Spirit of SBM and Operation of IMCs
Suggested learning time: approximately 50 minutes
This section mainly introduces school managers to the basic principles, elements, governance framework as well as implementation of SBM and composition of IMCs, etc. for school managers to grasp the essence and operation of SBM and thus manifests the spirit of SBM.
SBM
Please read the information note entitled "Introduction to SBM".
Composition of Incorporated Management Committees (IMCs)
(Section 40AL of the Education Ordinance)
| Composition of IMC | Number | Alternate Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Sponsoring Body Manager | Not exceeding 60% of the maximum number of managers* | Not more than one |
| School Principal | Ex-officio manager | Not applicable |
| Teacher Manager | Not less than one | One where the constitution allows the nomination of not more than one teacher manager |
| Parent Manager | Not less than one | One where the constitution allows the nomination of not more than one parent manager |
| Alumni Manager | One or more where such manager(s) is/are nominated | Not applicable |
| Independent Manager | Not less than one | Not applicable |
*In calculating the maximum number of sponsoring body managers, all alternate managers shall not be counted.
Questions
- What is SBM?
- Which six categories of school managers compose an IMC?
Suggested Follow-up Activities
Please read Section 2 "The School-based Management Governance Framework" of the School Managers' Handbook.
Please read the information noted entitled "Participation of Stakeholders in School Administration, Realisation of the Spirit of School-based Management".
Operation of IMCs
Please read Section 1 "Introduction to IMC" (P.2-5) of IMC Establishment and Operation and the information note entitled "IMC meetings".
Questions
- How many IMC meetings must be held at least per school year?
- What documents must the school mangers receive before holding the IMC meeting?
Suggested Follow-up Activities
Please read the "Constitution of IMC" of your school and Section 5 "Operation of IMC and Appendix 8" of IMC Establishment and Operation.