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Framework

Cornell uses the following framework to guide policy development.

University Policy Framework

University Policy Framework: Legislation By-laws, Industry standards, Mission, Culture inform: University Policies, Unit Programs, Unit Procedures Supporting Documents, Forms, Guidelines, Registers, Manuals, Handbooks


Framework Details

 University PolicyWritten ProgramProcedure
EstablishesUniversity authority and overall requirementsHow the expectations set forth in a policy will be operationalizedHow to complete a specific task
Definition

Official university directive that:

  • Codifies authority
  • Mandates requirements of or provisions for members of the Cornell University community;

And typically addresses two or more of the following:

  • Has broad application throughout the university
  • Enhances the university’s mission
  • Reduces institutional risk
  • Promotes operational efficiency
  • Helps achieve compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Transparent, written document guiding a set of activities that specifies:

  • Scope
  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Key business processes
  • Training requirements
  • List of procedures

  • Document control

     

Standardized step-by-step actions that provide:

  • A beginning, middle, and end of a process  
  • Clear, repeatable, and consistent outcomes
Hosted byUniversity Compliance OfficeResponsible unit or collegeResponsible unit or college
Change Authority

Responsible Executive

Executive Policy Review Group (EPRG)

Responsible OfficeResponsible Office
LocationUniversity Policy LibraryResponsible unit website 
  • Responsible unit website
  • Secure document storage site