Watney College operates a transparent and accountable governance framework with a clear separation between strategic oversight and executive management.
The Board holds ultimate statutory and fiduciary responsibility for the institution, including financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, institutional strategy and academic governance.
| Name | Role | Area of Expertise | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kishour Zadid | Chair of the Board | IT Systems and Digital Infrastructure | Executive |
| Dr Atm Shafiul Alam | Principal | Electronic Engineering and Computer Science | Executive |
| Kamal Pervez | Director | Finance and Accounting | Executive |
| Syed Jahedul Islam | Director | Academic Leadership and Commerce | Executive |
| Farhama Akter | Director | Accounting and Healthcare Sector Operations | Executive |
| Tahamidul Mamur | Director and Company Secretary | Admissions and Marketing Strategy | Executive |
| Carolina Ursachi | Non-Executive Director | Economics, Independent Oversight and Governance | Non-Executive |
| Sanjeeda Sarmin Badhon | Non-Executive Director | Pharmaceutical | Non-Executive |
All relationships are two-way — authority is delegated downward and formal reports flow upward through the same channel. Dotted double-headed arrows represent this two-way delegation and reporting relationship.
Full staffing hierarchy from Board of Directors through to academic delivery roles.
Governance Framework
Each committee operates under approved Terms of Reference and submits formal reports through defined governance channels.
Reports to: Board of Directors
Monitors institutional performance against KPIs, reviews student outcomes and risk registers, and escalates material concerns directly to the Board.
Reports to: Board of Directors
Senior academic authority responsible for academic standards, curriculum approval, assessment oversight and compliance with awarding body requirements.
Reports to: Board of Directors · Chaired by Non-Executive Director
Provides independent oversight of financial sustainability, risk management, audit outcomes, business continuity and senior remuneration arrangements.
Reports to: Academic Board
Oversees internal verification, assessment moderation and preparation for external quality review across all programmes.
Reports to: Academic Board
Exercises delegated authority from the Academic Board to ratify assessment outcomes, confirm progression decisions and approve awards.
Reports to: Academic Board
Monitors programme performance, curriculum relevance, employer alignment and student feedback at programme level.
Reports to: Principal's Executive Group
Oversees student representation, work-based learning arrangements and employer engagement. Academic matters escalated through established governance channels.
Reports to: Board of Directors(Accountable to)
Responsible for day-to-day operational management and implementation of strategy approved by the Board. Does not exercise governance authority.
Clear Separation
Watney College maintains a clear separation between governance and executive management. Governance bodies do not manage day-to-day operations, and executive management does not override academic or governance decisions.
Public Accountability
Audited financial accounts are published below in accordance with our commitment to transparency and regulatory compliance.
| Document | Year | Download |
|---|---|---|
Audited Financial Accounts | 2022–23 | Download PDF |
Audited Financial Accounts | 2023–24 | Download PDF |
Audited Financial Accounts | 2024–25 | Download PDF |
Last reviewed: November 2025 · Next review: November 2026 · Approved by: Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is the governing body of Watney College and holds ultimate responsibility for the College's strategic direction, financial sustainability, and compliance with all regulatory requirements. The Board operates in accordance with its Articles of Association and is committed to the principles of good governance.
