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FIRST SECTION

Purpose, Scope, Basis and Definitions

Purpose

Article 1

(1) The purpose of this directive is to regulate the procedures and principles regarding the objectives, activity framework, working method of the Istanbul Aydın University Corporate Excellence Coordination, and the duties and working manner of its administrative bodies.

Scope 

Article 2

(1) This Directive covers the provisions regarding the objectives, activity framework, working method of the Istanbul Aydın University Corporate Excellence Coordination, and the duties and working manner of its administrative bodies.

Basis 

Article 3

(1) This directive has been prepared based on Article 35 of the Higher Education Law No. 2547 dated 4/11/1981, the Higher Education Quality Assurance Regulation published in the Official Gazette No. 29423 dated 23/7/2015, and the Istanbul Aydın University Academic Evaluation and Quality Improvement Directive enacted by the Istanbul Aydın University Senate Decision No. 2007/10 dated 27.12.2007.

Definitions

Article 4

(1) In this Directive, the following expressions mean:

1. University: Istanbul Aydın University,
2. Coordination: Istanbul Aydın University Corporate Excellence Coordination,
3. Coordinator: The Head of Istanbul Aydın University Corporate Excellence Coordination,
4. Rector: The Rector of Istanbul Aydın University,
5. Senate: The Senate of Istanbul Aydın University,
6. University Administrative Board: The Administrative Board of Istanbul Aydın University,

respectively.

SECOND SECTION

Objectives and Working Principles of the Coordination

Purpose of the Coordination

Article 5

(1) The purpose of the Coordination within the University is to carry out the tasks and processes in the areas of: a) Continuous improvement and quality,

1. Data management,
2. Corporate innovation processes,
3. Institutionalization

in coordination with relevant units and ensure that the units within the Coordination operate effectively and efficiently in line with corporate objectives.

Working Principles

Article 6

1. The Coordination operates under the Vice-Rector determined by the Rector.
2. The Coordination consists of the Coordinator and Office Managers reporting to the Coordinator.
3. The Coordinator is appointed by the Rector for three years from among the University's tenured faculty members to carry out tasks in line with the objectives and activities of the Coordination. The Coordinator may be reappointed. The Coordinator is accountable to the Rector or the Vice-Rector authorized by the Rector for their activities.
4. Office Managers are appointed by the Rector from among academic and/or administrative staff to perform tasks in line with the objectives and activities of the Coordination. They are accountable to the Coordinator and the Rector for the office's activities.

THIRD SECTION

Activity Areas and Duties and Responsibilities of the Related Offices

Activity Areas of the Coordination

Article 7

1. Within the Coordination, there are four offices to achieve the objectives specified in Article 5 of this directive.
2. The offices within the Coordination carry out their duties in coordination and cooperation with each other.

Article 8

(1) Continuous Improvement and Quality Office:

a) Plans, executes, and reports all activities related to strategic planning, quality, accreditation, and continuous improvement within the University in accordance with the Academic Evaluation and Quality Improvement Directive.

b) Conducts and reports surveys regarding satisfaction of academic and administrative staff, students, and external stakeholders and implements improvements.

c) Evaluates and improves complaints and/or suggestions submitted through the feedback system.

ç) Ensures the effective and efficient implementation of the "Procedures and Principles for Strategic Planning and Quality Commission" approved by the University Senate.

d) Ensures the effective and efficient conduct of the Institutional Self-Assessment process.

2) Data Management Office:

a) The purpose of the Data Management Office is to monitor, report, and evaluate the qualitative and quantitative aspects of academic, cultural, and social activities within the University.

b) Creates and updates a database of all statistical information related to the University (annual publications, projects, editorial work, citations).

c) Ensures that the required information is obtained periodically or when needed from the data officers designated by Faculty/School/Institute.

ç) Classifies, analyzes, and reports the collected data according to various criteria (number of publications in indexed journals, publications per faculty member, international collaborations, total citations).

d) Compiles information related to national and international university rankings and coordinates the entry of related data with the University Rectorate.

e) Performs other activities suitable for its purpose.

3) Corporate Innovation Office:

a) Researches, implements, and evaluates new ideas regarding the corporate functioning of the University.

b) Issues calls for innovations related to teaching, research, and social activities, monitors the implementation of ideas, and recommends rewarding successful ideas to the Rectorate.

c) Researches, plans, and implements new practices, new units, and new activities aimed at increasing satisfaction of University members.

d) Collects new ideas related to corporate processes from the feedback system, submits them to the Rectorate, and manages the implementation of approved ideas.

4) Institutionalization Office:

a) Determines assignments and appointments within the scope of authority and responsibilities defined by legislation.

b) Prepares and implements surveys to analyze the University culture and reports the results.

c) Develops and implements suggestions to strengthen the sense of belonging to the University.

ç) Prepares, implements, and reports surveys to analyze internal and external perception of the University.

d) Ensures the dissemination and monitoring of the "ethical codes" determined by the Senate for the University.

e) Identifies policy needs regarding institutionalization processes in gender equality and sustainability and leads their preparation.

FOURTH SECTION

Miscellaneous and Final Provisions

Enforcement

Article 14

(1) This directive shall enter into force on the date it is approved by the Senate.

Execution

Article 15

(1) The provisions of this directive shall be executed by the Rector of Istanbul Aydın University.