We are pleased to announce the release of the latest editions of our pivotal policies—the Performance Charter Policy and the Career Path Policy. Effective from Semester 1 of Hijri year 1446 (August 2024), these documents have been meticulously revised to better serve our faculty and align with our university's strategic vision.
These policies are instrumental in shaping the professional landscape of our academic community. They provide clear guidelines and expectations, fostering an environment of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Performance Charter Policy (Click Here)
- A comprehensive 35-page framework designed to evaluate and enhance the performance of our academic staff. This policy outlines expectations across key areas such as teaching, research, and community service. It specifies criteria for performance assessment, including workload management, research output, academic advising, and participation in both university initiatives and community activities. Emphasizing professional development and accountability, it ensures that faculty contributions are in harmony with the university’s strategic goals.
- Career Path Policy (Click Here)
- This 20-page policy provides a structured framework for the professional development of faculty members. It introduces distinct career tracks focused on teaching, research, and community service, allowing faculty to specialize based on their strengths and interests. The policy underscores the importance of continuous improvement, structured evaluations, and professional development, aligning career growth with the university's mission to optimize faculty contributions and enhance overall productivity.
- Guidelines for Attending Scientific Conferences and Seminars (Click Here)
- We are pleased to announce the implementation of the new Guidelines for Attending Scientific Conferences and Seminars (1 page), effective immediately as of 24-04-1446 AH. This policy is designed to ensure that faculty attendance at external academic events is directly related to their specialization, promoting fairness and maximizing the academic benefits to our university programs. By following these guidelines, faculty members can better align their professional engagements with the university's strategic objectives, contribute meaningfully to our academic community, and optimize resource utilization. We encourage all faculty to review the guidelines to understand the expectations and procedures for submitting attendance requests.
- Course Scheduling and Early Registration Policy (Click Here)
- This 21-page document outlines the guidelines and procedures for planning, organizing, and implementing the academic course schedule and early registration process at King Khalid University. It aligns with the university's strategic goals for 2030, aiming to ensure efficient scheduling, adherence to academic timelines, and streamlined early registration processes that enhance the student academic experience. The policy defines the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders, establishes clear rules for early registration, and emphasizes collaboration among academic departments, administration, and students to optimize course offerings and registration confirmation.
These updated policies reflect our commitment to supporting our faculty's professional journeys while advancing the university's mission of academic excellence and community engagement.
We strongly encourage all faculty members to thoroughly review these updated policies to fully understand the opportunities and expectations they present. By engaging with these guidelines, you can better navigate your career path, align your efforts with the university's strategic objectives, and contribute meaningfully to our academic community.