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  Financial Objectives


  1.  To ensure that the University’s overall activities are financially sustainable by achieving the required return on income to support future investment.
  2. To support the teaching, research and other activities of the University through the efficient planning, management and control of its financial and business affairs.
  3. To prepare the University’s Strategic Financial Plans, whilst ensuring that statutory and regulatory obligations of financial accountability and reporting are provided, including compliance with the Financial Memorandum.
  4. To ensure all income due to the University is properly accounted for and received on time.
  5. To ensure payments are correctly recorded, paid to the right person, for the correct amount and on time.
  6. To maintain probity in the use of funds by ensuring that financial policies and procedures are followed.
  7. To provide a transparent and fair procurement service that promotes value for money and mirrors best practice.
  8. To ensure that Treasury management Policies & Procedures follow best practice.
  9. To maximise income from capital investments, minimise risk in investing the University’s funds and consider private sector funding opportunities.
  10. To provide professional financial advice to Senior Officers, Deans and other managers to protect the University, manage risk and facilitate decision making.

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