Stakeholders of Quality

Evaluation Nucleus (NDV)

The Evaluation Unit (NDV) of Humanitas University is composed of 5 members external to the university, experts in evaluation, and 1 representative of the students of Humanitas University.

The NDV is responsible for continuously and systematically assessing the University’s performance in organization, research, and teaching activities, and for verifying the overall quality of processes, contributing to the improvement of the internal self-assessment system.

Specifically, the NDV must carry out:

• Annual control of the application of criteria and indicators for periodic evaluation
• Verification of the adequacy of criteria and methodologies used in self-assessment processes
• Support in establishing and updating the system of measurable and observable indicators for degree programs and departments

Regarding the accreditation procedures of Campuses and Degree Programs (CDS), the NDV:

• Provides a binding opinion on the fulfillment of requirements for initial accreditation for the establishment of new degree programs
• Verifies the proper functioning of the Quality Assurance system in monitoring compliance with the initial and periodic accreditation requirements of the Programs and Campuses
• Supports the University’s governing bodies in developing additional indicators to achieve the objectives of their strategic planning, also based on indicators identified by the Joint Committees of Teachers and Students (CPDS)
• Interfaces directly with Degree Programs and Departments through hearings

The NDV prepares an annual report based on specific indications from ANVUR, which must then be submitted within the established deadlines, including a report on activities related to AVA, and is presented to the Board of Directors (CDA).

Teacher-Student Parity Committee (CPDS)

The CPDS is composed equally of teachers and students representing the Degree Programmes of the Department. It evaluates:

• Learning outcomes in relation to employment prospects
• The effectiveness of teaching, instructional methods, and facilities
• Transparency of information published about Degree Programmes
• The impact of corrective interventions

It prepares an annual report for each Degree Programme, including proposals for improvement, identified issues, and particularly focusing on students’ feedback outcomes. This report is sent to NDV, PQA, and the Programme Committee, which consider it for subsequent corrective actions.

The Degree Programmes

Degree Programmes design and manage the educational pathways under the direction of the President and, for Health Professions, with the support of the Coordinator.

The main activities in QA are:

• Planning and updating the Degree Programme
• Evaluating the educational pathway
• Drafting and publishing the Syllabi
• Preparing the Annual Unique Form (SUA-CdS), consisting of two sections: one relating to Quality and the other to Administration. Access to the public sections of the SUA-CdS is provided through the Universitaly portal in the dedicated section for educational offerings.

Each programme appoints a QA/Review Group, chaired by the President or Coordinator, also comprising a student appointed by the Student Council. The group:

• Defines objectives and improvement actions
• Drafts the Annual Monitoring Sheet (critical commentary on ANVUR indicators)
• Prepares the Cyclical Review, a five-year self-assessment document that analyses strengths, critical issues, and proposals for the subsequent cycle of study.

Department

The Department promotes, coordinates, and manages teaching activities and scientific research, as well as external activities related to it. It also defines operational research lines based on the Strategic Plan and prepares an annual report on the quality of research activities.

Student Council

It is the autonomous body representing and organising students. It has an advisory function and actively participates in QA processes, including appointing representatives to QA/Review Groups.

Staff

The technical-administrative staff collaborates at various levels of responsibility to implement and monitor QA processes. In synergy with faculty and the management of affiliated healthcare structures, they ensure the effective functioning of the quality system.