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Governance refers to the framework of rules, relationships, systems and processes by which an enterprise is directed, controlled and held to account and whereby authority within an organisation is exercised and maintained. It encompasses authority, accountability, stewardship and leadership, and direction and control exercised in any organisation.

The culture of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ is the expression of its values in action. The Council and ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ management directly shape and influence that expression. Recognising that it is generally accepted that values drive behaviours, and behaviours drive outcomes, this Governance Statement expressly recognises that culture is founded on values-based principles, in addition to rules-based compliance. The increased focus on culture is recognised as a critical element of the success of modern, globally successful organisations.

The ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ is governed by its Council which is established by The ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide Act 1971. The Council has 13 members, is chaired by the Chancellor, and advised by its Standing Committees. The Council consists of external members, staff, students and graduates.

The Council's principal responsibilities include:

• appointing the Vice-Chancellor & President as the chief executive officer of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ and monitoring his or her performance
• approving the mission and strategic direction of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥, as well as the annual budget and business plan
• overseeing and reviewing the management of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ and its performance
• establishing policy and procedural principles, consistent with legal requirements and community expectations
• approving and monitoring systems of control and accountability, including general overview of any entities controlled by the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ (within the meaning of section 50AA of the Corporations Act 2001)
• overseeing and monitoring the assessment and management of risk across the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥, including commercial undertakings
• overseeing and monitoring the academic activities of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥
• approving significant commercial activities of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥.

The Council must in all matters endeavour to advance the interests of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥.

±õ³¾²¹²µ±ð:ÌýThe Hon. Catherine Branson AC SC,
Chancellor

Executive

°Õ³ó±ðÌýVice-Chancellor & President is responsible to the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥'s Council for the academic standards, management and administration of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥.

The Vice-Chancellor is supported by an Executive to whom most of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥'s organisational units report.

The Executive comprises:

• Vice-Chancellor and President
• Provost
• Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic)
• Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Research)
• Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (External Engagement)
• Chief Operating Officer
• Executive Dean, Faculty of Arts, Business, Law, and Economics
  
• Executive Dean, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
• Executive Dean, Faculty of Sciences, Engineering, and Technology
• Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Excellence)
• Interim Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Learning)
• Pro Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement)
• Chief Financial Officer
• Acting Chief People Officer
• Chief Information Officer
• Chief Marketing Officer
• Executive Director: Infrastructure
• Chair: Academic Board