College Governing Body

Composition:

The College Governing Body is the supreme administrative authority of the college and consists of the following members (as outlined in the Act and Statutes of MG University):

 Ex-Officio Members:

• Manager of the College (Chairperson)
• Principal of the College (Member Secretary)
• Nominee by the University
• Nominee by the Government
• Two nominees from permanent teachers (one with over ten years of service, one with less)

Nominated Members:

• Up to six persons nominated by the management

Leadership: 

• The Manager of the college chairs the Governing Body meetings.
• The Principal serves as the member secretary, responsible for administrative tasks related to the Governing Body.

Functions: 

Overall Direction and Strategy:

• Governs and steers the college's overall direction and strategic development.
• Adapts strategic plans and formulates new policies.

Financial Oversight: 

• Oversees the college's finances and approves budgets.
• Makes decisions regarding revisions to fees and infrastructure modifications.

Management Supervision:

• Supervises and evaluates the functions of the college management.

Stakeholder Focus: 

• Protects the rights, interests, and well-being of all college staff.
• Steers relationships, collaborations, and alliances with relevant stakeholders.

Ethical Governance: 

• Advocates for ethical practices and value implementation within the college.

Specific Duties (as per the Act and Statutes): 

• Fix student fees and other charges based on recommendations from the Finance Committee.
• Institute scholarships, fellowships, and awards based on recommendations from the Academic Council.
• Approve the introduction of new programs leading to degrees and diplomas.
• Establish other committees as deemed necessary for the college's development and objectives.
• Meet at least twice a year.  Monitor and evaluate teaching programs and suggest improvements.
• Appoint the Principal/Director and staff based on recommendations from selection committees.
• Oversee faculty deployment, development, placement, and industry-institute interactions, suggesting remedial measures as needed.
• Perform other duties entrusted by the management and the University.
• Monitor institutional performance and quality assurance arrangements.

Meetings:

Meetings are convened at least twice a year, but additional meetings may be called by the Chairperson or upon request from a majority of members. Notice and agenda are circulated to members beforehand. Decisions are typically made by a simple majority vote, with the Chairperson holding the casting vote in case of a tie.

Important Note:

The Governing Body operates under the provisions of the relevant Act and Statutes of the University to which the college is affiliated. This document provides a general overview, and the specific composition, functions, and procedures may vary depending on the specific governing legislation.

College Governing Council-2023-24

SSV College, Valayanchirangara