Governance

Governance

The Governance category focuses on institutional sustainability management, transparency, digital transformation, data protection, integrity systems, leadership equity, and ethical standards across university operations.

  • Sustainability Governance: Budgeting, reporting, and dedicated coordination for sustainability programs.
  • Digital Transformation: Use of ICT, AI, IoT, and learning platforms to support planning, monitoring, service delivery, and literacy.
  • Compliance and Integrity: Data protection, anti-corruption systems, complaint channels, and ethical codes.
  • Inclusive Leadership: Monitoring leadership balance and institutional accountability.

1. University budget for sustainability efforts (USD)

2. Sustainability report

3. Financial report

4. Availability of a unit or office that coordinates sustainability on campus

5. Use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for sustainability program planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation

6. Use of advanced digital technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), to support decision-making, operational efficiency, and service delivery across university administrative and academic processes

7. Compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or Equivalent National Data Protection Regulations

8. Ratio of Female Leaders to Total Institutional Leaders

9. Anti-Corruption and Integrity System of the University

10. Whistleblowing and complaint system of the university

11. LMS-enabled digital literacy program for students and staff

12. Written code of ethics that applies to university leaders, academic staff, administrative staff, and students