IUGB - Governance

GOVERNANCE

An autonomous Board of Directors comprised of distinguished persons who serve in their personal capacities from international and local business, international organizations, NGO's, and the Government of Côte d'Ivoire govern the University.

The Board of Directors establishes University policy, conducts strategic planning, appoints the President and with him raises funds for facilities construction, scholarships and operation of the University.

The President, as the Chief Executive Officer, is responsible for the operation of the University within the academic and fiscal policies established by the Board. This role also includes, with Board approval, appointment of Vice Presidents and Deans.

COMPOSITION OF THE BOARD

Four members from partner countries or institutions

Four members from the Private Sector: two from local private businesses and
two from the international business community

Four distinguished persons of international repute interested in supporting the
University

  Four members from the government of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire drawn from:
    the Office of the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Higher Education, the Ministry of
    Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Economy and Finance

Two members from the University founding institution: The Agency for Education
and Development in Côte d'Ivoire

One member from Georgia State University, the founding partner of IUGB

The President of the University who is a non-voting member of the Board