Academic Heads Policy (AP9)

 

EXPLANATORY NOTES REGARDING THE ACADEMIC HEADS POLICY 
Issued May 2022 by the Office of the University Counsel

The Office of the University Counsel has issued these Explanatory Notes to provide information regarding the Academic Heads Policy and any associated Procedures, Rules, or Guidelines. 
Pursuant to the Regulatory Framework Policy (GA2), the Policy and any associated Procedure and Rules set out requirements that must be adhered to by members of the UBC community. However, Guidelines are non-binding and are merely intended to provide guidance to the UBC community. Guidelines may include illustrative examples, best practices, or recommendations. Similarly, these Explanatory Notes are informational only and do not have any regulatory effect.
The Responsible Executive(s) have primary responsibility for the implementation and administration of the Policy and any associated Procedures and Rules. Any questions regarding implementation and administration should be directed to the Responsible Executive(s). Any questions regarding the interpretation of the Policy and any associated Procedures and Rules may be directed to the Office of the University Counsel.
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Policy Short Title: Academic Heads Policy
Policy Long Title: Appointments and Extension of Appointments for Heads of Academic Units
Policy Number: AP9

View the Academic Heads Policy and Related Documents:
Academic Heads Policy and Associated Procedures

Policy Date: June 2021
Procedures Date: June 2021

Responsible Executive(s):
Provost and Vice-President, Academic (UBC Vancouver)
Provost and Vice-President, Academic (UBC Okanagan)

Responsible Board Committee: Employee Relations Committee

Related Policies:
Regulatory Framework Policy (GA2)

Related Legislation: N/A