Policy Library

GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY POLICY LIBRARY

The Policy Library is the authoritative source for current University policy documents.

All policy documents in the Policy Library are governed by the Policy Governance Framework and have been categorised under the three headings of Academic, Governance and Operational. Our Framework reflects and embeds our values of fairness, equity, diversity and inclusion and provides a safe and supportive environment for all staff and students.

You can search for policy documents using the search bar at the top of this page or by selecting one of the policy document categories below.

Resources

We have a range of resources to support the development, review and approval of policy documents.

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Operational

Operational policy documents relate to mandatory practice and decision-making principles for areas of University business and operations that do not fall within the definition of academic or governance.

Academic

Academic policy documents relate to the academic business of the University including all matters relating to teaching and learning, programs and courses, student administration and support, research and research training.

Governance

Governance policy documents are those for which the Council, and Committees of Council, are responsible as the governing authority (which have not otherwise been delegated) including all matters of which the Council cannot delegate its power under the Act. This covers the University’s strategic direction, budget, policies, delegations of authority and ensuring effective overall management of the University.

POLICY LIBRARY RESOURCES

The following resources support Policy Advisors with the development, review, consultation, approval and implementation of policy documents in accordance with the Policy Governance Policy and Policy Governance Procedure.

For information about the Policy Governance Framework, or for help with governance or operational policy documents please contact Corporate Governance at policy@griffith.edu.au.

For help with academic policy documents please contact Academic Governance at policyservices@griffith.edu.au.

Local Protocol Template

Schedule Template

Standard Template

Policy Approval Information Sheet

Inclusive and Accessible Policy Documents Guidelines

Delegations Framework

Consultation Feedback Log Template

Implementation and Communication Plan Template

Policy Style Guide

Policy Library Glossary

POLICY APPROVAL INFORMATION

Policy approval is determined through delegated authority. Only Council can delegate this authority. The Vice Chancellor may sub-delegate authority to approve policy documents within the authority delegated to the Vice Chancellor.

This delegated or sub-delegated authority includes the approval of new policy documents, and amendments to, or rescission of, existing policy documents.

For Policy Approval Information

IMPORTANT: Changes to position titles and organisational structures

As University organisational structures and position titles change, some policy documents may continue to refer to previous position titles until the documents are updated.

Where a position has been renamed or disestablished, responsibility under a policy document should be read as applying to the principal successor to the functions of that position, as appropriate. For delegated authorities, the Delegations Policy and Delegations Register apply. The Delegations Policy provides that, unless otherwise determined by the delegator, where a position or Council committee is renamed or disestablished, the delegation is assigned to the principal successor to its functions. Authorities held by a delegate may also be exercised by higher-level managers in the delegate's reporting line, subject to any professional qualification requirements and compliance with legislation and University policy documents.

If you have any queries about the application of a policy document following an organisational or position title change, please contact the Policy Advisor listed in the policy document or email policy@griffith.edu.au

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Policy and Delegations Update

The Policy and Delegations update is a quarterly digest featuring the latest news on University policy documents and delegations of authority, including the implementation of both the Policy Governance Framework and Delegations Framework.

If you missed the latest edition in your Inbox, please find it below:

Policy and Delegations Newsletter (September 2024)

Policy and Delegations Newsletter (June 2024)

Policy and Delegations Newsletter (March 2024)

Access previous editions from the Policy and Delegations update Archive.