FACULTY SELECTION COMMITTEE

Purpose

The Academic Faculty Selection Committee is established to ensure a transparent, rigorous, and equitable process for the selection of qualified academic faculty members at Maldives Business School. This committee is tasked with upholding the institution’s academic standards and values while recruiting individuals who contribute to Maldives Business School’s educational excellence.

Functions

1. Position Review: Thoroughly review and understand the academic faculty job description, qualifications, and expectations to ensure alignment with Maldives Business School’s academic goals. Review the Academic resource planning as per the strategic plan. 
2. Application Screening and Shortlisting: Evaluate submitted applications, CVs, and supporting documents to determine candidates meeting the minimum requirements for the position. Collaborate to shortlist candidates whose qualifications closely match the position’s criteria.
3. Interview and Assessment: Develop well-structured interview questions and assessment criteria that encompass teaching capabilities, subject expertise, research aptitude, and alignment with Maldives Business School’s educational ethos. Conduct interviews and assessments to comprehensively evaluate candidates’ suitability for the academic faculty role.
4. Reference Checks: Evaluate each candidate’s fit for the academic program and Maldives Business School’s academic culture. Present well-founded recommendations of selected candidates to the President, accompanied by comprehensive justifications.
5. Communication and Feedback: Effectively communicate committee recommendations and feedback to the President and Head of Corporate Affairs. Provide constructive feedback to candidates, as requested, to assist them in their professional growth.
6. Reporting and Documentation: Compile a comprehensive report that encapsulates the committee’s evaluations, assessments, and recommendations for each candidate. Document the entire selection process, including interview questions, assessment criteria, and reasons for final selections.

Composition

1. President
2. Head of Corporate Affairs
3. Human Resource Associate
4. Registrar (Academic)

Quorum

Two members

Frequency

As and when required.