Good Governance and Quality

We act in accordance with the principles of good governance. Good governance and management are based on the proficiency of the directors, a strong set of ethical values, and appreciative interaction. Good governance and management are particularly challenging in these rapidly changing times. In order to create a sustainable future, management simultaneously promotes the renewal, productivity, quality, and wellbeing of the university community. We treat all members of our diverse community fairly. We make decisions in a justified, transparent, and dialogic manner.

The organization of Metropolia's activities and administration are governed by its Rules of Procedure and other internal regulations in accordance with the Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences Act (932/2014). The Rules of Procedure determine Metropolia’s strategy and quality work, organizational structure, and its various operators and bodies. The degree regulations define the principles governing the objectives, structure, and organization of studies (including the guidance and evaluation of studies).

Metropolia's quality management system functions as a tool for sustained development, ensuring that our activities are appropriate and cost-effective in accordance with the sustainable development model (Plan, Do, Check, Act). Evaluation, development of activities, and reorganization are based on a communal dialog. At Metropolia, each employee is responsible for quality management as it pertains to their duties.

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We will identify and avoid any conflicts of interest. We comply with Metropolia’s conflict of interest code in all activities. We will comply with the administrative guidance that specifies clear instructions for internal meeting practices, recreational and leisure activities, recognitions, travel policies, training, procurement of work equipment, use of facilities, contract suppliers, and business expenses and gifts.

How should I act?

Personnel

I will act in accordance with the principle of good governance.

I will contribute to the transparency of decision-making and foster the opportunities of others to take part in it.

I will familiarize myself with administrative guidelines in Oma intranet (in Finnish only)

I will familiarize myself with the conflict of interest code in Oma intranet (in Finnish only)

and act accordingly. If I have reason to believe that there is a conflict of interest, I will disqualify myself from the process.

I am familiar with the quality management objectives and the quality management system procedures (the processes to which my duties are related and the relevant instructions) pertaining to my work and aim to act in accordance with them.

Students

I will familiarize myself with the instructions in the student's guide, as well as my rights and obligations concerning my studies.

I will provide feedback and contribute to further development of my education where possible.

Partners

I will provide feedback for the further development of Metropolia's activities where possible.

I will act in accordance with the principle of good governance.