St. George’s College is committed to fulfilling its mission through the adoption of the following strategic aims:

1. Diverse Academic Offerings: To provide a broad and varied selection of academic curricula that cater to the educational needs of our students.

2. Career and Personal Skills Development: To equip students with essential skills that contribute to their success both in their professional careers and personal lives.

3. Fostering Independence and Self-Discovery: To guide students toward becoming independent learners and leaders, supporting their journey of self-discovery.

4. Commitment to Excellence: To continuously strive for and maintain excellence by systematically reviewing teaching quality, facilities, equipment, curricula, and staff performance.

5. Promoting Personal Growth and Leadership: To offer a wide range of activities and experiences that foster personal development and cultivate leadership qualities among students.

Expansion and Future Growth Originally, St. George’s College offered its programs exclusively to non-EU students. However, from February 2023, the College expanded its offerings, including OTHM Level 3 programs, to both UK and EU students. In the future, St. George’s College plans to enter into partnerships with universities to deliver foundation degree courses and bachelor’s degree top-up programs in Tourism and Hospitality Management, as well as Business.

Location and Environment St. George’s College is situated in Crossharbour, East London, close to the financial district of Canary Wharf, providing students with unique opportunities in a prime location at the heart of the UK’s financial hub.

Governance Structure

St. George’s College operates within a governance framework established by its articles of association. The Board of Governance (BOG) serves as the primary governing body responsible for setting the strategic direction of the College. The BOG functions under the approval of the Board of Directors and oversees the College’s key committees and operations. The Board is responsible for:

• Defining the College's long-term strategic vision.

• Overseeing governance and decision-making structures.

• Hiring senior executives (excluding the director).

The Academic Board is the principal academic body at the College, responsible for managing local regulatory frameworks, policies, and procedures, and for ensuring high academic standards and quality. The Academic Board is committed to meeting the expectations of external stakeholders, particularly concerning the quality of the student experience and the academic standards of programs offered.

Committees Reporting to the Academic Board

The Academic Board oversees several key committees, each with distinct responsibilities:

1. Academic Planning Committee (APC): Responsible for academic portfolio planning, development, and recommending the approval or re-approval of academic partners. The APC ensures that academic quality and standards are continuously enhanced.

2. Program Committees: Each OTHM and HND program offered by the College is managed by a dedicated Program Committee, which includes program leaders, relevant teaching staff, and student representatives. These committees report to the Academic Board and are responsible for the day-to-day management of academic programs, maintaining high academic standards, and ensuring student engagement.

3. Course Committees: Formed for each validated course, Course Committees manage the operational aspects of individual courses, consider student evaluations, and review actions arising from previous course and module evaluations.

4. Student Representatives Committee: This committee provides a forum for students to share their views and feedback on their learning experience at the College. It includes teaching staff, student representatives, and other key stakeholders involved in the effective operation of academic programs.

5. Quality Assurance and Enhancement Committee: Ensures the College’s quality assurance systems align with the UK Quality Code and meet the expectations of awarding bodies, students, and both internal and external stakeholders.

6. Academic Assessment Panel: Oversees all assessment decisions, including awards, re-sit requirements, and compensation, ensuring academic integrity.

7. Subject Standards Board: Responsible for maintaining academic standards across specific subject areas, ensuring consistency and quality.

8. Progression Board: Reviews student performance prior to the commencement of the second academic year to determine progression eligibility from year one to year two.

Leadership and Executive Oversight

The Principal’s Executive Group advises the Principal on key strategic decisions relating to academic conduct and overall well-being. While this group has no direct academic authority, it plays a critical role in supporting the Principal.

The Principal, who chairs the Academic Board, holds ultimate responsibility for the College’s academic operations and reports to both the Board of Governance and the Board of Directors of the parent company. The Principal ensures that the College’s academic provision aligns with the institution’s strategic goals and external regulatory requirements.

In conclusion, the governance and academic structures at St. George’s College are designed to uphold excellence, promote academic integrity, and ensure the success of its students while adapting to the evolving educational landscape.