Section 10: Functions and powers of Board

10. Functions and powers of Board (1) The Board shall be the governing body having the direction and superintendence of the University of Technology and its principal responsibilities shall include— (a) devising or approving strategic plans and major policies for the University of Technology; [Issue 1] U9 – 6 Revised Laws of Mauritius (b) overseeing its management and development; (c) monitoring and reviewing its operations; and (d) providing rigorous and accountable standards in its various operations. (2) The Board may— (a) do all such things as may be necessary for, or incidental or conducive to, the performance of its functions under subsection (1); and (b) on behalf of the University of Technology— (i) confer honorary degrees; (ii) appoint the academic and general staff; (iii) manage and control its affairs, property and finance; (iv) enter into any contract or other arrangement; (v) with the Minister’s approval, amend the Statutes by regulations; (vi) institute courses of study; and (vii) take any decision on a question of policy relating to its administration and working. (3) The procedure to be observed for the convening and holding of meetings of the Board shall be as specified in the Statutes.