SCMS Governance Structure
The Governance framework of the School of Communications & Media Studies provides the structure through which academic quality, institutional integrity, and strategic direction are maintained. It defines the roles of leadership, faculty, and administrative bodies in ensuring transparency, accountability, and compliance with academic and professional standards. Through sound governance, SCMS safeguards its mission, supports sustainable growth, and upholds the trust of students, partners, and the wider academic community.
This structure ensures transparency, accountability, and academic excellence across all levels of teaching, research, and administration. Departments under the School of Communications & Media Studies LLBSUK include:
- Central Management Committee
- Master’s ProgrammeÂ
- PGD Programme
- Executive Education
- Directorate of Students Affairs
- Academics & Assessment
- Administration & Finance
- Academic & Executive Leadership
The SCMS Management Team is led by an Executive Director, while the Dean chairs Central Management Committee (CMC). This Management Team is responsible for strategic direction, academic quality, programme development, and institutional partnerships. Together, they ensure that all academic activities meet global standards and remain relevant to industry and society.
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- Faculty Team
The Faculty Team at the School of Communications & Media Studies (SCMS) serves as the intellectual and strategic backbone of the institution, providing strong academic leadership across all programmes. Comprising accomplished scholars, industry practitioners, and policy-savvy communication professionals, the faculty not only delivers rigorous, practice-driven teaching but also shapes curriculum development, research direction, and quality assurance.
Through their leadership, the Faculty Team at SCMS sustains a culture of excellence, innovation, and relevance, preparing graduates to become influential communicators, consultants, and thought leaders.
Central Management Council (CMC)
The Central Management Council (CMC) is the highest policy and governance body of the School of Communications & Media Studies (SCMS), responsible for providing strategic oversight, institutional direction, and regulatory alignment. Through its leadership, the CMC upholds transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainability across all areas of the School.
Dean, SCMS & Chair CMC
Program Director, Masters
Program Director, ExED
Program Director, PGD
Executive Director/COO
DD Admin/CMC Secretary
Executive Management Team
The Executive Management Team is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and operational execution of SCMS’s vision and strategic objectives. It oversees academic administration, admissions, finance, marketing, student services, and faculty coordination, ensuring that policies set by the CMC are effectively implemented. By managing institutional performance and driving innovation in programme delivery and student engagement, the Executive Management Team ensures that SCMS runs efficiently, maintains high standards, and delivers a world-class learning experience.
Dean, SCMS & Chair CMC
Executive Director/COO
Deputy Director Admin