Institutional Autonomy
/ɪnˈstɪtʃʊʃənəl ɔːˈtɒnəmi/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal and organizational principle that enables an institution, typically educational or governmental, to govern itself independently from external control or influence.
The university's institutional autonomy allowed it to set its own academic standards without government interference.
- (n.) The recognized capacity of an institution to make decisions regarding internal policies, administration, and financial management free from external pressure.
Institutional autonomy is essential for preserving academic freedom and unbiased research.
Forms
- institutional autonomy
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Commentary
Institutional autonomy is often contractual or statutory, emphasizing institutional independence particularly in public law contexts; drafting should clarify scope and limits of such autonomy to avoid ambiguity.
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