Composition

The role of the Planning and Resources Committee (PRC) is to recommend the strategic directions of the University to Council, in the context of development of the University’s plans and their resourcing strategies.

The Committee also provides advice to Council on issues arising from these plans. The key areas of concern to the Committee are planning and strategy, financial resources, asset management (including information technology) and human resources.

Members of the PRC include the Chairperson (appointed by Council), the Vice-Chancellor and President, four members with specific expertise in strategic financial management and planning, a member of the Audit and Risk Management Committee, and up to two members co-opted by the Chancellor. Membership is approved by Council and appointed members to PRC serve an initial period not exceeding three years, and can be extended for further terms subject to the composition and skill requirements of the Committee.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Chief Operating Officer and the Chief Financial Officer attend meetings.