Higher Education Act, 1997 (Act No. 101 of 1997)

Notices

Standard Institutional Statute

50. Functions of principal
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(1)The principal is responsible for the day-to-day management and administration of the institution and has all the powers necessary to perform these functions.

 

(2)The principal reports to the council.

 

(3)By way of his or her office the principal is a member of all the committees of the council and the senate.

 

(4)The council may assign additional functions, and grant additional powers and privileges to the principal.

 

(5)When the principal is absent or unable to carry the duties, the vice-principal designated by the council takes over or the council may appoint an acting principal.