MUNSTER TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY. Story so far...

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1 MUNSTER TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY Story so far...

2 Past Where have we come from?

3 The Journey to Date National Strategy for Higher Education to 2030 (Hunt Report) released. Higher Education Landscape Document provided detail on the process and criteria for TU designation. Joint supplementary submission to the Landscape Document (Stage 1). Stage 2 submission completed and approved by the HEA and International Panel (Stage 3). MTU Integration Agreement approved by both Governing Bodies. MTU Project Office established and Project Management Framework created ongoing MTU Governance Board established and personnel recruited.

4 Commitments Made - MTU Integration Agreement (2015) Quality of the Student Experience An essential foundation ethos of the new university is that there is parity of esteem between two campuses in Cork and Kerry, and having regard to the variety of the student body in the future, that the quality of the student experience in both major campuses, supported by appropriate levels of student services, will be consistent with one another. Staff as a Key Stakeholder The MTU will continue as directed by the Minster to honour all nationally negotiated contracts and national agreements with respect to the terms and conditions of staff. There will be no compulsory redundancies and there will be no compulsory redeployment between the Cork and Kerry campuses. To read the full MTU Integration Agreement visit

5 Commitments Made - MTU Integration Agreement (2015) University Culture To ensure the creation of a single Student Brand Experience across the Kerry and Cork campuses, we recognise the need to protect the unique ethos of both campuses and their ability to respond to regional needs. The parties see this as being one of the key enablers of MTU. To read the full MTU Integration Agreement visit

6 Present Where are we now?

7 Current State MTU project is taking shape. Preparatory and planning work in progress and PMO established. Project Sponsors and Leaders appointed with some positions yet to be filled. Step change in the level of communication and interaction in respect of the project. Aim to be ready to prepare Stage 4 submission by the end of June Earliest possible date for MTU is September 2019.

8 DOES and HEA Commitment to TU Sector Mary Mitchell O Connor TD appointed Minister of State at the Department of Education and Skills with special responsibility for Higher Education in June 2017 Funding allocated from HEA Awards : Strategic Innovation and Development Fund 100, : Merger Fund 766, : Merger Fund 400,000 Total: 1,266,667 Ongoing high level engagement with senior government officials Cabinet has approved progression of the TU Bill (7 th November) to the Education Committee on 15 th November

9 Government Commitment Technological Universities have a key role to play in driving job creation and regional development. My plan focuses on creating strong regional competitive advantage based on technological innovation and skills, including multi-campus Technological Universities, research access and enterprise partnership. I look forward to progressing this important legislation and working with stakeholders on the development of technological universities. The technological university model provides the opportunity to drive regional development, provide more opportunities for students, and create a step change in the impact and influence of these institutions regionally, nationally and internationally. Richard Bruton TD, Minister for Education and Skills, July 2017 Mary Mitchell O Connor TD, Minister of State at the Department of Education and Skills with special responsibility for Higher Education, July 2017

10 Programme Phases CORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY TRALEE MUNSTER TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY Pre-Merger Phase Post-Merger Phase October August 2019 Merger Phase September August st September 2019

11 Programme Structure MTU Governance Board Workstream Sponsor(s) Academic Affairs Student Admin & Support Corporate Affairs / IT & Comms Research /Engagement Structures for Governance & Management Communications & Change Management Dr Áine Ní Shé, CIT Dr Brendan O Donnell, ITT Paul Gallagher, CIT Workstream Sponsor Brid McElligott, ITT Dr Oliver Murphy & Dr Barry O Connor Dr Orla Flynn, CIT Project Leader(s) (To be filled) Heather Madden, CIT Teresa Murphy, CIT (To be filled) Tim Daly, ITT & Tadhg Leane, CIT Anne Looney, ITT MTU Project Office Project Directors Workstream Sponsor Tim Daly, ITT Tadhg Leane, CIT

