Governance
The University of Wolverhampton is led by the Board of Governors and the senior Executive team. It has nine academic schools, nine research institutes and centres, and a range of other departments.
The Honorary position of Chancellor is the figurehead of the University and presides over the University's ceremonial occasions and acts as its Ambassador. The role of Chancellor was created following the grant of University title in 1992.
The Board of Governors is responsible for the oversight of the University's activities and for the effective and efficient use of resources and the safeguarding of assets. It has 18 members including eight independent members and a representative of the student body.
The University Executive has responsibility for the overall management of the University. Executive is led by the Vice-Chancellor assisted by two Deputy Vice-Chancellors and four Pro Vice-Chancellors. Executive is also responsible for implementing corporate strategy and operational policy decisions from Academic Board and the Board of Governors.
Each Academic School is managed by a Dean aided by Associate Deans. The academic provision in the Schools is supported by support departments each managed by a head or director.
Wolverhampton's current Chancellor is The Rt Hon The Lord Paul of Marylebone, PC, and its current Vice-Chancellor is Professor Caroline Gipps, who took up the position in 2005, but has recently announced her intention to retire at the end of the 2010/11 academic year.
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