In leadership and governance, NJIT is commited to
• Integrated leadership
• Systematic development and deployment of checks and balances
• Widespread leadership recognition
Elements of the Emerging Shared Governance
Model
• Clearly defined mission, vision, and authority
• Deliberative process that assure rigorous analysis
• Cohesive framework for standing committees
• Transparent committee processes
• Timely closure on key decisions
• Responsiveness to state, regional, and federal environments.
Integrated Leadership at NJIT:
• Office of the President
• Senior Administration
• Board of Trustees
• Board of Overseers
• Boards of Visitors
• Faculty Council
• Administrative Departments
• Academic Departments
• Graduate Student Association
• Student Senate
Strategies for the Future
• NJIT will determine and articulate an evolving shared governance structure that best supports the university’s response to current and future challenges;
• NJIT will re-design its current standing committee system to improve its accountability, coordination, efficiency, decision-making, and reporting.