12 Governance Board Independent Chair Chair ITT Chair CIT President ITT President CIT MTU Project Director ITT MTU Project Director CIT Dr Don Thornhill Lionel Alexander Bob Savage Dr Oliver Murphy Dr Barry O Connor Tim Daly Tadhg Leane Academic Affairs Sponsor Student Administration and Support Sponsor Corporate Affairs IT & Communications Sponsor Research and Engagement Sponsor Change Management and Communications Sponsor Structures for Governance and Management Sponsors International Higher Education Consultant Dr Áine Ní Shé (CIT) Dr Brendan O Donnell (ITT) Paul Gallagher (CIT) Brid McElligot (ITT) Dr Orla Flynn (CIT) Dr Oliver Murphy (ITT) & Dr Barry O Connor (CIT) Prof Robin Smith

13 Programme Roles Overview MTU Programme Governance Board A single MTU Programme Governance Board is the ultimate decision making authority of the MTU Programme. Programme Director Project Sponsor One Programme Director from each institute will drive and manage the programme on a day-to-day basis supported by Project Management Office which comprises of the Project Leaders and the PMO Admin. Each Project is sponsored by a Project Sponsor who ensures the Project meets their objectives and delivers the planned outcomes by providing leadership, guidance and take decisions. Project Leader Each Project is assigned a Project Leader to manage all aspects of the Project through the full lifecycle from initiation to closure. Working Group Each project will be supported by a Working Group that will be responsible for implementing the relevant Project by carrying out Project related tasks.

14 Role of Working Group Plan and implement the various aspects of the merger across the range of departments and functional areas Responsible for delivering the following under the guidance of the Project Leaders: Detailed project plan including tasks, timelines and deliverables Projections of costs/resources Analysis, tracking and mitigation of project risks Strategy/plan for engaging with the people involved/impacted Project communication plan

15 Working Group Project Timelines 6 MONTH PROJECT CYCLES Jan June 2018 July Dec 2018 Jan June 2019 MTU POST MERGER

16 Meet the Team Tim Daly Tadhg Leane Anne Looney Heather Madden Gina O Brien Donal O Connor Amy McCann Job Title: MTU Programme Director (ITT) and Head of Strategy IT Tralee Location: Institute of Technology Tralee Job Title: MTU Programme Director (CIT) and Head of Strategic Development CIT Location: Cork Institute of Technology Job Title: Communications and Change Management Project Leader Location: Institute of Technology Tralee Job Title: Student Administration and Support Project Leader Location: Cork Institute of Technology Job Title: Industrial Relations Facilitator Location: Cork Institute of Technology Job Title: Industrial Relations Facilitator Location: Institute of Technology Tralee Job Title: Executive Assistant Location: Cork Institute of Technology

17 Future Where are we going?

18 Next Steps November/ December Roll out of Information Sharing and Dialogue Sessions December Engagement with external stakeholders January onwards Ongoing engagement with staff to understand and address issues related to designation and merger December Recruitment of further Project Leaders January Continue work on the refinement of a shared vision for the MTU with staff, students and stakeholders February onwards Working Groups continue work on project identification and prioritisation

19 We believe Munster Technological University (MTU) presents a once in a generation opportunity to bring about a change that will enrich and improve the social, academic, and economic life of the region and beyond.

20 Some Benefits of MTU Full awarding powers Better funding environment Ability to borrow Improved physical environment across Cork and Kerry campuses More staff opportunities Currency of an internationally recognised TU qualification Economic and social impact across the region

21 JOIN US IN CREATING A NEW AND VIBRANT UNIVERSITY FOR MUNSTER AND IRELAND. Get Involved Share your feedback, participate in our poll and ask a question at slido.com GET INVOLVED: - Participate in the various engagement activities - Involvement in a working group - Apply for a formal role within the project team. BE PART OF THIS HISTORIC STEP IN HIGHER EDUCATION. Contact a member of the MTU Team for questions or queries you might have.