Approvals Matrix / Delegation of Authority and Financial Thresholds Summary: Approved by the Board in March 2026 The purpose of this document is to identify the responsibilities and delegated authorities for making key decisions in the name of, or on behalf of, the University of Manchester. Particular emphasis is given to those decisions taken by, or delegated from, the Board of Governors, but detail of the responsibilities for other key decisions, in accordance with University Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations and published policy, is also provided, with cross-reference to other relevant documentation where appropriate. Appendix A Financial Thresholds updated 2026 Type: Other Owner: Governance Office   Contact email: deputysecretary@manchester.ac.uk Last modified: 24/04/2026 Link to this document: https://documents.manchester.ac.uk/display.aspx?DocID=36000 Edit (only Administrators)