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Title: Examining the Role of University Councils in Financing Public Universities in Uganda
Language: English
Authors: Anny Katabaazi-Bwengye, Henry Buwuule Musoke, Marus Eton
Source: International Journal of Educational Administration and Policy Studies. 2026 18(1):1-12.
Availability: Academic Journals. e-mail: IJEAPS@academicjournals.org; Web site: http://www.academicjournals.org/journal/IJEAPS
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 12
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Public Colleges, Educational Finance, College Governing Councils, Foreign Countries, Administrator Attitudes, Financial Support, Resource Allocation, Budgeting, College Administration
Geographic Terms: Uganda
ISSN: 2141-6656
Abstract: The study examined the effectiveness of the university council's financial functions (UFF) in enhancing public university financing in Uganda. The motivation for undertaking this study was the funding gap in public universities, which had led some public universities to sacrifice other operations from the non-wage allocation. This study sought to generate insights into how financial resources can be mobilized for public universities, acknowledging the persistent gap in funding and the growing need for these institutions to secure additional revenue sources to address their budget shortfalls. The study was grounded in a pragmatic philosophical orientation and used a quantitative approach. A cross-sectional, descriptive research design guided the study, and survey questionnaires were administered to respondents. The study found that effective financial functions, sound budgeting practices, and efficient resource utilization play a crucial role in determining the financial health and funding levels of public universities. Universities that demonstrate stronger financial discipline, transparency, and efficiency are more likely to attract and justify increased public funding. Budgeting is fundamental to institutional planning and accountability, ensuring that resources are allocated in alignment with strategic priorities. The study therefore recommends that policymakers strengthen the university council's autonomy in budget formulation, resource allocation, and financial oversight to enhance responsiveness to public university needs and reduce delays arising from centralized controls. There is also a need for public universities to invest in empowering and strengthening the independence of university councils, especially in financial management.
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