... the governance structures of different types of universities to identify current practice. The report subsequently identifies internal and external university 'governors' and assesses the role of university regulators including the internal and external auditors. Finally there is a discussion of the findings and conclusions are reached. Introduction As with private sector entities, public sector bodies such as HEIs are overseen by a 'governing body' which is 'responsible for the conduct of its institution including ... use of public funds' (HEFCW, 1997). The governance structures within HEIs are determined by the legal origins of the organisation. HEIs fall into two categories: Pre-1992 and post 1992 universities. * Pre-1992 universities: (or 'Red-brick' / 'Russell Group' universities) established by a royal charter granted through the Privy Council. Some by a specific Act of Parliament. * Post-1992 universities: formed through Further and Higher Education Act (1992). These ex-polys were given the option of university status. As ...

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