academic Services and Student Engagement

Quorum

ExCo is quorate when the Chair (or alternate Chair, as agreed by the Chair) and at least two other members are present.

Frequency of Meetings

ExCo will meet on a fortnightly basis.

Reports to

Northeastern London Board

Reports From

Senior Management Team

Policy and Compliance Committee

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

Remuneration Committee (Staff)

Fair Access and Participation Strategy Group

Communicates With

Academic Board

Rolling Agenda Items

Report from Academic Board

Report from Senior Management Team

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