Business Faculty Leader By-Election Opens at Leeds University

Students invited to nominate candidates for key leadership role

Leeds University Business School has opened nominations for the position of Business Faculty Engagement Leader, a part-time paid role designed to represent students and contribute to academic decision-making within the faculty.

Role and responsibilities

The Business Faculty Engagement Leader will act as a representative for students at the faculty level, providing a channel for student voices in discussions related to academic policies and improvements. The role involves:

• Representing Business School students in faculty matters
• Influencing and advocating for academic decisions and enhancements
• Developing leadership, communication, and professional skills
• Contributing to the improvement of the student experience for current and future cohorts

Eligibility and voting

Students who are enrolled in Leeds University Business School and will be studying during the academic years 2025/26 or 2026/27 are eligible to stand for election. All current Business School students have the right to vote in the by-election.

Key dates for the election process

• Nominations: 8 to 15 July
• Candidate Academy: 20 July, 2pm to 4pm
• Campaigning period: 21 to 26 July
• Meet the Candidates event: 28 July
• Voting day: 29 July
• Results announced: 31 July

The election provides an opportunity for Business School students to engage with their student leadership and influence the direction of their academic environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to nominate themselves within the specified timeframe.