The Office of University Policy and Procedures (UPP) is located within the Office of the Provost. This office provides a centralized hub for efficient management of University policies and procedures on campus.

UMB Office of University Policy and Procedures

What is the difference between a policy and a procedure? ▾

A policy is a principle or protocol to guide decisions and achieve rational outcomes, and is stated as intent. The policies included in the Library are intended to regulate and control organizational actions. They flow from policy at the University System of Maryland level, using a similar content organization and numbering system.

Procedures are customary methods of handling business. Procedures in the Library are routine business processes on campus that involve two or more departments working together to complete University goals. Documenting these separately from a policy allows for increased flexibility and responsiveness.

View the filterable, sortable Policies and Procedures Index.

Browse the Policies and Procedures Library

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Policy Process

 

View the steps involved in developing or revising a policy, from the initial proposal to the final rollout. 

All policy and procedure proposals must be submitted through the UMB Policy Administration System for review and processing by the UMB Office of Policy and Procedures.

Please use the Policy App link to submit all proposals or revisions.

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Policy App

The Policy Administration System (Policy App), is the online platform utilized for processing University policy creation and revision requests propose a new policy or a revision of a current policy. To access the system to submit a policy request or review your dashboard,  please click here to access The Policy App 

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Policies and Procedures Templates

UMB Policy Template

UMB Procedure Template

UMB Procedure Style Guide

UMB Editorial Style Guide

 

 

News and Noteworthy

Policy and Procedure Updates

November 2024

Revised Policy: UMB Policy on Distinguished University Faculty

This policy was revised to include the following criteria for the nomination:

  • Description of the nominee’s commitment to educational innovation, impactful mentorship, and the development of educational models that advance knowledge and practice within their field.
  • Describe how the nominee has brought distinction to UMB through their significant contributions to student education, academic leadership, and mentorship, as well as through their influence on educational policy and practice.