Partner Due Diligence Evaluation of Strategy and Reputation (APT5) [insert name of proposed partner] Name: Faculty or Service: Date completed: Business Questions to guide assessment of strategy and reputation Does the potential partner have a strategy in place that fits with UWE’s aspirations and, are there effective mechanisms in place to deliver the strategy? Is the reputation and standing of the institution (and proposed subject areas) assured; can we identify potential risks to UWE’s reputation? Do we have any concerns with links of the institution to other organisational entities? Is the potential partnership with UWE a top management priority? Assessment of available material: Perceived strengths: Concerns: Conclusions and Recommendations: Business questions to be covered at institutional visit/ staff required for further meeting(s): APT 5