BZU is governed by an autonomous Board of Trustees composed of 17 Palestinian educators and professionals. The Board appoints the President of the University and confirms the appointment of the Vice-Presidents and Deans. The Board also approves the budget and general development plans.
There are 475 academics at BZU (28.2 % female and71.7% male). In total, 563 persons are employed at BZU.
The instructor-to-student average ratio is 20. The University is committed to employing instructors who excel in teaching and research, and to assist them in enhancing and developing their academic capabilities.
Academics and Staff |
Female |
Male |
Total |
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No. |
% |
No. |
% |
||
Faculty members |
134 |
28.2 |
341 |
71.7 |
475 |
Researchers |
4 |
30.7 |
9 |
69.2 |
13 |
Teaching and research assistants |
64 |
57.6 |
47 |
42.3 |
111 |
Administrative Staff |
247 |
43.8 |
316 |
56.1 |
563 |
GRAND TOTAL |
449 |
38.6 |
713 |
61.3 |
1162 |