Council

College Council – College of Pharmacy, Hawler Medical University

The College Council of the College of Pharmacy, Hawler Medical University, is the highest academic and administrative authority within the college. It is responsible for planning, supervising, and making key decisions related to academic, administrative, and scientific affairs, ensuring alignment with the college's mission to graduate competent, ethical, and practice-ready pharmacists.

Composition of the College Council
The council is composed of senior academic and administrative leaders of the college, including:

Dean of the College – Chairperson of the council

Assistant Dean – Vice Chairperson

Heads of Academic Departments

A representative of teaching staff (according to university regulations)
The Dean presides over council meetings and oversees the implementation of all decisions.

Main Responsibilities
The College Council performs several key functions, including:

Academic Planning
Approving curricula and academic programs

Reviewing teaching, examination, and assessment systems

Ensuring alignment with national higher education standards

Scientific and Research Affairs
Supporting and promoting innovative research in pharmaceutical sciences

Discussing and endorsing scientific conferences, workshops, and seminars

Overseeing academic promotions and research output quality

Student Affairs
Reviewing student academic performance and progression

Approving graduation lists and academic honors

Addressing student disciplinary matters and appeals

Administrative Decisions
Managing teaching staff and departmental resource requirements

Planning college development, infrastructure, and financial resources

Establishing strategic partnerships with healthcare institutions

Quality and Community Engagement
Implementing continuous quality improvement measures

Overseeing community engagement initiatives to elevate healthcare quality

Supporting sustainable national development goals

Policy Implementation
The council implements regulations and policies issued by:

Hawler Medical University

The Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research

Meetings
The College Council meets regularly during the academic year (typically monthly or as needed) to discuss academic, student, research, and administrative matters. Urgent meetings may be called by the Dean when necessary. All decisions are documented and communicated to relevant departments for implementation.